Delta Bluz

Hi, new member here. I just bought a 1967 Delta 88 Convertible and was wondering if anyone might have production numbers?

(I've been unable to find anything on the net)


Thanks,
Kevin
Mill Creek, WA

Oldsguy

Kevin, welcome to our site. I am at work now but have a reference at home that I can get you the numbers later if nobody else gets them to you today.

Delta Bluz

BTW, I've heard that this is the same year, make & model that Teddy Kennedy drove off the Chappaquidic (sp?) Bridge? True?

Also, it was 1st owned by the mayor of a small town north of Seattle who only drove it in parades & to shows. Unfortunately, the prior owner left it out in the elements for the last few years, so it needs a new interior.

I sent an application in to "Overhaulin" and will let the board know if we are picked.

Delta Bluz

Thanks!

Oldsguy

Oldsfan, I think you mis-read by one line, or else my reference is wrong. There were 2,477 2-dr Holiday hardtops built and 14,471 2-dr convertables built.

Topless7388

I am also in search of production numbers for my '73 Delta 88 convertible. Where can I find ANY info on this car? I haven't found hardly any info on this era of car. It seems like the early 70's Delta's are a bastard car or something. If I had a Cutlass it would be no problem. I am also interested in finding engine specs (bore, stroke, etc.). I'm a gearhead and like to know what I'm driving inside and out. So far this site seems to be a wealth of knowledge.

Thanks,
Charles

Oldsguy

I think I agree with you. At first, it seemed plausible to me since they were listed as HOLIDAY coupes. But I think your reasoning is correct, there has always been less convertables built and sold than hardtops or sedans. Good research work by the way.

Delta Bluz

thanks for the help!

does your book show if all convertibles had the 425ci 375hp engine?

frdmftr

New to site also. I just got my 1st Olds too. (67 Delta 88 Convert).

I found a very comprehensive pile of information on Wikipedia. As with anything in print, accuracy may be an issue. What I found had enough 'makes sense' to it that I would at least use it for reference.

Give it a try- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oldsmobile_V8_engine

FrdmFtr

frdmftr

Paul, you mentioned the 'rare' parts below. The Delta 88 I just bought is a 425ci, dual exhaust, w/both pipes going to rear from right side of car. I assume its what you are referring to. The car is in Seattle right now or I would verify them.

I don't have the stock intake, carb, or cleaner (Edelbrock equipped).

"As far as horsepower, the 375hp Starfire engine was an option in all '67 98s, Deltas and Delmonts. This engine came with dual exhaust (with that rare driver's side manifold and equally rare half moon shaped column shifter rod crossing the exhaust pipe over to the tranmission). Not many cars were equipped with the Starfire 425."

Paul[/QUOTE]

Here are a couple of pics.

I'm open to observations/comments/suggestions, especially what 'not' to do.

Thanks,
Dave

Oldsguy

Nice looking car Dave, I am glad to see more interest and participation in the B bodies, both 88's and the 98's as well as all the derivatives. It is actually sort of surprising to see this surge and a welcome development.

frdmftr

Thanks for the support. I have very deep roots concerning autos. My Dad and his best friend (who passed away 56 years ago) put together the largest 'private' collection of cars in the world. I can honestly say its in my DNA.
www.lemaymuseum.org

My dad was with me when I checked out the car. When the garage door opened, I knew right away this was hidden gem.

Later,
Dave

Kennybill

Hello, From the book "Setting the Pace," 1967 Delta conv. #2447, Base price was $3646. About the 73 Delta conv. AKA Royale, #7181 made, Base price $5213.

Kennybill

I have one of the shifter half moon linkage levers. It was on a 1969 Olds "Hearse" that I parted out. The car was NOT dual exhausted but did have the dual exhaust lever on it. One of these days I will dig it out an take a picture of it. I have made a couple for my 98's. Later, Ken

67delmontman

i got a 1967 delmont and im trying to find production numbers on it it is a 4 door hardtop with the 425 and yes this is the type that ted drove off the the bridge

Oldsguy

Welcome to our site. I will try to remember to check for you. I encourage you to go ahead and start your own thread, introduce yourself in the introductions sub-forum. That way people won't miss your entrance. You mention Ted drove off the bridge, was that in "excellent adventure"?

67delmontman

no ted kennedy drove into the chapadquik in 69