Post your dealer name and zone code
February 26th, 2011 | 09:31 AM
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Post your dealer name and zone code
Since there is not a compreshensive list of Oldsmobile dealers and their zone codes, Ive been collecting them when I find them online. So far with the help of Kurt Shubert, I have over 200 dealers/codes on a spreadsheet. Reason I am doing this is, no one has done it yet, it needs to be done, and guys with POP dealers codes but no dealer name can find their dealer.
So if you know your dealer name and zone code (5 digit code on the window sticker/buildsheet/protecto-plate) please post them here.
Thanks
So if you know your dealer name and zone code (5 digit code on the window sticker/buildsheet/protecto-plate) please post them here.
Thanks
February 26th, 2011 | 10:04 AM
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From: Deer Park, IL - NW Chgo Sub.
Farnsworth Chevrolet Inc 07-312
M 89 West at US 131 FP-4
Plainwell MI 49080
Exactly off of my Protecto Plate for 1969 F85 W-31. The salesman's business card shows Chevrolet and Oldsmobile logos
That is actually off of the "Authorized Selling Dealer Plate Imprint" - not Protecto Plate, but the Protecto plate does have 07-312 on it as well.
M 89 West at US 131 FP-4
Plainwell MI 49080
Exactly off of my Protecto Plate for 1969 F85 W-31. The salesman's business card shows Chevrolet and Oldsmobile logos
That is actually off of the "Authorized Selling Dealer Plate Imprint" - not Protecto Plate, but the Protecto plate does have 07-312 on it as well.
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February 26th, 2011 | 10:08 AM
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From: Southside Vajenya
The only one I have the POP with dealer code for is the Toro. I'll try to get it sometime this weekend.
However I do know where all but one of them was sold new.
Blue 1964 Starfire: Swanson Cadillac-Olds, Danville VA (out of business 1998)
1969 Toronado: Carl Johnson Olds, Reidsville NC. It was delivered to Black in Greensboro and sold by Johnson as a dealer swap. Carl Johnson Olds became Nelson Cole Olds-Pontiac-GMC and then Cardinal before ceasing business in 2004.
1974 Hurst/Olds: Massey Motor Company (Cad-Olds), Kinston NC. Still in business as a Cad-GMC and import dealer.
1976 Ninety Eight: Stohlman Oldsmobile, Alexandria VA. Still in business with imports.
1978 Custom Cruiser: Gowen Oldsmobile, Charlotte NC. Not sure about Gowen as I think they were an Olds stand-alone dealer.
The green 64 Starfire came out of Massillon-Canton OH area, but don't know original selling dealer.
However I do know where all but one of them was sold new.
Blue 1964 Starfire: Swanson Cadillac-Olds, Danville VA (out of business 1998)
1969 Toronado: Carl Johnson Olds, Reidsville NC. It was delivered to Black in Greensboro and sold by Johnson as a dealer swap. Carl Johnson Olds became Nelson Cole Olds-Pontiac-GMC and then Cardinal before ceasing business in 2004.
1974 Hurst/Olds: Massey Motor Company (Cad-Olds), Kinston NC. Still in business as a Cad-GMC and import dealer.
1976 Ninety Eight: Stohlman Oldsmobile, Alexandria VA. Still in business with imports.
1978 Custom Cruiser: Gowen Oldsmobile, Charlotte NC. Not sure about Gowen as I think they were an Olds stand-alone dealer.
The green 64 Starfire came out of Massillon-Canton OH area, but don't know original selling dealer.
February 26th, 2011 | 10:29 AM
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From: Albany, OR
According to the original window sticker, my '68 has a dealer code of 25-010 but no dealer name. This Lansing car was originally delivered to Wenatchee, WA, and the build date of the car is 04A (first week of April 1968). In researching Olds dealerships in Wenatchee, the one that comes up repeatedly is Pohlman Motors, 125 S. Wenatchee Avenue, Wenatchee WA. However, I presently have no way of attaching Pohlman Motors to dealer code 25-010. Hopefully, someone else out there has this answer!
Randy C.
I have since found out that 25-010 is the dealer code for the zone office in Portland, OR. My car was originally a "brass hat" car for one of the zone office managers before it went to Murphy Motors, 333 S. 4th, Coos Bay, OR 97420, in July 1968 to be sold by that dealership. Sorry, I haven't been able to find the dealer code for Murphy Motors but I did meet the former owner of Murphy Motors, Mr. Paul Murphy, in 2011. Murphy Motors sold Oldsmobiles, Cadillacs and Plymouths and was in Coos Bay from 1953 to 1972. The Olds dealership went to Young Motors (Wave Young, President/Owner) in 1972 when Murphy Motors closed their doors.
Randy C.
I have since found out that 25-010 is the dealer code for the zone office in Portland, OR. My car was originally a "brass hat" car for one of the zone office managers before it went to Murphy Motors, 333 S. 4th, Coos Bay, OR 97420, in July 1968 to be sold by that dealership. Sorry, I haven't been able to find the dealer code for Murphy Motors but I did meet the former owner of Murphy Motors, Mr. Paul Murphy, in 2011. Murphy Motors sold Oldsmobiles, Cadillacs and Plymouths and was in Coos Bay from 1953 to 1972. The Olds dealership went to Young Motors (Wave Young, President/Owner) in 1972 when Murphy Motors closed their doors.
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February 26th, 2011 | 11:52 AM
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Rex Motors Inc 25-680
904 Washington Street
Vancouver,Wa 98660
If anyone reading this happens to have a vintage metal license plate frame advertising Rex Motors...I am very interested in obtaining one.Please contact me.
Thanks
904 Washington Street
Vancouver,Wa 98660
If anyone reading this happens to have a vintage metal license plate frame advertising Rex Motors...I am very interested in obtaining one.Please contact me.
Thanks
February 26th, 2011 | 12:13 PM
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16-296
Good Motor Company
119 East White Street
Rock Hill, South Carolina
From a '68 442 Holiday Coupe (344878m309029) - I owned about 25 yrs. ago, where is it now??
What is the decode of the P-O-P info?
Google Maps shows an empty lot, but the street view shows Good KIA.
Good Motor Company
119 East White Street
Rock Hill, South Carolina
From a '68 442 Holiday Coupe (344878m309029) - I owned about 25 yrs. ago, where is it now??
What is the decode of the P-O-P info?
Google Maps shows an empty lot, but the street view shows Good KIA.
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February 26th, 2011 | 12:42 PM
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From a '67 F85 V8 sport coupe (334077m218989) owner's packet I bought at a swap meet .... the folder has the dealer's name & address - the P-O-P has the dealer code. I'll "assume" they belong together?
07-916
Tidey Motor Sales
1201 W. Michigan Avenue
Marshall, MICH. 49068
Phone 781-5154
Google Maps shows Caron Chevrolet currently at that address.
07-916
Tidey Motor Sales
1201 W. Michigan Avenue
Marshall, MICH. 49068
Phone 781-5154
Google Maps shows Caron Chevrolet currently at that address.
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February 26th, 2011 | 04:57 PM
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I know my car was purchased new at
Preston Chevrolet - Oldsmobile. (Preston Chevrolet-Cadillac today)
19990 Highway 10 (Langley Bypass)
Langley, BC. Canada. V3A 4Y1
Phone: 604-534-4154
But I don't have thier zone code. They still operate to this day.
Preston Chevrolet - Oldsmobile. (Preston Chevrolet-Cadillac today)
19990 Highway 10 (Langley Bypass)
Langley, BC. Canada. V3A 4Y1
Phone: 604-534-4154
But I don't have thier zone code. They still operate to this day.
February 26th, 2011 | 05:17 PM
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From: Moreno Valley, CA
Thanks so much for doing this project. I really need the dealer code for Hansel Oldsmobile but here is my 1971 442 protecto plate contribution: Lee
Holiday Olds., Inc
6161 Transit Rd
Depew, New York 14043
05-410
Holiday Olds., Inc
6161 Transit Rd
Depew, New York 14043
05-410
February 26th, 2011 | 05:32 PM
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I really need the dealer # for Hansel Oldsmobile in Fullerton CA zone 24 but really appreciate your effort and here is my 1971 w-30 convt from the protecto plate and new car papers. It is now a Uhaul factilty
Holiday Olds., INC
6161 Transit Road
Depew, New York 14043
05-410
Holiday Olds., INC
6161 Transit Road
Depew, New York 14043
05-410
February 26th, 2011 | 05:32 PM
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Bulldog, if you've ever had GM Canada (George Zapora) do a breakdown of your car, the dealer code should be on that.
February 26th, 2011 | 05:37 PM
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I will also give a partial on my 1970 442, Lee
Hansel Oldsmobile GMC
1325 W COMMONWEALTH AVE, FULLERTON ca 92833
Zone Code 24 Dealer Code ?????????? Please help!!!!
Hansel Oldsmobile GMC
1325 W COMMONWEALTH AVE, FULLERTON ca 92833
Zone Code 24 Dealer Code ?????????? Please help!!!!
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February 26th, 2011 | 05:44 PM
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This aint gonna help you but Hansel Nowling had another dealership called Nowling Olds. One for his first name and one for his last name.
February 26th, 2011 | 05:47 PM
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Does help because someone else mentioned that......guy had a weird name. And thanks to you I just found and saved a picture of Nowling Olds in Downey showing brother Ken Nowling after some promotion in 1958. The more I find the more fun the restoration of my olds becomes..........
Lee
Lee
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February 26th, 2011 | 06:08 PM
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Ken, I do have those documents from GM Canada (George Zapora) and the only thing that I see is the dealer name. I have been in touch with the dealership and they even sent me 2 new period dealer emblems as well as 2 keychains at no charge. However I never thought to ask for their zone code.
February 26th, 2011 | 07:11 PM
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Hey Coldwar,
That 08-418 code on the POP for the '72 Toronado was Mihely Buick-Pontiac Inc in Kenton, OH, was there from 70-81.
That's Zone 81 Dealer 052
The Chebby, Poncho and Buick guys have dealer code lists they've compiled online. Finding the code if it was also one of those type dealers is possible, especially if they're still in business, there's nothing for just Oldsmobile dealers back in the day.
Oldsmobile is in the dealer name with other GM marques they sell or they're just GM dealers and don't say what kind of car they sell in the name.
A lot are a name and then "Motors" or something so you can find some dealer codes if you have the name or the dealer location if you have the code.
My POP doesn't have the dealer name, I found that on the new vehicle warranty paperwork that goes in the plastic sleeve deal with the owner's manual, consumer info booklet and POP in '71. The original owner's name and address is also on the warranty (still lives there) also has the date of delivery, my '71 was delivered on 1/6/70?
It was early January '71, the salesman must of still been stuck on '70.
The dealers that just sold Oldsmobiles are the hard ones to find, pretty cool to get all this info together.
That 08-418 code on the POP for the '72 Toronado was Mihely Buick-Pontiac Inc in Kenton, OH, was there from 70-81.
The Chebby, Poncho and Buick guys have dealer code lists they've compiled online. Finding the code if it was also one of those type dealers is possible, especially if they're still in business, there's nothing for just Oldsmobile dealers back in the day.
Oldsmobile is in the dealer name with other GM marques they sell or they're just GM dealers and don't say what kind of car they sell in the name.
A lot are a name and then "Motors" or something so you can find some dealer codes if you have the name or the dealer location if you have the code.
My POP doesn't have the dealer name, I found that on the new vehicle warranty paperwork that goes in the plastic sleeve deal with the owner's manual, consumer info booklet and POP in '71. The original owner's name and address is also on the warranty (still lives there) also has the date of delivery, my '71 was delivered on 1/6/70?
It was early January '71, the salesman must of still been stuck on '70.
The dealers that just sold Oldsmobiles are the hard ones to find, pretty cool to get all this info together.
Last edited by Bluevista; February 26th, 2011 at 07:26 PM.
February 26th, 2011 | 07:29 PM
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Hey Coldwar,
That 08-418 code on the POP for the '72 Toronado was Mihely Buick-Pontiac Inc in Kenton, OH, was there from 70-81.
That's Zone 81 Dealer 052
The Chebby, Poncho and Buick guys have dealer code lists they've compiled online. Finding the code if it was also one of those type dealers is possible, especially if they're still in business, there's nothing for just Oldsmobile dealers back in the day.
Oldsmobile is in the dealer name with other GM marques they sell or they're just GM dealers and don't say what kind of car they sell in the name.
A lot are a name and then "Motors" or something so you can find some dealer codes if you have the name or the dealer location if you have the code.
My POP doesn't have the dealer name, I found that on the new vehicle warranty paperwork that goes in the plastic sleeve deal with the owner's manual, consumer info booklet and POP in '71. The original owner's name and address is also on the warranty (still lives there) also has the date of delivery, my '71 was delivered on 1/6/70?
It was early January '71, the salesman must of still been stuck on '70.
The dealers that just sold Oldsmobiles are the hard ones to find, pretty cool to get all this info together.
That 08-418 code on the POP for the '72 Toronado was Mihely Buick-Pontiac Inc in Kenton, OH, was there from 70-81.
That's Zone 81 Dealer 052
The Chebby, Poncho and Buick guys have dealer code lists they've compiled online. Finding the code if it was also one of those type dealers is possible, especially if they're still in business, there's nothing for just Oldsmobile dealers back in the day.
Oldsmobile is in the dealer name with other GM marques they sell or they're just GM dealers and don't say what kind of car they sell in the name.
A lot are a name and then "Motors" or something so you can find some dealer codes if you have the name or the dealer location if you have the code.
My POP doesn't have the dealer name, I found that on the new vehicle warranty paperwork that goes in the plastic sleeve deal with the owner's manual, consumer info booklet and POP in '71. The original owner's name and address is also on the warranty (still lives there) also has the date of delivery, my '71 was delivered on 1/6/70?
It was early January '71, the salesman must of still been stuck on '70.
The dealers that just sold Oldsmobiles are the hard ones to find, pretty cool to get all this info together.
February 26th, 2011 | 09:49 PM
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Here are a few dealers I found in California No dealer codes, sorry............Lee
Anaheim, CA
Hardin Oldsmobile Gmc & Suzuki
University Oldsmobile/Pntc Gmc
Guy Schmidt Oldsmobile
Beach Olds-Mazda
Allen Oldsmobile-Cadillac-Gmc
Holiday Bucik Oldsmobile
Thorson Oldsmobile-Buick
Century Oldsmobile-Suzuki Co
Harris Oldsmobile-Gmc Trucks
Hansel Oldsmobile-Gmc Inc
Grayden Murphy Oldsmobile
Mountain Avenue, Ontario, CA
Anaheim, CA
Hardin Oldsmobile Gmc & Suzuki
- Hardin,Victor
- 1300 S Anaheim Blvd 714/635-2020
University Oldsmobile/Pntc Gmc
- Mc Cassy,Malcolm
- 2480 Harbor Blvd 714/540-9640
Guy Schmidt Oldsmobile
- Schmidt,Guy
- 425 S Brand Blvd 818/240-4656
Beach Olds-Mazda
- Wasserman,Barry
- 17331 Beach Blvd 714/842-6666
Allen Oldsmobile-Cadillac-Gmc
- Allen,Dennis B
- 28332 Camino Capistrano 714/582-0800
Holiday Bucik Oldsmobile
- Dow,David
- 451 Auto Center Dr 805/947-3663
Thorson Oldsmobile-Buick
- Thorson,Ralph
- 15 N Auto Center Dr 909/623-2431
Century Oldsmobile-Suzuki Co
- Schneider,Gil
- 5711 Van Nuys Blvd 818/782-6622
Harris Oldsmobile-Gmc Trucks
- Harris,Clint
- 13617 E Whittier Blvd 310/698-6281
Hansel Oldsmobile-Gmc Inc
- Nowling,Todd
- 1325 W Commonwealth Ave 714/870-4200
Grayden Murphy Oldsmobile
Mountain Avenue, Ontario, CA
February 27th, 2011 | 12:53 AM
#33
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From: Glendale, AZ
Edward Oldsmobile - Phoenix, AZ (later became Coulter Cadillac/Oldsmobile)
Biddulph Oldsmobile - Glendale, AZ
Holiday Oldsmobile - Scottsdale, AZ
Big Two Oldsmobile/Toyota - Mesa, AZ
Bromm Oldsmobile/Chevrolet Wickenburg, AZ
Biddulph Oldsmobile - Glendale, AZ
Holiday Oldsmobile - Scottsdale, AZ
Big Two Oldsmobile/Toyota - Mesa, AZ
Bromm Oldsmobile/Chevrolet Wickenburg, AZ
February 27th, 2011 | 08:28 AM
#34
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From: Landrum, SC in "The Blue Ridge Foothills"
I'm trying to find Zone Number and Dealer Code for:
Hartigan Oldsmobile
Park Ridge, Illinois
The dealership later was won in a card game and became Ray Olds!
Thanks,
--Don
Hartigan Oldsmobile
Park Ridge, Illinois
The dealership later was won in a card game and became Ray Olds!
Thanks,
--Don
February 27th, 2011 | 09:04 AM
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From: maryland
Hey T.K. I was just thinking about this yesterday and then noticed this thread. Boy!, you have your work cut out for you on this one. The list I gave you not long ago was solely from memory and as I type this, I distinctly remember a two-page listing of dealers that were in just our zone (mid-Atlantic) that we swapped cars with. I wonder if OCA or someone like the Sloan Museum might have a more comprehensive list of Oldsmobile dealers. Have you tried contacting them? I would think if you keep digging that info. should be available. Good luck and contact me if I can be any more help. Until next time..... Dave.
February 27th, 2011 | 09:12 AM
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The only one I have the POP with dealer code for is the Toro. I'll try to get it sometime this weekend.
However I do know where all but one of them was sold new.
Blue 1964 Starfire: Swanson Cadillac-Olds, Danville VA (out of business 1998)
1969 Toronado: Carl Johnson Olds, Reidsville NC. It was delivered to Black in Greensboro and sold by Johnson as a dealer swap. Carl Johnson Olds became Nelson Cole Olds-Pontiac-GMC and then Cardinal before ceasing business in 2004.
1974 Hurst/Olds: Massey Motor Company (Cad-Olds), Kinston NC. Still in business as a Cad-GMC and import dealer.
1976 Ninety Eight: Stohlman Oldsmobile, Alexandria VA. Still in business with imports.
1978 Custom Cruiser: Gowen Oldsmobile, Charlotte NC. Not sure about Gowen as I think they were an Olds stand-alone dealer.
The green 64 Starfire came out of Massillon-Canton OH area, but don't know original selling dealer.
However I do know where all but one of them was sold new.
Blue 1964 Starfire: Swanson Cadillac-Olds, Danville VA (out of business 1998)
1969 Toronado: Carl Johnson Olds, Reidsville NC. It was delivered to Black in Greensboro and sold by Johnson as a dealer swap. Carl Johnson Olds became Nelson Cole Olds-Pontiac-GMC and then Cardinal before ceasing business in 2004.
1974 Hurst/Olds: Massey Motor Company (Cad-Olds), Kinston NC. Still in business as a Cad-GMC and import dealer.
1976 Ninety Eight: Stohlman Oldsmobile, Alexandria VA. Still in business with imports.
1978 Custom Cruiser: Gowen Oldsmobile, Charlotte NC. Not sure about Gowen as I think they were an Olds stand-alone dealer.
The green 64 Starfire came out of Massillon-Canton OH area, but don't know original selling dealer.
How many Oldsmobile stores was there in
the Tar Heel State? That is where red W-34 is from. It is believed it was Bob Brannan's former company ride, then sold it for 10% over cost. Sometime down the road (no pun intended), another big wheel from GM (PUN
), from Deroit Diesel division had the red W-34 for a while.AS far as the gold W-34 is was sold new at an Oldsmobile dealership in Palto Alto, CA.
Sorry no POP on either the blue, red or gold W-34s.
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February 27th, 2011 | 11:14 AM
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This is a great project, and indeed a lot of work. I will get my info to you, when I revive my ride this spring. I am sure you will still be working in the project!
In the meantime, here is some dealer history that may/may not be of interest/help:
Merrillville (Lake County), IN
6501 Broadway
Walter & Lennertz Oldsmobile (up to the 70's)
Lennertz Oldsmobile (70's-90's)
Classic Oldsmobile (90's -2004)
In the meantime, here is some dealer history that may/may not be of interest/help:
Merrillville (Lake County), IN
6501 Broadway
Walter & Lennertz Oldsmobile (up to the 70's)
Lennertz Oldsmobile (70's-90's)
Classic Oldsmobile (90's -2004)
