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Old Jan 19, 2018 | 05:43 PM
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72 442 ?

Did Olds make a 442 version with the "Supreme" body style with vinyl top in 72 ?

If so, how does one prove it to be a true 442 without a build sheet?
Old Jan 19, 2018 | 05:51 PM
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no 442 supreme except convertible

cant prove a 72 442 except w build sheet or X (w30) in the VIN
Old Jan 19, 2018 | 06:39 PM
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Originally Posted by RetroRanger
no 442 supreme except convertible

cant prove a 72 442 except w build sheet or X (w30) in the VIN

Which digit of the VIN would show the X ?
Old Jan 19, 2018 | 07:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Bitburger
Which digit of the VIN would show the X ?
there would only be one X in the VIN of a 72 442 if it is a W30.

442 option code W29 was not available in the Cutlass Supreme hardtop.
(cutlass supreme has the formal squared back window not the fastback style of a cutlass 'S')

however the same X in a "1972 cutlass supreme" hardtop VIN
could indicate a Hurst/Olds car.
Old Jan 19, 2018 | 08:19 PM
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I'd be interested in seeing pics of that 442 tribute Supreme. When done right they look pretty cool.

I grabbed online ad pics of this one with 442 grilles and emblems at least 8-10 years ago when it was for sale. Yes, they took the lazy route and kept the rocker moldings and side trim and decklid lettering on it, but it's a handsome "what if".







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Old Jan 22, 2018 | 09:57 AM
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Ok, thanks to those who replied.




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