Hello Dave,

Sounds like a good buy for 300. Post pictures if you can. I would love to see the 55. I heard of a good chrome plater in TN. I will have to find his info and post it for you.

 

Perfection Plating 615-650-8888 contact Lester.

Hard Chrome Platers Inc, 615-259-0021

Chrome Wizard, 615-248-3553

Advanced Plating 615-227-6900, Advancedplating.com

AAA Plating Industries, 615-262-3084 or 615-262-3684 (not sure?)

Quality Plating, 615-251-3515

Chrome Masters Inc, 615-256-9828

I don't know how good these guys are but alot of guys talk about them on this other board. Just thought I would put it out there for ya.

They are in Nashville

 

Hi

I have a 77 Cutlass Supreme. Firethorn red on firethorn red with the 350 engine.

Car is really good shape, i bought it cheap and planned on selling, but decided to keep it a while. I plan on keeping it mostly stock, but would like a little more power.

I work for the air force and my hobby is building AirCooled VW motors and drag racing VWs. I was invited to enter a engine build contest for Hot VWs in 2006 and came in 5 th place with 142 ci engine that made 210 hp with 9-1 CR on pump gas.

In the past i have also built and raced Chevrolets , i had a 72 Nova and 68 Pickup that I hot rodded.

This my first Oldsmobile, but I like it. i also have a 1956 VW, a 1958 VW, a Dunebuggy, a 79 Chevy Pickup, and 2001 VW Turbo Diesel jetta

 

Welcome VW,

Did you drag race those cars you built? Post pics of your Olds when you get a chance I would love to see it. Good to see you are into the Oldsmobile lifestyle.

 

I use to drag race a lot, but I never was that good at it. you know what happens in the first 60 ft is the most important.

I build a few motors on the side for others. i like doing my own work because I'm picky and like things the way i like them.

This car is pretty nice, it's a 2 owner with 76000 miles. it's been respray by the PO and i replaced the carpet.

Not a show car, but a nice weekend car. i like loading up my friends and taking it to town to eat or whatever.

That's one reason i decided to keep it.

Thanks for the great forum!!!

 

Nice wheels!

C.J.

 

hi everyone,

My name is Torsten and im from Germany.
Ive restored my 71 Cutlass Supreme 2door Hardtop Coupe for about 1 and a half year...
So here are some!! work that i have done: New paint job, new interior, new th350 tranny, new headers with custom dual exhaust and so on and so on...

Now in autumn i want to give my engine some fresh goodies..
Ive bought it 3 years ago for about 3000 $ in a hmm, acceptable??? condition ?!?!?
But i must say, oldsmobile is it worth every penny...

 

Welcome to our site Torsten. It appears that you are a member of a local American Muscle Car Club. I bet you all get some very interested inquiries about your cars when you stop for fuel.

 

Thanks oldsguy,

No, we're no club but we are 4 friends and workmates who livin the american way of drive...

On our site www.v8brothers.de you can see some pics and infos about us ...

And yes, everytime, if i stop for gas, somebody asks the most famous question in Germany, that is; How much gas does it swallow??? if you know what i mean...
That really s*cks sometimes

But then i get in my cutty, start my engine, keep smilin and answer, if im cruisin around i can handle some 40 liters on 100km and look at the face of this guy.....

So then,
CU and greets from Germany
Torsten

 

Looking good!

These days, finding Olds parts can be tough in the States....I can't imagine how it would be "over there".

Let us know if you need anything. We'll help if we can.

C.J.

 

thanks texasred,

Like you said, its hard as f*ck to get parts in germany for my olds...

Here some story, looking for a comp cams k kit ;
10 miles away from me, at my local dealer, 500euros
from ebay, with shipping and costums, 380 euros

So what does it mean??? Meanwhile i always buy in the united states, cause everything is at least one third cheaper, than to buy in germany...

By the way im lookin for a 1971 442 Hood with the two scoops, any condition but not the worst...

Thanks to you guys
Torsten

 

Hey guys, I just joined up and I'm ready to dive in to the Oldsmobile threads. I was referred here by another site that I am a member of, www.PerformanceYears.com , yep, it's a Pontiac site. I've got a few cars, but the Cutlass is my newest. It's a '65 F-85 Coupe with a '69 Olds 350 in it. Here is a few pics, I drove her home last month. I hope to post soon, thanks for any future input!

Chris

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I have those same wheels on my car right now, haha.

You don't see too many of them around anymore, because they stopped making them.

Those newer Jeep Wrangler wheels look really similar, but alas the centercaps are lame.

 

Welcome to our site Chris.

 

Hello,

Joined up here a while ago, have been visiting for a few month. I purchased a 55 2dr hardtop super 88 in January. This is my first GM so learning as I go. Plan is a daily driver. Hotrods are what I am really into. I need to sort a few things out on the olds so I have a few questions I will go and post in the appropriate areas.

flatoz

 

Just joined while surfing, stumbled on this site, looks good. First car was a 68 Olds Cutlass from my grandfather, which I no longer have. My grandfather passed away last year and I inherited his 68 Olds 442. Currently no motor, but he had a small block and 400 in there, for now I'll put back in what he had. Keeping it his way for now and getting it running again is important and very sentimental for me. Someday I'd like an Olds engine. Paint will eventually need done, but for now its 'copper', which my grandfather painted himself many years ago, lots and lots of layers. Luckily, I also inherited Olds and GM parts he collected over the last 30+ years. Getting it ready to hit the road this summer, the last time my grandfather had it on the road was the 80's.

 

Rolled in looking for a picture similar to my W30 to use as an avatar on another site and just had to join. I haven't been actively working on or with my cars for a while - divorce will tend to kill such a hobby - but I still have the cars. My first car was a 69 Hurst Olds I bought around 1980, or so. Before that I drove a 68 Cutlass that my parents had bought for me to drive. Ah, the good old days. I have since waded through a few with notables that I no longer have including a 70 442, 71 4sp 442, 69 4sp 442 and the 69 Hurst Olds that an X-buddy used to chop a telephone pole in half. I gave my oldest son my 70 Cutlass when he turned 18. I have left my 70 auto W-30, 71 4spd 442 ram air, 70 SX and 70 Vista Cruiser. I actually drive my W-30 every week or so but it was my daily driver for more than 10 years with the 71 doing the same duty for a different 10 years.

 

Welcome guys to our site.

flatoz, so do you plan an "old skool" style hot rod or a restoration, or a street rod high buck setup?

S.Fulton, waiting for the correct engine for your car is a good idea, especially since it is sort of in rememberance of you grandfather. Hope our site can help you.

70OldsW30, maybe you could tell the story about the demise of the '69 Hurst some day and we can all cry in our beer with you.

Good to have all three of you here.

 

Just thought I'd stop in and introduce myself. My name is Keith. Age 30, single, & have been looking for a car from my childhood. I suppose the stress of adult responsibilties made me yearn for something from my days of no responsibility. What might that be? A 1978 Cutlass Salon. I happened to pick one up on Ebay earlier today. Next will be transporting it back home. At least the previous owner says it runs. My profile pic is what inspired my search.

 

Welcome, Flatout.

Those are neat cars - are you going to paint it those colors too?
It would look awesome that way!

 

I still have that hot wheels car from when I was a kid!!

 

That was my original plan when I was looking for one. But, depending on the condition when I pick it up, I might just make it nice without doing the Hot Wheels fender mods. After seeing the paint that is on it as well as a 1978 brochure with the 442 option, I might paint it stock. Right now, ideas are flying.

Mine are lost in my collection. I did get a couple of other HW 442s from Ebay also.

 

well I put most of my details in another thread, but here goes,
Name is Eddie Hansen, I live in South River, New Jersey I have a 69 cutlass s convertible, came with a 4 speed, 350, 2 barrel, with posi rear (3.08's) I have purchased a 69 455 w/c heads for it
I have stripped the chasis and rebuilt the front end, chasis was stripped to bare shiney metal, por-15, then while still tacky shot with gm chasis black. the front end including springs is new, I also bought the stainless steel fuel and brake lines for it.

the body is up off it, and no not on a rottisserie, I have been away from the project for 10 years, but want to "get her done"

I am 48 years old but I have the mind of a 12 year old so that makes me 30 LOL

I am married for 20 years now, 1 kid, and a couple of jack russel dogs, I have owned this car a LOOOONNNNGGG time now. drove her in the garage before the resto, but really need to get crackin...

thanks for having this forum it is great and has totally rejuvenated my interest in finishing the resto...

 

My name is Dave, I have a 67 Cutlass with a 461, 400TH, 391 10 bolt with a 4 link from Dick Miller Racing and customer adjustable lowers. The enigne was built by Kammer&Kammer in Ohio. I live in Arvada Co. I ran the Cutlass for the 1st time ever with this set up and out of the box she ran a 13.12 @ 101.? when she hooked up, @4900 ft above sea level. I am one of 425 entrants for Pinks all Out in August here in Colorado.

 

I sure hope you win. That would be a bad thing to lose a car like that.

 

I live in the Chicagoland area and owe 3 Oldsmobiles at this time. 1983 Hurst , 1985 FE3-X concept car, and 1994 Cutlass convertible Hurst Olds conversion, equipped with Lightning Rod shifters. Big Olds fan and lover.

 

Oh, I wont be racing for a car. In Pinks All Out you try to make a 16 car field, then race for 10G's, plus tools and side bets. I would never take the chance of loosing this car!

 

My name is Russel and I am 38 years old and I live in Colorado Springs, CO. I own a 1966 Cutlass Supreme and 1970 Cutlass Conv. with a 455 Rocket. I also have a 1992 Mustang GT that I have a 347 stroker 500HP engine in and love to race. I am a big time car guy and a product of the 80's. I have always been a grease monkey and love working on cars as a hobby. I am ex Air Force and used to work at Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Base (you know, the one from War Games). I am a computer guy by trade and currently own my own computer business. I look forward talking to all you as you all seem like a great bunch of people. Believe it or not I read everyone's introductions before putting in my own.

 

Hello Everyone,

My name is Roman, I live in Washington State, and I own a 1972 Olds Cutlass Supreme that I’m working on restoring. I’m shooting for W-31 engine specs, but with all of the 442 trim goodies. My goal is NOT to build a clone, but to build the best looking/running Cutlass Supreme out there.

I am in sales for a software company that provides advanced 3-D training to Pulp and Paper mills. I don't get the chance to work with my hands very often (other than a keyboard) so I picked up the Cutlass to tinker on nights after work and on weekends. It's a great way to relax and yet be productive at the same time…and go broke.

My inspiration to build Olds came from my dad. He has a 1970 Olds 442 sitting in his garage just rusting away. It's been there for 20 years and unfortunately he can’t afford to fix it, won’t let anyone near it, and refuses to sell it. (stubborn) Hopefully after he sees my project done, he’ll open up to the idea of letting me help him get her done.

I'm fairly new, but thank you to all that have answered my questions and been willing to share their expertise. I'm happy to share my experiences if I see something I am knowledgeable about.

 

Hi everyone, Name is Ron and I’m new to the board (obviously...). Had this sickness for nearly 25years and it ain’t getting any better! HAHA!!

I am a traditional HotRodder that loves traditional HotRod’s and Kustoms. I own a 1956 Olds Holiday88 2 dr. H.T. Original 324ci with 56,000 miles on it.

 

Oh, I also own a 29 Ford Roadster that is going to be a tradtional HotRod (Don't call it ratrod, I HATE the name!) Sole reason for it is so my kids can learn how to wrench and build a bitchin' car to drive to High School.....
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Ron,

Are you over at the HAMB as well? Looks like you would fit in there.

 

Yup, HAMB name is the same.... Just wanted to check out this board also....

Are you a HAMBer also??

 

My name is Jason Daniels, I'm from Paulding Ohio and I've owned an oldsmobile all my life. My dad has also owned oldsmobiles all his life and so has my two cousins, great uncles and grandfather. My current project is an 84 cutlass with a 455, 6 point cage, 12 bolt rear, trick springs, adjustable shocks, no hop bars and adjustable upper control arms. I'm hoping for 10's but I'd be happy with 11's. I've been a diesel mechanic for about the last 15 yrs but now I'm an instructor at a college.

 

I’m very happy to have found this community of people dedicated to Oldsmobiles! I was bitten by the car bug in 1995 and have restored a 1971 Chevelle, partially restored a 1971 Skylark with 50k original miles, and now have my 1968 Cutlass! She’s pretty original and I got her for a great price. The cutlass is by far my favorite of the cars I’ve had because of the body lines and dual split front headlights. She’s a keeper! I also really like oldsmobile because it’s unique! It seems like everyone wants a 64-72 Chevelle or early model Camaro for example.
My name is Ashley(of the male variety) and I was born on the day mt. st. Helens erupted. Hence the name. Ashes---Ashley—go figure. I’m in Portland, OR and work as a landscape architect/planner and aspire to be a green home builder/remodeler.
I’d like to bring my ride mainly back to original with a few tasteful additions like suspension, wheel/tires, exhaust, carb/intake and hopefully keep it at that for a while! We’ll see right?
I’m excited to be part of the site, find a few parts, and learn a few things while I’m here!

 

hey, my name is ryan, i live in northern vt, just got my 70 cutlass supreme back form the guy i sold it to back in 97. im a boiler tech, among other less profitable oddjobs. the poor car has been a daily driver since i bought it and is starting to show signs of spending time in vt. hopefully ill get her back into show condition as mechanically it runs like new

 

Hey all, I'm Keith. Ive got a 61 88 hardtop. I recently sold my 62 98 holiday sedan.

I've got a few other rides as well, cars...motorcycles.

thanks.

 

Hi folks, I'm Guy (no jokes) from NJ. I am 39 and work for a major Pharma Company. I have been thru alot of classic Oldsmobiles since I could afford to buy them but never seem to kep them too long. I fall in lust with cars - not Love. I wish I could own more than 2 at a time but its a matter of space and time. My first Olds memory was getting a ride in my Aunts 71 Cutlass 'vert back at age 4 or 5 and man...what a ride. I could never get my old man to buy a rag top!
Currently, my wife (of 16 years) and I have a 75 Delta 88 Royale Convertible and a 72 Cutlass S 4 speed. We are in the process of selling the 72 in hopes to put another 88 in our stable.

I really enjoy this board and hope to contribute more

GUY

 

Hi, my name is Eric DEJAN, i'm 46 and own a 76 Olds Cutlass Supreme Brougham that was sold new here in Paris France.
I purchased the car 4 years ago and since 2 years i'm in the process of restoring it. i'm just finishing the engine bay for now.
In the future i'd like to purchase a 71 S but those cars are very very rare here.

 

Hi-My name is Scott. I have a '94 Cutlass Supreme Convertible. It's in real nice shape. Here's a couple pics.




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