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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 04:34 AM
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I've owned and driven several Oldsmobiles over the years and recently bought this '66 442. I had one in High School so it's time to relive the memories, this car had 42,000 miles when I got it and is in pretty good condition. I spent 2.5 days driving it home after the purchase and it was a great adventure. My wife and I went to the local Cruise night and met several people, next adventure is going to Waxahachie to the Texas Olds meeting. Unfortunately I have already started taking the car apart to restore a few things so I won't be bringing it with me but look forward to meeting and learning while there.
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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 04:42 AM
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Welcome to CO, lots of great members in TX that will help you out I'm sure. My HS car was a 69 Cutlass S, that got me started.
Old Apr 7, 2013 | 04:47 AM
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Welcome John.
What great cars the 66 442's are.
I traded for one years ago and miss it
badly, now that it's gone.

You will like the site. A wealth of knowlege
here for sure. Enjoy that bad boy.
Is it a 4-speed car? Sure looks nice.
Old Apr 7, 2013 | 06:34 AM
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Yes, it's a 4 speed with Black interior, no console and I believe 3:90 rear end judging by the tach vs speed. My daily driver is a Volt so watching the gas gauge fall quickly toward "E" brought back some other memories. Still worth it though, I enjoyed the drive and it gives you a good perspective on just how far cars have changed.
Old Apr 7, 2013 | 06:49 AM
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Welcome!
What are the fixing on the car?


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Old Apr 7, 2013 | 07:02 AM
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Welcome John, I look forward to meeting you. If you ever decide to venture down to Granbury, shoot me a PM and we can meet up.
Old Apr 7, 2013 | 01:23 PM
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Welcome to CO John! Sounds like a nice car.
Old Apr 9, 2013 | 09:57 AM
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Welcome! Nice car.
Old Apr 9, 2013 | 10:09 AM
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Welcome aboard Nice '66
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