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Old Apr 20, 2011 | 03:42 PM
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New member here...

Hey everybody. I am new to the site but I have been a long time Olds guy. I have owned '71 442 (my first car), a '67 Cutlass Supreme, and a '70 442. I am currently looking for a new Oldsmobile to sit in my garage.

I am thinking about a Rallye 350 but I am open to all models. If anybody has anything interesting, or knows of anything out there, please let me know! I am in Arizona.

Thanks!
Old Apr 20, 2011 | 05:16 PM
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1969 cutlass s w-31

I am the original owner of a 4-speed 1969 cutlass s w-31 in good condition . I read that there was only 106 of this combination made in 1969. I would like to know what it is worth.
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 07:27 AM
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That is a difficult question to answer... It depends on several factors such as options, mileage, numbers matching, etc, etc... Being a 4 speed W-31 is a good and valuable start, but there are several factors that need to be answered.

I would suggest decoding the VIN and the Body tag information to determine some facts. Since its a W-31, it would be helpful to have a build sheet to validate the authenticity. Then I would then look at an old car price guide to determing a range. You can find these online such as NADA classiccars guide, or in a bookstore like Barnes & Noble. Keep in mind these are subjective as well since everybody's definition of a #2 or #3 car is different. But it will give you a starting point.

And finally, do some research online on sites such as Hemmings, oldride, and 442.com just to name a few to see what other similar cars are being listed at. Keep in mind, they don't always sell for what they are listed.

I know this is probably not what you want to hear, but it is a difficult question to answer. Either way, it sounds like you have a cool car!
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 07:40 AM
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Welcome

Welcome aboard

Hey this is a first 2 Newbies at once.

Glad both of ya'll join us

Now post sum pics pronto please.
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 07:51 AM
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Welcome to our site!! Someday I'll live in Arizona..... where it's hot..... and the sky is blue..... and there is SUN!!!
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 07:53 AM
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Mr442

Be Careful

If Sandy can cash in her IRA she'll have enough money to buy gas to drive down there and move in with ya'll
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 07:58 AM
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You're not supposed to warn them in advance, Jamesbo!!!! I sure wish I was out there. I'm sooooo tired of gray and cold!
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 08:20 AM
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Welcome..to both of you. Joe, an original owner? how cool! Mine is very rough (Holiday Coupe). Have you been to the Wmachineregistry?
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 01:23 PM
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Welcome to the both of you.
Old Apr 21, 2011 | 09:45 PM
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I'll post a pic when I get another Olds! Soon, I hope!
Old Apr 22, 2011 | 06:24 AM
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Welcome to the site Mr442. And welcome Joe Cutworth with the '69 w-31 and you should start your own newbie thread so we can address each other individually. We all like to see those cars, projects, technical data and really anything Oldsmobile.
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