Hi,
I am new to the Oldsmobile world, outside of my parents have a Cutlass when I was a kid and owning a 74 Delta 88 in college. I am wanting to get a 70's Cutlass to build into a sleeper. I have a budget of 14K for the car and any build work that needs to be done.

1st question: Is a 350v8 based Cutlass a good starting point? I won't be running this on a track, but as a driver.

2nd question: How much can I expect to pay for a rebuild of the engine and what sort of power numbers can I expect to see.

I have a couple of months before the money arrives so this is a great time to get my ducks in a row.

Jeremy

 

Welcome to the site. $14k should net you a decent Cutlass already somewhat fixed up. I would not overlook the 64-67's or 68/69 either. A SBO is fine for just cruising and the occasional burnout. Where are you located?

 

I am in Independence, MO.

 

Any suggestions on where to find a good car? I have been looking at places like gatewayclassics.com and such.

 

We have classifieds on here, also Craigslist, ebay motors, your local paper, autabuy.com, racingjunk.com, oldsmobilecentral, etc...

 

Since you are in the KC area.... check out 442.com and/or oldsparts.com. Then call Brothers Automotive in Lenexa. They only do Olds and specialize in EXACTLY for what you're lusting. Likely they know of where a decent car is in hiding. Don't think you will be disappointed. Ask for Garrett or Steve. I;ve been a customer for years..... good folks.

 

Do they build sleepers also or just provide parts?

 

Parts - yes. Concours restorations - a few. Build sleepers - I don't know. You would just have to ask. If they don't, I'm sure they can hook you up with someone local that's reputable who does.