455Olds

Hey guys, I'm new to CO and I live on Long Island, NY. My name is Chris, I'm 27 years old and I'm an engineer. I got my first car, a 1972 Cutlass Supreme (442 clone) in 2002. I sold the car in 2007 and I've regretted it ever since, even though it was a rust bucket. Last year, I bought a gorgeous 1969 Cutlass Supreme post coupe. It was, by far, the cleanest car I've ever owned. I jumped the gun on purchasing it and let emotions get in the way of common sense, because I had a wedding to pay for with my fiance. I ended up selling it and making a small profit on it. Guess what? I regret that also, haha.

Anyway, I'm looking forward to becoming a regular member here and learning a few things in the process. I'm in the market for a new Olds now, since I'm in a better financial position to do so. My heart lies with Olds and Mopar, as I currently have a 1967 Plymouth Barracuda fastback that I restored last year. Here are a few pics of the 72 and the 69.

Chris

Here's the 1972 Cutlass (442 Clone)

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Here's the 1969 Cutlass S post coupe:

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69'442

Welcome, Both nice cars. Good luck on your search.

455Olds

Thank you! I'm in touch with a well known member on here to see a car he has for sale. I'm hoping to make some time to see it this weekend.

car_designer

Chris, welcome to CO from another 27 yo engineer

Nice pair of Oldsmobiles. I noticed the '69 was a post coupe.

Feel free to post a pic of the Barracuda.

oldcutlass

Welcome, I can't spell engineer, but I R 1. It's nice to get the younger guys through here. I wish you luck with your endeaver. Please post some pic's of the Cuda. If you click on the bottom link in my sig you can see I like Mopars also.

OLD SKL 69

Welcome to CO from another Long Islander! Nice collection of Olds there, especially the 69. Sorry you had to sell it, it really looks great in that color combo. Good luck in your search for another toy.

455Olds

Thank you! Yes, I forgot to mention the best feature of the car --it was a post coupe. I can't stress how clean it was/is. I have the contact info of the guy who bought it and I made him promise me first buy back rights. Maybe some day...

Thanks! I'm a huge Mopar fan. See pics below...

Thank you too!

Pics of the Barracuda:

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LI Olds

I remember seeing your CL ad last summer for the 69 Post.. I hope you got what you were asking, it seemed like a nice car for the price..

GAOldsman

Welcome aboard Good luck on finding your "new" Olds I like the Barracuda and as a matter of fact my Dad had a '65 glassback with the 273 mil in it.

car_designer

Chris, very nice Barracuda.

455Olds

I feel like I got less than the car was worth, but still made a small profit on it, as I got a great deal on it to begin with. Selling the car in the middle of the winter hurt the sale substantially, but I didn't have the luxury of waiting.

Thank you! The first generation 65-66 Barracudas are cool little cars too. My car was originally a highly optioned 273 Commando car. It now has a warmed up 360 made to look like the stock 273 for a little bit of old school hot rodder deception

Thank you! It was a labor of love bringing it back to life.

ent72olds

Welcome Chris! That '69 looked like a sweet ride! The Barracuda though.....that is bad ***........there are many of us here from The Island....we will have to get together this summer for a Fri nite cruise to Bellmore! We can round up everybody!

455Olds

Thanks Erik! A cruise would be awesome! I don't have many friends on the island with cars. They all sold them off slowly as they "grew up." Personally, I have no interest in growing up if it means selling your pride and joy and driving a lifeless minivan.

OLD SKL 69

Nice Barracuda. I always liked the old 60's Chrysler products too.

oldsman72

Welcome to the site Chris, from a former Long Islander. Good luck with your search but I'm thinking that little 'Cuda should keep you happy in the meantime

OCA Spring Dust-off is coming up soon, usually 1st Sunday in May. Show is in Merrick (Fireman's Field on Merrick Rd). When I have a date, I'll post it up.

455Olds

Thanks OLD SKL, my love affair with vintage Mopars is pretty much equal to the one I have with Oldsmobiles. I am blessed to have the opportunity to own one of each.

I'd love to check that show out. Thanks for the heads up! I'll keep an eye on this thread for that date.

69'442

L.I. & N.Y.C. Oldsmobile Club Spring Dust Off is May 5, 2013.

http://li-nyc-oldsclub.com/events/

oldsman72

Yep, just saw it yesterday. Thanks for posting.

oldcutlass

Sweet Cuda, love the old school look.

kirtwell

Hey Chris, my name is Curtis Caldwell. I live in Tucson Arizona and recently bought the 69 Cutlass. So far I love it. Found you on this forum and couldn't believe it when I found the car online. Really looks good with the chrome wheels. I was actually thinking about putting something similar on it. Got some engine upgrade ideas I doubt you'd approve of but it's going to have a 454 (625 hp) in it soon. I'm keeping and crating the original Rocket engine and trans in hopes to keeping all of the originality you tried so hard to maintain. Love the car. If you want some pics text me sometime. FivetwoZerofoursevenonezerothree8six. Take care. Also, I'm an engineer as well :-)

budg

Welcome . That is a very niice Barracuda Chris. My first 2 cars were Barracuda fastbacks. I had a 69 with a 225 slant six that was a present for my 18th birthday and a 68 Formula S 340 that I bought from a friend. They are great cars.

btw

Welcome to the site! Hope to see many more photos of your rides!