71 cutlass conv
January 22nd, 2014, 07:03 PM
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71 cutlass conv
I plan on making my cutlass look like a w-30, with stripes and raised hood. I'm not concerned about matching numbers, etc. as this build is for my own enjoyment. I have just completely redone my interior black. I like the lighter blues, with white stripes, but not sure they would be appropriate for a black interior. I'm not big on a white top, as it will get crappy looking in short order. Exterior color thoughts with black interior? I'm not sure blue and white stripes would coordinate with a black top and black interior. Thoughts?
January 23rd, 2014, 02:40 PM
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gold......
Well copper and silver have been mentioned why not nugget gold.... its a special order color, and I have seen a 69 very (Brian's) in the major builds section that is drop dead gorgeous, I like the silver, I also like the copper , black makes all colors more intense, artistically speaking
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January 23rd, 2014, 05:24 PM
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Just my opinion but having the 3 different colors you stated doesn't really seem to be a great combination. If you do go with a lighter blue, I'd definitely go with the black stripes to match the top/interior
January 23rd, 2014, 09:12 PM
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Thanks for the picture Allan, that silver looks nice. I just can't make up my mind, silver doesn't give the paint much depth...an even darker silver/gray?....bright red/black stripes?...I"m thinking the stripes should match the top color?
January 24th, 2014, 10:16 AM
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Actually in the sun, that silver really does pop. This is my car at an all Olds show in 2010
In the long run it's up to your personal choice. My first 72 Cutlass S was Matador red and I loved that color too. Black doesn't really pop as much on red IMO
In the long run it's up to your personal choice. My first 72 Cutlass S was Matador red and I loved that color too. Black doesn't really pop as much on red IMO
January 24th, 2014, 02:51 PM
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I appreciate your assistance Allan. I just can't decide what color combo to go with. I think I would like to have a black top, as white would show dirt and wear more quickly. I already have a new black interior.
January 24th, 2014, 03:30 PM
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May I also suggest to install some type of kill switch in the car. I had a bad experience where my 1971 cutlass convertible was stolen right out of the Canfield, Ohio fairgrounds. I strongly recommend this to anyone that is restoring their Oldsmobiles or currently has one that is restored.
January 26th, 2014, 11:36 AM
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I have a new black interior and will go with a black top..so...? I can't decide on exterior color?..charcoal with black stripes?..might be too plain..I think something brighter like blue or red or?...
January 26th, 2014, 02:35 PM
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Throw all your top color choices into a paper bag. Close your eyes and draw one. That will be your color. If you like all those colors it's just a matter of random draw.
Suggestion: If you know someone with photoshop on their puter, have them render as many different combos as you like to see the end run before the sanding and painting begins.
Suggestion: If you know someone with photoshop on their puter, have them render as many different combos as you like to see the end run before the sanding and painting begins.
March 27th, 2014, 06:56 PM
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How cool is that! I found the pic web surfing. I know that Matador Red is a lovely color, but it looks soooo much nicer in the sun. My first Cutlass also had black accents, but like I said it didn't seem to pop as much as a light color with black.
Don't get me wrong - your car is drop dead gorgeous and if I found one just like it up here I'd be hard pressed to steer away from buying it. Thx for sharing that ownership trivia!
Don't get me wrong - your car is drop dead gorgeous and if I found one just like it up here I'd be hard pressed to steer away from buying it. Thx for sharing that ownership trivia!
April 19th, 2014, 10:20 AM
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Black/Gold stripes is my favorite
I also like Viking Blue a lot.
Pretty much any color will "fit" with a black interior.
If you are using a black convertible top I would either go black or a lighter color for a contrast.
I also like Viking Blue a lot.
Pretty much any color will "fit" with a black interior.
If you are using a black convertible top I would either go black or a lighter color for a contrast.
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