This 1972 Oldsmobile 442 hardtop coupe is finished in Viking Blue over a color-coordinated interior and is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Produced at GM’s Lansing, Michigan, facility. Equipment includes dual hood scoops, 442 badging, power-assisted steering, front disc brakes, Strato-Bucket front seats, air conditioning, an AM/FM radio, and a center console. The brake and suspension systems were serviced, also included body repair, a repaint, fluid changes, servicing the fuel system, converting the air conditioning system to R134a refrigerant, and replacement of the radiator, battery, wheels and tires.
The 350ci V8 is equipped with a W-30-style air cleaner, and it sends power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission. The air-conditioning system was serviced and converted to utilize R134a refrigerant in 2021, and additional work completed at the time have included replacement of the fuel tank and mounting straps along with the radiator, exhaust system, battery, cables, and seals for the transmission and differential. Multiple fluid changes have been performed in preparation for sale.
The final 7 digits of the engine identification stamp read M198262, which corresponds to the final seven digits of the vehicle chassis number. Items accompanying the car include a broadcast card as well as manufacturer’s literature, period photographs of the car, and service records.
The body was refinished in its factory shade of Viking Blue (26) in 2021, the front fenders were patched and the rear quarter panels were replaced in addition to the roof rails, weather seals, grilles, and badging. Features include a replacement chrome rear bumper, dual exhaust outlets, and 442 badging in addition to a ram-air hood with white stripes and chrome twist locks.
Painted 14″ Super Stock III wheels wear polished trim rings as well as BFGoodrich white-letter tires, and a matching spare is stored in the trunk. Braking is provided by power-assisted front discs and rear drums, and the system have been overhauled. The car is equipped with power steering.
The front Strato-Bucket seats and rear bench are trimmed in blue vinyl upholstery (943) with a matching dashboard fascia and faux woodgrain trim. Amenities include air conditioning, a replacement AM/FM radio, and a center console surrounding the shifter. The bucket seats were fitted with replacement seat foam, and a period-style radio was installed.
Instrumentation framed by a Rally-style steering wheel consists of a 120-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer with an inset clock, and a combination gauge.
Approximately 10k miles are indicated on the five-digit odometer, total mileage is unknown.
