Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Town Sedan Partially restored 23.159 € Investment number 48 From 31.102 Engine Complete overhaul Rocket 455 V8 US-Import Accident-free (1969)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a 1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Town Sedan in the color Tahitian Turquoise Blue with a Tahitian Turquoise Blue fabric interior.

Highlights

• Partially restored
• The Oldsmobile is number 48 of 31,102 models built, rolled off the production line on the 1st weekend of production in 1968 in Southgate, California
• 23,159 € investment, technically in very good condition:
• Engine was completely overhauled and subtly modified with aluminum intake manifold and 4-barrel carburetor 650 cfm demon by Edelbrock.
• In the course of the engine overhaul, the addition of lead additive is no longer necessary.
• Mileage since the revision approx. 10,000 km
• The engine compartment was completely redone, de-oiled, sanded, derusted, primed and then painted, all of which can be verified with pictures.
• The hood was completely redone inside and a new insulation mat was fitted.
• The trunk was refurbished, also derusted, primed, painted and then sealed with Owatrol.
• A custom-made carpet in the color of the car was made by the interior decorator.
• The complete front steering unit was also replaced, tie rod ends inside and outside, tie rod, idler arm, axle bushes bottom and top, brake shoes disc brake, stabilizer kits inside and outside, both side brake cylinders.
• Battery was replaced last year.
• Trunk seal and the front (not yet fitted, but can be taken over) and rear door seals were recently renewed
• Equipment including: Power steering
• From 3rd hand
• Valuation report from 2018 available, with the grade: 3+
• In possession of the seller since 2016

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1969
• First registration: 1969
• Import from the USA
• Location: 35582 Wetzlar, Germany
• 3 vehicle owners
• TÜV valid until 06/23
• H license plate
• Accident-free
• Approved
• German registration
• Duty paid
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Oldsmobile 88, an iconic car in American automotive history, debuted in 1949 and quickly became a bestseller. It followed the Oldsmobile 76 and was known for its powerful Rocket V8 engine. Its sporty variants such as the 88 Jetfire and later the 88 Super were prized for their performance and style. Despite the discontinuation of the brand in 2004, the Oldsmobile 88 remains a coveted collector's item.

The facts

Exterior and interior

• Exterior color: Tahitian Turquoise Blue
• Interior material: Tahitian Turquoise Blue fabric
• Repainting cannot be ruled out

Engine and transmission

• 7.5-liter V8 engine with 310 hp (Rocket 455 V8)
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in June 2023

Mileage

• 28,442 mi (read off)
• Mileage partially traceable

Documentation

• No checkbook available

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

• Tires: 30-50 %
• Brakes: 50-70 %
• Underbody: Light rust film

Known defects

• Various scratches in the paintwork
• Rust on the rear wheel arch, as the rear window trim is leaking
• Speedometer does not work because the speedometer cable is broken
• Horn only works with original steering wheel
• There are a few paint chips on the closing edge of the hood, visible when open
• Some of the door seals are a little more worn
• Stone chip on windshield, but has been repaired by Carglass
• Signs of wear and tear due to age
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary

Experience the classic 1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Town Sedan in Tahitian Turquoise Blue, equipped with a fully rebuilt 7.5-liter V8 engine and numerous upgraded components for outstanding performance. As number 48 of 31,102 models built on the 1st production weekend of 1968 in California, this vehicle epitomizes American automotive history with style and elegance.

Vehicle videos

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