1971 OLDSMOBILE 442 CONVERTIBLE

This 1971 Olds 442 has been fully restored to exact factory specifications with multiple options including the functional outside air-induction hood and the ultra-rare option of factory air conditioning. This rare car is one of 1304 442 convertibles built in 1971. The unique 44 is disclosed in the VIN as proof positive of its authenticity. The letter M is also notable as it represents the Lansing MI plant where the car was assembled (the only plant to build 442s) and is also indicated on the Trim Tag. It retains its matching-numbers 455ci 8-cylinder engine with factory-correct intake manifold and carburetor thermostat housing water pump Delco alternator power brake booster and master cylinder A6 air conditioning compressor fully restored factory air conditioning evaporator and HD Harrison radiator. All that power and torque is put to work by a correct restored M20 4-speed manual transmission and a rare W27 posi-traction 3:42 performance gear rear axle. Trumpet exhaust tips emerge from the unmistakable 442 cutout rear bumper. It has been treated to a no-expense-spared meticulous and comprehensive frame-off rotisserie nut-and-bolt restoration as evidenced by its gorgeous finish and laser-straight body. Everything on this 442 is new or completely rebuilt. Significant options include power steering power disc brakes and power top Super Stock II wheels wide oval tires with chassis handling package bucket seats console hood deck and side stripes sport mirrors with remote driver?s mirror sport steering wheel tinted glass Rally Pac gauges and Tic-Toc-Tach.

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