Undeniably one of the highlights of the muscle car era, and even more so for Oldsmobile, the 442 stands proudly as a flagship car for the Golden Age of powerhouse vehicles. This particular numbers-matching 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible is fully repainted in a captivating Palamino Gold exterior, complemented by its white vinyl power top and contrasting black hood stripes. Thanks to its streamlined and powerful design, this awesome Olds looks aggressive from any angle.
Inside, we find a beautiful and mostly surviving original gold vinyl interior. A center console separates the twin bucket seats, while the factory two-spoke, power-assisted steering wheel sits just ahead of a trio of factory gauges that measure speed, fuel, engine temperature, and oil pressure. Sliding ventilation controls keep things simple, while a bench rear set offers plenty of room for two lucky passengers.
Under the hood, we find a numbers-matching 400 cubic-inch overhead valve V-8 engine. Topped with a single four-barrel carburetor mounted on the stock intake manifold, this big V8 was rated at 350 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque when it rolled off the assembly line. Factory exhaust manifolds give way to a true dual exhaust, giving this old-school muscle car a growl commensurate with its power. Power is routed through a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission before heading out to the 12-bolt rear, which transfers those ponies to the pavement via a set of polished 14-inch wheels shod in Mastercraft tires.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Numbers Matching 400 CID V8
Full Palamino Gold Repaint
White Vinyl Power Top
Black Painted Stripes
TH400 Three Speed Auto
Edelbrock Four Barrel Carb
Factory Intake
Factory Air Cleaner
Factory Exhaust Manifolds
Power Brakes
Power Steering
Mostly Original Interior
Gold Vinyl Interior
Factory Gauges
Factory Steering Wheel
Bucket Seats
Kenwood Head Unit (inop)
Heat
Defrost
The 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible is equipped with a suspension system featuring an independent front end and a live axle rear, complemented by coil springs and heavy-duty shocks at all four corners. Power brakes are ready to rein in speed whenever called upon. With its original engine intact, this droptop golden beauty from the Golden Age is a golden ticket to freedom for its next owner. If that sounds like you, don't wait, call today!
