Summary

Powered by matching-numbers 455ci V8 engine with 4-speed manual transmission and 3.73-ratio rear axle. In a Nordic Blue exterior. Upgraded exhaust and red plastic front inner fenders. Includes Rocket Report and certificate to validate items.

Details

One of 659 in total for the model year, this 1972 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 is one of 269 built for the model year with a Muncie M20 4-speed transmission. This 442 Is finished in Nordic Blue 24-paint code, with a blue vinyl interior. The car is verified authentic with the "X" VIN code, as well as the expert Stephen Minore's Rocket Report. This car retains all of its stock drivetrain including matching-numbers components including 455ci V8 engine, heads, intake, carb, distributor, the transmission as well as the posi-traction 3.73 rear end gears, as noted in the Rocket Report. The engine has been massaged over with the late famous Oldsmobile engine builder and racer Joe Mondello's formula. A few upgrades done by the current owner include power brakes, stainless-steel exhaust, aluminum rear end cover, and the red plastic inner fenders which would normally be black for this W-30 year. The stock exhaust, starter, rear end cover, exhaust manifolds that will be included with sale.