1955 Oldsmobile 98

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In the previous year, 1954, Oldsmobiles had redesigned with a (three body style) '98' series at the top of the line. The Oldsmobile 98 is the full-size model of Oldsmobile. Production of cars with this name ran from 1940 to 1996. It was the Olds' top of the line model. (Lower 'ranked' cars of this make having lower type numbers, like '60', '88' etc.)

1955 Oldsmobile 98
1955 Oldsmobile 98

Rusted front area, but original paint.From this view we can assume, there are no serious rust damages.

1955 Oldsmobile 98 4Dr Sedan
1955 Oldsmobile 98 Interior

History

Standard equipment on the 1955 Oldsmobile 98 included bumper guards, dual horns, cigarette lighter. Also an inside rearview mirror and front and rear floor mats. There were foam rubber seat cushions and a front seatback robe cord, custom cushion lounge seats. The list goes on with stainless steel rocker panel moldings, turn signals, a hood insulation, electric clock. Additionally there are stainless steel wheel discs, hand brake light, courtesy light package. Also a Deluxe steering wheel with horn ring, padded dash and windshield washer.

Rear of 1955 Oldsmobile 4Dr with Ninety Eight Script
Rear of 1955 Oldsmobile 4Dr with Ninety Eight Script

Upholstery choices were covert and pattern cloth, leather and pattern cloth, leather and nylon, and leather and dimple leather. Oldsmobile moved the optional air conditioning unit to the engine bay instead of the trunk. - The Hydramatic automatic transmission gear selector had an 'S' on it, which was used for better climbing performance. At mid-year, the company introduced the pillarless four-door hardtop body, called the Holiday sedan, in the 98 series. Viewing at the picturres, we can see this car is not a Holiday.

At the Auction
Note: Auction has ended!

This car is a solid 1955 Oldsmobile 98. It comes with the original bill of sale: Originally it was $3400 when bought new in 1955. The car has power seat, power windows and was a factory AC car. Unfortunately the AC parts were removed a couple years ago. If someone wanted to put it back to original I have most factory AC stuff for an additional $2000.

Car needs a balancer, radiator and fan to put back in. It will come with 2 groove balancer, fan pulleys and a four blade fan. I had the car running 2 years ago. It ran well but brakes went to floor, so never drove it. Turned the engine over by hand the other day and it spins fine. All exterior trim/pot metal is there and in much better condition than most. I hate to part this car out. Hope someone sees some potential here.