An worn, but very original 1948 Oldsmobile 2dr. Scan from analog image, taken ca.2004. The Oldsmobile color may be Ivy Green (#29). The original paint color is probably #29 (Ivy Green). 1948 was the first year with the new ‘fender-integrated’ styling. Cars were available with inline-6 and inline-8 engines. Sitting outside for a long time, Read More …
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1948 Oldsmobile Fastback
This 1948 Oldsmobile fastback is in poor shape. We see rust in many locations. We can identify the 1948 model year by the metal gravel shields (guards) and the round badge on the hood (not visible on the images). 1948 was the last year Oldsmobile offered the old, prewar style. Pontiac had the same (GM) Read More …
1948 Oldsmobile on a Family Photo
A shiny new 1948 Oldsmobile. In front of the car probably the family of its owners: Two brothers and their sister. Undated, probably ca.1950. 1948 was the last year, Oldsmobile offered the old body style. The new ‘Futuramic’ line was brand new this year. An example we see here.
1948 Pontiac in Eveleth MN
A blue 1948 Pontiac is parked close to the school district in Eveleth MN. From the cars in the background I estimate the photo was shot ca.1953 The car is a Silver-Streak model. Note the chrome gravel guards.
A Lady, a 1948 Oldsmobile and Her Hat
A young lady poses with a new 1948 Oldsmobile, wearing a fashionable (and properly sized) hat.
1948 Oldsmobile Convertible
Couple with their 1948 Oldsmobile convertible. Vintage photo, ca.1950
1948 Cadillac 62 4Dr Sedan
1948 Cadillac 62 4Dr Sedan Cadillac named cars like this 1948 Cadillac 62 4Dr Sedan as ”62′ which were produced from years 1940 until 1964. (Then the cars received the name ‘Cadillac Calais’.) Cadillac designed that ’62’ model series originally to replace the entry level Series 65. Automobiles of the early post war years are Read More …
1948 Oldsmobile 78 Fastback
The 1948 Oldsmobile 78 fastback is a 2dr model. The ’78’ was Oldsmobile’s middle priced line of cars. Olds offered the lower price line with the six and eight cylinder engines. The company named the medium range 76 and 78. (‘8’ is indicating the inline eight engines.) Technical features included aluminum pistons and a full-pressure Read More …