NEW LOWER PRICE - 1954 OLDS SUPER 88 SEDAN - $12,500 - SURVIVOR - EXCELLENT - 87,600 miles

This Oldsmobile has been SOLD !

We have found the proper adoptive caretaker and are pleased that it is en route to its new home.

Thanks to all for your generous comments,

and thanks to AACA for sponsoring this FORUM,

Marty

BEAUTIFUL 1954 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 SEDAN - 87,600 mile ORIGINAL with HPOF POTENTIAL -- RALEIGH, NC area

AACA member and recent widow has decided to offer her all-original, exceptionally solid survivor/driver 1954 Oldsmobile Super 88 4-door sedan. The big, powerful Olds deserves to be enjoyed by someone who will appreciate, and continue to maintain this wonderful 87,600 mile "Time-Capsule".

BODY: TOTALLY SOLID WITH NO RUST...

The Super 88 looks outstanding, sporting factory-original medium Metallic Green Paint. The body shows no signs of prior damage. Only the left rear quarter panel appears to have been repainted sometime in her distant past, and the fender skirts show areas of touch-up, possibly scraped during mounting/dismounting. There is also a minor ding in the upper right front fender, visible when viewed from just the right angle. The lighter-colored roof is streaked from rubbing, and is rubbed through the paint on the front left corner. All glass appears original and excellent, with side windows rolling up and down effortlessly.

INTERIOR: FANTASTIC and EXCEPTIONAL - EVEN THE RADIO AND CLOCK WORK PERFECTLY

Sitting in this 1954 time capsule is like being cradled on a very expensive and supportive sofa. Seats and door panels are in excellent condition and appear original. The carpet is so good that, while it appears correct and original, I suspect it may have been replaced - but it could be original.

Gauges and instruments look and work as new, interior chrome is exceptional - even the original radio and clock are completely functional and perfect. Only the speedometer needs attention. It is operational, but vacillates, and shows higher than actual speed - I believe that the cable needs to be lubed, but there is a brand new cable in the trunk, along with the original jack and spare belts.

The big beautiful steering wheel is amazing, and even proclaims "POWER STEERING" at its top edge.

MECHANICAL: SMOOTH - POWERFUL - COMPLETELY DEPENDABLE - HYDRA-MATIC - POWER STEERING - POWER BRAKES - MARK IV AIR CONDITIONER

The original 324ci Overhead Valve Rocket-88 engine starts at the first turn, idles smoothly without any noises, and pulls the big Olds like a freight train. The Hydra-Matic 4-speed transmission had been totally rebuilt and shifts through all gears the way it was designed to. The power brakes and power steering work flawlessly and the power steering pump hoses were replaced. A spare power steering pump and pulley are included. The cooling system was gone through, with the radiator being redone with an extra pass core to ensure cool running under all conditions - even with the Mark-IV Air Conditioning. The owners illness had prevented him from completing installing the last new A/C hose and charging the A/C system so the belts are in the trunk. All cooling system hoses and vacuum hoses were replaced, as were the oil pan gasket and the rocker cover gaskets. An electric fuel pump was also added, even though the proper mechanical pump is fully functional. Many of us have learned that using an electric pump to prime the fuel system allows our less-frequently used cars to start instantly, and these can also help eliminate vapor lock caused by modern fuels. The fuel tank was boiled out and properly coated. Even the vacuum-operated windshield wipers work perfectly.

All springs and shock absorbers were replaced along with exhaust and new universal joints, and alignment. The Super 88 currently rides on modern narrow-whitewall radial tires, has been driven cross-country at highway speeds, and has successfully completed several National AACA and VMCCA tours.

MAINTENANCE: METICULOUS

The recently deceased owner was meticulous with regard to records-keeping, and was equally careful with ensuring that the Oldsmobile was always properly maintained. A photocopy of his notes will be included for the next caretaker to retain. Barry always cared for the car the proper way he maintained all mechanical things - with respect, caution, and planning - as though they were meant to last a lifetime. This car continues to show the care he lavished on her, and will provide the new owner with miles of smiles.

PRICING: NEW PRICE REDUCED - ASKING $12,500 - (WILL CONSIDER A REASONABLE OFFER)

We are delighted to offer this fine Oldsmobile, to be adopted by her next caretaker, with an asking price of $12,500.

Of course we are always open to a reasonable offer.

Please do not contact the owner directly, but rather contact me - MARTY ROTH - PM or Email me

Go to the top left of this ad - Click on my name, and then choose to PM or Email

Additional photos available by Email

MOTIVATED SELLER !!

Please note that the ASKING PRICE is REDUCED TO $12,500

This Oldsmobile has been SOLD !

We have found the proper adoptive caretaker and are pleased that it is en route to its new home.

Thanks to all for your generous comments,

and thanks to AACA for sponsoring this FORUM,

Marty

This Oldsmobile has been SOLD !

We have found the proper adoptive caretaker and are pleased that it is en route to its new home.

Thanks to all for your generous comments,

and thanks to AACA for sponsoring this FORUM,

Marty