1970 442 Convertible Numbers Matching

1970 Oldsmobile 442

Hello,

This 1970 442 Convertible is real with the 344 VIN prefix and numbers matching motor in it. 1970 was the pinnacle year for muscle cars. This was the first year a 455 cubic inch motor was put into a 442 by GM. In 1971 the 442 still had a 455 cubic inch motor in i, but the compression was lowered due to new emission standards. By 1972, the 442 was just an appearance package.

The motor is 10.5 to 1 compression with an underrated 365 horsepower and a whopping 500 ft/lbs of torque. Manufacturers underrated the horsepower to keep insurance rates down for muscle cars. The car also has the optional original W-25 forced air induction hood scoop and the original rebuilt Hurst Dual Gate Shifter. The transmission is a Turbo 400.

This car is driven only a handful of times on the best summer days and is kept under a custom fit Wolf Automotive cover. The car cover is included. The car is always kept clean, therefore; I never have to wash it with water. I use a leather chamois and spray wax only.

The previous owner has a body shop. He purchased the car in 1996 with 71,000 miles on it. I saw that on the title. He restored the car over a 5 year time frame, then kept the car in a climate controlled garage for the next 20 years only driving it 8,000 miles. The car had 79,000 miles on it when I bought it and now has 80,000. The car was originally Twilight Blue with a Blue interior. Car is now Viking Blue with a parchment color interior. Therefore, the visors, dash, seat belts, carpeting, trim, etcetera are blue like they should be. The car has painted stripes on the hood and sides under clear coat. No decals.

This car is extremely comfortable and rides and handles like new. It has power front disc brakes, power steering and power top.

A photo history book of the car’s restoration is included. LAST PHOTOS SHOWN IN THIS AD ARE FROM THE RESTORATION BOOK.

Note: When I say “NEW”, this refers to the restoration of the car, except for maintenance items and where stated otherwise.

BODY AND PAINT

-The only replacement panels were the rear quarters and inner fender wells

-1 repaint with 2 stage Oldsmobile color VIKING BLUE urethane paint with multiple coats of clear (a few minor chips now, but nothing on sides of car)

-Excellent gaps on doors, trunk fenders and rear quarters

-New bumpers, chrome and weatherstripping on doors, top, trunk, windows, etc.

-Original glass in excellent condition. All windows roll up and down with perfect fit except for passenger window (has slight overlap with rear window when up)

-Car antenna is in tinted windshield (introduced in 1970)

-New door hinges. Doors open and close effortlessly with perfect fit

-New top with matching parade boot and glass back window

-Original fiberglass W-25 ram air hood (has stress crack at hold down- see photo)

-NOS chrome wheel opening mouldings

-Chrome door edge guards

-Dual sport painted mirrors

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

-Numbers Matching 455 cubic inch motor

-Edelbrock 750 CFM Performance carburetor and Performance aluminum manifold (original parts included)

-New battery with quick disconnect, plugs, wires, cap, rotor, PCV valve, belts, hoses, filters, etc.

-New welded all aluminum radiator (January 2023)

-Transmission flush with filter

-Recent oil change with 20w-50 high zinc motor oil required for cam (400 miles back) and lube

-New alternator

-Stock exhaust manifolds (new gaskets 6 months ago)

-Flowmaster 2.5” dual exhaust system with chrome trumpet exhaust tips

-Rebuilt Turbo 400 Transmission not #’s matching (previous owner still has it at his body shop and it’s still available)

-Original rebuilt Hurst Dual Gate (His/Her) Shifter. Provides safe and fun performance shifting

-Stock converter

-Mallory Unilite electronic distributor and Mallory coil

-New heater core and hoses (6 months old)

-New high torque starter

-New valve cover gaskets (6 months old). Motor looked extremely clean

-Motor does not burn oil, starts right up, idles beautifully and runs like a top (however, I think the rear main rope seal leaks about 4 oz. in approximately 110 miles due to the irregular use of the car)

INTERIOR

-Original factory bucket seats and console

-New parchment colored upholstery and interior

-New carpeting (last couple years), sill strips & Oldsmobile floor mats

-Speedometer was calibrated

-Gauges sent out for testing/repair and function properly

-After market old school Alpine AM/FM/CD player installed by a previous owner (dash opening was cut)

-Dual speakers mounted under dash. Kick plates and door panels not cut into

-All wiring was inspected and replaced as needed

-Sport steering wheel (N34 option)

-All lights, turn signals, wipers, horn, heat, blower motor, etc. work (rear courtesy lights never hooked back up during restoration)

-Original Dash pad in excellent condition

-Some kick panel vent controls never hooked back up during restoration

SUSPENSION AND DIFFERENTIAL

-All new front end parts including rebuilt steering box

-Newer coil-over rear shocks

-Newer front shocks

-Newer universal joints

-Newer stabilizer link bushings

-Rebuilt BOP 10 bolt posi-traction rear end with 3.55 gears and a recent fluid change

-New power brakes (all hardware including lines)

-New B.F. Goodrich Radial T/A’s (2 years old)

-New power steering pump, hoses and pulley (installed June 2022)

-New Oldsmobile SS1 five spoke wheels with trim rings

-Good spare on stock Oldsmobile wheel with brand new low clearance hydraulic jack

-FE2 performance suspension

I highly encourage you to come out and look at the car or have someone look at it for you prior to purchasing. I have described the car the best I can in words and photos. My name is Steve and I welcome phone calls at 314-599-9992 to answer any questions. I will not be available to answer questions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

NADA currently lists this car at $101,000 in average condition, and since I’ve owned this car, the price keeps going up. In 1970, the Chevelle SS and the GTO base motors were 396 and 400 respectively. The 1970 442 is the most expensive General Motors’ A Body Car. This 442 convertible is a high quality driver with a VERY VERY DESIRABLE COLOR COMBINATION and a NUMBERS MATCHING MOTOR. A 455 motor out of a 1975 Oldsmobile is rated at only 190 horsepower.

Only 2933 convertible 442’s were produced in 1970. I did some research and one website stated there are only 800 some convertibles still registered. Oldsmobile is known for muscle, comfort and style. They invented the muscle car back in 1949.

This car comes out of a previous long term 25 year ownership. Just 9000 miles have been put on the car since the restoration.

I cruise this car appropriately 110 miles every time I take it out.

Thank you,

Steve

Private Seller

P.S. I will require a $500 deposit through PayPal only to hold the car. The deposit is due within 24 hours of purchase and is non refundable. Full payment for the car will be by wire transfer or cashiers check. I request the entire payment within 3 to 5 days from the day of purchase. I will not send the title or release the car until all monies have cleared my bank account. Shipping of the car is the responsibility of the buyer and I will facilitate the move with your shipper.

P.P.S. Once again, I’ve tried to list everything I know about the car. If you are concerned about spending your money, come out and take a look at it or have someone else look at it for you. This car is more than fairly priced

• Make: Oldsmobile
• Model: 442
• Type: Convertible
• Year: 1970
• Mileage: 80600
• VIN: 344670E108215
• Color: Blue
• Fuel: Gasoline
• Transmission: Automatic
• Interior color: Parchment
• Vehicle Title: Clean
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