1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30 (Millington, TN)

1970 Oldsmobile 442 W30

If you have any questions feel free to email me at kassiekbberent(at)clubbmw.com . 1970 was the height of performance for American Muscle Cars. To keep up in the horsepower arms-race General Motors dropped the cap on engine size in 1970 and Oldsmobile responded by making the Olds 455 V8 the standard 4-4-2 engine. Output was 365 hp with 500 ft. lbs. of torque. A rocket ship was launched. In recognition of the 1970 revised body style and increased performance the Olds 4-4-2 was awarded Pace Car duties at the Indianapolis 500 race in 1970. Motor Trend praised the 4-4-2 stating that it s probably the most identifiable super car in the GM house and those seeking to experience the ultimate in performance from Oldsmobile could order a W-Machine version of the 4-4-2 dubbed the W-30 package. The 4-4-2 W-30 added a fiberglass hood (option W25) with functional air scoops and low-restriction air cleaner aluminum intake manifold special camshaft cylinder heads distributor and carburetor that increased the horsepower to 370hp. Oldsmobile s King of the Hill the 1970 442 W30 is one of the quickest production Olds ever built. Being offered for sale is a Sherwood Green 1970 Olds 442 W-30 Holiday Hardtop Coupe with the W-35 rear spoiler. This car is nothing less then exquisite. Beautifully restored very original with complete owner history from dealership delivery this 442 W30 is a show stopper. One of 1 032 4-Speed Holiday Hardtop Coupe W-30s made in 1970 this car has approximately 87 000 miles and received a complete body-on restoration from nose to tail with absolute attention paid to detail and originality. The body is laser straight with all joints and body panel seams lining up perfectly. The Sherwood Green exterior finish is flawless with correct white striping. The bumpers have been properly restored and present in excellent condition. All the original parts on this restoration have been bead blasted and repainted to factory specs. Where parts needed to be replaced only NOS or the highest quality replacement parts were used. The 455 ci 370hp F head engine with correct ram induction system and fiberglass hood was completely disassembled and rebuilt (rings bearings factory spec d cam) re-assembled and painted to factory finish. The block is a non-numbers matching piece. All other engine components are original factory numbered parts. The original red plastic inner fenders are in excellent condition. The car has a new correct battery and cables. The front end suspension was completely dissembled all parts bead blasted and repainted to factory finish. New control arm bushings ball joints correct spiral shocks tie-rod ends sway bar bushings rubber bumpers rotors and brakes. The front calipers and steering box were rebuilt. The interior was completely restored with re-upholstered front bucket seats and rear seats new head liner new carpet new center console shifter boots ( upper and lower) and re-conditioned Hurst shifter. The glove box shifter console imitation wood inlays dash vinyl carpeted door panels and seat belts are in excellent original condition as is the original interior chrome and seat chrome. The trunk surface was prepped repainted and clear coated with correct color trunk paint. The car has a new correct Goodyear raised white letter spare tire mounted on correct re-conditioned painted SS II wheel with all chrome trim. The trunk has a new correct fabric mat with an optional rubber OLDSMOBILE trunk mat laid over the fabric mat a new jack lug wrench and spare tire mounting hardware. The underbody floor pan and frame present in excellent as new condition. A clearly exceptional 1970 Olds 442 W30 this car appears on the cover of Muscle Car Magazine under the title Kings of Woodward Ave. and must be seen in person to be appreciated for its outstanding quality. If you can t personally inspect the car please hire a qualified inspector to conduct a pre-purchase inspection on your behalf so you re assured of the quality of the vehicle you re purchasing. Classic Muscle cars of this quality are few and far between and this Holiday Hardtop Coupe is for a buyer who wants the absolute best