As most muscle car enthusiasts know, government emission controls and insurance premiums were continuing to skyrocket throughout the 1960's. So by the early 1970's, the end was growing near for anyone looking for true American horsepower under the hood! This makes the 1971 model year uniquely desirable for many serious collectors who hunt for real performance before it was lost forever!

We are excited to offer this 1971 Oldsmobile 442 convertible finished in code correct 75- Matador Red over 977- White bucket seat interior and matching A- White convertible top. This beautiful car comes loaded with nearly every option one would want to order! This includes a Rocket 455ci V8-4 bbl/ 340 horsepower engine with factory W25 Outside Air Induction hood, W26 sport console with Hurst dual gate shifted Turbo-Hydromatic 400 automatic transmission, and 10-bolt rear end! Additional options include Four-seasons air conditioning, power steering, power disc brakes, 14” Super Stock I wheels with Cooper Cobra Radial G/T white letter tires, rear spoiler, power windows & top, Rally Pac complete dash instrumentation, tilt steering column, sport steering wheel, remote driver side mirror, AM/FM/8-track Stereo radio with front and rear speakers (in-op), power trunk release, deluxe GM front and rear seat belts, and Soft-Ray tinted windows!

Only 1,304 Oldsmobile 442 convertibles were produced in 1971 making them incredibly rare and highly collectible! The engine is a period correct, non-matching 455ci block (396021F), correct “G” heads (409100), and factory exhaust manifolds “W” & “Z”. It retains a cast iron Oldsmobile intake now fitted with Holley 750cfm performance carburetor. It was built new the 2nd week of March after completion out of the Lansing, MI plant with its early life unknown, but later landed in the hands of a mechanic and collector in the Cincinnati, Ohio area where it was restored and enjoyed for many years. After he passed away in 2012, the family would sell it to his longtime friend who would retain ownership until just earlier this year.

Upon arrival to the St Louis Car Museum, this exceptionally solid 442 Convertible would receive a full mechanical inspection and servicing having been driven just 2,700 miles over the past 9 years. This included a comprehensive repair of the air conditioning system to include a new condenser, receiver dryer, fresh hose and fittings, new o-rings, and conversion to R134a refrigerant. The engine received new engine oil & filter, all new coolant, a new windshield washer bottle, and thorough detailing. All lighting and safety items were checked, new stainless steel wiper blades installed, chassis lubed, and the tires rebalanced for what remains to be an incredibly nice road car!

With powered convenience features, air conditioning, and comfort from over-stuffed bucket seats, these 442's were considered for good reason as “the gentleman's muscle car.” It will undoubtedly continue to increase in value in the years to come! Please feel free to call with any additional questions! Thanks for looking!