1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

98 coupe Coupe

455 4 barrel

Automatic

3T37T3E220578

Clear

Contact Seller See our other listings Print this listing Excellent / 45k mi / 455-4bl V-8 / 1 owner until 2010 / garage kept / 100 pics Photos Contact Information PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL Altoona Blair County, PA 16602 Call Us Today (814) 934-4094 Ask Us A Question Specifications Year: 1973 Make: Oldsmobile Model: Ninety-Eight VIN: 3T37T3E220578 Mileage: 45419 Transmission: Automatic Engine: 8 Cylinder, 455 L Title: Clear 1973 Oldsmobile 98 Coupe / Well documented / 45k original miles / 100 pics Due to space restrictions I have decided to sell this beautiful Olds. The car was purchased new right here in Altoona, PA at Condrin Olds-Cadillac in July 1973. It has a little over 45,400 ORIGINAL miles, which is documented on the title. This beauty has been pampered since new. It belonged to my mother’s 5th Grade teacher who recently passed away at 99 years old. She was never married and was a local icon as a teacher. I believe this was the last new car she owned. According to her neighbor she always had it serviced at the Condrin Oldsmobile dealership. I have the original sales invoice and a copy of the original title. Included are all the original owner’s manuals and the plastic holder they came in. This is a very comfortable car and drives very nice. It has the famous big block Olds 455 - 4 barrel and lots of power. The car runs and drives very nice and gets plenty of looks. The car tracks straight and brakes don’t pull…and rides nice and smooth. The steering is tight and all suspension is in good order. Get in and drive anywhere! Car also comes with both shop manuals. Exterior: The exterior is in VERY GOOD condition…the color is a very pretty light yellow with a green vinyl top. The condition reflects the fact it was garage kept since day one. The chrome and the bright work still shine brilliantly, including the paint. The vinyl top is almost perfect without rips, fading, or frays. The car had some paint work done in a number of places, likely due to scrapes, because there is no evidence of any major accidents. There is no evidence of any rust repair anywhere except for the fender skirts. The body is laser straight, with only a very small amount of filler in a small section of the front fender and very small section behind the door, just above the rocker panel. I believe these were old repairs to fix minor dents. To be fair and honest there is some mismatching of the shade in certain areas. The paint work itself is nice…but the dealership should have done a better job of matching the colors. This same dealership performed work on my parents’ yellow 72 Olds Cutlass back in the mid-70’s (which we still have!) and also has a similar mismatch. Regardless, the finish is shiny and has a nice luster and is more than adequate as-is unless you are looking for a 100-point, concours Barrett-Jackson quality. Bear in mind, some of the camera shots have some color variation between pictures due to the camera itself. The original vinyl top is like brand new and has almost no bubbling underneath the vinyl (there are a couple very small spots which you have to really look close to find). The undercarriage is very solid and only has “surface scale”. Frame and floor pans are extremely solid. Chrome still shines very nice and very presentable. The only imperfections in the chrome I could see wearing thin is mainly underneath the rear bumper, which angles downward and is not very noticeable. There are a few marks here and there on the paint and chrome, but nothing major that sticks out. There are some scratches which have been touched up on the bottom of the passenger door, likely due to a bicycle pedal. It is a very nice car for its age. There is no rust to speak of on the body, other than a very small surface spot behind the driver’s front wheel opening. It is difficult to see because of the downward angle of the fender (see pictures). There is also a small bubble on the same fender directly above the wheel opening, but has not broken through the surface (again, see picture). Underneath the doors and trunk lid are solid and in great shape. If I were to keep the car, I’d replace both plastic fillers in the rear, which are available from Replica Plastics for $59.00/piece. I have many more pictures of the car (including the frame/underbody) which I can email upon request. Overall, the exterior is in very good condition. Even all 4 headlights are 100% factory original! Interior: The interior is stunning…..almost perfect. It is 100% original and very clean. It is like stepping back into 1973 again. It even smells brand new. The only noticeable imperfection is a stain from the heater core that leaked coolant onto the passenger side carpet (of course the heater core has since been replaced). The seats feel, look, and smell brand new….they are very comfortable and clean. The door panels and armrests are still in great shape too. The dash pad is in great shape without any cracks. The trunk is also clean and very original. It includes the original jack too. Headliner is also like perfect. Mechanical: The following was done recently: -New oil change, filter & lube -Tune up, including new spark plugs (the old ones appear to be the original ones!) -New brake pads in the front -New belts -New heater core -Fresh coolant and new thermostat As stated previously, the car runs beautifully and has lots of power. The engine and Turbo-Hydramatic 400 transmission are smooth as silk with no odd noises. Engine does NOT use any oil, to my knowledge. The transmission fluid is likely original, but still pink! There are no major leaks to speak of underneath the car. I am selling this because I just bought another classic very similar to my first car in high school, and I just don’t have the room. This will make a great vehicle for the next car enthusiast. The car tracks straight, steering is tight, and brakes are silk smooth. Please note, however, the A/C is not working. The automatic climate control system works great, though! Overall: If you are looking for a great example of a beautiful, solid, reliable, very clean classic Olds 98 in great shape, this one’s for you. It runs and drives nicely and will make a very nice classic for you. Drive it and take it to the show! I get compliments everywhere it goes. I have sold several cars on eBay and in all situations had positive feedback. I attempt to describe each vehicle as accurately and honestly as possible and I do not think you will be disappointed. As with anything, if you desire to bid on the vehicle, I would encourage you to see it physically and drive it for yourself before you bid. I have plenty more pictures which I can email if you want. Feel free to call me evenings/weekends at 814-934-4094. If you get the winning bid and are not completely satisfied upon your physical inspection, you can walk away from the vehicle, less $100 of your deposit (to pay for the cost of having to relist on eBay), without fear of negative feedback. Warranty Information This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Terms and Conditions Buyer must contact seller within 24 hours of close of auction. A deposit of $250 is due within 3 days of close of auction, and remaining balance must be received within 10 days. If buyer, upon their physical inspection is not satisfied, we will retain $125 for the cost to list on eBay and refund the remaining deposit, without further obligation. Upon payment in full, vehicle must be picked up at seller’s location in Altoona, PA. Only cash or certified check (USD) will be accepted. Certified check must clear our bank prior to release of vehicle. If paying with cash, then transaction must be completed during banking hours. Vehicle will be sold AS-IS with NO WARRANTIES, expressed or implied. Fee and Tax Information: Buyer responsible for all shipping, transfer/tag fees and taxes. About Us First of all, let me say I am NOT a registered dealer. I am a private individual who enjoys collecting, buying, and selling old cars as a hobby. I may sell a few of my own cars in a year's time, and I also list vehicles for other individuals needing help selling on eBay. I have excellent feedback with the numerous cars I have sold and am committed to honesty and integrity. No monkey business.