1962 Oldsmobile STARFIRE

Coupe -

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

626L04819

Clear

Gasoline

Much thanks to those who have bid and watched this car’s auction. I have lowered the reserve again. I want to sell the car but I will not give it away. A review of N.A.D.A’s rating on the 62 Starfire Hardtop is supportive of the value of these beauties. The low retail value today is $16,700.00 “Low Retail Value This vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, needing only minor reconditioning. The exterior paint, trim, and interior would show normal wear, needing only minor reconditioning. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur restoration. Most usable "as-is".” In my personal opinion, this car is in better condition than the above N.A.D.A. definition. It has power steering, power brakes, power windows, power trunk release and a power driver’s seat. The speedometer reads 68828. The speedometer does not work. I purchased this Starfire in May of 2010 from a family member. It was garage kept and driven infrequently. Repairs were made during that time: Transmission Mufflers Paint Master cylinder and brake lines Radial Tires Carburetor replacement with proper Rochester model Battery Front end rebuild Regular maintenance and repairs I have replaced / repaired: Pertronix electronic ignition conversion and coil New spark plugs & Wires New timing chain and gears Harmonic Balancer Remanufactured by Dale Manufacturing New Water pump New fuel pump (Original pump goes with car) New front Motor Mount New trunk felt carpeting Perfect new dash pad Replaced all vacuum lines, repaired all wiring gremlins, and replaced all dash bulbs. The heater and ventilation systems work as new. All interior courtesy lights work as well as the trunk release option in the glove box. The Radio and clock do not work. The interior is in very good condition. Carpets still retain their classic metal ribbed floor mats. Headliner and door panels are in very good condition as well. All windows are clear and without cracks and function as designed. As you can see by the pictures the car shows very well. In its present state it is a very good quality driver. The paint buffs out nicely but has its imperfections. There is body filler in the usual wheel areas and lower edge of the passenger door. I tried to show in the pictures its flaws. The car does not leak or smoke and shifts out nicely. The under carriage is undercoated. It tracks straight down the road, brakes well, and is very responsive to the gas pedal. It instantly draws attention at all events because of its beauty and rarity. I’ve tried to honestly depict this car to you in the same way I would want to know about a car that I might want to buy. Any omission/s by me are merely an oversight and do not imply any intent of nondisclosure. Go to following link to see video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PAoMaTzDNk THIS IS A 49 YEAR OLD CAR AND SHOULD NOT BE CONFUSED WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN A VERY GOOD CLASSIC USED VEHICLE. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. I ENCOURAGE ANYONE INTERESTED TO COME AND INSPECT THE CAR. A $1000 DEPOSIT IS DUE WITHIN 48 HOURS AND FULL PAYMENT WITHIN 7 DAYS BY CASHIERS CHECK OR CASH ONLY. NO PERSONAL CHECKS. SHIPPING IS BUYERS RESPONSIBILITY. CAR WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNTIL FUNDS ARE VERIFIED. I RESERVE THE RIGHT TO END THIS AUCTION AT ANY TIME.