Faults:
I got it from a tow yard for $250 because the engine had a rod knocking. I didn't know what I had, at first. Until I looked it up online. I was like YEAH! Score!!!
Anyway, in '80 they built 886 W-30 442's, 346 of which are like mine, White and Gold. Pretty rare car. Pictures can be seen at myspace.com/HotRods442
I've modified a few things, like, I installed '94 Bonneville SSEI seats front and rear; way more comfortable than the stock seats.
For the time being, until I can afford to rebuild an early Olds 350, I'm running a strong 4 bolt Chevy 350 I got for free. I have some of the parts to change over to a 5 speed manual tranny, still need a bell housing and T-5.
General Comments:
I love it, handles pretty good for a 3200 lb brick... Actually, this is the longest I've ever taken to do a car, usually have them mint in a couple years. Because of funding issues, this one's still not halfway done. 11 years, mind you...
I finished one of my '72 Opel GT's in less than 6 months, complete rebuild, paint, everything...
1st Mar 2025, 19:48
As far as rust, keep an eye on the bottom of the doors, the bottom of the trunk lid and around the bottom of the rear quarter windows. Nice car. 350 Olds is a great motor. I personally like the 1980 model, first year of the quad rectangular headlamps for this body style.