What is a Hurst 442?
It all started in 1968 when Hurst Performance of Warminster, Pennsylvania, in collaboration with Oldsmobile, a now defunct division of GM, produced a special-edition performance version of the 442 or Cutlass Supreme. It was called, of course, the Hurst/Olds. The new car used the body of a regular Oldsmobile Cutlass.
What years did they make Hurst Olds?
There were 10 years that H/Os were built out of 21, from 1968 thru 1988. During those 9 production runs, less than 16,000 total cars were built. Compare that to 30,000 442s built in a single model year, and you will see that the Hurst/Olds is a rare car indeed.
What year did the Hurst Olds come out?
1968
The very first Hurst/Olds appeared in 1968, and it was based on Oldsmobile’s most popular high performance option, the 442.
How many 1968 Hurst Olds are left?
Over 3,000 orders poured in to Olds dealers, but Hurst was able to produce just 515. This 1968 Hurst/Olds, one of only 162 believed to exist today, was sold new at renowned Ohio Oldsmobile performance dealer Chesrown Olds, and is believed to have been raced in NHRA competition by its first owner.
What does the S mean on a cutlass?
The Cutlass S was the sportier version of the base Cutlass two-door. It came in hardtop or sport coupe form, featured additional trim, and louvered hood grilles, among other small items.
Is this 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Hurst/Olds collectable?
There were only a little more than 3,000 of these special edition Cutlasses made in the first place and most of those have long since fallen by the wayside, so this 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Hurst/Olds offers bona fide collectability to go along with its vintage curb appeal. Call today! Why Consign with Streetside?
What kind of engine does an Oldsmobile 442 Hurst have?
STRONG HURST 442, DIALED-IN 455 V8, AUTO TRANS, PWR STEER/FRNT DISC BRAKES, A/C! Just a year before this 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 Hurst/Olds rolled out, its manufacturer had intended their commemorative edition marking the 15th anniversary of their collaboration with the aftermarket parts specialist to be a “one and done” proposition.
When did the Oldsmobile Cutlass come out in the US?
Main article: Oldsmobile Cutlass The Oldsmobile 4-4-2 (also known as the 442) is a muscle car produced by Oldsmobile between the 1964 and 1987 model years.
Is the Oldsmobile 442 a clone?
Real Oldsmobile 442 not a clone. Pulled original motor and put a 455 race motor (likes a couple gallons of high octane mixed in the tank to accommodate the higher compression). Engine crea…
