1957 Oldsmobile 'Golden Rocket 88'

YouTube (3-1/2 min) ^ | Jan 5, 2011 | RK Motors

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Note: This video is from 2011. The car was sold years ago.

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Description from the dealer...

“Don’t be fooled by the large-by-huge chrome wheels it’s wearing today, this particular ‘57 Golden Rocket 88 is an authentic J2 car, and is extensively and thoroughly restored to original condition from top to bottom. Our documents suggest that this is one of only four Golden Rocket 88 2-door sedans in existence with the J2 engine.

The two-tone bodywork on this car is spectacularly done and looks especially striking in black and white with a red stripe in the chrome trim that separates the two halves. Bodywork is beautiful, with straight panels and excellent fit throughout, evidenced by the miles-deep reflections in the paint.

The real story on this Olds is the J2 371 cubic inch engine under the hood. Fully rebuilt during the restoration, it runs like new and the passing of years has proven that these are some extremely durable engines. Detailing is first-rate too, from the ‘Oldsmobile J2 Rocket” decals on the valve covers, to the correct 2-barrel carburetors, to the original power steering system that’s fully functional. You’ll note that this engine sports a trio of shorty air cleaners on the carbs, but the original dual oil-bath air cleaner is also included.

The engine is backed by a 3-speed Hydramatic transmission, and drives the original rear end. Brakes were rebuilt to stock specifications, as was the suspension, although the car was given a subtle, aggressive look by tweaking the spring height slightly. The car wears a set of chrome Billet Specialties wheels, but the original 15-inch steel wheels and plain hubcaps are included.

From the tri-tone seats with patented GM comfort weave cushions, to the positively breathtaking instrument cluster, this interior is new. The original radio has been upgraded to include an iPod interface. The trunk is sporting a custom carpet, but an original trunk mat is included.

This Olds is fast, comfortable, luxurious, and about 2/3 the cost of a comparable Chevy. There are no irreversible modifications, and this car could be put back to 100% stock condition in an afternoon. Act fast and call today!”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cEg02ITHw4

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[imardmd1]

I had a '57 2-door Buick Super hardtop 2-tone green that looked very much like this except for the grille & taillights. Loved it so much. That was the really greatest car I ever owned. I bought it used, still perfect never damaged, in late 1962 for $750. It was very powerful and such a sweet ride!

Last year, one like it, a 1957 Buick Super Riviera 2dr Hardtop was up for sale for $37,500.

This one was advertised for $109,000!

Just dream about that. The Super Riviera had the 364 cu. in. motor, high compression ratio for leaded gasoline, you bet.

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Yes, the 55-57 Buicks were beautiful too. My uncle had one. Don't remember which. I was only about 6 or 7.

I reduced the size of the pic so that it's easier to see...

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[lizma2]

Sounds like our car when I was a kid. It was a tank.

Had vent windows.

Miss those much.

[central_va]

'57 Ford Fairlane wins the '57 auto beauty contest IMO.

[Sirius Lee]

In this particular class of cars I think this lady looks nice.

[central_va]

55,56,57 great car years. Same as 68,69,70..

[twister881]

Yes on the vent windows. Family would make long distance summer trips to my great aunt’s & uncle’s farm — parents, four children, a dog, luggage in the trunk and on the roof rack, and a large metal Coleman cooler filled with sandwiches, snacks, bottled Coke, and ice. No A/C, so my mother would smoke unfiltered Chesterfields, with the lit end sticking out of the vent window.

A different time.

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That is a 55Chevy.

It's about to race with a '32 Ford.

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[Galatians513]

I love a car with curvy hips!

[MayflowerMadam]

All beautiful.

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