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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 W87.1 Indy 2017
1949 - 1960 Oldsmobile Rocket 88. By Matt McDonald Published May 10, 2011. Today most people consider the Ford->ke31 Mustang to be the original muscle car. After all, it did start a revolution of.
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1949 Oldsmobile 88 Convertible Rocket V8 for sale Oldsmobile Eighty
#funfacts #1950oldsrocket #1949oldsmobilerocket881949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 - Classic Muscle Cars - 1st Generation 1949 thru 1953Hello and Welcome to our Fun.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 W87.1 Indy 2017
The first generation Oldsmobile 88 was a hugely important car. When it came out in 1949, it introduced one of the first postwar overhead valve V-8 designs, the famous "Rocket" V-8. That large and powerful V-8, combined with relatively light body, was a formula that later blossomed into the muscle car.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Twodoor Fastback WA
1949 Oldsmobile 88 Classic Cars for Sale Find 1949 Oldsmobile 88 Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. Filters Sort Filters. Filter Results. See Results. Save Search. Location. 63,000 mi 303ci 5.0L Rocket V8 $ 39,995 or $591/mo. Classic Car Deals (844) 676-0714.
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Classic Car Profile 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Gold Eagle Co
Classic Car Profile - 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88. While cars like the GTO and Mustang may come to mind as the beginning of the muscle car era, the segment's roots can be traced back to 1949 when Oldsmobile created a formula that would be copied repeatedly.This formula was to put a big engine in a small car, and offer this car to the public at an affordable price.
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CC-1760837. 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88. 1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Street Rod. Corvette ZZ4 350 with 700r auto trans. Power steering, power d. $40,995. Dealership.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Image.
The 1949 Oldsmobile 88 is a true icon in Oldsmobile history, marking the first year of the long-running 88 model name and their first post-war design. This particular model is finished in a stunning Navy Blue Metallic with ghost flames on the hood. Under the hood lies a powerful 383 c.i. V8 engine, paired with a smooth 4-speed 700R4 automatic.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Convertible Excellent Example for sale
The Oldsmobile Rocket 88 has a current value close to $96,250 at some auctions. It has gained popularity among young muscle car lovers. Vintage lovers are ready to spend any amount of money to get hold of a Rocket 88 of 1949. It has been noted to go up to $100,000 at some auctions. The classic car saw a rise in value once car enthusiasts and.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Image. Photo 8 of 10
The brand was synonymous with innovations throughout its 106-year history. Among the most innovative model years was 1949 and this unrestored Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Futuramic Fastback listed here on Craigslist in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn, New York provides a glimpse of why. With its fastback styling, 303 cubic inch overhead valve V8.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Convertible American cars for sale
The Oldsmobile 88 (marketed from 1989 on as the Eighty Eight) is a full-size car that was sold and produced by Oldsmobile from 1949 until 1999. From 1950 until 1974, the 88 was the division's most profitable line, particularly the entry level models such as the 88 and Dynamic 88. The 88 series was also an image leader for Oldsmobile, particularly in the early years (1949-51), when it was one.
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No Reserve Customized 1949 Oldsmobile 88 for sale on BaT Auctions
The Rocket 88 proved to be just that and five of the first eight NASCAR Grand National races held in the initial 1949 season went to Olds 88s with the big engine. Series champion Red Byron was an Oldsmobile driver. An Oldsmobile 88 convertible served as the Official Pace Car at the Indianapolis 500 that year and got the attention of even more.
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1949 Oldsmobile 88 Custom for sale on BaT Auctions closed on November
1950 OLDSMOBILE 88 2 DOOR HARDTOP, 303 V8 WITH 3 CARB INTAKE, OVERDRIVE AUTOMATIC TRANS, 12 VOLTS, T. $62,500. . 1-13. There are 13 new and used 1949 to 1951 Oldsmobile 88s listed for sale near you on ClassicCars.com with prices starting as low as $1,250. Find your dream car today.
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1949 Oldsmobile 88
1949 Oldsmobile 88 Price Auction 1949 Oldsmobile 88 Price. Rocket 88. Series 90. Starfire. Super 88. Toronado. Vista Cruiser. Show {{ showMoreModels ? 'Less' : 'More' }} All Makes Abarth. AC. Acoma. Acura. Adler. Advantage. Ahrens-Fox.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 at the Concours d'Elegance of the Eastern
Because Oldsmobile might have taken a head start in 1949 when it introduced the 88. Photo: GM. Developed to fill the gap between the 76 and the 98, the 88 featured GM's then-new B-body platform.
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1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Muscle Car The Muscle Car
1949 Oldsmobile 88 Convertible. This fine Oldsmobile 88 convertible is an unbelievable all-original survivor, with only 33,525 actual miles from new! It has the original light green paint, dark green leather interior and faded black soft top. The first-year Rocket V8 motor is present and unrestored and is still connected to the original Hydra.