1948 Oldsmobile 98 Futuramic Sedanette Coupe Straight 8 Hydramatic 4 Speed Auto

1948 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Additional Info:

1948 Oldsmobile 98 Futuramic Sedanette

Description

This is a 1948 Oldsmobile Series 98 Futuramic Sedanette (fastback coupe). It is the top-of-the-line Oldsmobile model for 1948 and features the first post-war "Futuramic" styling on the GM C-body platform shared with Cadillac.

The car is a solid, running, and driving example with its original straight-8 engine and Hydra-Matic transmission. It can be enjoyed as a driver in its current condition, restored to stock, or used as the basis for a custom build. A custom rendering and build option is available through V8 Speed and Resto Shop (see link below).

Vehicle Condition

• Starts, runs, and drives well
• Original 257 ci straight-8 engine runs smoothly
• Original 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission shifts properly
• Brakes and steering perform well
• Electrical system functions correctly
• Body is solid overall with minor rust bubbles on trunk lid and lower wheel openings (not rusted through)
• Repainted in dark blue
• Glass in good condition
• Chrome and trim are decent/driver quality
• Lowered suspension
• Cadillac "Sombrero" wheel covers on steel wheels
• Wide whitewall tires
• Custom leather upholstery
• Many extra trim parts included
• No headliner currently installed

Specifications

• Engine: 257 cu in (4.2 L) inline flathead 8-cylinder, approx. 110 hp
• Transmission: 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic
• Rear axle ratio: approx. 4.10:1 (hypoid)

For a custom build option, see: https://v8speedshop.com/1948-oldsmobile-black-label-custom/

Car is sold as-is, where-is with no warranty expressed or implied. Inspection welcomed by appointment. Clear title in hand.