1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass Deluxe Convertible

Description

Introduced for 1961, the F-85 was General Motors’ compact offering from its Oldsmobile division, featuring innovative unitized construction and a lightweight aluminum V8. Positioned below the division’s full-size models, the F-85 combined economical dimensions with the performance and refinement expected from the marque, and its jet-age name was intended to evoke images of fighter aircraft.

The Deluxe trim package added features such as full carpeting, foam-cushioned seats, distinctive exterior moldings, a deluxe steering wheel, and additional interior appointments. Available as a convertible, the Cutlass Deluxe trip combined compact dimensions with a higher level of comfort and trim than the standard F-85.

This 1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass Deluxe Convertible is powered by a 215ci aluminum V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Finished in beige metallic over brown and saddle vinyl upholstery, the car is equipped with a brown convertible top, power-assisted steering and brakes, a center console, dash-mounted Bosch auxiliary gauges, an Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor, and 15" slot mag wheels.

This 1963 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass Deluxe Convertible is now offered with a clean Texas title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Cutlass Deluxe Convertible body style

• 215ci aluminum V8

• 3-speed automatic transmission

• Finished in beige metallic

• Brown and saddle vinyl upholstery

• Brown convertible top

Factory Equipment

• Deluxe trim features:

  • Full floor carpeting

  • Front and rear foam seat cushions

  • Distinctive front bucket seats

  • Special side body chrome moldings

  • Bright rocker panel moldings

  • Cutlass and F-85 badging

  • Deluxe steering wheel design

  • High-output Delcotron generator

  • Power-operated convertible soft-top

• The chassis number (631M51605) decodes as:

  • 63 – 1963 model year

  • 1 – Deluxe F-85 series

  • M – Lansing, Michigan, assembly plant

  • 51605 – Sequential production number

• 215ci V8 engine

• 3-speed automatic transmission

• Vinyl upholstery

• Power-assisted steering

• Power-assisted brakes

• Center console

Modifications

• Edelbrock intake manifold

• Edelbrock carburetor

• Dash-mounted Bosch auxiliary gauges

• All-weather floor mats

• Aftermarket kick panel speakers

• 15" slot mag wheels

• Antenna delete

Servicing

According to the seller, the following service work has been performed:

• Windshield wiper switch replaced

• Horn wiring harness repaired

• Rear brake wheel cylinders replaced

• Brake fluid flushed

• Brakes adjusted

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and use

• Paint bubbles present on the hood

• Right rear window does not roll down fully

• Center console assembly incomplete

• Radio is inoperative

Ownership History

From the seller: “I recently acquired the vehicle. It presents as a clean example with no major rust and has been maintained in solid overall condition.”

This Cutlass is offered with a clean Texas title.

Included Items

• Spare tire