1964 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The quintessentially Jet-Age nameplate “Starfire” first appeared on Oldsmobile’s flashy four-seater fiberglass concept car at the 1953 GM Motorama exhibition, later designating top-of-the-line versions of its full-size Ninety-Eight convertible. However, it underwent a temporary hiatus before reemerging as an independent model series in 1961, based on the Super 88's 123 inch wheelbase and incorporating design elements from its larger counterpart, the Ninety-Eight. Initially only available as a two-door convertible, the Starfire positioned itself as a contender against the sporting Ford Thunderbird, boasting an “Ultra High Compression” version of the 394 cu-in Olds Rocket V8 – a period ad claiming it “breathes pure fire!”  A Starfire Coupe joined the lineup for 1962, also bringing with it a compression bump to 10.5:1 (up from 10.25:1) and an extra 15 horses for 345 total horsepower. Today, Starfires are somewhat uncommon alternatives to the Thunderbird – collectible in their own right for their muscular V8s and attractive styling. 

Highlights 

• Retains its original 394 cu-in V8 rated at 345 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque, as per the consignor 

• Three-speed automatic transmission  

• Finished in red with a black leather interior 

• Recent service reported by the consignor includes: 

  • A carburetor rebuild 

  • New rear springs and shocks 

  • New tires with less than 100 miles travelled since installation 

  • New battery 

  • Full brake service 

  • Recore of the original radiator 

• Body, frame, and undercarriage are said to be solid as per the consignor 

• All gauges, radio, and original vacuum wipers are operational as per the consignor 

• This 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 2,500 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Quadruple headlights 

• Driver’s-side exterior rearview mirror 

• 14-inch steel wheels with chrome covers 

• Dual exhaust outlets 

• Power steering 

• Power brakes 

• Front bucket seats 

• Console-mounted tachometer 

• Aftermarket temperature gauge 

• AM/FM push-button radio 

• Heater 

• Analog clock 

• Locking glove compartment 

• Black carpets 

Known Imperfections 

• Exterior paint is older and showing signs of wear 

• Paint chipping on the C-pillars 

Included 

• Spare wheel and tire 

Ownership History 

The consignor reports acquiring this 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire Coupe in 2023. 

Additional Notes

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.