1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4-4-2 Convertible

Description

In the 1960s, Oldsmobile muscle cars made 4-4-2 well known as a four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual transmission, and two exhaust pipes. This performance package started on midsized, V8-powered 1964 F-85s. And when Oldsmobile’s A-bodies received a curvy redesign in 1968, the 4-4-2 became its own model. In 1970, the 4-4-2’s engine grew to 455 cubic inches, and in 1971, the body was enhanced with a larger grille opening and round marker lights.

When 1972 dawned, the planned colonnade body style was delayed a year; instead, minor refinements were added, including painted headlight bezels and black (instead of red) W-30 fender wells. Olds had again made the 4-4-2 a Cutlass option package, known as W-29, available on four Cutlass body styles. And while a 350 cu-in mill was available in 4-4-2s this year, the 455 could also be had in regular and W-30 trims. And so, with its sensuous bodywork intact, enthusiasts bought nearly 10,000 W-29-equipped cars in 1972.

This clean 4-4-2 Convertible W-29 packs the desirable 455 V8, making it one of only 928 455-powered droptops built in 1972.

Highlights 

• Rare 1972 4-4-2 Convertible with 455 power 

• L75-code 455 4-barrel with 250 hp and 370 lb-ft of torque 

• M40-code Turbo Hydra Matic 400 three-speed automatic transmission 

• Finished in 26-code Viking Blue with White interior 

• Factory air conditioning 

• Recent maintenance performed includes: 

  • Replacement U.S. Radiator 

  • Replacement tires plus spare 

  • Engine temperature gauge sender 

  • Battery, fluids and filters, plugs and tune-up parts, and wiper blades 

  • Starter 

  • Top, window, and trunk weatherstripping 

  • Engine insulation 

• The chassis number (3J67U2M133199) decodes as: 

  • 3 – Oldsmobile 

  • J – Cutlass Supreme  

  • 67 – Convertible 

  • U – 455 cu-in 4 BBL 

  • 2 – 1972 

  • M – Lansing, MI assembly plant 

  • 133199 – Sequential assembly number 

Features 

• Electric windows and newer replacement convertible top

• Factory 14-inch wheels with BFGoodrich 225/70R14 tires 

• Sport steering wheel 

• Aftermarket stereo and speaker kick panels 

• Anti-theft device 

Known Imperfections 

• Windshield washer motor isn’t working 

• Driver-side door paint spot repair wasn’t perfectly done 

Included 

• Keys 

• Notebook with maintenance records and original purchase documents 

• Original radio 

• Tonneau cover 

Ownership History 

Consignor states that he purchased this car in 2022 as the third owner. He states that it runs well, has no rust, A/C and convertible top work well, and he believes that the paint is original. The interior is original and there are no fabric tears. 

Additional Notes

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