One-Family-Owned 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

In 1971, the Oldsmobile Cutlass remained a popular muscle car. Riding on GM’s A-body platform and featuring a 112” wheelbase, the Cutlass was available in several configurations — with the Cutlass S positioned as the sporty yet affordable model. Not to be confused with the uplevel Supreme, the S was a coupe that was aimed at the youth market, and its sculpted 203” body had a flowing profile, a split grille, its own unique hood louvers, and a lot of chrome.

Most Cutlass S buyers chose the 350ci V8, with the base L65 delivering 240 horsepower with a two-barrel carburetor. Transmission options included 3- and 4-speed manuals, or a 3-speed automatic as seen here. An independent front suspension with coil springs worked in tandem with a solid rear axle, providing a comfortable ride and solid durability.

Purchased new by the seller's grandmother, this 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S is said to be a survivor, having been stored for nearly 30 years. It reportedly retains factory Nordic Blue paint over a color-coordinated interior and is powered by a 350ci V8 backed by an automatic transmission.

This one-family-owned Cutlass S is now offered at no reserve with its original build sheet and Protect-O-Plate, owner's manual and a clean Oregon title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Single-family-owned ’71 Cutlass S in Nordic Blue

• (L65) 350ci Rocket V8 factory-rated at 240 hp and 350 lb-ft. of torque

• (M38) 3-speed TH-350 automatic transmission

• Finished in (24) Nordic Blue with (943) blue interior

• (C08) Blue vinyl top

• (N67) Super Stock III 14” wheels now wearing 215/75 Hankook tires

Factory Equipment

• Independent front, 4-link rear suspension

• Four-wheel drum brakes

• (B84) Body side molding

• (N47) Power steering

• (N30) Deluxe steering wheel

• (U63) Deluxe AM radio

• (A52) Bench seat

• 120-mph speedometer and fuel level gauge

• The chassis number (336871Z130392) decodes as:

  • 3 – Oldsmobile

  • 36 – Cutlass V8

  • 87 – Two-door coupe

  • 1 – 1971

  • Z – Fremont, California assembly plant

  • 130392 – Sequential production number

• The trim tag decodes as:

  • 71-33687 – 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Hardtop Coupe

  • Z 07970 – Fremont, California body production sequence

  • 943 – Blue bench seat

  • 24 – Nordic Blue paint

  • 07A – First week of July 1971 build date

Servicing & Documentation

• September 2025: Oil change

• July 2025: Replaced fuel pump

• 2024: Replaced thermostat and battery

• Original build sheet and Protect-O-Plate included (see photo gallery)

Known Imperfections

• Paint wear commensurate with age

• Rust on some engine bay and undercarriage components

• Dents in several body panels

• Ripped upholstery on the front bench seat

• Operability of the radio and heater is unknown

Ownership History

This 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S has been owned within the same family since new. See the Additional Information section below for more information from the seller.

Included Items

• Owner’s manual

• Original build sheet and Protect-O-Plate

• Jack

• Spare wheel

Additional Information

The seller states, “Our '71 Cutlass (Grandma's car "Old Blue") has been idle and in storage since 1996. The car has been driven a few times a year just down the road and back since 1996. When sitting for a month or longer it needs a manual pump a few times to get started. She rides comfortably and has really nice power, in September I drove her on country roads at 65mph nice and smooth.  Old Blue is a little stale smelling on the inside, probably just from sitting idle so much. When grandma left me her car upon passing, I had hoped to make it a project with my dad.  Unfortunately my work took me east for too long and life got in the way.  I hope someone else can give her some love and bring back her glory.”