The 400-cubic-inch V-8 engine is original to the car, with the engineâs block stamping indicating that the Oldsmobile powerplant was indeed built for a 1967 model year 442.
He also says it has never been rebuilt, although the oil pan gasket and timing chain were replaced about three years ago and the original Quadrajet carburetor was alsorecently rebuilt. The oil pan gasket replacement cured the engine of leaks. the engine starts easily when cold, with only a few pumps of the gas pedal, and with no smoke. A Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatic transmission is paired with the engine. good working order, shifts smoothly and doesnât appear to have any leaks or weeping.
A black vinyl interior complements the Saffron exterior and is in largely original condition.Used 1967 Oldsmobile 442 93,400 miles, Tan
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Every 1931 Model A was powered by Fordâs 201-cu. in. flathead inline-four, which had a compression ratio of 4.22:1, received its fuel through either a Zenith or Holley double-venturi carburetor, and produced 40 horsepower.
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