The Oldsmobile 98 (sometimes spelled Nineties Eight after 1958) is a full-size flagship model from Oldsmobile produced from 1940 to 1996. Its name - reflects the "Series 90" equipped with an 8-cylinder engine - first appeared in 1941 and reused after American consumer car production returned post-World War II. That, as it will remain, is a top-of-the-line division model, with lower Oldsmobiles having lower numbers such as A-body 66 and 68, and B-body 76 and 78. Series 60 has retired in 1949, year the same Oldsmobile 78 was replaced by 88. The Oldsmobile 76 was retired after 1950. It left two names remaining to continue into the 1990s as bread and butter from the full-size Oldsmobile lineup until Oldsmobile County replaced 98 in 1997.
Sometimes additional nomenclature is used by name, such as L/S and Holidays, and the District 98 badge will become increasingly common in later years of the model. The 98 shares the C-body platform of General Motors with Buick and Cadillac.
Because it is a top-line Oldsmobile, this series has the most advanced tech goods available, such as the Hydramatic automatic transmission, Autronic Eye, automatic dimmer lights, and Twilight Sentinel (a feature that automatically turns the headlights on and off via a timer, as controlled by driver), and the highest-grade interior and exterior trim.
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First generation (1941)
The naming standards were changing at Oldsmobile during the late 1930s and 1940s. From 1932 to 1938 Oldsmobile had two series: "F" and "L". The F Series comes with a straight-6 engine and the L Series comes with a larger body and a straight-8 engine. The F Series was renamed Series 60 in 1939 and the L Series was replaced with Series 70 and 80, with Series 70 and 80 being supported by straight-6 and straight-8 respectively. Series 60 uses GM A-body and Series 70 and 80 using B-body. In 1940, a larger C-body was introduced to Oldsmobile and itself powered by straight-8. To distinguish it from Series 80 years earlier, it was named Series 90 (no Series 80 that year). The series is also named for the first time that year with Series 60, 70 and 90 respectively called Special, Dynamic, and Custom Cruiser . In 1941 both engines were offered in each series so as to distinguish between the two second digits used to indicate the number of cylinders, so Custom Cruiser 90 was replaced with Custom Cruiser 96 and 98 . In 1942 Oldsmobile dropped the six-cylinder model of the 90 Series leaving only the 98th Custom Cruiser.
The new C-body used 1940 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 90 with Cadillac Series 62, Buick Roadmaster and Super, and Pontiac Torpedo featuring the latest "torpedo" styling. The shoulder and hip space is greater than 5 in (127 mm) wider, the board is removed, and the exterior is smoothed and 2-3 deep (51-76 mm) lower. When combined with sliding levers mounted on the column, the car offers the comfort of the real six passengers. These changes are obviously influenced by Cadillac Sixty Special. 90 rode on wheelbase of 124.0 at (3,150 mm). A total of 43,658 90 are sold in four body styles. The most rare is a 4 door convertible with only 50 sold.
In 1941, the wheelbase increased to 125.0 in (3,175 mm). Luxury equipment packages are now offered. The top-of-the line Oldsmobile is available in three body styles at 96 and in four body styles on 98. Most rarely this is an exclusive 4-door convertible for 98. Only 119 are sold in 1941 and this will be the only time body style was once offered on 98. Three other body styles are convertible coupe, coupe club and 4 door sedan. It is also the only year in Oldsmobile's history that 96, 90 series cars with six-cylinder engine, is available. Hydramatic automatic transmission is a popular choice. A total of 24,726 98 and 6,677 96 were sold in 1941.
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Second Second generation (1942-1947)
In 1942, Custom Cruiser 98 again became an Oldsmobile entrant in the luxury market. Lost is a one year offer from 96. All cars in this series are powered by eight straight engines. Also going in this short model year is a very rare 4 door convertible. An exclusive 127.0d wheelbase (3,226 mm) is used in this series. A total of 6,659 98 were made before production closed due to war.
Once again in 1946, Custom Cruiser 98 was the top of the line Oldsmobile. Three body styles are offered (4 door sedan, 2-door Club coupe and 2-door convertible) and all eight powered cylinders. Technical features include electrostatic pistons, full pressure lubrication and automatic choke with fast idle mode. Standard equipment includes front and rear bumper guard, vacuum booster pump, double sun shield, cigarette lighter and plastic radiator ornament, bumper cover, instrument cluster Deluxe clock, rear armrest, and foam rubber sheet pads. The tire size is 7.00 (178) by 15 inches (381 millimeters). Available seats are leather, wide cloth, or Bedford cable. 14,364 years of 98 were sold in the first postwar years of production.
In 1947 the top of the Custom Cruiser 98 line again had three body styles. This was the last year for 98 before the war of 1942. All 98 had eight straight engines. Standard equipment 98 includes safety glass, spare wheel and tire, double horn, vacuum booster pump, cigarette lighter, and solenoid starter system. Upholstery is a wide cloth or leather. The standard tire size is 7.00 (178) by 15 inches (381 millimeters). The hours of electricity were standard in 1947. A record of 37,140 98 was sold in 1947.
Third generation (1948-1953)
For the first time since 1940 Oldsmobile offers a completely different style for a single model year. The top of the 1948 Oldsmobile 98 line draws a lot from the Futuramic styling concept to be used on all 1949 Oldsmobiles. Standard equipment in the 98s included a starter solenoid, fender skirt, E-Z-l rearview mirror, and foam rubber seat cushion. The 98 Series also includes front and rear bumper guards, vacuum booster pumps, plastic radiator ornaments, double horns, dual sun shields, and cigarette lighters. Deluxe equipment adds front and rear mats, steering Deluxe, wheel trim rings, rear seat armrests, and hydraulic windows, seats and top controls on all convertibles. Upholstery is a wide cloth or leather. The standard tire size is 6.50 x 16. With the introduction of the new Post Cruiser style Custom Cruiser 98 was renamed Futuramic 98 . The Custom Cruiser name will be revived to show the full-size Oldsmobile station wagon in 1971. This new style is apparently popular with the 65,235 98 record sold, surpassing the number 90 that was sold in 1940 for the first time.
The next year's new styling joins the new engine, the now famous Rocket V8. In February 1949, several months into the model year, General Motors introduced three very stylish "hardtop convertibles" coupes, Oldsmobile 98 Holiday , Cadillac Series 62 Coupe de Ville, and Buick Roadmaster Riviera, first hardtop coupe ever produced. The holiday was exclusive to the 98-year-old series. Available in four special Holiday colors, as well as four two-tone combinations, they are the same price as convertibles, and are also equipped, with hydraulically operated windows and chairs. Only 3,006 holiday days were sold in its first year compared to 20,049 Club coupons. Total sales reached 93,478 in 1949, with another record.
1950 Oldsmobile 98 repeated its precedent in 1948 to preview the next few years of style cues for 88. The 98 was restyled after just two years. It was the first Oldsmobile that actually latted and the first sedan with the rear window cover. The 4-door Fastback 98 appeared for one year only in 1950 and was called City Sedan , selling only 1,778 units. Standard equipment includes bumper guards, double horns, parking lights, dome lights, rubber mats, aluminum sill plates, foam rubber seat bearings, chrome interior trim, luggage lined rooms and balanced luggage lids. The Deluxe 98 appliances include rear seat armrests, Deluxe power clocks, Deluxe steering wheel and horn buttons, special door trim and wheel trim rings from stainless steel. Choice of upholstery stretched nylon fabric, striped width or leather. The standard tire size is 7.6 (193) by 15 inches (381 millimeters). In 1950, Oldsmobile stopped naming the 98 series and from then until 1996, with the exception of 1957 when it was called Starfire 98, and in 1961 when it was called Classic 98, it was just known as Oldsmobile 98. Sales of 98 Holiday almost tripled to 8263, close to 11,989 sold out of the Club coupe. Given the popularity of the fast 2-door Fasttop, 1950 is the last year for a pillared Club coupe. Total sales reached another record of 106,220.
98 went beyond the Oldsmobile line again for 1951 with Three body styles available. The 4 door sedan and convertible only come with Deluxe equipment, while the Holiday hardtop is available with Deluxe or Standard trim. 98 standard equipment includes bumper guard, cigarette lighter, dome light, rubber mat, stainless steel mold, lined stem, illuminated ashtray, foam rubber seat cushion and extra chrome mold. Deluxe gear is a special back door ornament, armrest in back center, Deluxe electric clock, Deluxe steering wheel with horn ring and special chrome trim. Choice of upholstery is nylon rope, nylon fabric and leather. The pillared Club Coupe is no longer offered. With the only option in 2 closed doors 98 now being hardtop, Holiday sales nearly doubled to 17,929 units.
In 1952, 98 remained the culmination of the Oldsmobile line. The series shares a higher 160 HP Rocket V8 with Super 88s. Standard equipment in three body styles including bumper protector, front and back gray rubber pads, electric clock, double horn, aluminum door frame, chrome gravel guard, foam rubber seat cushion, sein lamp, front and rear carpet, rust trim rings, windshield washer, and Deluxe steering wheel with horn rings. The selection of upholstery is a wide cloth or six skin colors. The standard tire size is 8.00 (203) by 15 inches (381 millimeters). For the first time power steering is an option. Another new option is the Autronic Eye, an automatic dimmer light, which in the first year was only shared with the Cadillac.
New in 1953, Fiesta joined the Cadillac Series 62 Eldorado and Buick Roadmaster Skylark as a top-of-the-line, convertible special limited production introduced that year by General Motors for promoting its design leadership. It features a cut-down belt line, a 3-in-the-line windscreen lower than a standard 98 windshield, and a special "spinner" dop, which became a trademark at Oldsmobiles later. Almost every option of Oldsmobile is standard except AC, which is considered unnecessary at that moment in convertible.
Technically, the Fiesta has a special version of the 98 engine that gets 5 horsepower up to 170 through downsizing manifold and increased compression from 8.1: 1 to 8.3: 1. Hydramatic four-speed automatic transmission and rear axle rear is designed for faster keeping the weight of 4459 pounds Fiesta shipments (336 more than the standard 98 conversion) to the Oldsmobile performance standard. At $ 5,715 (over $ 700 more than Skylark) the Fiesta almost doubled the $ 2963 price of the standard 98 conversion, with only 458 units being produced being 7,521 units.
Standard equipment for the year 1953 includes bumper protector, electric clock, trunk lined, double horn, cigarette lighter, chrome mold, twin interior sun shield, rear seat rails, special rear steel trim rear, chrome ventiplanes window, windscreen, and steering wheel Deluxe with horn rings. In 1953 the layered safety dashboard also became standard on 98. For the first time air conditioning was an option.
Fiesta convertibles will disappear next year but the name will be raised in 1957 for the Oldsmobile station wagon. Fourth Generation (1954-1956) Fourth Generation (1954-1956)
Fifth Generation (1957-1958)
The Oldsmobile line was reengineered in 1957, with the 3-part rear window making reappearance on some models. Once again 4-door 98 is on top, this year officially titled Starfire 98 . Standard equipment includes armrests, sein lamps, rubber mats, sun protectors, front fender chrome scripts, exposed chrome roof bowls, side interior lights, electric windows, special symbols, power steering, electric brakes, and Jetaway Hydramatic. Seat choices include various fabrics, Moroccan (vinyl), and leather. The standard tire size is 9.00 (229) by 14 inches (356 millimeters). The standard engine is now 371 cuÃ, in (6.1Ã, L) Rocket V8. A secure steering wheel is safely added. Front leg room is 43.8 inches (1111 millimeters).
Major style changes seen in 1958. Series 98 again has an exclusive 126.5-inch wheelbase while sharing a stronger Rocket V8 with Super 88. Four body styles are available. Standard series equipment including four headlamps, oil filters, turning signals, printed circuit instrument clusters, anodized aluminum grille, padded dash, padded rubber foam pads, courtesy lamps, parking brake lights, special side molds, chrome panel rocker molds, Jetaway transmissions Hydramatic, power steering and brakes, dual exhaust, electric clock, accented color wheel disc, and chrome wheel frame. The interior can be ordered in different colors, fabrics, and Morocco. Standard tire is 8.50 (216) by 14 inches (356 millimeters). Air suspension added as option. Also new is a speed warning device, which can be set to a certain speed and when the limit is reached, the bell will sound, reminding the driver of the vehicle to slow down.
The sixth generation (1959-1960)
For 1959, the Oldsmobile line-up was completely redesigned. However, unlike other GM brands (like Chevrolet and Cadillac) Oldsmobile continues to use full perimeter frames instead of GM X-frames. The 98 shares an appearance with Oldsmobile 88. Oldsmobile lives with the top series format by offering four body styles on an exclusive 126.3 wheelbase (3,208 mm). Standard equipment includes oil filters, turning signals, air-gauge brakes, safety spectrum spectra, rocker panel molds, special symbols, parking brake lights, sponge foam headliners, in-carpet rugs, electric clocks, wheel trims, power steering, power brakes, and Jetaway Hydramatic Drive. The interior is chosen from leather, Morocco, or fabrics in various colors. The standard tire size is 9.00 (229) by 14 inches (356 millimeters). The 394 cu di (6.5Ã, L), the first generation Rocket V8 largest, was used from 1959 until 1964.
In 1960, again the top of the Oldsmobile series line was 98. Standard equipment including Safety-vee steering wheel, turn signal, air-suction brake, windshield wiper, safety spectrum spider, carpet with rubber insert, soft dashboard, courtesy lights , wheel trim ring, Star-lite headliner, two-speed windshield wiper, chrome roof mold, Jetaway Hydramatic transmission, power steering, power brake, windshield wash, electric clock, and deep twist carpet. Upholstery is cloth, leather, or Morocco in various colors. The tire size is 9.00 (229) by 14 inches (356 millimeters). An anti-roll back axle is optional.
Seventh generation (1961-1964)
For 1961 alone, his name was changed to Classic 98 ; However, most of the factory literature refers to the line as the Ninety Eight. It offers five body styles. The sedan is now called the City of Sedan. The 4-door 4-door hardtop body style is now called Sport Sedan instead of Holiday Sedan. A new 6-window 4-door hardtop body style, previously exclusive to Cadillac and Buick Electra is now offered and the Holiday Sedan name is moved there. This is the first time not all Oldsmobile hardtop is called Vacation. Overall sales fell from 59,364 to 43,010, possibly due to the introduction of the new Starfire series, the lowest point of 98 after the production record set in 1955. Standard equipment includes padded dash, security spectrum spectrum, floating propeller, air suction brakes, two glass speed wipers front, Safety-Vee steering wheel, parking brake lights, courtesy lamps, oil filters, windshield washers, electric clocks, Hydramatic Roto transmissions, power steering, and power brakes. Upholstery is vinyl, fabric or leather. The standard tire size is 8.50 x 14 inches. With 394 cu in (6.5Ã, L) Rocket now standard equipment on Oldsmobile 88 a higher compression version made standard equipment on 98 and Super 88 with horsepower up to 325 in 1961 and 330 in 1962. It was dubbed "Skyrocket" from 1961-63.
Unfortunately for Oldsmobile loyal customers, GM's management at Woodward Avenue in Detroit focuses on cost savings per vehicle at the moment, a philosophy then called "less cars for more money" in the 1970s. One disadvantage of this thinking is that 1961 to 1964 Oldsmobiles lost their reliable Jetaway Hydramatic transmission (but it is expensive to build). Replacing four units of speed that has been tested at that time is much cheaper to build three units of speed, Roto Hydramatic. This transmission does not have a front fluid clutch at all, and uses a single "filler-and-exhaust" clutch to perform double duty as a liquid coupling in the third velocity while having a third reaction member, called Olds as "Accel-O-Rotor," which actually a small stator, thus giving some limited torque multiplication at first. In theory, "Accel-O-Rotor" will provide the same first multiplicity range as first and second gears of four speed units without all the hardware... and cost. It was also unique at the time, in the second speed was a pure mechanical connection from the engine to the rear end... no coupling of fluids involved. The big problem with this unit at Oldsmobiles (and the lower line Pontiacs of the same era) is the speed of the engine will race wildly at first, and then hit the "brick wall" of a very steep drop in RPM in the second, which is equivalent to all three teeth in four speed Jetaway Hydramatic. This unit is very vulnerable and unreliable, and costs a lot of performance if it can not be obtained from Rocket. It will only last for three years, when it was replaced by a much more reliable Turbo Hydramatic, but less efficient in 1965. Customer complaints caused many dealers and independent transmission shops to replace the massive Hydramatic Roto in these cars with the older (or contemporary, from the Head of the Star Pontiac or Bonneville) HM315 four-speed Hydramatic.
The 1962 Greatest Oldsmobiles was again in the 98's. Five body styles offered include three doors 4 plus open and 2 closed doors. Holiday Coupe changed its name to Holiday Sport Coupe, and Sport Sedan was renamed to Holiday Sport Sedan, so again, at least for a while, all hardtop is called Vacation. Ninety-Tights equipped with standard equipment including padded dash, guard beam frame, live rubber body pads, coil springs, rubber foam seats, two-speed windshield wipers, parking brake lights, special lighting packages, special molds, Hydramatic roto, brake power, power steering, power windows and power seats. The interior is made of leather, vinyl, or fabric. The standard tire size is 8.50 x 14 inches.
Again, in 1963, the top-of-the-line Oldsmobile 98 had an exclusive 126.0 wheelbase in (3,200 mm). The new body style is the Custom Sports Coupe hardtop. It is the only body style with a 345 horsepower Starfire engine. The 4-door 6-window hardtop is renamed to Luxury Sedan (often summarized to L/S ). The naming convention of all Hardtop Holidays will not come back until 1965. Standard equipment includes die-cast grille, thick carpet, 21 gallon fuel tank, full flow oil filter, foam seat cushion, foot-operated parking brake, two windshield wiper speed , special print package, Deluxe steering wheel, map light, heavy duty air cleaner, courtesy lamp, Hydramatic roto, power brake, power steering, special rocker panel molding, self-regulating clock, two cigarette lighter back seats, and special headliner. The interior is made of leather, vinyl, or fabric. The standard tire size is 8.50 x 14 inches. The Nineties is now made only in Lansing, Linden, Kansas City, Southgate and Wilmington.
Malcolm X has a 1963 Oldsmobile 98 - black, 4-door, hardtop - and it can be seen in the northern lobby of Malcolm X College on the west side of Chicago.
In 1964 the top of the 98 series line was offered in six body styles in a 2-door, 4-door and convertible configuration. Standard equipment including: Roto Hydramatic; power steering, brakes, windows and chairs; windshield washer; special wheel discs; hour; courtesy lamps and maps and dashboards are padded. Coatings are a variety of colored fabrics, vinyl and leather. The standard tire size is 8.50 x 14 inches. Ninety-eight is now built only in Lansing.
Eighth generation (1965-1970)
The 1965 98 was completely redesigned from the ground up along with other full-sized General Motors cars but retained a larger C-body along with Cadillac and Buick Electra different from the B-body used on Oldsmobile 88. The Ninety-Eight featured many lines were found in the 88s but with more style. The exclusive axis range 98 has five body styles. The Custom Sport Coupe has been lost and the 4-door 6-door body style is replaced with a 4-door 4-door body style. The Luxury Sedan is no longer a hardtop but it features a more luxurious interior along with more standard amenities than the Town Sedan like a power chair. Most 98 Luxury Sedans also have a vinyl roof, which is offered only in black that year. For the first time since 1962, all hardtop once again called Holidays.
Standard equipment includes automatic transmission, power steering and brakes, power windows, clocks, padded dash, soft foam seats, parking brake lights, Deluxe steering wheel, special wheel cover, windshield washer and two-speed electric wiper, courtesy and glovebox lamps, and front seat belt. The standard tire size is 8.55 x 14 inches. The new three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission with a torque converter replaces the old three-speed Roto Hydramatic that Oldsmobile has used for the past three years. Along with the redesigned transmission and platform, this machine was also new to 1965. It was a more powerful 425 cu in (7.0Ã, L) Super Rocket V8 and a more efficient design than the older 394 cuÃ, in (6.5Ã, Ã,). ) Rocket V8 was previously used, but it was much lighter. The standard engine offerings and only 98 offered for 1965 are the four-barreled "Ultra High Compression" version of the 425 Super Rocket with 360 horsepower (270 kW) power. Nineties Eight is built only in Lansing.
Between 1965 and 1975 Oldsmobile commissioned Cotner-Bevington to build professional cars, (ambulances and hearses), using a large Ninety-Eight chassis. Ironically, during the 60s (1968), the only professionally made Oldsmobile to be a limousine was the smaller Toronado, known as the AQC Jetway 707.
Some luxury market buyers bought the new Starfires or Toronados in 1966 but 98 remain the top-of-the-line Oldsmobile. Five models, including the 4 door trio are available. Standard equipment including: Turbo-Hydramatic transmission; power steering, brakes, windows and chairs; special wheel cover; front and rear safety belts; carpet; windshield wiper and two speed wipers; foam chair cushion; electric clock and special arm chairs on selected models. Upholstery is fabric, vinyl, and leather. The standard tire size is 8.55 x 14 inches. Nineties Eight is built in Lansing.
In 1967 Starfire's sporty elegance has been lost. 98 and Toronado are now the old luxury cars of the Oldsmobile. There are five 98 body styles available. Standard 98 trims include: armrests, power brakes, double cigarette lighter, electric clock, carpet, lamp pack, printing package, seat belt, power chair, power steering, Turbo-Hydramatic and power windows. Upholstery is fabric, vinyl or leather. The standard tire size is 8.85 x 14 inches. Ninety eight models built in Lansing.
In 1968 Oldsmobile continued to produce five well-appointed body styles. Standard equipment includes: dual master cylinder, four way flasher, energy absorbent column, back-up lamp, side marker light, seat belt, cross-flow radiator, rear armrest ashtray, power brake, electric clock, special mold, belt , Luxurious steering, power steering, carpet rod and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. Upholstery is fabric, vinyl or leather. The standard tire size is 8.85 x 14 inches. Engine displacement improved to Rocket 455 cu at (7.5,5, L) V8 with 365 horsepower. Ninety eight productions in Lansing.
The conventional front/rear drive 1969 98 remains the top-of-the-line Oldsmobile. It is the largest Oldsmobile product on offer and now has a 127.0 deep wheelbase (3,226 mm). Six body styles are now available with the Hardtop version of the Luxury Sedan added to the lineup. New on the 98 series are hidden instrument panel, anti-theft lock inside steering column, rear-view rear lights, mini-buckle safety belts, and very soft head locks. Standard equipment includes: electric brakes, self-regulated clocks, full carpets, special lights, paint lines, power seat adjuster, seat belts and shoulder shoulders, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, power windows, Turbo-Hydramatic transmission, sports chairs special, front foam padded seat, and wheel disc (hub cap). The standard tire size is 8.85 x 14 inches. Upholstery is vinyl, fabric or leather. The standard 98 is still Rocket 455 which requires premium leaded gas. All 98 are made in Lansing and have the code of the letter M.
Some of the 1969 options available are tilt-telescope steering, instant horn, four-seater air conditioning with comfortron, tinted glass, 6-way electric chair, front seat divided by double control, electric baggage (vacuum), electric lock door, brake power front discs, AM-FM stereo radio, rear seat speakers, stereo (8-track) stereo player, electrically driven antenna, door edge protector, sail control, remoted mirrors outside, cornering lights, rear anti-spin axle, roof vinyl, flo-thru ventilation, and safety sentinel.
From series 98, 1969 is the only model that has an extension hood attached. After receiving numerous complaints from dealer mechanics about hitting their heads on extensions, Oldsmobile changed the hood style in 1970, removing the extension, which resulted in a flat-hood design.
In the 1970s, the 98s were the greatest Oldsmobiles. They still share the luxury side of the Oldsmobile business with Toronado. Standard equipment includes: Turbo-Hydramatic 400 transmission, power steering, power brake with front disc, power window, power seat, Deluxe steering wheel, electric clock and full wheel disc. The standard tire size is J78-15. The interior is vinyl, fabric or leather. All 98 are made in Lansing indicated by the letter codel M in the Vehicle Identification Number. Its length becomes 225.2 inches.
The ninth generation (1971-1976)
Oldsmobile built its largest full-size car in 1971 although the wheelbase did not change from the 1970s. The 98s were the cleanest Oldsmobiles ever built thanks to the new full-size GM body that, at 64.3 "front shoulder space and 63.4" rear shoulders, a set of interior widths that would not be matched by any car until the full-size rear-wheel brake model from the beginning to the mid-1990s. 1971 to 1976 Nineties Eight is very similar to Oldsmobile 88 (now called "Delta 88") except that Ninety-Eight has a longer passenger compartment because the wheelbase is 3 "longer, and has Cadillac-esque rear tailfins to further differentiate between two models full size.
The standard 455 cubic-inch V8 Rocket is rated at 320 hp (239 kW) and is designed to run under ordinary tin of octane, low-lead or unleaded petrol for the first time this year thanks to General Motors mandate that all engines become designed to run on materials The fuel is in preparation for a car equipped catalytic converter in 1975 and then a truly unqualified gasoline is required. Nevertheless, some 1975 and 1976 Ninety Eights were released from the catalytic converter requirements in Canada and were certified as well as exempt from requiring unleaded gasoline. V8 is progressively decided as production goes hand in hand with tighter emission standards. Trunk mounted louvers for flow through the ventilation system are only found on the 1971 model (as in many other GM models in 1971). The grille was moved to doorjambs for the 1972-1976 model. From 1971 to 1976, the Smallsmobile Custom Cruiser sized carriage carriage has 127.0-inch (3,230 mm) wheelbase and 458-cubic inch V8 with Oldsmobile 98, and shares interior and exterior styling, particularly the typical front fascia 98 and rear quarter panels complete with skirts fender.
The number of body styles was reduced to four for 1971. The convertible was missing like a 4-door sedan body style. The new body style is the Luxury Coupe. For the first time all Oldsmobile 98s are now hardtop, and for the first time since 1964 not all hardtop is called Vacation. Standard equipment includes armrests, front and rear, power brakes with front discs, electric clocks, carpets, inner hoods, lamp packages, power seats, power steering and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. The standard tire size is J78-15. The interior is vinyl, fabric and leather. Ninety-eight built in Linden and Lansing.
Four body styles are offered in series 98 to 1972. Standard equipment includes: Deluxe armchair, double ashtray, power brake with front disc, electric clock, carpet, interior hood coating, outer remote control mirror, printing package, interior light package, glass front antenna radio, power seat, power steering, spare tire cover and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. A mid-year version of a 4-door hardtop called Regency was produced to commemorate the 75th year of Oldsmobile as a car maker. For the first time in 17 years, 98 set a new sales record of 121,568.
In 1973 five body styles of the 98 series were at the top end of the Oldsmobile line. The 75th anniversary of the 4-door hardtop resumes, following the successful introduction of mid-1972. Standard equipment includes: Deluxe armrest, double ashtray, electric brake with front disc, cigarette lighter, carpet, deep hood release, dome light, printing package, windshield radio antenna, foam pads, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, Turbo- Hydramatic and wheel opening cover. The standard tire size is L78-15. Upholstery is vinyl or fabric. The Oldsmobile 98 set another record of 138,462 sold.
The 1974 Ninety-Eight is now Oldsmobile's longest series since 1941, and is still popular. Five models offered with Coupe Regency take place Luxury Coupe. Standard equipment includes: electric brakes with front discs, cigarette lighter, electric clock, interior hood release, lamp pack, printing package, remote control remote mirror, windshield radio antenna, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, spare tire cover, power window , seat power and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. The standard tire size is J78-15. Upholstery is vinyl, fabric or leather.
From 1974 to 1975, 98 reached a record length of 232.4 in (5903 mm), when the mandate of 5 mph frontal numbers (8.0 km/h) added front and rear increased the overall length of the car by several inches, while the 1976 model year saw reduction of the minimum length of 232.2 at (5898 mm). It is also worth noting that the 1974 Oldsmobile 98 4-door hardtop was the longest body-style car that was sold that year, as the older Lincoln Continental, Cadillac Sixty Special and Cadillac Series 75 were basically sedans (and 1974 Lincoln Continental came with just one body style hardtop: 2 doors). The 1974-76 Oldsmobile Nineties Eight (as well as all the full-size Oldsmobiles, Buick and Cadillac) were also among the first US production cars to offer the Air Cushion Restraint System option beginning in 1974. Very few cars were so equipped. The high cost ($ 700) plus the public uncertainty about the unproven security system that is now universal in today's cars, sees quite easily for it.
The number of 98 body styles was reduced in 1975. Four available consisted of a 4-door coupe or hardtop in Luxury trim or Regency. The two door models are no longer hardtop. Standard equipment includes: electric brakes with front disc, cigarette lighter, electric clock, electronic ignition, hood release, impact scratch, light package, 455 CID machine, printing package, remote controlled outer mirror, electric chair, power window, power steering , Deluxe steering wheel, chrome wheel disc and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. The standard tire size is J78-15. Upholstery is vinyl, fabric or leather.
In 1976 Luxury and Regency edition of full size 98 was offered, in 2-door coupe or 4-door hardtop. 4-door has additional window (like opera window) in C-pillar. The landau rooftop option for the coupe gave him a very large operatic window. Like the Custom Cruiser, the 98s have a dual-part bakpek design grille, with new front panel, front bumper, and horizontal wraparound parking lights. Yellow marker lenses parallel to the headlights wrapped around the fender side. Cornering corners that clearly have horizontal ribs. Tailamps are vertically decorated with small insignia on each lens. A small back-up lamp stands next to the plate, on a panel that also contains a small red lens next to the tailamps. Standard equipment 98 includes 455 CID Rocket V8 with 4-barrel carburetor, Turbo-Hydramatic, power steering vari-ratio, power brake, driver's seat, driver's door control console, electronic message center, electric clock, folding center armrest, ashtray front and rad78 radial blackwall jacketed black steel 8578. The rear fender skirt and the impact tray are also standard. A new 2.41: 1 axle ratio becomes the standard for improving fuel economy.
Ninety Eight Districts
For the 1972 model year, Limited Edition District was offered to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Oldsmobile. Every 1972 the Oldsmobile Nineties Eight Districts have been registered at Tiffany's and include a specially laid out interior with black or gold velor "effect cushion", and an electric split bench seat, in place of an electric bench seat with a back clock. Tiffany's touches include Tiffany Gold paint (a special exclusive metallic color specially made for this car), the clock also specially styled by Tiffany and bearing the Oldsmobile white emblem on Tiffany's name on a golden face. Every district owner of 1972 receives a sterling silver key chain as a gift. If they are lost, a key can be dropped in the mailbox, and Tiffany will return it to its owner. A total of 2,650 75 anniversary cars of the Nineteenth District were built, all four doors hardtop. In 1973, non-birthday districts lived in queues placed just above the LS. The District package will remain available on Ninety Eight through the 1996 model when it will be a separate model board.
Tenth Generation (1977-1984)
The 1977 model is extensively diredingkan and streamlined, such as Delta 88. The new models, weighing about 4,000 pounds, are more than 800 pounds lighter, but the headroom and leg room on the rear seats are upgraded compared to equivalent 1976 models. The CID 455 engine is replaced with a smaller 403 CID V8. The Oldsmobile 350 V8 is now a standard engine. The Ninety-Eight set a new sales record of 139,423. A four-door sedan and a two-door hardtop coupe is available.
The diesel version of 350 was added in 1978. Beginning in 1979, the production of Ninety-Eight was exclusive to Lansing as the Linden Assembly reorganized to build the E-body car. Base Model LS is available only as a sedan, and the premium Regency model comes as either a coupe or a sedan. Limited production levels of Regency LX sedans are also offered for 1979.
The Nineties Eight was restyled for 1980, along with Delta 88. That year, it gained a new V8 307 CID (5.0 L) as an option. The 403 was dropped completely. The 1980 model received new exterior metal sheets, without dramatically changing the look of the car. To improve aerodynamics and fuel savings, the hood slopes downward, while the trunk area is higher. It also gives all models a heavier and more substantial appearance, while slightly improving the interior space and luggage. 1981 saw the introduction of Buick's 252Ã, inÃ,³ V6 as standard, as well as the new 4-speed THM200-4R automatic transmission. The 350 gas engine crashed in the same year, completely replaced by a smaller 307. A redesigned steering wheel and a slightly revised instrument panel were also new that year. The 1983 model received a new grille but vice versa did not change. The 5 mph federal impact standard (8.0 km/h) was rolled back for 1984, prompting GM to make major changes to the bumper to save weight; predictable, this drastically reduces its effectiveness. An optional 8-option cassette player and 4.1 L V6 are no longer available, although CB radio is still optional.
Production ended in March 1984. These cars were actually sold in conjunction with the 1985 new-wheel drive model. The body style reference in GM Manufacturing became "D" for the carryover RWD model, and the new FWD car became the C-body (which has become references used up to now for RWD cars).
Perbandingan ukuran antara 1974 dan 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Ninety Eight Regency Brougham
The newly introduced Brougham model for 1982 and available only for sedan models. This car features luxury velor seats "Prima" with embroidered emblems, thunder rugs, and electroluminescent opera lamps on the B-pillar. Standard wire disc wheels as well as Tungsten halogen headlamps, cornering lights, full-layered vinyl roofs and tilt steering wheels. The district becomes the new 'basic' model because the LS is stopped.
Eleventh Generation (1985-1990)
1985 saw Ninety-Eight downsized for the second time, this time switched from rear-wheel drive to a new front-wheel drive platform, with sales beginning in April 1984. Although the Ninety Eight is nearly 25.0 inches (635 mm) in short length and weighing more than 700 pounds (318 kg) lower than its predecessor, the passenger space is almost the same as the 1984 model. Buyers seem to prefer this new and more manageable Ninety-Eight, since the 1985 model sales, at 169,432 units, doubled in 1984 to 76,833 units, an all-time sales record.
As in previous years, the 1985 Nineties Eight is available as a 4-door sedan and 2-door coupe, either in County or Brougham District trim. Both models come with standard velor seating, with optional Sierra grain leather in both. For the first year, Buick 181Ã, inÃ,³ V6 is a standard powerplant. The V8 engine has been lost for good, never returning to Ninety-Eight. Optional machines are Buick's 231 and Oldsmobile's 263Ã, in Diesel V6. The 3.0 gas V6 and 4.3 Diesel V6 were dropped for 1986.
Oldsmobile has consistently improved this generation of the Ninety Eight for six years running, treating it on an annual update. Available for the first time is an electronic digital dash display featuring the speed and fuel remaining. The new Delco/Bose stereo cassette system is available for USD $ 895. Anti-lock brakes are a new option for 1986 and special "Grande" packages were offered in 1986 and 1987 with composite front lamps and special front bezels (1986 only), and 45/45 leather seats with pig skin inserts and consoles with combination locks. For 1987, all Ninety-Eights received a new grille with composite flush headlamps. It will also be the last year for a slow 2-door coupe body style.
In 1988, the luggage pull-down power lid and the onboard computer with an oil life monitor (known as "Driver Information System") were added to the options list. For the 1989 model, Ninety-Eight noticed other grid changes and additional Twilight Sentinel headlamps, optional lockless remote entries, automatic dimming ignition panes that could be switched on and off, and optional (but rarely ordered) drivers - side airbags.
In 1990, the Eleventh Generation of Oldsmobile Nineties peaked in terms of mechanical perfection. It has a new harmonic balancer and an increase in horsepower from the rather slow 1985 model. Also in 1990, the PGA edition package was offered in Brougham District which included gold PGA emblems, badging nameplates, gold striping, and wire wheels with golden Oldsmobile rocket emblems.
Size comparison between 1984 and 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Machine
Touring Sedan
A high-performing Touring Sedan model was introduced in 1987. The Touring Sedan is based on Ninety-Eight Regency and features a long list of standard equipment including leather seats designed by Lear Siegler, anti-lock brakes, onboard computers (1988-1990), FE3 sport suspension, self-closing rod (1988-1990), interior walnut burl, shifter console, 15-inch (1987 only) or 16-inch (1988-1990) wheels, and more.
Second Generation (1991-1996)
The last generation of Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight coincided with the 50th anniversary in 1991. The added length, rear fender skirts, broad tail, low nose, and split-grille with headlights cover gave this generation the Nineties Eight more distinctive appearance than its predecessor.
Although the wheelbase has not changed from the previous generation, the overall length has increased by more than 9 inches (229 mm). Much of this extra space is added to the rear of the car, producing a larger rod.
The last generation of the Eighty Eight is available in two main trim levels: the traditional, luxury-oriented Regency models and performance-oriented Touring models. Engine options include the normal version of aspirated (all years) and supercharged (1992-1995) of 3.8 L V6.
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Nineties Eight, Oldsmobile offered the "50th Anniversary" package in 1991. This limited edition model is only available in black or white birthday emblem and displays cloisonnÃÆ' Â © ahead of fenders, golden badging nameplate, striping gold, and unique gold accent wheels. The interior is trimmed with burl walnuts with gold accents.
In 1992, the new supercharged V6 engine was available on the Touring edition. Also that year, the newly added District trim model was added. At the top-level Regency Elite model, the PGA edition package is offered including the gold PGA emblem, gold badging nameplate, gold striping, and unique gold alloy wheels.
In 1993, a new Special Edition special pricing model added to the Nine and Eight lineup received an improved 3.8 L V6 engine that offers improved fuel performance and efficiency.
In 1994, the Touring edition was discontinued but many features of the model became standard or available at Regency Elite including supercharged engines. In addition, the Nineties Eight added standard passenger side airbags plus new instrument panels, steering wheels, and door panel designs. The exterior receives a new cross-hatch grille as well as redesigned head and side marker lights.
In 1995, Oldsmobile further simplified the Nine-Eight ranks by offering only two levels of Regency Elite (Series I and Series II). Each is offered with high level standard equipment and only a short list of additional cost options. Also that year, the standard 3.8 L V6 engine was re-engineered to improve performance and fuel efficiency.
Very little change to Ninety-Eight for 1996, his final year. The most notable is the removal of supercharged engines from the list of options. The machine, however, remains available on the Oldsmobile performance LSS model.
Messina:
- 1991-1996 3.8Ã, L (231Ã, inÃ,³) V6
- 1992-1995 3.8Ã, L (231Ã, inÃ,³) supercharged V6
Crop level:
- Tour - 1991-1993
- Regency Elite - 1991-1994
- District - 1992-1994
- District Special Edition - 1993-1994
- Seri Elite Kabupaten I - 1995-1996
- Elite Series II - 1995-1996
Termination
The Ninety Eight was suspended in 1996, ending production on May 31, 1996. To fill the vacancy, eighty eight relatively new - Regencies - introduced, joining the more sporty LSS model which was introduced a year earlier. LSS displays a steel front fender, while the more stately and traditional District has a composite GTX-composite fender from 1996 Ninety-Eight. The LSS model proved more popular for buyers than the District during the 1997-1998 model years.
References
External links
- The Old 1980s page
- Oldsmobile Ads from Forty to Sixty
- Oldsmobile Connection - Sites For Oldsmobile Fans
- Cotner-Bevington builds professional cars using the Nineties Eight chassis
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