The 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass marked the third year of its second generation with a slight restyling that featured body lines akin to the full-size Olds 88, and Sport and Holiday hardtop rooflines that were becoming more like flying-buttress fastbacks. Available engines included the Oldsmobile Action-Line inline six, and two versions of the 330 cubic-inch Jetfire Rocket V8. The Cutlass Supreme four-door hardtop, AKA the Holiday Sedan, also joined the line.
Our feature 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible is beautifully finished in Royal Mist over a Bright Blue vinyl interior, with a white soft top. The standard steel wheels have been replaced with American Racing Torq Thrust D Series mags shod in raised white-letter Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 radial rubber. The chrome bumpers are quite brilliant, holding up remarkably well or have possibly been re-finished. Stainless trim is equally bright and well-polished. The glass looks to be crystal clear, with no signs of nicks, cracks, or wiper tracks.
Inside the Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible, the bright blue interior shows very little indication of wear. The carpets have some light discoloration that could likely be cured with a bit of shampooing. A wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel with an Olds horn button tops the column. The console is home to the intake vacuum pressure gauge and three-speed automatic transmission shifter. Beneath the dash on the right side, two auxiliary gauges have been installed. This Cutlass is equipped with a power convertible top, power steering, and power brakes.
The engine bay of the Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible is home to the 330 cubic-inch Jetfire Rocket V8 producing 310 horsepower, backed by the aforementioned three-speed automatic transmission. The single master cylinder power brake booster is mounted on the firewall. The engine compartment is clean and detailed.
This attractive Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible will be crossing the auction block at the Mecum Auctions Chattanooga, Tennessee, event taking place October 15th and 16th.
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What a great looking car.
I once had a neighbor that had the four-door Holiday sedan (hardtop) of this. Such a sleek vehicle.
Had a 66 . It was a two/door 442 with 3-two’s.
442 = 400 engine, 4bbl carb !!! 2= dual exhaust .. so 3 duces change the designation. Unles you spent a LOT.. only 157 produced. Factory L69 engine option, 400/360hp, V-code, Tri-Power
I bought the 66 Olds. 442 off the show room floor so it was original 3-twos set/up. I traded a 66 Chevy 427 SuperSport in on trade and never regretted it.
In-line 6? i thought the 6 was a V-6. H'mm.
For '66, Olds borrowed the inline six from Chevy.
[tip of my hat] Thank you. i wondered...
First off I perfure Ford products! But that is one of the most attractive cars of all time! Especially the coup! Good looking American car!🇺🇸🤓
I can't t think of a bad looking GM vehicle in those years and there were a lot of models.
Oldsmobile awesome cars had 13 all different models
Nice car !!! simple and sweet !! So simple a monkey could work on the engine/electronics ,look under a hood of a new 2021 I'm scratching my head thinking what do I do ?
I'm not sure I could remove the plastic engine cover of a new car without breaking it.
I have 66 442 has been completely redone 540 merlin 700 hp. Two duces 4 speed sharp car
I’m truly happy for you. And a bit jealous.
Olds came so close to building hemi motors. So close.