Olds Rocket 88

Rocket 88 The name ‘Rocket 88’ was more of a marketing result than an official model name. It was technically just the standard 88, but with virtual overkill of advertising using illustrations of rockets and use of the word ‘rocket’, the name stuck with dealers and their buyers for 1951. It was still on the […]
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Olds Futuramic 88

Futuramic 88 This B-body Olds was brand new for 1949. Multiple body choices were sold and these were Club Coupe (2-door with trunk), Club Sedan (2-door fastback), Sedan (4-door with trunk), Town Sedan (4-door fastback), Convertible Coupe (2-door ragtop w/ trunk), and Station Wagon (4-door wagon). The wheelbase was pegged at 119.5 inches. Under the […]
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Olds Deluxe 88

Deluxe 88 This was a two year wonder that replaced the basic 88, for 1952. It was available in just two body styles which were 2-door post, and a 4-door post. A 303 CID 2bbl V8 was the sole engine, and it made 145hp in 1952 and 150hp in 1953. This could be backed with […]
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