The 1966 Olds 442 F85 Club Coupe
Tri-Power 400/360 HP, 4-Speed Oldsmobile was included in General Motors’ mid-'60s move to “Coke-bottle” styling, adapting the kicked-up rear quarter-panel shape first seen in post-war European sports-car styling and which later migrated to Ford’s Mustang. The new silhouette added a sporting air to the entire GM intermediate lineup, and the 442 version of Oldsmobile’s F85 had the performance and handling to back its appearance in one of the General’s most balanced offerings. It was not until 1966, however, that Olds resurrected the Tri-Power carburetion it had first made available in the 1950s. Sold new at St. Claire Motor Co. of San Jose, California, this 1966 Oldsmobile F85 442 Club Coupe is quite a rare find today with Tri-Power carburetion. A very unique example with superb chassis and body and rare code-C48 radio/heater/defroster delete, it was meticulously restored in 2012 at an investment of more than $88,000. It was refinished in its original code-M Autumn Bronze over mostly original sheet metal and presents with a highly detailed interior, engine and undercarriage, better-than-original triple-plated and polished chrome and beautiful brightwork. The correctly coded V-block L69 400/360 HP Tri-Power V-8 engine is teamed with a full-synchro Muncie M21 close-ratio 4-speed transmission and G80 Anti-Spin rear axle. The performance of its triple-carbureted V-8 is well matched by the advanced handling that prompted contemporary reviewers to judge the 1966 442 the most balanced muscle car available to buyers. Oldsmobile may be gone, but collectible muscle cars such as this contribute mightily to the company’s performance legacy. Features: Engine | 400/360 HP Trans | 4-Speed Color | Orange Interior | Gold Highlights: • 442 Tri-Power F85 Club Coupe • No expense spared restoration in 2012 • Restored undercarriage, engine, engine compartment and interior • Mostly original body panels and interior • L69 400/360 HP Tri-Power engine • Correct V-code block M21 4-speed close ratio transmission • C48 radio and heater delete • Three 2-barrel carburetors • Retains most original body panels • G80 anti-spin rear axle • The chrome was restored and triple plated • Dash mounted engine tachometer • Factory correct Autumn Bronze exterior • Sold new at St. Claire Motor Company in San Jose, California Source : MECUM.COM, LOT F257 INDY Pub: MAY 12-16, 2015
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