1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 J2 Convertible RESTORED ROCKET NASCAR CRUISER RARE

Up for sale is a Fiesta Red 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 J2 (tri carbs) convertible that’s been nut and bolt restored and outfitted with fender skirts and a full continental kit. Out of approximately 385,000 Oldsmobiles built in 1957, his is one of just 7,128 Super 88 convertibles. Not many were outfitted with the J2 set-up, hich is all factory. Our Olds is also outfitted with extremely rare period correct Weiand valve covers, hich lend more to its performance heritage. Those sell for up to $2,000 per set! The J-2 Set-up was raced by Richard Petty's father Lee Petty in Nascar for 1957 before multiple-carburetion motors were banned by the organization. For more information, ee the (2005 Hemmings Article).
Our '57 was restored around 2010 and has only been driven less than 5000 miles since. My Dad did a lot of general maintenance, nnual service, etail-work, tc. over the last 6 years and it is stored in a climate-controlled garage. It comes with two new spares, ne in the continental and one in the trunk. Has air shocks on the rear so that it's not too low in the back when you go in driveways. Also comes with a '57 owner's manual, ew floor mats, arpeted trunk, ewer convertible top, tc. We have a clear Ohio title with no liens. Below is a break-down of the VIN and the NADA book value and some additional pictures.
This vehicle is nearly 60 years old and is being sold AS-IS with NO guarantees expressed or implied. We are not responsible for shipping, he buyer will need to make arrangements, e will help load. We are open for pick-up times due to my father being retired. Please feel free to contact us if you'd like to schedule an appointment to view the Olds in person. Also, f you have any questions, lease ask them PRIOR to making an offer. The external information provided (i.e. the Vin Decoder, rim Tag Decoder, Book Values, tc.) are not guaranteed and just provided here as a general reference. Please be sure to review and assess the condition for yourself through the description and pictures provided. We also may consider interesting partial trades. Thanks for viewing our listing!

VIN Decoder:

Year:	1957
Division:	Oldsmobile
Series:	Super Eighty-Eight
Plant:	Lansing, ichigan
Serial Number:	38197

NADA Value:
Original
MSRP Low Retail Value
This vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, eeding only minor reconditioning. The exterior paint, rim and interior would show normal wear, eeding only minor reconditioning. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur restoration. Most usable ‘as-is’. This value does not represent a ‘parts car’.
Note: Some of the vehicles in this publication could be considered ‘Daily Drivers’ and are not valued as a classic vehicle. When determining a value for a daily driver, t is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail value. ">Low
Retail Average Retail Value
This vehicle would be in good condition overall. It could be an older restoration or a well-maintained original vehicle. Completely operable. The exterior paint, rim, nd mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out. A ‘20-footer’.">Average
Retail High Retail Value
This vehicle would be in excellent condition overall. It could be a completely restored or an extremely well-maintained original vehicle showing very minimal wear. The exterior paint, rim, nd mechanics are not in need of reconditioning. The interior would be in excellent condition.
Note: This value does not represent a '100 Point' or '# 1' vehicle *.
* '100 Point' or '# 1' vehicle is not driven. It would generally be in a museum or transported in an enclosed trailer to concours judging and car shows. This type of car would be stored in a climate-regulated facility.">High
Retail

Base Price	$3,447	$26,900	$64,300	$118,100
Options: (change)
371/312 Hp V8 (J2) Pkg		40%	40%	40%
Hydramatic Transmission		10%	10%	10%
TOTAL PRICE:	$3,447	$40,350	$96,450	$177,150

Low Retail Value
This vehicle would be in mechanically functional condition, eeding only minor reconditioning. The exterior paint, rim and interior would show normal wear, eeding only minor reconditioning. May also be a deteriorated restoration or a very poor amateur restoration. Most usable ‘as-is’. This value does not represent a ‘parts car’.
Note: Some of the vehicles in this publication could be considered ‘Daily Drivers’ and are not valued as a classic vehicle. When determining a value for a daily driver, t is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail value. " >
Average Retail Value
This vehicle would be in good condition overall. It could be an older restoration or a well-maintained original vehicle. Completely operable. The exterior paint, rim, nd mechanics are presentable and serviceable inside and out. A ‘20-footer’." >
High Retail Value
This vehicle would be in excellent condition overall. It could be a completely restored or an extremely well-maintained original vehicle showing very minimal wear. The exterior paint, rim, nd mechanics are not in need of reconditioning. The interior would be in excellent condition.
Note: This value does not represent a '100 Point' or '# 1' vehicle *.
* '100 Point' or '# 1' vehicle is not driven. It would generally be in a museum or transported in an enclosed trailer to concours judging and car shows. This type of car would be stored in a climate-regulated facility." >