Surprising, as I recall it was a gas 350 converted to Diesel, and the internals had issues as they were not upgraded for the higher compression of Diesel.
Those front fenders are from a 1979 98, the only year of the run (77-79) with no marker lights in the front fenders. The entire nose cone and grill are off a 1977. If you read the window thing it indicates a lawn mower hit it and repainted the nose. LOL.
@@CSmith-gb1sl I do know, Oldsmobile didn’t have that color. Had a Carmine Red, code 77 and Dark Carmine Red code 79. In 1978, had Russet code 67, . Dark brown was 69, .
@@user-pb3dt6yl8m Olds did have Firethorn in '77 though (neighbor had a '77 Delta 88 in Firethorn). Think Firethorn went from '75 through '77. The Carmine that replaced it was a bit deeper red.
@@CSmith-gb1sl that’s a good possibility. But I sold Oldsmobiles from 78-80. I ordered the cars too. I believe, the “ FIREMIST” colors were available only on 98 and Tornado. I’d have to look at my brochures to refresh my memory. But color code 67 was available in 77/78 .
@@user-pb3dt6yl8m I see Cadillac called their code 67 "Saffron" (separate brochure), & Firethorn Irid. (Iridescent?) crosses with Code 36 (Firethorn Poly PPG (I had a quart of this). I don't see firethorn in the Caddy brochure, but I have seen them in Firethorn. I get a lot of hits on the 77 Delta Firethorn in "for sales" (nice one in Canton OH). What was the difference between firemist & a regular metallic? Firemist is a upcharge I see. Edit: I see what you mean, Saffron a shade darker, really mimics Firethorn. Perhaps the '98 came in Saffron, & the Delta came in Firethorn?
I can only guess an unsold 77, and Olds did whatever to have it rebranded as a '78? Not really sure. Was not able to check the door sticker for date of manufacture. Might have given us a clue.
Yes, you're right, it is a 1977 front end. But is 1978 rear end. Not sure what really happened to it. I know it has low miles, but I do not like the '77 as good as the '78 or '79. 1979 model is my favorite tho.
Still a beautiful car. But something happened to that front end. Even the front side light markers are missing. Side markers for the 77 were on the fenders and the 78/79 were attached to the headlight housing. I’m thinking it might have been in a accident and replaced with a 77. The olds factory wouldn’t have made this mistake while rolling off the line.
Yes, it is a 1977 front end and 1978 rear end. Rear tail lights look a little tired to me and the Oldsmobile badge looks worn, not like a what a mint car should be. It doesn't appear to have cornering lamps in the front either. The power antennae has been replaced, the original type did not have a chrome bezel screwed down on the fender like the one it has. The interior appears very nice. Must have been in a front end collision, maybe a repaint too. I love the color combo but I am suspect about this car.
He sold it within just a few days of posting it. That is why it was locked, so no one could get in it. He has a couple other cool cars I will have videos on in the next few weeks...
That is definitely a 1977 Grill. So somethings up. Probably a accident. And I would pay that money for a car that was in an accident and has the incorrect grill.
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Hundred of thousand of these on the road a long time...from base molels to fully loaded.. they were great...
Now, so few remain!
my drivers ed car was a 4 door 1977 Buick Le Sabre..the very next year my sister had 4 door Dodge Omnis... LOL.... @@cousinjohncarstuff4568
@@cousinjohncarstuff4568 Damn rust! Killed too many of my beloved clamshell wagons too.
Oldsmobiles. You have to love them relics
Have another Olds being uploaded within 5 hours of this comment being posted....
Was at work when I posted the previous reply. It is an older Buick you might want to see. Will be uploaded by 6 PM CST.
great car.Please when You post the video of the 77 Riviera I want to hear the horn of that one
wonderful car , mint condition, if i’m not mistaken its 1978 in all angles but has 1977 front , wandering why ?
No idea, I only use the info provided to me......
Looks like Firethorn red, not offered in '78 but in '77.
If I could buy this car I'd replace that 77' face with the correct 78 one, far Prettier. this face makes it look like a Delta 88.
Really nice car..great deal❤
How I’d love to buy this car
Nice 78 Olds 98 luxury
When I was younger in the 70’s had a friend that had a diesel engine version of that car. I don’t think he had much problems with the engine.
Surprising, as I recall it was a gas 350 converted to Diesel, and the internals had issues as they were not upgraded for the higher compression of Diesel.
@@cousinjohncarstuff4568 yes exactly.
It has a 77 front and missing front side marker lights.
Not sure what is up with that.I pass on the info I am given, somehow I misssd that!
my favorite forever
Those front fenders are from a 1979 98, the only year of the run (77-79) with no marker lights in the front fenders. The entire nose cone and grill are off a 1977.
If you read the window thing it indicates a lawn mower hit it and repainted the nose. LOL.
I've traditionally been a Buick and Lincoln enthusiast, but I would own this Olds in a heartbeat and never let it go. What an incredible car.
He has a 96 town car with 92,000 miles up for sale.
Looks like color code 67 Russet color, with a light camel beige landau roof and camel interior and light camel beige accent stripes.
Looks like Firethorn red to me, I had the '77 Pontiac in this color combo.
@@CSmith-gb1sl I do know, Oldsmobile didn’t have that color. Had a Carmine Red, code 77 and Dark Carmine Red code 79.
In 1978, had Russet code 67, .
Dark brown was 69, .
@@user-pb3dt6yl8m Olds did have Firethorn in '77 though (neighbor had a '77 Delta 88 in Firethorn). Think Firethorn went from '75 through '77. The Carmine that replaced it was a bit deeper red.
@@CSmith-gb1sl that’s a good possibility.
But I sold Oldsmobiles from 78-80. I ordered the cars too.
I believe, the “ FIREMIST” colors were available only on 98 and Tornado.
I’d have to look at my brochures to refresh my memory.
But color code 67 was available in 77/78 .
@@user-pb3dt6yl8m I see Cadillac called their code 67 "Saffron" (separate brochure), & Firethorn Irid. (Iridescent?) crosses with Code 36 (Firethorn Poly PPG (I had a quart of this). I don't see firethorn in the Caddy brochure, but I have seen them in Firethorn. I get a lot of hits on the 77 Delta Firethorn in "for sales" (nice one in Canton OH). What was the difference between firemist & a regular metallic? Firemist is a upcharge I see.
Edit: I see what you mean, Saffron a shade darker, really mimics Firethorn. Perhaps the '98 came in Saffron, & the Delta came in Firethorn?
Does he still have this car please let me know thank you
No, they sell as a rule shortly after being posted.
The 1992 olds flip top sold 2 days after posting.
Great car! I am confused though. This car has a front end design belonging to a 1977 olds 98 while everything else screams 1978. What gives?
I can only guess an unsold 77, and Olds did whatever to have it rebranded as a '78? Not really sure. Was not able to check the door sticker for date of manufacture. Might have given us a clue.
Yes, you're right, it is a 1977 front end. But is 1978 rear end. Not sure what really happened to it. I know it has low miles, but I do not like the '77 as good as the '78 or '79. 1979 model is my favorite tho.
Still a beautiful car. But something happened to that front end. Even the front side light markers are missing. Side markers for the 77 were on the fenders and the 78/79 were attached to the headlight housing. I’m thinking it might have been in a accident and replaced with a 77. The olds factory wouldn’t have made this mistake while rolling off the line.
@@dfwajmark you're right, twice. Still a beautiful car and General Motors would not use a leftover front end on the next year model.
Yes, it is a 1977 front end and 1978 rear end. Rear tail lights look a little tired to me and the Oldsmobile badge looks worn, not like a what a mint car should be. It doesn't appear to have cornering lamps in the front either. The power antennae has been replaced, the original type did not have a chrome bezel screwed down on the fender like the one it has. The interior appears very nice. Must have been in a front end collision, maybe a repaint too. I love the color combo but I am suspect about this car.
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Is this car still available
No. They sometimes sell before I can do a video.
Sometimes they sell shortly after the video is uploaded.
Is this automobile still for sale
No, it was sold shortly after video was posted.
John Candy drove one EXACTLY like this in Summer Rental!!!!
Hi Cousin John, do you have a phone number for your dealer friend selling this Olds 98 Regency?
He sold it within just a few days of posting it. That is why it was locked, so no one could get in it.
He has a couple other cool cars I will have videos on in the next few weeks...
@@cousinjohncarstuff4568 😊 Thank You!!!
@@vincentvitiello3528 if you see the video of the mint 1977mint riviera 403, that one is long gone. Did that video several months ago.
Lol I know exactly where this is at
Are you local?
@cousinjohncarstuff4568 well I recognize the area in the footage
That is definitely a 1977 Grill. So somethings up. Probably a accident. And I would pay that money for a car that was in an accident and has the incorrect grill.