1962 Oldsmobile Starfire 394 Ultra-High Compression Rocket V8 at Country Classic Cars
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- Опубликовано: 6 сен 2024
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I thought you might like a look at this very cool 1962 Olds Starfire. It could use a bath, but underneath that dust is a nicely preserved original. It has been repainted at some point, but it has all original interior, original drivetrain, and even the factory A/C. This car is powered by the "ultra high compression" 394 Rocket V8, that pumped out 345 HP and 440 Lb-Ft of torque from the factory. This baby should get down the road pretty well. I hope you find it interesting, thanks for taking a look!
Filmed at Country Classic Cars in Staunton, IL
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My dad had a 63 Starfire 330 ultra compression four barrel four speed. It was black with red interior. That was around 75 and was one of my favorite car he owned. It would move!!
With ultra high compression.!...10.25:1...330hp...5hp over the 10:1 394ci...sure won't like the fuel we get at the pump today. The green trim just screams 60's...Good stuff Jeff.
ZIGgassedUP The lack of lead in the fuel hurts the exhaust valve seats for sure.
It'll Run fine on premium...10.25 to 1 is not that high.... valve seat recession is a real issue though
Airports sell the proper Petro for American classics. NOT environmentally friendly. Airplanes burn alot of fuel. All Airplanes. This car would not be driving everyday. It's nessisary as to not damage the valves, and for performance.
You're right about Olds/Pontiac Jeff...they were a cut above Chev. in every way.
One ride around the block and you knew they were built well.
if you ever watched the cosby show, the episode where denise got her license this is the same car she got for her first car on the program.lol incredible car!!
That's a good bit of trivia, I didn't remember that one.
one of my FAVORITE styled OLDSMOBILES for sure! The unique front end, side trim, tail lights and usually painted to match body wheel covers make this so special. Then add this great interior with the buckets and console and the 345HP High compression engine and someone is going to have a a great car.
RamblinAround Store:, I wish GM would bring this style of the 62 Olds Starfire back like they did with the Camaro. If they would bring back this particular style 62 Oldsmobile Starfire back I would go to the dealership and by one. But GM would probably have to make some modifications on it the car looks nice Thank You for posting.
I love these old Oldsmobile's, I think the design engineers had a lot of fun designing these cars. A time that is gone forever. Today's cars all look basically the same, like an egg. Great video as always. You never rush a video and I love that.
In 83 my landlord had a silver on red int 62 2 door h.t. it had tru-spokes and big whitewalls on it.
Had one as my 1st car from '67 to '69.
I still miss it.
Had an ashtray at each seat and each tray had its own lighter.
Don't know how fast it was because when the speedometer ran out at 120 the car was still accelerating.
My first good car was a 1961 Olds Super 88 Convertible, and Like a dopy kid, my Dad and I got it up to 110 before we lost our nerve.
Sweet Olds.
I'd sooner pay 15 K for that beauty than 15K for todays cookie cut capsules! Thanks for the video;s
This video is old, I really want this car. We need an EMP proof vehicle
My absolute favorite car EVER was a 1962 Starfire! Dad had one in 'Pacific Mist Metallic" that was incredible. I got to back it out of the garage so Mom could take me to school. I got chewed out more than once for the black marks outside the garage! Later, when they had it in Memphis, TN when my brother was at St. Jude's, the engine burned up. Dad loved that car so our local (ElDorado, AR) Olds dealership installed a brand new Rocket 455 from 1969 into it! OMG ! That thing was immense! I thought i remembered a Vacuum gauge in the console though, not a Tach. The console was cool too! Brushed Aluminum. Those side panels were brushed aluminum. Before that car we had the F-85 which was it's predecessor. I bet I have pictures of the Starfire in my parents boxes of pictures.
Stainless steel trim...not aluminum
Very strong engine-----394 cubic inch
Growing up my neighbor had one of these and i always liked the body style. Hers was burgundy met. Sweet cruiser!
I like these and Buick Wildcat
good looking car i want one like this
Beautiful machine. I have a 1/18 scale model of a '62 Starfire in dark red. Love them Oldsmobiles!
Gorgeous.
Really diggin' that interior!
That interior really is cool. Thanks for taking a look bud!
one of my favorite cars very sharp nice car
What a pleasure to see this time capsule. And wow that's a powerful engine for 62
Very nice, Oldsmobile was known as the gentleman's Hot Rod. This fine example shows why they held that moniker, great video as always.
They definitely made some fine automobiles. Thanks for checking it out!
A Nice big Olds !!!
I love 🤟 a car it has patina somebody loved this car 🤟 it is a awsome wonderfull car 🤟 love it thanks jeff and Jordan for this oldsmobile 1 class car 🤟 thanks jeff and Jordan for this video i enjoy every moment
Very good!
Very sharp car!! That dash is really cool!!☺
I agree, I think the whole interior is pretty cool. Thanks for having a look my friend!
Nice motor! The interior looks amazing.
Thanks for watching my friend!
At 2:15, you'll notice an "S" in the AT gearshift indicator. It stands for "superdrive". You may also notice at 1:58 that there are both "hot" and "cold" dash lights above the speedometer. The "cold" light would glow green at startup, and flicker out only when the engine is warmed up. Of course, the "hot" light would glow red only if the car overheats.
My Dad had a '58 Olds, 371 with a 4 barrel. If I remember correctly, the 'S' you mention downshifted the 4-speed tranny to 3rd gear for power; 4th gear was more of an overdrive ration. He sold that car right before I got my driver's license. 😥
that thing is so slick, it shouldn't gather too much more dust with that kinda price.
It really is cool, I doubt it stays there too long. Thanks for checking it out Gabe,
I had that car in 1962 in black convertible it was a very sharp car with glass packs
also a nice feature was a speed warning on the speedometer you can set it at a speed you don't want to exceed
I am sorry to say it was junk transmission always going out and many other issues but it looked great
Richard in the tropics
I've heard that before about the transmissions. Were they called "Slim-Jims"?
Roto hydramatic...nicknamed slim Jim...correct sir
That is kool. Not a car you see every day.
I had a 64,98LS LOADED WITH EVERYTHING, 394_What a Limo...
So make sure he doesn’t have the rodeo Magic transmission their junk they are junk hey slip on shift into gear to gear
@@L4sleeko I had a 65 Electra convertible wonderful "hand-me-down", that had a nice interior. You had to order the vinyl split bench. Those Olds leather seats are first class though. By 1967 GM interiors became bland plastic garbage due to safety and cost cutting. Late 50's through '65 interiors were stunning on most cars. Check out the 1960 Buick Invicta interior.
Sweet looking car. I've never seen a 62 Oldsmobile, let alone a Starfire. I love the trim. :)
+Jason Carpp I was really impressed with this one too. It's definitely a cool car. Thanks for checking it out!
+RamblinAround You're welcome. I've seen pictures of the 62 Oldsmobile, and some videos on RUclips, but I've never seen one in person. :)
They all had extreme amount of trim....Always wanted one...They all had dual exhaust floor shift and 4 barrel carb.. The speedometers had Green, yellow, and red bar instead of a needle..From 0-35 it was green, 35-65 yellow , 65-120 it was red..Cadillac of oldsmobiles.
I drove one new.............awesome still to this day.
old skool kool !!!!!
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I have one now 70 percent restored cant het parrs for it
is this vehicle available?
Valve covers should be chrome...
I have a similar car in 100 pieces here in Napa. I'd like to find someone to put it back together or sell it. Frame off restoration of the chasse. lots of chrome is complete and the engine was rebuilt. The Car has been a Napa car all it's life but it outlived it's owner. Any recommendations on who could finish the job would be welcomed.
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Out of curiosity........was this taken at the place in St. Louis?
How much it spends at 100 kilometres?
Wasn't the 425 the 345hp? the 394 was 325 hp.
This was the final year and iteration of this engine that was introduced in 1949 which started as a 303 cubic inch motor. 345 HP was the largest rating plus it was also the last year of the Hydramatic 4 speed automatic transmission. Notice that there is an S for super and that reverse is at the bottom of the pattern. A local man here had a burgundy version and as a kid it had the nicest interior of any car I had seen. They were fast as well.