Strong points
- Remarkably close to its original condition and well preserved
- A very rare vehicle on European roads
- Reliability emphasised by its current owner, and a vehicle fit for any type of journey according to the information we have been given
- The seller can include a spare engine and additional spare parts should the next owner wish to do so
- Exempt from emissions testing in France due to its age
The Plus
For those looking for the classic American road trip aesthetic, this 1979 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is the perfect car. Due to the oil crisis, the 1970s were a difficult time for the American car industry, particularly for large estate cars.
This led to the development of more economical diesel engines, a block that this Custom Cruiser is equipped with. Naturally, it would sound less American without a good old eight-cylinder, so Oldsmobile developed this 350 cubic inch (5.7 litre) V8 to attract buyers.
This led to the development of more economical diesel engines, a block that this Custom Cruiser is equipped with. Naturally, it would sound less American without a good old eight-cylinder, so Oldsmobile developed this 350 cubic inch (5.7 litre) V8 to attract buyers.
This estate car is in excellent condition considering its age and is incredibly close to its original condition. The seller claims that the vehicle has proved very reliable in his personal experience, handling journeys of any length with ease.
It also comes with a spare engine and a collection of spare parts, which could prove useful considering how few of these models are on European roads.
It also comes with a spare engine and a collection of spare parts, which could prove useful considering how few of these models are on European roads.
History and documents
- Manufactured in 1979 and delivered new in the USA
- Currently registered in France
- Technical inspection in progress (CT)
- F.F.V.E. certificate included
- Registration documents present and in order
- Collection of original manuals and documents
- Exempted from emissions testing due to age
Condition
- Very well preserved and visibly very close to its original condition
- Bodywork and paintwork in excellent condition, with straight panels and no signs of excessive corrosion
- Original interior well maintained and clean
- No noticeable wear apart from age-related patina
- Fitted with original air conditioning
- Everything underneath appears to be in good condition, with no areas of particular concern
- Original wheels with full wheel covers
- Tyres reported to be in good condition
Powertrain
- 350 cubic inch (5.7 litre) V8 diesel engine
- Seller reports engine starts easily and runs smoothly
- Capable of long distance journeys with no problems according to the current owner
- A spare engine is included in the sale (condition unknown) as well as a selection of other parts
- All mechanical parts are listed as being in good working order
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