Photo: eBay seller rdy09
The Hurst W-30 package continued to be an intriguing offering in the Cutlass lineup in 1979 despite the special treatment becoming rarer.
Customers who paid extra for the W-30 upgrades received special aluminum wheels you could spot from the moon because of the gold paint, a new floor shifter, and the striking two-tone paint available in two versions.
The 1979 Cutlass that made its way to eBay earlier this week flexes this intriguing package, along with 25-year-old dust.
The car was discovered in a barn, and eBay seller rdy09 says it's been sitting for approximately 25 years. The last time the Cutlass has been on the road was in 1998.
It's not hard to figure out that this Cutlass flexes a really good shape despite the long tenure in hiding. The owner promises the rust hasn't gotten through, and it only produced surface damage that should be easy to deal with as part of an easy restoration project.
The floors and the trunk look good, but a good condition makes sense anyway, considering the vehicle rolled off the assembly lines in 1979.
The Cutlass still exhibits its share of problems. The dash pad is already cracked, the fuel gauge doesn't work, and the interior looks like it'd require some repairs.
It rolled off the assembly lines with plenty of options, including power steering and brakes, air conditioning (still working today), cruise control, and an 8-track tape with AM/FM radio.
The owner doesn't reveal many specifics about what's hiding under the hood. They claim everything is in "good condition with the exception of the insulated mat," so I expect the engine to still be running.
The W-30 package was available exclusively with the Oldsmobile 350 V8 fitted with a four-barrel carburetor. The same engine should power this Cutlass, but it's unclear if it starts and runs properly.
The mileage is intriguing, too, as the owner says in the eBay summary that the car has just 52,000 miles on the clock. The mileage makes sense, considering Oldsmobile produced this Cutlass in 1979, and the vehicle spent 25 years in a barn. Based on simple math, this Cutlass spent only 19 years on the road, so the previous owners added some 2,700 miles per year.
The battle for this Cutlass is quite fierce, with close to 20 bids received in a few hours online. The top offer is $9,000, and considering the auction comes without a reserve, it should be a matter of time until the car finds a new home. The listing will expire in approximately four days, and if you want to see the Cutlass in person, you must travel to Tennessee. Theoretically, the car should be able to go on its wheels, but you should probably bring in a trailer just to be safe.
The 1979 Cutlass that made its way to eBay earlier this week flexes this intriguing package, along with 25-year-old dust.
The car was discovered in a barn, and eBay seller rdy09 says it's been sitting for approximately 25 years. The last time the Cutlass has been on the road was in 1998.
It's not hard to figure out that this Cutlass flexes a really good shape despite the long tenure in hiding. The owner promises the rust hasn't gotten through, and it only produced surface damage that should be easy to deal with as part of an easy restoration project.
The floors and the trunk look good, but a good condition makes sense anyway, considering the vehicle rolled off the assembly lines in 1979.
The Cutlass still exhibits its share of problems. The dash pad is already cracked, the fuel gauge doesn't work, and the interior looks like it'd require some repairs.
It rolled off the assembly lines with plenty of options, including power steering and brakes, air conditioning (still working today), cruise control, and an 8-track tape with AM/FM radio.
The owner doesn't reveal many specifics about what's hiding under the hood. They claim everything is in "good condition with the exception of the insulated mat," so I expect the engine to still be running.
The W-30 package was available exclusively with the Oldsmobile 350 V8 fitted with a four-barrel carburetor. The same engine should power this Cutlass, but it's unclear if it starts and runs properly.
The mileage is intriguing, too, as the owner says in the eBay summary that the car has just 52,000 miles on the clock. The mileage makes sense, considering Oldsmobile produced this Cutlass in 1979, and the vehicle spent 25 years in a barn. Based on simple math, this Cutlass spent only 19 years on the road, so the previous owners added some 2,700 miles per year.
The battle for this Cutlass is quite fierce, with close to 20 bids received in a few hours online. The top offer is $9,000, and considering the auction comes without a reserve, it should be a matter of time until the car finds a new home. The listing will expire in approximately four days, and if you want to see the Cutlass in person, you must travel to Tennessee. Theoretically, the car should be able to go on its wheels, but you should probably bring in a trailer just to be safe.
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