One-Owner Oldsmobile Toronado Emerges From a Garage in Stunning Condition

The engine lineup did not change, with the first model years in the new generation still available with the 455 (7.5-liter) Rocket V8 engine. Oldsmobile initially offered this unit with 350 horsepower, down from 375 horsepower on the 1970 model year (the last of the previous generation) but then dropped it to 250 horsepower once the new gross ratings came into effect in 1972.

The 455 eventually waved goodbye to the Toronado when Oldsmobile launched the 1977 model. It made room for a 403 (6.6-liter) with just 185 horsepower, as the parent company was already working on reducing fuel consumption and aligning with the new government standards.

If you're interested in a trip in the past, the 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado posted on eBay by seller solarxdaytona is ready to provide it. The car spent its entire life with the same owner, and the seller explains it has never slept under the clear sky. The owner garaged the vehicle from day one, so its nearly spotless exterior is no surprise. Everything is nearly in mint condition, and the original paint survived the test of time with flying colors.

The rust has never reached the metal on this Toronado, so the owner meticulously cared for the car during its entire lifetime.

The interior looks nearly perfect, and everything inside remains completely original. The seats exhibit no tears or rips, and the dash is clean without visual imperfection. Interested buyers should check out everything in person, but I expect this Toronado to look even better in real life.

The engine under the hood is the Rocket V8 I told you about earlier. Unsurprisingly, it runs flawlessly, so the car is ready to become a daily driver. I doubt the next buyer would do this, though, as this Toronado is more likely to end up in another garage and only see the daylight during sunny weekends with zero chance of rain.

It's hard to find something to complain about on this Toronado, and it's certainly a matter of time until it finds a new home. Sure enough, a 1973 Oldsmobile isn't necessarily the most desirable classic. Still, the asking price makes it an easy sell, especially for a collector looking to add a Toronado to their lineup. The odometer indicates just 84,000 miles (135,000 km), with the mileage still original.

The seller is ready to let the Toronado go for close to $15,000, but they have also enabled the Make Offer button. This means you can contact them to discuss the price, and if you want to see the car live, you must go to Ormond Beach, Florida.