1970 Oldsmobile 442 Coupe
Twilight Blue Metallic | Numbers Matching 455 | Tremec 5-Speed | Factory A/C
For sale is my beautifully restored and tastefully upgraded 1970 Oldsmobile 442 finished in stunning Twilight Blue Metallic with white interior. This is a real-deal 442 powered by its numbers-matching 455 engine, professionally rebuilt for strong street performance and reliability.
This car was built to be driven and enjoyed. It combines classic muscle car attitude with modern drivability upgrades while still retaining its original character and many original components.
Drivetrain & Performance
- Numbers-matching rebuilt 455 V8
- Engine bay highly detailed and professionally presented
- Tremec 5-speed manual transmission conversion
- Original Muncie M-21 transmission included with sale
- Performance clutch setup
- Holley carburetor
- Headers and 3” exhaust system
- Strong-running, reliable street car
- Excellent highway cruising capability with overdrive
- W27 aluminum rear differential cover
- Boxed rear control arms/subframe upgrades for improved handling and stability
Exterior
- Repainted once in gorgeous Twilight Blue Metallic
- Paint presents extremely well overall
- A few very small chips consistent with careful enjoyment and driving
- Excellent body lines and stance
- Chrome and trim in very nice condition
- American Racing wheels
- BFGoodrich Radial T/A tires
Interior
- Mostly original white interior
- Original dash, door panels, trim, and overall character retained
- Seat covers and carpet replaced
- Bucket seats and console
- Factory-style gauges
- Vintage Air air conditioning system
- Clean headliner and interior presentation
- Modern drivability without losing the classic muscle car feel
Condition & Driving Impression
This is not a stripped-down race car or an over-restored trailer queen. It is a properly sorted, high-quality driver built for someone who wants to turn the key and enjoy one of the greatest muscle cars of the era.
The Tremec 5-speed completely transforms the driving experience. The car cruises comfortably at highway speeds and has the kind of torque and sound that reminds you exactly why the Olds 455 earned its reputation.
The suspension and chassis upgrades make the car feel noticeably more planted than a stock A-body while still maintaining the classic muscle car personality. It is the kind of car that feels equally at home rolling into a local cruise night or stretching its legs on a long highway run. 🏁
Included With Sale
- Original Muncie M-21 4-speed transmission
- Documentation and receipts
- Original parts included where available
This is the kind of 442 that draws crowds at gas stations, gets thumbs-up on the highway, and makes every drive feel like 1970 never ended.
Serious inquiries only. Additional photos, videos, and walkaround available upon request.