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For more information on this vehicle visit Despite the exceptional sales of Oldsmobile's premium 88, the brand's higher priced Fiesta proved less popular and, thanks to attrition, has now become even scarcer. Fortunately, this clean resto-mod has always been a solid, complete beast that benefitted from decades of owners who were smart enough to know what they had. When the car's Ionia-produced body fell in to the hands of loving enthusiasts, big money was spent on a thorough, frame-off restoration. And today, this Olds hangs straight, mostly-original sheetmetal under a rich combination of bronze and silver two-stage that's been buffed to a fantastic shine. This sweet looking cruiser is set in motion by a show-detailed 455 that, thanks to ample torque, provides solid, reliable road trips. Stomp the throttle and a coated Edelbrock carburetor mixes juice from clean, stainless fuel lines with wind from a stylish, two-tone air cleaner, and shoves it into an Edelbrock Torker intake. Behind that intake, a proven MSD distributor feeds fire through beefy MSD Super Conductor plug wires, which are loomed between mirrored valve covers and fully restored exhaust manifolds. In front of those manifolds, traditional V-belts spin a chrome alternator opposite a coated Tuff Stuff AC compressor. And, in front of that compressor, a beefy radiator cycles water past a large electric puller fan. Behind that big block, a 700R4 4-speed spins torque through a fully rebuilt rear end and pleasant gears. Holding that well-mannered powertrain in place is a fully-sorted suspension which includes a front sway bar, traditional control arms and correct leaf springs. Easy turns are provided by modern power rack-and-pinion steering. Short, confident stops come courtesy of 4-wheel power disc brakes. At the center of the car, a 2.5 inch, true-dual exhaust system sends spent gases through deep sounding turbo mufflers. And putting the power to the pavement is a nice set of 15-inch wire wheels that spin classy 235/75 BF Goodrich Silvertown whitewalls around ornate stainless center caps. Climb inside this razor-sharp Olds and you'll find a thoroughly modified interior that features dramatic style and enough great looking trim to payroll a small upholstery shop. Covered in subdued leather, the car's cushy bench seats feature sturdy lap belts and power front adjustment. In front of those seats, a body-matched dash hangs an XM-capable Alpine CD player between a small clock, an old school Autronic Eye and billet accessory knobs. In front of the driver, a polished tilt steering column spins an aluminum, thick-rim wheel. And behind the passengers, a carpeted cargo area is primed for lawn chairs and picnic supplies. It's no wonder the Oldsmobile 88 enjoys such huge popularity, because it just doesn't get much better than this slick Fiesta resto-mod. With a plush interior, head turning body and reliable streetability, this wagon is the perfect combination of form and function. Call, click or visit for more information on this awesome Olds!
