I've liked these '71 98's since the day I saw them in the showroom when new, I like the way the fender skirts bulge out at rear wheels and with those "mini" fins I thought it could've passed for a Cadillac.
That long hood with the ridge going down the middle is so 1970's! I have a 1970 Buick GS convertible with a similar hood and hood scoops. I just bought a 24 Acura MDX and noticed it has the same hood style, an added plus and brings back great memories.
I think it was Tom Cahill who wrote for Mechanics Illustrated who called the 71 98 "the smart man's Cadillac.." we test drove an identical one but my folks went with a fully loaded light blue 71 98 LS. It was nicer than our neighbors 71 Sedan Deville.
My Dad had one of these when I was a kid. Loved it. Always hoped he'd have it long enough for me to inherit it. Was not to be. It was the Regency model,fully loaded. Silver w/Black top.❤
Anthony, thank you for sharing! I was fortunate enough to get my vehicular inheritance prior to my dad's passing, but I'd give the car back in a second if it meant more time with him.
@GatewayClassicCars No doubt. My Dad was so proud of it. He was an Olds man through and through. His first Olds was a 66 Holiday 88(I believe), a 67' Delmont 88 and a 69' Delta 88.🤎
I own a 71 LS sedan myself with just over 21,000 original miles. It rides & drives like a dream (my son & I took it cross-country last summer) but $22k is ridiculous.
Good day Kenneth! This Olds is currently on our auction that runs through Monday at 12pm Central. This link has a ton of photos and additional details as well as a link to the auction listing - www.gatewayclassiccars.com/vehicle/det/2372
May we call these examples of the truly American style in its fullest completeness? Great rides.
I worked at a Buick/Oldsmobile dealership in the mid 70’s. This was my favorite year for the 88/98.
Thanks for sharing Dave!
I would always gravitate toward something like this even when things would start to get weird!
Truly outstanding camera work - shows off the features and design so well. This is how sales videos should be done. 👏🏽
Wow, thank you!
Beautiful automobile!!! That's one of the vehicles referred to as a land yacht. I'll bet it drive's and rides exceptionally well
I've liked these '71 98's since the day I saw them in the showroom when new, I like the way the fender skirts bulge out at rear wheels and with those "mini" fins I thought it could've passed for a Cadillac.
@TomSnyder-gx5ru To me Olds and Caddilac were pretty close. Although they sandwiched the buick in between them. Lol!!
This is a masterpiece!!!
Mom and Dad's car. It was so floaty it made my sister-in-law carsick.
I remember that feeling as well! It's like floating on air with a bit more sway in the back seat. Thanks for sharing!
I grew up riding in the back seat of a 72 ❤
That long hood with the ridge going down the middle is so 1970's! I have a 1970 Buick GS convertible with a similar hood and hood scoops. I just bought a 24 Acura MDX and noticed it has the same hood style, an added plus and brings back great memories.
I think it was Tom Cahill who wrote for Mechanics Illustrated who called the 71 98 "the smart man's Cadillac.." we test drove an identical one but my folks went with a fully loaded light blue 71 98 LS. It was nicer than our neighbors 71 Sedan Deville.
I had a 1969 Ninety-Eight in the late 80s in mint condition and I absolutely loved it…although it would not pass a gas station.
Thank you for sharing Veronica! Before we know it, they won't be able to pass a charging station.....
My Dad had one of these when I was a kid. Loved it. Always hoped he'd have it long enough for me to inherit it. Was not to be. It was the Regency model,fully loaded. Silver w/Black top.❤
Anthony, thank you for sharing! I was fortunate enough to get my vehicular inheritance prior to my dad's passing, but I'd give the car back in a second if it meant more time with him.
@GatewayClassicCars No doubt. My Dad was so proud of it. He was an Olds man through and through. His first Olds was a 66 Holiday 88(I believe), a 67' Delmont 88 and a 69' Delta 88.🤎
That's so great! When you find something you love, you stick with it!
I own a 71 LS sedan myself with just over 21,000 original miles. It rides & drives like a dream (my son & I took it cross-country last summer) but $22k is ridiculous.
Thank you for sharing Jeffery!
Hello how are you doing? Love this 1971 Olds what are you saleing it for?
Good day Kenneth! This Olds is currently on our auction that runs through Monday at 12pm Central. This link has a ton of photos and additional details as well as a link to the auction listing - www.gatewayclassiccars.com/vehicle/det/2372
Is it a partial or full repaint??
James, please give us a call at (313) 246-8665 and we can answer all of your questions in more detail! Thank you for reaching out!
Why would you repaint this beautiful car in diarrhea brown? Bad choice on the family's part.
Well I do think this is the original color, if not paint job. Also I think it's a typical '70 nice color.