Data sheet
- Year: 1968
- Manufacturer: Oldsmobile
- Model: Tornado
- Color: Blue
- Interior color: Red
- Interior material: Vinyl
- Engine displacement: 7.0L
- Drive: All-wheel drive
- Propulsion: Gasoline
- Steering: LHD
- Transmission: Automatic
- Odometer: 93 221 km
- VIN: 394878M******info
Basic information and History
The 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado had a sleek and futuristic design for its time. It is a front wheel drive coupe, which was quite innovative and unique for an American car for its time. The Toronado is powered by a massive 7.0-liter (425 cubic inch) V8 engine, which generates around 381 horsepower.
This example was sold new in the USA and has had 2 users in the USA and 1 actual user in Sweden. Current owner has owned the car since 1986-12-11.
The car has been registered to an acquaintance between the current owners due to a previous separation.
Odometer reading 93.221
Equipment and options
The car is equipped from the factory with a Stereo 8, the seller has had a CD-Player installed.
Unique about this vehicle was that it was a fully equipped example from the factory.
3-speed automatic transmission.
Condition
The seller states that the body was painted in 1991. There is damage such as rust holes behind the right rear wheel. The seller has also noted that rust has begun to creep under various mouldings, and the seller refers to the image material. There are paint chips on the front screen.
The bumpers were re-chromed in 1990. The chrome has also started to show rust where the seller refers to the image material. There is no damage to the glass parts.
All lighting works.
The car has original rims that show no direct damage and the tire pattern measures approx. 4 mm.
The petrol tank leaks and has been replaced with a 70L boat tank which is mounted in the boot.
The chairs were reupholstered in 1990. Seats and chairs have wear: Broken seams in a few places
Dashboard and panel are in good condition.
Mechanically and electrically, the car works as it should.
There are no updates or renovations inside the car.
The seller refers to the image material.
Service history
Mechanically, the engine and gearbox are described as being in good condition. The seller has previously changed bearings and seals in the engine.
The seller has carried out a service by himself on the car approx. 5,000 km ago.
There is no previous documented service history for the car.
Brakes are described as being in good condition.
The car is inspection exempt and the last inspection was carried out on 06/21/2016.
Summary
The 1968 Toronado was well received by car enthusiasts and received positive reviews for its performance and stylish design. It became popular with buyers looking for a luxurious and powerful coupe. This example can be used in its current condition or perhaps a perfect object for you who want to restore the car to its former glory. The seller describes that the car runs very nicely and smoothly from the big 7.0L engine.
The 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado had a sleek and futuristic design for its time. It is a front wheel drive coupe, which was quite innovative and unique for an American car for its time. The Toronado is powered by a massive 7.0-liter (425 cubic inch) V8 engine, which generates around 381 horsepower.
This example was sold new in the USA and has had 2 users in the USA and 1 actual user in Sweden. Current owner has owned the car since 1986-12-11.
The car has been registered to an acquaintance between the current owners due to a previous separation.
Odometer reading 93.221
Equipment and options
The car is equipped from the factory with a Stereo 8, the seller has had a CD-Player installed.
Unique about this vehicle was that it was a fully equipped example from the factory.
3-speed automatic transmission.
Condition
The seller states that the body was painted in 1991. There is damage such as rust holes behind the right rear wheel. The seller has also noted that rust has begun to creep under various mouldings, and the seller refers to the image material. There are paint chips on the front screen.
The bumpers were re-chromed in 1990. The chrome has also started to show rust where the seller refers to the image material. There is no damage to the glass parts.
All lighting works.
The car has original rims that show no direct damage and the tire pattern measures approx. 4 mm.
The petrol tank leaks and has been replaced with a 70L boat tank which is mounted in the boot.
The chairs were reupholstered in 1990. Seats and chairs have wear: Broken seams in a few places
Dashboard and panel are in good condition.
Mechanically and electrically, the car works as it should.
There are no updates or renovations inside the car.
The seller refers to the image material.
Service history
Mechanically, the engine and gearbox are described as being in good condition. The seller has previously changed bearings and seals in the engine.
The seller has carried out a service by himself on the car approx. 5,000 km ago.
There is no previous documented service history for the car.
Brakes are described as being in good condition.
The car is inspection exempt and the last inspection was carried out on 06/21/2016.
Summary
The 1968 Toronado was well received by car enthusiasts and received positive reviews for its performance and stylish design. It became popular with buyers looking for a luxurious and powerful coupe. This example can be used in its current condition or perhaps a perfect object for you who want to restore the car to its former glory. The seller describes that the car runs very nicely and smoothly from the big 7.0L engine.
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