1970 Oldsmobile 442

Full Roller 455ci V8 (Balanced & Blueprinted) | 10.5:1 Compression | TH400 3-Speed Automatic Transmission

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250841001

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
344870M229814
Lot Number:
250841001
Odometer:
21,591
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
455ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Blue
Interior Color:
Blue
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Illinois
  • 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Holiday Coupe
  • 455ci V8
  • Rochester Quadrajet 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • TH400 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Blue Exterior
  • Blue Interior
  • 10.5:1 Compression
  • Rebuilt In May 2023
  • Full Receipts & Paperwork For Engine Build
  • Full Roller Motor Balanced & Blueprinted

Overview of 1970 Oldsmobile 442 For Sale by Owner

The Oldsmobile 442 earned its reputation in the golden muscle car era by combining power, presence, and everyday drivability. By 1970, it stood shoulder to shoulder with GM’s finest offerings, and today it remains one of the most respected names of the period. Our featured 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Holiday Coupe, finished in blue inside and out, brings that legacy back with a recently rebuilt powertrain and modern precision engineering. Located in Orland Park, Illinois, this example is powered by a period-correct but non-numbers-matching 455ci V8, paired with a Turbo 400 transmission. With a reported rebuild date of May 2023, this 442 offers a fresh take on classic American muscle.

Exterior and Interior

Presented in blue, both the exterior and interior carry a unified color scheme that enhances this coupe’s muscular presence. The Holiday Coupe body style delivers the long hood and short deck proportions that define muscle cars of the early 1970s. Chrome trim and badging complement the finish, while the overall stance hints at the performance potential within. Inside, the cabin is also finished in blue, reflecting Oldsmobile’s styling of the era with a straightforward, driver-centered layout. The interior emphasizes authenticity and function, balancing the bold exterior presentation with a clean and uncluttered driving environment.

Engine

At the heart of this 442 lies a 455ci V8, built to full roller specifications, balanced and blueprinted. The engine rebuild was reportedly completed in May 2023, with receipts and paperwork provided, ensuring peace of mind for the next owner. With 10.5:1 compression, MSD electronic management, and careful assembly, this period-correct but non-numbers-matching motor offers both reliability and performance. Power is delivered through a Turbo 400 automatic transmission to the rear wheels, staying true to the 442’s classic layout. With just 500 miles reported since the rebuild, this Oldsmobile stands as a freshly sorted muscle car, combining vintage appeal with modern precision

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Passenger side photo of 1967 Oldsmobile 442

1967 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

Current Ask
SOLD

The Oldsmobile 442 was a muscle car made between 1964 and 1980. The name was revived for some later years as well, but the era stated above is arguably the most interesting one. As is the name. Sounds pretty random, doesn’t it? 442 or 4-4-2. Well, you see, it has a meaning, because the original 442 came with a 4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission and 2 exhausts (dual exhaust configuration). Now do you get it? We had to do some research too, to get it. Either way, we have a 1967 Oldsmobile 442 Supreme for sale right now from Statham, Georgia. The car is a numbers-matching example with a 4-speed Muncie, a 400ci V8 and original 442 badging too. Grab it quick!

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Passenger side photo of 1969 Oldsmobile 442

1969 Oldsmobile 442

Current Ask
$54,999

Now here’s a legend of the muscle car scene, the fearsome Oldsmobile 442. Made between 1964 and 1980 as a proper performance machine, it was well-known for decimating nearly all comers at the drag strip. The 442 was potent out of the box, but it could also be tuned with near unlimited scope. Today, those who seek a 442 do so not only for its performative capabilities but its style as well. That’s why we are proud to offer this Torrance-based second-generation 1969 Oldsmobile 442 for sale. With under 107,000 miles, it’s definitely been enjoyed but has so much more to give. Of course when you’ve got a 400ci V8 under the hood and a stick shift to control it with, you don’t want to end journeys too quickly…

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Passenger side photo of 1970 Oldsmobile 442

1970 Oldsmobile 442

Current Ask
SOLD

The Oldsmobile 442 earned its reputation in the golden muscle car era by combining power, presence, and everyday drivability. By 1970, it stood shoulder to shoulder with GM’s finest offerings, and today it remains one of the most respected names of the period. Our featured 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Holiday Coupe, finished in blue inside and out, brings that legacy back with a recently rebuilt powertrain and modern precision engineering. Located in Orland Park, Illinois, this example is powered by a period-correct but non-numbers-matching 455ci V8, paired with a Turbo 400 transmission. With a reported rebuild date of May 2023, this 442 offers a fresh take on classic American muscle.

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Current Ask
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Current Ask
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Current Ask
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