1968 Oldsmobile Toronado review from North America
"King of front wheeler.. period !!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Right side c/v boot cracked and replaced.
Both lower ball joints had to be changed at 72000 miles.
Body to frame bushings needed to be changed badly cracked especially the ones in front of rear wheels.. big job and hard to find..found out that the ones from 80s chevy caprice are the same thickness a bit smaller, but OK.
Still have to change exhaust donut on right side manifold connection.
General comments?
Incredible car!!
Too heavy for high performance, but wasn't built for that experience.
Constant head turner!! the front bumper is no match for beautiful chrome looks.. and the grills that go up makes kids popping their eyes and my friends saying wow!!
The coolest thing is the turning barrel shape speedometer.. friends likes to take a look while turning.
5-10 feet of smoking tire when pushed hard..
The rocket 455 is very reliable, always starts, and so far the th425 transmission is still shifting fine.
The 455 doesn't like 87 octane, you can hear engine knocking and feel a bit of shaking, have to put at least 94 octane.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1968 |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 455 c.i Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 66900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 89700 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Park Avenue |
| Date of Entry | 10th June, 2005 |