1987 Oldsmobile 442 review from North America
"Can be better than it was built"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
So far Nothing has gone wrong with the car, Know that I can afford it, I always thought this car was under powered for its preformance. It can power brake, but I think it can do better. I have bought a 455 cubic inch big block motor for it, also I have had a custom 700R4 made to fit this motor and mount up nicely to this mounts.
General comments?
If you want sound out of a 305 I would recomend headers and 3 inch exhaust with no converts or mufflers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 1987 |
| Engine and transmission | 305 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 3 miles |
| Most recent distance | 68500 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th December, 2005 |