Wednesday, 30 June 2010 16:00

1,650 Horsepower, L88 Style

(Three L88s crossed the block recently, and we asked CM analyst Mark Rudnick to compare and contrast them. – CM.) {analysis}
Years Produced:1954-56
Number Produced:24,530
Original List Price:$3,276 in 1955
SCM Valuation:
Tune Up Cost:$250
Distributor Caps:$32
Chassis Number Location:Left door pillar
Engine Number Location:Block above water pump, left corner of block above generator, front of left cyl; head at negative battery terminal, plate on floor inside right door
Club Info:Oldsmobile Club of America, PO Box 80318, Lansing MI, 48908
Website:www.​oldsclub.​org
Alternatives:Dual Ghia,1954-55 Cadillac Eldorado convertible, 1954-57 Buick Roadmaster convertible
Investment Grade:B
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