A 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible is set to cross the auction block through Swafford Auction Group LLC, offering collectors a classic American drop-top with a long ownership history and period V8 performance.
Listed as Lot #11004, the Cutlass will begin bidding in three days with a starting price of $15,000. The convertible has remained with the same owner since 1995, adding to its appeal for buyers seeking a classic vehicle with extended caretaker history.
The car underwent a restoration during the early 1990s, preserving the styling and character that helped make the Cutlass one of Oldsmobile’s most recognizable models of the era. While details surrounding the scope of the restoration were not provided, the vehicle presents as a restored example from the final years of the brand’s popular early-1970s convertible lineup.
Power comes from Oldsmobile’s Rocket 350 engine, a V8 that became widely associated with the division’s performance-oriented vehicles during the muscle car era. The Rocket 350 offered a blend of everyday drivability and strong V8 power, making it a common choice among Oldsmobile enthusiasts.
The odometer currently reads 8,861 miles, although additional documentation regarding total mileage was not noted in the listing. Accompanying paperwork for the vehicle includes an Alabama bill of sale and registration.
Convertible models from the early 1970s continue to attract interest as collectors pursue open-top American classics with vintage styling and V8 powertrains. The 1972 model year also marked a transitional period for Detroit automakers as the industry adapted to changing emissions standards and evolving consumer preferences.
With longtime ownership, restored condition and classic Oldsmobile V8 power, the Cutlass Convertible is expected to draw attention when bidding opens later this week. See it here.
Swafford Auctions, LLC is excited to announce our upcoming Classic Car Auction to be held inside the old Kmart building located at 1525 Chestnut Bypass in Centre, Alabama. The auction will take place on May 16 at 10:00 a.m. CDT.
We will also have an outdoor PROJECT VEHICLE SALES CORRAL specific to project vehicles.
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