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1949 Oldsmobile Futuramic 88 Convertible

303 CI Rocket V8 | Four-Speed Hydra-Matic Automatic | Power Convertible Top | Crest Blue Full Repaint | Owner's Manual Included

Lot # 8475
Location Fort Worth, TX 76137
Seller Dealer
4740
303CI Rocket V8
4 Speed Automatic
Crest Blue
Blue
498B5347
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1949 Oldsmobile Futuramic 88 Convertible

This 1949 Oldsmobile Futuramic 88 Convertible is a striking example of postwar American optimism. The 88 holds a special place in automotive history. It paired the new high-compression Rocket V8 with a lighter body, and many historians credit it with planting the seeds of the muscle car era. This convertible honors that heritage with a full repaint in Crest Blue, gleaming chrome bumpers, and crisp white wall tires that draw attention everywhere it goes. A power blue canvas top delivers open-air cruising at the touch of a switch. Inside, a blue vinyl bench seat and a white-painted dash with original gauges keep the cabin true to its era. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply love early postwar design, this Futuramic 88 brings style, history, and V8 character together in one rare package.

Engine & Drivetrain

  • Legendary 303 CI Rocket V8, the overhead-valve engine that made the 88 a performance icon
  • Two-barrel carburetor for smooth, dependable fuel delivery
  • Four-speed automatic transmission for relaxed, easygoing cruising
  • Column-mounted shifter for a clean, period-correct driving feel
  • Factory-style single exhaust carries the signature Oldsmobile rumble
  • Clean, well-organized engine bay

Exterior

  • Full repaint in striking Crest Blue
  • Gleaming chrome bumpers and bright accents
  • Power convertible top in blue canvas for effortless open-air driving
  • Chrome wheel covers on 15″ wheels
  • White wall tires sized 225/75R15
  • Sweeping Futuramic lines that capture the bold design spirit of 1949

Interior

  • Blue vinyl bench seat with matching blue vinyl door panels
  • White-painted dash with original gauges and controls
  • White factory steering wheel on a white steering column
  • Factory AM radio retained for authentic period detail
  • Functional heating keeps the cabin comfortable on cooler drives
  • Spacious bench seating with plenty of room for passengers

Highlights

  • Full repaint in Crest Blue with chrome accents
  • 303 CI Rocket V8
  • Four-speed automatic transmission with column shifter
  • Power convertible top in blue canvas
  • Blue vinyl bench seating and door panels
  • White-painted dash with factory gauges
  • Chrome wheel covers on 15″ wheels
  • White wall tires sized 225/75R15
  • Functional heating
  • Owner’s manual included

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