1968 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

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The Oldsmobile 442 was a muscle car produced by Oldsmobile. It was introduced as an option package for F-85 and Cutlass models beginning with the 1964 model year. The 442 became a separate model from 1968 through 1971. The wheelbase was 112 in, and over 33,000 were sold for 1968. Despite the engine displacement staying at 400 in, the stroke was increased and the bore decreased to increase torque and improve emissions. However, its long stroke affected performance and they were deemed not as fast as the '67s. Car Life tested a 1968 442 with a 3.42:1 rear axle ratio and attained 0-60 times of 7.0 seconds, and a quarter mile time of 15.13 seconds at 92 mph. Top speed was reported as 115 mph . The base motor was still rated at 350 hp , but only with the standard 3-speed and optional 4-speed; automatics were rated at 325 hp . W-30s were rated again at 360 hp . All standard 1968 442 engines are painted a bronze/copper color, as with the 1967s, topped with a fire red air cleaner. W-30 option cars were equipped with Ram Air intake hoses leading from a chrome topped dual snorkle black air cleaner to special under bumper air scoops and set off by bright red plastic fender wells. In addition, a Turnpike Cruiser option was made available with a 2bbl. carb; this was previously available on the Cutlass Supreme for 1967.

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