The original owner wanted a 442, but the price tag on a 442 was a little out of reach, so this 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S was ordered new with every 442 option except for the 455 Olds engine. It’s got the bucket seats, 4-speed, Outside Air Induction fiberglass hood, sway bars, disc brakes… and a 350 4-barrel. It’s an interesting car, and here’s where the journey back to greatness begins.
Project: The Chevelle – a.k.a. Business Coupe – a.k.a Darth VaderThe Premise: Build and drive a 1966 Chevelle Malibu, as a street cruiser that has been modified with the aftermarket’s ample supply of parts and accessories. The goal is to modify the underpinnings and drivetrain with modern equipment while maintaining the vintage appeal of a 60’s icon.
I was in high school when I met Pete Kurpiewski, a guy a few years older than I who claimed to have a California-bought ’68 Camaro SS in his garage. “BS!” I exclaimed, as no punks our age seemed capable of owning such a car. Pete proved me wrong by showing me the half-disassembled body shell on jack stands in his dad’s garage. Plans included the full pro-street treatment…
I have had an infatuation (some might call it an addiction/problem) with cars from an early age. The car that started the problem was my cousins 1987 Buick Grand National. Once he lowered it and added some Centerlines that was it, I was hooked! I have always wanted to build a car that was “mine” and I got that chance a few years ago. Much like a few others on the forum …
When I bought the car I was looking for an all original car. This was as close as I could find; two owners and one repaint. My plans were to just leave it and drive it as is while I was building my other car. But as plans often change, one day I thought I would just do a motor swap… well the rest is history. I stripped it to bare metal and started the body and paint.
1961 BelAir-Owner: Randal Lanclos
-Builder: GAP Racing
-Paint: Masters Paint & Body-Interior: Dakota Digital dash, AC, and Air Ride control. Vintage Air Conditioning, Lokar shifter and pedals, Ididit column, Intro steering wheel. JL Audio speakers and amplifier.
-Builder : GAP Racing -Paint : HK Collision
-Interior : GAP Racing and Westside Upholstery
Heated Leather seats, Vintage Air Conditioning, MCI Console, Kenwood Radio w/ Navigation, JL Audio Speakers and Amp, OnStar, Dakota Digital VHX Gauges, Anvil Auto gauge pod and sill plates …
I was in high school when I met Pete Kurpiewski, a guy a few years older than I who claimed to have a California-bought ’68 Camaro SS in his garage. “BS!” I exclaimed, as no punks our age seemed capable of owning such a car. Pete proved me wrong by showing me the half-disassembled body shell on jack stands in his dad’s garage. Plans included the full pro-street treatment…
I have had an infatuation (some might call it an addiction/problem) with cars from an early age. The car that started the problem was my cousins 1987 Buick Grand National. Once he lowered it and added some Centerlines that was it, I was hooked! I have always wanted to build a car that was “mine” and I got that chance a few years ago. Much like a few others on the forum …
When I bought the car I was looking for an all original car. This was as close as I could find; two owners and one repaint. My plans were to just leave it and drive it as is while I was building my other car. But as plans often change, one day I thought I would just do a motor swap… well the rest is history. I stripped it to bare metal and started the body and paint.
1961 BelAir-Owner: Randal Lanclos
-Paint : HK Collision