1968 OLDSMOBILE 442 HOLIDAY COUPE

OVERVIEW

This 1968 Oldsmobile 442 is powered by a reportedly numbers-matching Rocket 400ci V8 mated to a reportedly original four-speed Muncie M21 manual transmission. Finished in Willow Gold with a black vinyl top over a black vinyl interior, this Holiday Coupe is now offered by the seller with receipts, the original air cleaner with 442 decals, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Underwent complete restoration in 2022
• Anti-Spin differential with 3.42 gears
• Power options include steering and front disc brakes 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Illinois 

EXTERIOR

• Willow Gold paint 
• Black vinyl top 
• Rally stripes
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Fender flares 
• Chrome bumpers 

Updates

• Exterior was repainted in its original color in November 2022

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch Eagle five-spoke chrome wheels 
• Staggered-width radial tires 
  • 215/65 Falken front 
  • 235/70 BFGoodrich Radial T/A rear 

INTERIOR

• Black vinyl upholstery
• Bucket seats
• Center console with manual shifter
• Power steering  
• Three-spoke steering wheel 
• Factory AM radio 
• Heater

INSTRUMENTS

• Rally Pac gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer 
  • 7,000-rpm tachometer with clock 
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Fuel 
• Odometer shows 84,551 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Rocket 400ci V8
  • 350 horsepower 
  • 440 lb-ft of torque 
  • 10.5:1 compression ratio 
  • Four-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Four-speed Muncie M21 manual 

Service History Highlights 

• Oil was changed September 25, 2025

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Anti-Spin differential
  • 3.42 gears
• Power front disc brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

Service History Highlights

• December 2022
  • New bearing cup, cone, pinion set, gears, and differential gasket set were installed
• November 2022
  • New differential gasket 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• This Oldsmobile is said to be free from any substantial imperfections

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Receipts 
• Original air cleaner with 442 decals 

AUTOHUNTER ADMIN NOTE 9/30/2025 @ 4:06 PM AZ TIME: Listing updated to reflect that this vehicle is equipped with a reportedly original M21 manual transmission

AUTOHUNTER ADMIN NOTE 9/30/2025 @ 3:48 PM AZ TIME: Listing updated to reflect this vehicle's transmission is not an M22