4k Mile, 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Coupe Review & Drive - Check out article in description!
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- A review of my finally finished 1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale coupe, including a drive.
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4600 lbs of handsome styling, comfortable ride, and old school V8 torque. This car is such an honest survivor and I love it. Rarely do you see this specific coupe body style anymore, and I think it may be the best looking of those available for the full size '71-'76 GM cars. You've done a magnificent job of bringing this one back to orginal condition. This has to be the closest we'll ever get to seeing a showroom fresh '75 Delta 88 in HD video.
That's 2.05 imperial tons or 2.09 metric tonnes. Your 2.3 tons. mmmm.
What a beauty !! Back in autumn of 1974 , straight out of high school, I scored a service dept. job at our local GM/ Chevy/ Oldsmobile dealer. These 1975 models were just hitting the showroom floors. I got to drive many of these Oldsmobiles as a result. From the one finger power steering , toe-touch power brakes, the solid ride, solid TANK build and the GLUG GLUG GLUG sound of the exhaust , this was a fantastic crusing machine. I fell in love with with Oldsmobile there and then at 16 yrs old. Every car I owned until 1990 was an OLDS. I was never dissapointed ! LOVE THIS MACHINE !!
Now, this is something special, this is right at the top of genuine American design and style. It's a beauty.
Cool.
The lack of vinyl roof really sets it off.
Hard now to realize they offered this and the FWD Toronado simultaneously.
Toronado was Oldsmobile’s personal luxury car (coupe only). This was a mid level model (the Eighty Eight) was between the Cutless Supreme and the Ninety Eight. This model came in coupe, sedan and station wagon (Custom Cruiser) applications.
This is my favorite car on the channel thus far. To see a 4,000 original big block non A/C car with super rare options in coupe form is just absolutely stunning. I really love that Adam disclosed the provanance of the car along with those details shared by the original lady who custom ordered the car from new. The story really makes it for me honestly. Please include more of those details in up in coming reviews.
100% agree!
I love your approach, details, camera work and history of cars on your videos. No stupid music, just a great presentation that brings the viewer along. Thanks!!
Funny how key buzzers never fail
That’s a great point - they last like pyramids
It’s surprising that the mice didn’t get to the seats or other components. I’ve never known a barn that didn’t have a critter or two. Great job on the car.
Mousers that are allowed to get into the barn helps control them considerably.
What a beauty. My father had the 73 Cutlass . Rocket engine 350 4 barrel. Beast of an engine.
What a beautiful beautiful BEAUTIFUL vehicle.
The silky-smooth, nearly silent motor is amazing. Puts modern luxury cars to shame.
@@cantholim1663 *than. They also cost a lot more.
@@cantholim1663
-I think you mean THAN this?
BAHAHAHA
They weren’t in the same market.
The Rolls was also a whole lot more expensive.
Yeah, you can burn rubber for about two blocks!
@@donaldstanfield8862 Maybe you can, but why would you? That's not what this car is for.
@@donaldstanfield8862 Makes me miss the old days. Yes, newer cars have better traction, but laying rubber was so much fun😁 A much safer way to have fun than driving 100 mph like young guys these days.
My great aunt Helen has the 1973 model in green. I loved going places with her in it!
As you always do - great work and video! There’s nothing like learning the history of a vehicle - the “Birth Certificate” of the car! I’m sure the previous owners are proud their “Old’s” is in the best hands and will live on.
love these old cars my late maternal grandmother had a 1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 4D sedan that she traded in for a 1975 powder blue Ford Granada and traded that for a used 79 Cadillac Coupe Deville
I'm in love with this style, beautiful car! ❤❤❤
I continue to be amazed at how you acquire these No-mile beauties.
I had a 74 Delta 88 Royale Coupe. Loved that car!
@Kingdom TV
My parents did too. Green metallic, lighter green vinyl roof, AC, Rocket 350
Great car and very reliable too.
Adam, Excellent work on this car……very handsome car. I always liked that generation of the Oldsmobile steering wheel. When you mention the panel gaps…..Nobody ever talked about these panel gaps when these cars were new. All the cars including Cadillacs had huge panel gaps.
Yes the Cadillacs were horrible. Have owned 4 or 5 of them and sold them all
This is when the Japanese figured out to step up quality ...looking at the poor fit of an American build.....
@@AmishHitman73.Archive sorry, don’t know what you’re referring to.
The presentation in these videos is an awesome touch. I feel like I'm right there and like a walk back in time. Thank you for that. I own a 1979 Thunderbird and these videos makes me want to learn more about my car.
Derek: "I'll be DIPPED. That's a goin' to town rig for a feller. Perfect."
Adam, she is absolutely beautiful !!! You did a magnificant job in the restoration of this true American time capsule. This Olds kind of reminds me of the '74 Pontiac Grand Ville, 455, 2 door that my Uncle Bill had when I was a kid back in the '70's.
Had 1973 4 door Pontiac Grand Ville 455 that I inherited from my Mom, black over brown metallic with the fender skirts. Used to love to flip over the air cleaner lid which opened up a slot and created an awesome “ga-whoosh” when the Four Barrel carb and passing gear kicked in haha!
I am from europe, eastern block, and these American cars from 60s 70s and 80s, those are somehow the dreamcars for me.
So pretty, so unique, total opposite of what we have had. Pieces of fkin junks.
Keep it up, great videos and even greater cars.
I would rock that all day long, super clean, just beautiful. Thank you for being the keeper of the flame.
I’m a cornering lamp aficionado.. especially since they were relatively rare on models like this.. my favorite cornering lamp style were ones on the 1965 Cadillacs .. thanks Adam for great videos and information
Same here, they're so cool! 👊🏼
Pretty rare on 88s, much more common on 98s.
@@donaldstanfield8862 there’s a cool TH-cam video that highlights Guide cornering lamps available on select 1973 Buick models - just search 1973 Buick Guide cornering lights on TH-cam to watch - never realized these lights could be used after the vehicle is parked and the engine turned off in conjunction with the headlights off delay system - very interesting video
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I miss cornering lights/curb lights. I had four Cadillacs (three from the late 70s) and one from the early 80s. The lamps on those cars were almost as bright as alley lights.
in a word. Beautiful.
Just a great car!!! I learned to drive in my Mom's 76 Custom Cruiser clamshell which had the same dash as your car so watching you drive it brought back so many memories.
Gorgeous car! What a find.
That is one beautiful car. You have to love Oldsmobiles. I had a 69 Delta 88 for several years in the 70’s. I had to sell it when I relocated back to the west coast. That car was very good to me. We survived three coast to coast trips and never let me down.
What a beautiful Oldsmobile. I really appreciate these era cars more and more as I get older.
Great car, so happy you shared your gem with us. I remember as a teenager about that fan/off issue on my parents new 1975 Caprice Classic 2dr. They complained about it at the time I remember. I for one loved the car and can still remember the smell of it when they brought it home. It was a little of $6K new and I was lucky to get to actually have it in my possession for 3 months in 1980. It had the 400 bbl 175 horse and I could burn rubber in it. :-)
Most of those v8's in the mid 70's had more horsepower in reality than on paper in the Chilton manual😁They didn't handle or brake like newer cars, but the motors were bears
Great video! I as a owner of a 1980s Oldsmobile Delta 88 sedan appreciates your videos . I hope you can do some videos on the early 80s cars as well as their becoming popular for starter ups into older cars.
OMG I hadn't seen this particular view of it, but looks like it was detailed. Gorgeous!
ahhhhhh, your video brings back memories. I had a low miles 71 delta 88 4 dr hdtp back in the 1980s. I loved every minute of driving it. You did a great video.
I enjoyed this video. I love these mid 70's cars. You did a wonderful job on this car. I was thinking how most cities must look alike during your drive. Then I realized it's my neighborhood. How funny is that. Have a good one!
Love your videos, I lived the seventies and am sixty two now. My father was a successful salesman and got a new car every other year. He wanted power but also a soft ride. We had six kids so it had to be a wagon. I remember shopping for a '73 Buick Estate Wagon and telling him to get this over the Pontiac because it had a 455 vs. a 400 in the Catalina wagon. That he did. We saw a Centurion Convertible with a 455 in the showroom and it stood out among all the other cars. The old boy so wanted that car but knew he needed a wagon! The Centurion convertible to me is still the epitome of big powerful luxury...Thank-you!
A buddy of mine found a convertible version of this car. He did mild customization (lowered it, shaved door handles, added fender skirts, etc) and it looks awesome.
What a beautiful and amazing car. Brings back some awesome memories for me. Thank you. Love your videos and your attention to details.
What a fine example, probably the best one in the world!
Hi, most of the cars you have on I have either worked on or owned back in the 70’s and 80’s. A lot of the engines were good once you figured out that it wasn’t a Stock Car. My first car was a 75 Elite with the 351/400 modified. I ripped the whole front suspension and rear out and replaced everything. I went to Sears and bought 5 new tires. Michelin was making the private label for Sears tires at the time. I balanced the rims first and when they were out of round, I replaced all of them. Rebuild the carb and used the Prestone Tee to rinse the whole cooling system out. Had the defroster on to get the heater core. It ran like a Champ for a long time before she finally met her demise. So I know exactly what you are going through. I really appreciate your knowledge and your willingness to really come across on these videos. Thank You 🙏
Thx Joe!
With regard to the springs, 71-76 full size Chevy and Olds sat taller than Pontiac and Buick which tended to sag in the rear. We had a 72 LeSabre that eventually booster shocks were installed, greatly improving and leveling the stance and ride.
Oh yes, old memories agree, Buick’s did look saggier in back. I had used 76 Olds Delta 88 Royale 4 door hardtop. Massive 455 V8. Yet I think it could sneak up to 15 mpg’s which was better than other brand’s "biggies" at 12/13 mpgs. Pretty cinnamon red with white top. Was fun to roll all hardtop windows down and wide view. Sometimes have a friend drive and sit in back, seemed like a limo and the hood stretched on forever. Was handed down to 4 family members, made it to 300k miles. Never leaked, never used oil, always started. People just got tired of driving it and parked. The worst worn out roads were barely felt, it was the best used car I ever had. Rust was its only prob in the end. Awesome sled and land yacht !! I greatly preferred the 1976 first year rectangular headlights. The whole front design is rectangles and squares, seems a better fit, more balanced/even. It was the very last year of behemoths and I think last dedicated Olds motor in Olds, Pontiac motor in Pontiac, etc. Was it the last year of bullet proof turbo-hydramatic 400?? I also remember the huge 76 Caddy Sedan De’Villes with slab sides and new rectangular lamps. Nice sleds. I recall outraged customers learning their 77 slimmed down Olds did not have an Olds engine, Pontiac, the same, etc. "I didn’t buy a higher end GM model to have a Chevy motor !!" they moaned in 77/78. Another lovely one that stands test of time in design looks, the 73 Pontiac Grand Am. It advertised a plastic front nose that could take a dent and pop right back out, no damage. Sporty sexy good looks. I shall never understand how GM could be selling Pontiacs by the millions and not make enough profit to keep building them !!! Dumb move GM.
I just love this car! I would love to have it in my driveway with my other cars
My Uncle was a huge Olds guy back in the 60s-80s and this car really brings back memories, especially the black color. Great channel, thanks for everything you do
Love all of your videos. Just saw a glimpse of what looks like a 73 or 74 Ford galaxie 500 in your garage. Can't wait to see more. Thanks
I had a 1975 Delta 88 Royale convertible that I ordered from the factory. I was 20 years old and thought I was such a hotshot. I had a ball in that car.
This car is absolutely beautiful. Every vehicle I have owned over the years has been a GM product. I grew up around Oldsmobile's and Pontiac's and loved their style and ride. You have certainly done a nice cleaning to bring the car back to better than new!
Love the side glass between the b and c pillar.
👍 Called a quarter glass!
I think this is my favorite of your cars Adam. I really enjoy your videos. My Michigan family was all about Ford & mostly GM. I learn a lot from your knowledge of the vehicles. Thanks!
You have so many beautiful cars! Most people like muscle cars. I love the big full-size American cars.
Thanks for doing such detailed videos. I knew a woman that bought a new '75 Convertible BITD it was a maroon white top white interior 350 motor, just a gorgeous car!
Great car- I was always very partial to black GM full-size coupes in the 70s.
Great video. Great matching era calculator watch lol 😂. My dream car 1971 Oldsmobile cutlass supreme 4door in blue. I can dream.
Look over the options list! Amazing that cars were so "A La Carte" back in the day.
Another great video. Surely would have made the original owner happy to see it back in its glory. Well done Adam.
Love your channel and this Olds.
My dad had a 1975 Olds 88 sedan (interesting they had hardtop sedans and non hardtop pillar sedans - his was the non-hardtop).
I love the detailed way you go through the cars.
Thanks for sharing!
It is so gratifying and entertaining to see a car of this caliber returned to its original luster. It does seem that everyman vehicles like this one are overlooked if not completely eclipsed in favor of the 442s and other muscle cars with admittedly more sizzle. While I love the performance vehicles, too, I can't pay $50,000 to $100,000 for one. Your videos have inspired me to seek out something at the lower end of the food chain that, for me, will be equally enjoyable but at a much lower price point. Beautiful Olds! Thanks for sharing the great story on its finding, purchase and restoration. Hope you have a blast driving it.
Wow 2.56 rear end gears, now that is a highway cruiser for sure! Super nice car.
Anytime I see Oldsmobiles of this era I think of my uncle Louis (dad's brother) and was the only make car of he ever owned. The years of the ones he had that I can remember was a 66 Starfire, 68 Delta, 71 Delta, 76 Delta, 78 Delta, and an 82 Delta before he passed away. He told me he considered a Toronado in 1966 but bought the Starfire because he got a better deal.
What a gorgeous car....and 455 to boot. Interesting 2.56 axle ratio - she is a highway cruiser for sure. Not that you are racing it but something like a 3.31 ratio would make the car allot more responsive and fun to drive. I love it! I owned a 77 Olds 98 403 that had been ordered with 3.27 axle limited slip - it was a very quick and nimble car for it's size.
3.08 is a great all around gear ⚙️ too!
Great video of a beautiful car. I've never seen a colonnade coupe without a vinyl roof treatment. Stunning. We had a new burgundy '74 Olds convertible with a white interior. This brought back a lot of great memories. Thanks.
👍Such a beauty! Great ‘NEW’ find. I think someone is smiling down upon you. Very keen eye & great luck in finding classic quality. I thoroughly enjoy your collection & channel. I owned a 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme in ‘86.
(I was 19) After some work it was sure a pleasure to drive & very easy on the eyes.
Absolutely amazing. I can't ever remember seeing a coupe only sedans and they were usually brown or green or beige color.
Me too🤔. Never saw to many coupes.
And if I did. Never saw black.
Super cool 2 door 👍🏼👍🏼
I’m almost 73 now but back in 1971 I bought a new Delta 88 black on black just like yours black vinyl top it cost $4200.0
It had vinyl mag wheels mine had a 350 engine. I have a photo of those wheels took a long time to find. Drove it $100,000miles putting new rear springs made it feel like a new car oh well wish I still had it
What a gorgeous piece
"I finally finished..." you make me laugh Adam! I don't know how you brought this gorgeous car back to it's 1975 glory so fast while having a family, a life, and 300 other well-cared-for classic cars! You amaze me. You must sleep 20 minutes a night lol.
Ha, thx! It's true I don't sleep much, hence the night videos.
Nice... You put out some great videos on this beauty! Thanks so much for sharing and all the information.
Great find here! A huge part of the charm of this ol gal is having met and chatted with the original purchaser and owner. Loved this story! You do a very nice job on your restorations… I’d LOVE to stroll thru your storage facilities and reminisce… sigh.
It’s crazy how many of these used to be everywhere, and now you hardly see any. I guess most people just figured there were tons out there and used them all up, or took them to the weekend derbies.
Love the calculator watch.
And of course the ride.
Absolutely fabulous job restoring.....and what a pinnacle of style & design these vehicles were in the 70s. Fantastic job, young man.😉👍
I'm a huge fan of the 70s Oldsmobiles I had a 1972 98 ls 4 door ,
Fantastic car. Well done for bringing it "back to life".
I must admit I am a sucker for horizontal speedos.
In 35 years of motoring I have only owned one horizontal speedo car myself (out of 11 cars), but I guess it is just nostalgia for the my childhood when my father's cars had horizontal speedos.
"Those were the days, my friend".
Gotta love that glovebox door!
One of my favorites. I saw a 73 Delta 88 4 door for sale years ago when I just got my license and they wanted $1800 but couldn’t afford it. Then it was gone until I noticed it behind a falling fence
Gorgeous car - ride the torque wave 4ever! Thx 4 posting
Beautiful car. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Lovely old smog-era car!
If only you could go back in time and whisper in this woman’s ear, “Get the air!”
Enjoy your evening cruises in this grand old girl……👍
Great story and a great save too, lovely car
Awesome condition really!
What a pretty car.
I really like your taste in these big cars….love you channel….
Just a wonderful classic Oldsmobile. Glad to see that you took care of the issue that it had. Pure enjoyment, thanks for the overview and ride. I just love the vintage cars of this time period.
That "Flow Threw" ventilation, meaning always on is why we would bypass the heater core to make for a cooler ventilation during the non-winter season.
Love analog clock, gives perspective and the time.
Beautiful ride
They were good cars and lasted along time !
Absolutely stunning!
I did enjoy this video. The car looks wonderful and I appreciate your love for it. Thanks much!
Kool! You worked hard on this one! Perfect! 😀
Love this channel! I’m in Westland! Add some tire shine to your new tires! :-)
This is a beautiful car, thank you for preserving these great cars! I drove similar cars as a young man, this really brings me back. Americans really love their large vehicles, I really believe that the modern day SUV's are just up to date replacements for the large sedans back in the day. I would love to see your collection if you ever do an exhibition or show.
My dad bought my mom a new '75 Buick Estate Wagon, also with the 455. By the time I turned 16 in 1985, cars were still anemic. Well, we still had the Buick as an extra car to pull a boat and horse trailer. My car was an '83 Ford EXP with barely 70 HP. Guess what my preferred vehicle was? The Buick! In high school, we called it the IROC Wagon lol. It just SOUNDED fast with that 4bbl carb lid turned upside down for that "extra airflow." The handling was downright dangerous as were the brakes on a 5,000 lb +/- vehicle. But....it had disco character.
Beautiful car .. fantastic job
I actually LOVE the black paint--classy look. Well done!
In the late 80's my dad bought a '73 Delta 88 Sedan for a few hundred dollars. My parents had 3 teenage sons at the time and this was the perfect beater for all of us to use. My dad sold it for a little more than what he paid for it after about 5 years.
Grew up in a family of Olds
Grandparents 64 Dynamic Sedan, 72 Delta 88, 76 98 Regency.
Parents 65 442, 68 Delta 88 fastback, 77 (totaled while parked), 78 and 82 Olds Cutlass Supremes.
The car has so much presence. Amazing
Stunning car, loved watching you transform it and bring it back to life! Thanks for sharing with us, and looking forward to the articles :)
Yeah she's a beauty definitely a cruiser nice find!
Beautiful i hope you still have it.
I had one that belonged to my dad. It was rusty red not actul rust.
Softest seats ever!
Mine was California with AC
Beautiful car