Oldsmobile 88 Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Oldsmobile 88
1981 Oldsmobile Delta 88
Overview
Manufacturer	General Motors
Model years	1949–1999
Body and chassis
Class	Full-size
Layout	FR layout (1949–1985) Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive (1986–1999)
Chronology
Predecessor	Oldsmobile 78
Successor	Oldsmobile Aurora

A 1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88

A 1992-1999 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight

The Oldsmobile 88, also known as the Eighty Eight, was a very popular car. It was made by Oldsmobile, a division of the big car company General Motors. This car was first built in 1949. It was produced for a long time, all the way until 1999! Over these years, the Oldsmobile 88 changed its look and features many times. It was a full-size car, meaning it was quite large.

The "Rocket" Engine Era (1949-1964)
- Racing Success
- Early Designs
Changing Styles (1965-1985)
- New Features
Modern Look (1986-1999)
- Final Years
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The "Rocket" Engine Era (1949-1964)

The Oldsmobile 88 became famous very quickly. This was because of its powerful new engine. It was called the "Rocket" V8 engine. This engine made the car very fast for its time.

Racing Success

Because it was so powerful, the Oldsmobile 88 was popular in stock car racing. It won many races in the early 1950s. This helped make the car even more famous. People loved its speed and style.

Early Designs

The first Oldsmobile 88 cars had a classic 1950s look. They often had shiny chrome details. They also had smooth, rounded shapes. Over these years, the car got new designs every few years.

Changing Styles (1965-1985)

The Oldsmobile 88 kept changing its look. Cars from the 1960s and 1970s became longer and wider. They had more squared-off designs. The car was available in many different versions. These included sedans, coupes, and even convertibles.

New Features

As years passed, the Oldsmobile 88 added new features. These made the car more comfortable and safer. Things like air conditioning and power steering became common. The car was designed to be a smooth ride for families.

Modern Look (1986-1999)

In the mid-1980s, the Oldsmobile 88 changed a lot. It became a bit smaller and more fuel-efficient. It also switched from rear-wheel drive to front-wheel drive. This was a big change in how the car worked.

Final Years

The Oldsmobile 88 continued to be a popular choice for families. It was known for being reliable and comfortable. The car was eventually stopped being made after the 1999 model year. It was replaced by newer models like the Oldsmobile Aurora. The Oldsmobile 88 had a very long and successful run.

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Buck Baker's 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 stock car
1949 Oldsmobile 88
1950 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 Club Coupe
1952 Oldsmobile 88 Holiday hardtop coupe
1950 Oldsmobile 88 station wagon
1954 Oldsmobile 88 sedan
1955 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday hardtop coupe
1955 Oldsmobile 88 sedan
1956 Oldsmobile Super 88 4-Door Sedan
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday hardtop sedan
1957 Oldsmobile 88 Fiesta hardtop wagon
1958 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday hardtop coupe
1958 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 taillight detailing
1959 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Scenicoupe
1959 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Sport Sedan
1960 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Convertible
1960 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Holiday Scenicoupe, rear view
1961 Oldsmobile Super 88 Celebrity Sedan
1961 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Celebrity Sedan, rear view
1962 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe
1962 Oldsmobile Super 88 Celebrity Sedan
For 1962 the Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Fiesta station wagon mostly retained the rear design of the 1961 model
1964 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Fiesta station wagon
1966 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Holiday Sedan
1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Holiday Sedan
1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Holiday Coupe, rear view
1968 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Holiday Coupe
1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Town Sedan
1971 Oldsmobile Delta 88 sedan
1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 convertible
1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale convertible interior
1972 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Holiday hardtop coupe
1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale convertible
1975 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale convertible
1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88 coupe
1978 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale coupe
1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale sedan, rear view
1985 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale sedan
1986 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham coupe, rear view
1987 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale sedan
1990 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight Royale sedan, rear view
1990-91 Oldsmobile Eighty Eight Royale sedan
1992 or 1993 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Royale
1994 Oldsmobile LSS
1998 Oldsmobile Regency
1996 Oldsmobile LSS (rear view)

Oldsmobile 88 facts for kids

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