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1956 Oldsmobile – Jim Sheldon

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Vehicle Quick Facts

Profile ID: 11031
Year: 1956
Make: Oldsmobile
Model:
Markets: Classic & Antique, Driven Daily, Performance, Resto-Mod, Rod & Custom
Vehicle Type: American
Contact: Detroit Speed, Inc.

Vehicle Story

The Car: 1956 Oldsmobile 88 with a GM 385 Fast Burn crate engine and 700 R4 transmission.

The Project: Jim and his wife owned one when they were first married. Jim is ready for a Pro-Touring upgrade. We installed a first generation Camaro front subframe with our DSE Coilover Conversion Kit, Upper Control Arms, and all the rest of our steering and suspension components. We also installed Baer brakes, Budnik wheels, a Ford 9" rear axle, and a Vintage Air Gen II Super A/C system. This car has stock body lines with a killer Pro-Touring stance!

The Owner: Jim and his wife put many miles on the car. He has driven on several power tours, taken it to Florida many times, and participated in the rod and customs Ego Rama.

Build Sheet

Manufacturers

Baer Brakes - Braking System
Detroit Speed, Inc. - Complete Build (Front Subframe Install/Coilover Conversion/Upper Control Arms/DSE Steering Components)
Optima Batteries - Battery
Vintage Air - Heating/Air Conditioning