The Delta Flyer
Have you ever wondered how Hurst/Olds cars came to be? Well, here is the story. In 1968, GM had a corporate edict that forbade the installation of any engine larger than 400 cubic inches in an intermediate body. Thus, the 442 had a 400, the Chevelle a 396 and the GTO a 389. Shifter mogul George Hurst had a '68 442 that he had swapped an Olds 455 into, and found the swap to be not only successful, but relatively simple. Not only was there an increase in power, but the 455 actually weighed less then the 400 it replaced, so the 442's legendary handling remained intact. George's right-hand man, Jack "Doc" Watson, took the idea of the engine swap a few steps further, adding special paint, a Hurst shifter, engine modifications, and a walnut dash applique, and the Hurst/Olds was born.
There were 10 years that H/Os were built out of 21, from 1968 thru 1988. During those 9 production runs, less than 16,000 total cars were built. Compare that to 30,000 442s built in a single model year, and you will see that the Hurst/Olds is a rare car indeed. Their unique history and combination of luxury and performance make them a topic of conversation wherever they go. For better or for worse, it is not likely that we will see a new Hurst/Olds ever again.
The Official Hurst/Olds Website.
Flagstaff, Arizona the home of the 2008 Hurst/Olds National convention organized by Brenda Kalivianakis and Karl Sup....just do it!
Theres Nothing Like The Feel...
Of An Oldsmobile
My friends Andre' and Richard, Hurst/Olds Team #11 - My East Coast Olds Connection and the real winners of the 2007 Spike TV Bullrun. See you in Flagstaff next year Andre'!!
Meow, meow meow!
Tiger and I would like to thank for stopping by!!
