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Oldsmobile introduced their new overhead-valve 'Rocket' V8 engine in the lighter-weight 88 series for 1949, making it - perhaps - one of the first muscle cars on American roads. Ike Turner and his Rhythm Kings' hit song of 1951, the 'Rocket 88', helped popularize the vehicle even further and put it on a path of becoming a cultural phenomenon. In 1957, Oldsmobile released the high-performance J2 option, with triple carburetion helping to unleash the 371 cubic-inch V8's full potential. The J2 used its center carburetor for everyday driving, but when extra power was needed, the two outer four barrels were opened up for full effect.
The 1957 Super 88 was given Oldsmobile's signature massive front grille that runs the full width of the car, side body trim spears and twin jet-inspired fender ornaments echoing the center hood spear. The front fenders carry the 'Super 88' crest in an overlaid rocket theme. In the back is a large wraparound bumper with huge and imposing taillights mounted high in the body. The jet-inspired appearance continued into the interior, with padded wraparound dash and 'space-age' central speedometer flanked by a host of chrome buttons, dials, and control switches. The Oldsmobile oval and crosshair crest could be found at the center of the steering wheel.
This 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible features the J2 intake system. The 371 cubic-inch 'Oldsmobile Rocket' V-8 engine offers 312 horsepower and is mated to a Hydra-Matic four-speed automatic transmission. The J2 option was a rather expensive option, costing $395.
It has been given a full restoration and finished in Ice Green and rides on a set of wire wheels mounting period-style wide whitewall tires. Amenities in this Super 88 include power steering, power brakes, and a power top.
The 1957 Super 88 was given Oldsmobile's signature massive front grille that runs the full width of the car, side body trim spears and twin jet-inspired fender ornaments echoing the center hood spear. The front fenders carry the 'Super 88' crest in an overlaid rocket theme. In the back is a large wraparound bumper with huge and imposing taillights mounted high in the body. The jet-inspired appearance continued into the interior, with padded wraparound dash and 'space-age' central speedometer flanked by a host of chrome buttons, dials, and control switches. The Oldsmobile oval and crosshair crest could be found at the center of the steering wheel.
This 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible features the J2 intake system. The 371 cubic-inch 'Oldsmobile Rocket' V-8 engine offers 312 horsepower and is mated to a Hydra-Matic four-speed automatic transmission. The J2 option was a rather expensive option, costing $395.
It has been given a full restoration and finished in Ice Green and rides on a set of wire wheels mounting period-style wide whitewall tires. Amenities in this Super 88 include power steering, power brakes, and a power top.
2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Pacific Grove Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $80,000-USD $100,000
Sale Price :
USD $49,500
1957 Oldsmobile Super Eighty-Eight Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Oldsmobile Super Eighty-Eight
(Data based on Model Year 1957 sales)
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Chassis#: 73637sd800489 Sold for USD$33,550 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Custom Chassis#: 578l14426 Sold for USD$126,500 2024 Mecum : Glendale | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible Chassis#: 578k11262 Sold for USD$74,800 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Chassis#: 73637sd807680 Sold for USD$30,800 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 Chassis#: 578C08853 Sold for USD$66,000 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 Chassis#: 578M07805 Sold for USD$49,500 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Houston | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible Chassis#: 578M22498 Sold for USD$68,200 2022 Mecum : Monterey | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Chassis#: 578W02556 Sold for USD$62,000 2022 GAA : July 2022 | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Hardtop Sold for USD$45,100 2022 Mecum : Orlando | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sold for USD$55,000 2022 Mecum : Orlando | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sold for USD$51,700 2022 Mecum : Tulsa | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe Sold for USD$56,000 2022 GAA : February 2022 | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 Chassis#: 73637SD800489 Sold for USD$66,000 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible Sold for USD$77,000 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sold for USD$44,000 2021 Mecum : Dallas | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 Chassis#: 578W11678 Sold for USD$20,900 2021 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 578K08637 Sold for USD$52,250 2021 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sold for USD$39,600 2021 Mecum : Glendale | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible Chassis#: 578C11659 Sold for USD$71,500 2021 RM Sothebys : Open Roads February | |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Sold for USD$55,000 2020 Mecum : Indy |
Oldsmobile Super Eighty-Eights That Failed To Sell At Auction
1957 Oldsmobile Super Eighty-Eight's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Hardtop | 577m39753 | 2023 Mecum : Dallas | $40,000 | ||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $38,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible | 2022 Mecum Indy | $70,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2020 Mecum : Las Vegas | $27,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Convertible | 2019 Mecum : Las Vegas | $60,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2019 GAA : July 2019 | $17,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | $28,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe | 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | $60,000 | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 4 DOOR HARD TOP | 2017 McCormick's Auction # 63 | $9,500 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe | 2017 Auctions America : Auburn Spring | $48,000 | $52,000 | ||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 4 DOOR | 2017 McCormick's # 62 | $25,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | $13,000 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CVTBLE | 2016 McCormick's Palm Springs # 60 | $65,000 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CVTBLE | 2016 McCormick's Auction # 60 | $65,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2016 Silver Auction Arizona in January 2016 | $26,500 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 2 Dr Hardtop | 2016 Russo & Steele : Arizona | ||||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | $13,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Hardtop | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | $25,000 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CONVERTIBLE | 578T05815 | 2015 Mecum Anaheim | $50,000 | ||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CONVERTIBLE | 2015 Mecum Dallas | $52,500 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 CONVERTIBLE | 2015 Mecum Harrisburg | $70,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2014 Fall Carlisle Auction | ||||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 J2 | 2013 McCormick's Palm Springs # 55 | $22,000 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 J2 | 2013 McCormick's Palm Springs # 55 | $22,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 | 2013 Mecum Auctions Dallas 2013 | $18,000 | |||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 J-2 Convertible | 578C09900 | 2012 RM Auctions St. Johns, Michigan | $52,500 | $60,000 | $80,000 |
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe | 2010 Mecum Dana Mecum's Original Spring Classic Auction | $21,000 | |||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 | 578C08853 | 2009 Silver Auction Arizona in January | $40,000 | ||
1957 OLDSMOBILE SUPER 88 | 578C08853 | 2009 Silver Auction Arizona in January | $40,000 | ||
1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Two Door Hardtop | 2008 Leake Auctions Dallas 36th Annual Leake Auto Auction Market Hall | $21,000 |
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