The 1961 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible finished in white with a red interior was offered for sale at the 2006 Worldwide Group Auction held on Hilton Head Island where it was expected to fetch between $25,000-$35,000. It has had two owners since new and has traveled 54,704 miles since new. It is equipped with an automatic gearbox and a 394 cubic-inch V8 rated at 330 horsepower. It was given an 'anti-spin', also known as positive-traction, rear end. The interior features original leather buck sets and pile carpeting and fitted mats. Accessory items ordered on the vehicle were power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power driver seat, power antenna, power trunk lid release, power top, fender skirts, dual mirrors, tined windshield glass, and a day/night rearview mirror. At the conclusion of the auction this vehicle had been sold for $24,200.
By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2006