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Oldsmobile produced 383,000 vehicles in 1959 which earned them seven-percent of the American automobile market. The 1959 Oldsmobile line had been completely restyled which marked the second time in as many years. This was done to keep pace with the very popular 1957 Chrysler models which had Virgil Exner's 'Forward Look.'
The 1959 Oldsmobile grew in length and weight. They had a semi-unitized body and frame from the cowl to the rear. The Series 98 was Oldsmobile's flagship car and was offered in four body styles including the two and four-door Holiday hardtop models, a two-door convertible, and a pillared four-door sedan. The wheelbase measured 126.3-inches and the V8 engine grew to 394 cubic-inches and produced 315 horsepower.
The pricing for the Series 98 began at $4,366 in 1959 which included most of the features found on the 88, plus 98-specific emblems and trim moldings, an electric clock, power steering, power brakes, and a 'Jetaway' Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. A wide selection of upholstery including leather, 'morocceen', and cloth in a variety of colors were available.
This 1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible is painted in two-tone finish of white and black. There are period correct whitewall tires mounted on steel wheels and 'spinner' hubcaps. The interior is tri-tone leather upholstery with a two-tone black and white dash. This car has the optional power-operated windows, an original AM radio, and a heater.
In 2008, this vehicle was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $50,000-$60,000. Those estimates were proven accurate as a high bid of $68,200 including buyer's premium was enough to secure new ownership. The lot was sold.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
The 1959 Oldsmobile grew in length and weight. They had a semi-unitized body and frame from the cowl to the rear. The Series 98 was Oldsmobile's flagship car and was offered in four body styles including the two and four-door Holiday hardtop models, a two-door convertible, and a pillared four-door sedan. The wheelbase measured 126.3-inches and the V8 engine grew to 394 cubic-inches and produced 315 horsepower.
The pricing for the Series 98 began at $4,366 in 1959 which included most of the features found on the 88, plus 98-specific emblems and trim moldings, an electric clock, power steering, power brakes, and a 'Jetaway' Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. A wide selection of upholstery including leather, 'morocceen', and cloth in a variety of colors were available.
This 1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible is painted in two-tone finish of white and black. There are period correct whitewall tires mounted on steel wheels and 'spinner' hubcaps. The interior is tri-tone leather upholstery with a two-tone black and white dash. This car has the optional power-operated windows, an original AM radio, and a heater.
In 2008, this vehicle was brought to the 2nd Annual Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey presented by RM Auctions where it was estimated to sell for $50,000-$60,000. Those estimates were proven accurate as a high bid of $68,200 including buyer's premium was enough to secure new ownership. The lot was sold.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2008
2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $60,000
Sale Price :
USD $68,200
1959 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
(Data based on Model Year 1959 sales)
1959 Oldsmobile Super 98 Holiday Coupe Sold for USD$24,200 2020 Mecum : Indy | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$105,600 2020 Mecum : Glendale | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Chassis#: 599W06255 Sold for USD$77,000 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 599B01973 Sold for USD$60,500 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$37,400 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Sedan Sold for USD$20,000 2017 Mecum : Chicago | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$38,500 2017 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Hardtop Sold for USD$16,000 2017 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Sports Sedan Sold for USD$20,025 2016 Collector Car Productions - Toronto Spring Classic Car | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 Sold for USD$23,100 2016 McCormick's - Palm Springs # 60 | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 Sold for USD$23,100 2016 McCormick's Auction # 60 | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE HOLIDAY 98 Chassis#: 599M13068 Sold for USD$20,900 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Hardtop Sold for USD$29,000 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$50,050 2015 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE HOLIDAY 98 Chassis#: 599M33016 Sold for USD$30,800 2015 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Sold for USD$20,250 2015 Silver Auction - Arizona in the Spring | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Sold for USD$24,000 2015 Silver Auction - Arizona in January | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$51,700 2014 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible Sold for USD$82,500 2014 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 2 DOOR COUPE Chassis#: 599M33016 Sold for USD$29,700 2014 Barrett-Jackson - Reno Tahoe |
Oldsmobile Ninety-Eights That Failed To Sell At Auction
1959 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 599k03294 | 2023 Mecum : Indy | $40,000 | ||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2019 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale | ||||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | $29,000 | |||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2017 Branson Collector Car Auction | $20,000 | |||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2016 Mecum Portland | $60,000 | |||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Hardtop | 2016 Mecum Indianapolis | $23,000 | |||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 | 599M18198 | 2016 GPK Auctions Atlantic City | $37,000 | ||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 | 599M18198 | 2016 GPK Auctions Atlantic City | |||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 | 599M18198 | 2016 GPK Auctions Atlantic City | $37,500 | ||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 | 2015 Carlisle Auctions: Lakeland Fall Auction | ||||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2015 Leake Auction Tulsa, OK | $41,000 | |||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 599K04120 | 2013 Russo & Steele Newport Beach | $46,000 | ||
1959 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible | 2011 Dana Mecum's Original Spring Classic Auction 24th Year | $71,000 | |||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 CONVERTIBLE | 599M27116 | 2011 Auctions America Fort Lauderdale | $21,000 | ||
1959 OLDSMOBILE HOLIDAY 98 | 599M17700 | 2004 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auction February 2004 | $24,000 | ||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 TWO DOOR HARDTOP | 2003 Kruse Auctions Las Vegas, NV | ||||
1959 OLDSMOBILE 98 CONVERTIBLE | 2003 Kruse Auction Ft.Lauderdale, Fl | $34,000 |
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