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1932 Oldsmobile Indy Racer

1932 Oldsmobile Indy Racer 1932 Oldsmobile Indy Racer 1932 Oldsmobile Indy Racer The 1930s were a tumultuous time for the American automobile industry. The Great Depression would cause many manufacturers to seize production while others would thrive. Oldsmobile would be one of the success stories. In 1929, before the stock market crash, Oldsmobile sold over 100,000 units after a two-year slump. These numbers would increase steadily for several years.

In 1932 Oldsmobile introduced the new L-Eight engine, their first straight 8 which would be a popular choice among racers. With the economy taking its toll on the racing industry, relaxed regulations led to 'Junkyard Formula' race cars. This car was hand-built as a homage to these race cars, built around the L-Eight driveline. The body was hand fabricated out of flat aluminum. It is powered by the last blueprinted Oldsmobile engine that was built by two-time Great Race Grand Champion Rex Gardner.

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