1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350 F85 Rare Barn Find! on 2040-cars
Dillonvale, Ohio, United States
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1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350. This is a very rare car. Although there were over a thousand Rallye 350's built in 1970, less than 200 were built on the F85 2 door post platform. To make this car even more rare, it has a factory 4 speed. According to some research, it appears that less than 20 were factory 2 door post 4 speed cars (about 12 built according to a few articles I read). This car had the same owner from 1970 until last spring. The owner stopped driving the car in 1980 and parked it in his barn. He passed away a few years ago and I bought it from his estate. The car still retains all original parts with the exception of the water pump. According to his brother, the water pump started to leak and the auto parts store sold him one that was incorrect. After installing the water pump to find out it was too short, he became disgusted and put the car in the barn and did not touch it again. It has the original 350, 4 speed, 12 bolt posi traction rear end, and air induction air cleaner and hood. The car also has the original rear spoiler. The car has a factory bench seat, Hurst 4 speed shifter, 4 spoke steering wheel, and rubber floor mat (no carpet). The interior is still pretty nice. The original induction hood has some minor damage to the fiberglass in the front. The car needs a total restoration. The motor turns free but I did not attempt to start it. The clutch seems to engage and the transmission shifts through all gears. The gas tank was shot so I removed it. The floor pans and trunk floor are solid with the exception of one area under the driver's seat. The frame is rusty but useable. The lower front fenders have rust as well as the lower quarter panels. The doors are fairly solid and close well (they do not sag and the door skin lips are still tight). The deck lid and spoiler are decent. There is very little to no rust around the front and rear windows. This car deserves a frame off restoration. It is not a project for someone with little experience or funding. I have done restorations for over 20 years and the car needs everything to be done correctly. If it does not sell I will keep it and eventually restore it. I will not reveal the reserve. Please do not bid if you have no intention of following through with the sale. The buyer is responsible for transport. The car will not leave my possession until all funds clear. Please email with any questions. Good luck.
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