Production began in 1978 Initially offered as a 350-CID V8, a V6 version was offered in 1979 and again in 1982 Largely based on the Oldsmobile 350-CID gasoline engine Plagued by severe problems ...

Having been defunct for over 20 years, the Oldsmobile has a long legacy and part of that is due to the Rocket 88 V8 engine that powered the vehicle. This engine dates back to 1949, and it was one ...

Engines have had to change significantly over the years as a result of emissions laws, which has led to some incredible ...

High power, or low weight? We're watching that all play out as a 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass W31 and a 1972 Pontiac GTO 455 HO go ...

This Oldsmobile Toronado is presented in decent shape for an old car, has no modifications whatsoever, and is for sale with a ...

Or the fact that it was the first real king of NASCAR racing. Oldsmobile created the 88 by dropping the V8 engine of the range-topping 98 into the slightly smaller 76. This combination turned the ...

like most V8 engines of the era, the 455 V8’s performance dwindled over the years as more stringent emissions requirements became established. While Oldsmobile became overshadowed by other GM ...