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1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

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Sold for $7,300 on 3/19/23comments-icon89Comments
No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

This 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is a four-door town sedan model finished in Mayan Gold over black upholstery that was initially delivered to Bob Strong Inc. of Kearney, Nebraska. The car is powered by a 350ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, and additional equipment includes a black vinyl roof cover, 15″ wheels with full covers, front disc brakes, power steering, body side moldings, air conditioning, cruise control, woodgrain interior trim, a CB radio, and a push-button AM radio with an 8-track player. This Delta 88 was acquired by the selling dealer in December 2022 and is now offered at no reserve with manufacturer’s literature, a window sticker, and a clean Nebraska title.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The car left the factory finished in Mayan Gold with a black vinyl roof cover and features chrome trim on the bumpers, rocker panels, window surrounds, and grille. Additional equipment includes quadruple headlights, a front wind deflector, body side moldings, a driver-side mirror, Delta 88 badging, and a single outlet exhaust.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The 15″ wheels wear full Oldsmobile-logo covers along with replacement 225/75 Custom 428 A/S white-line tires said to have been installed in preparation for the sale. Equipment includes power steering along with power-assisted front disc brakes and rear drums. A spare wheel is stored in the trunk.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The cabin features two rows of bench seats upholstered in black vinyl accompanied by a color-coordinated dashboard, door panels, and carpets. Woodgrain trim lines the door panels and dashboard, and additional equipment includes air conditioning, bright door sill plates, cruise control, cupholders, lap belts for six occupants, an analog clock, a CB radio, and a push-button AM radio with an 8-track tape player.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The two-spoke steering wheel fronts a 120-mph speedometer and a fuel level gauge. The five-digit odometer shows 24k miles, approximately 5 of which have been added by the selling dealer.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The 350ci Rocket V8 features a single two-barrel carburetor and sends power to the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

Additional underside images are provided in the gallery.

No Reserve: 1973 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Town Sedan

The window sticker lists initial delivery to Bob Strong Inc. of Kearney, Nebraska, along with factory equipment, options, and a total amount of $5,312.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $7,300 by TTP
Auction Ended March 19, 2023 at 12:15PM PT
Bids 12
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BaT Essentials

Seller: islandauto
Location: Hall County Regional Airport, Nebraska 68801
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 3N69H3M382527
  • 24k Miles Shown, TMU
  • 350ci V8
  • Three-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Mayan Gold Paint
  • Black Upholstery
  • Black Vinyl Roof Cover
  • 15" Steel Wheels w/ Full Covers
  • Front Disc Brakes
  • Power Steering
  • Body Side Moldings
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cruise Control
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
  • CB Radio
  • Push-Button AM Radio w/ 8-Track Player
  • Manufacturer's Literature
  • Window Sticker
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0 Document Fee
Lot #101381