Muscle Car Of The Week Video #11: 1969 Hurst / Olds Convertible
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Muscle Car Of The Week Video #11: 1969 Hurst / Olds Convertible
This week on Muscle Car of the Week, we celebrate a remarkable piece of automotive history – a meticulously restored 1969 Hurst/Olds convertible, one of only two remaining!
Beyond its stunning looks and powerful engine, this car boasts a unique connection to racing legend Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins, making it a true collector's dream.
Here's what makes this 1969 Hurst/Olds so special:
Ultra-rare: Only three Hurst/Olds convertibles were ever built, and only two survive today, making this a true collector's car.
Powerful performance: Equipped with a 455 cubic inch V8 engine, this convertible delivers exhilarating power and driving excitement.
Unique features: The car features the iconic Hurst shifter platform, specially designed for promotional events.
Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins connection: This car was originally used as a company car for Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins, adding historical significance.
Award-winning restoration: This car underwent a meticulous restoration process, bringing it back to its original condition.
Dive deeper into the details of this remarkable Hurst/Olds:
Special touches: The gold stripe on the convertible top is a unique detail specific to these two remaining cars.
Handcrafted restoration: Every part of the car was carefully restored to ensure authenticity and accuracy.
Original features: The original Hurst shifter and platform were meticulously recreated based on historical documentation and photographs.
A driver's car: Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins himself enjoyed driving this car, showcasing its blend of power and handling.
Back in 1969, Hurst built 3 1969 Olds Cutlass convertibles to showcase their shifters, and they brought the lovely Linda Vaughn along to add to the over-the-top presentation. One burned, one is accounted for, but the 3rd went missing. These Oldsmobiles are far beyond the regular 442, as they featured a 455 cube big block Olds under the hood, backed by a 3 speed shifted by - of course - a Hurst shifter. The white and gold paint scheme was wild, but it's impact was not even close to the giant a Hurst shifter mounted on the trunk mounted platform modeled by Ms. Golden Shifter Linda Vaughn! Recently, this car was discovered as being one of the 3 authentic cars, was added to the Brothers Collection, and was treated to a spectacular restoration by Level 1 Restorations. When completed, it was unveiled to the public by Linda herself at the 2012 The Muscle Car & Corvette Nationals. This special presentation features an interview with William Wheeler, the man who drove this car every day back in '69 as the Vice President of Hurst Airheart Brakes. The iconic Olds is ready once again to wow the crowds at drag strips with Linda waving to the crowds from the platform and giant Hurst shifter!
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