1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham Coupe RWD

1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham †Low-Mileage Original with 307 V8 and a Solid Florida Undercarriage Why This Car Is Special The 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham represents one of the last hurrahs of GM's rear-wheel-drive, body-on-frame midsize coupe †a platform that had been refined over more than a decade by the time this car rolled off the line. By 1986, the Cutlass Supreme had already earned a place in automotive history as one of the best-selling cars in the United States during the late 1970s and early 1980s. At its peak in 1979, Oldsmobile sold over a million vehicles in a single model year, and the Cutlass was the centerpiece of that run. The 1986 model year was one of the final seasons for this generation of rear-wheel-drive Cutlass before GM shifted to front-wheel-drive platforms, making these later examples increasingly interesting to collectors who want a completely original, usable classic without restoration headaches. This particular car is a Brougham trim coupe †the comfort-focused, upscale variant within the Cutlass Supreme lineup. The Brougham package added a more formal interior treatment, upgraded velour seating surfaces, wood-grain accents throughout the cabin, and specific exterior trim details that set it apart from the base Cutlass Supreme. The VIN confirms this car was built as a two-door coupe in the GM midsize body configuration, equipped with the 307 cubic inch V8 and a 3-speed automatic transmission. The odometer reads just 36,124 miles, and the overall condition of the car †especially underneath †tells the story of a vehicle that has been driven sparingly and kept out of bad weather. Finding a 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham in this condition is genuinely difficult. Most examples from this era have either been driven hard, modified, or have succumbed to rust after decades of exposure. This one has not. It presents as an honest, numbers-correct survivor with its original drivetrain, factory interior, and a clean undercarriage that holds up on the lift. Features List - 307 cubic inch (5.0L) Oldsmobile V8 engine - 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission - Brougham Trim Package - Blue exterior with matching blue velour interior - Front and rear bench seats - Wood grain interior accents throughout dash and door panels - Oldsmobile wheel covers with whitewall tires - Air conditioning - Power steering - Power brakes - Tachometer - AM/FM Electronic Tuning Radio (Delco) - Clean undercarriage †inspected on lift Mechanical The 307 cubic inch V8 under the hood is the Oldsmobile-built version of the engine, not a Chevrolet 305. This distinction matters to Oldsmobile enthusiasts. The Olds 307 was a de-stroked version of the venerable 350 cubic inch engine and was used extensively in GM's midsize and full-size cars through the mid-1980s. It was a known quantity †durable, simple to work on, and supported by a wide parts network that remains active today. In its 1986 state of tune, the 307 produced around 140 horsepower and 255 lb-ft of torque, which was adequate for the car's purpose as a comfortable highway cruiser. The emphasis was on low-end torque and smooth, relaxed power delivery rather than outright performance. The 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission was well suited to the 307 and shares basic architecture with transmissions used across dozens of GM vehicles during this era. Parts availability is excellent, and the transmission has a strong reputation for reliability when serviced regularly. We put this car on the lift before listing it. The undercarriage photos tell the story directly: solid floors, clean frame rails, no evidence of significant rust or prior structural repair. For a 39-year-old car, the condition below the beltline is the most important thing a buyer needs to evaluate, and this Cutlass passes that inspection clearly. The front suspension uses an upper and lower A-arm setup, and the rear rides on a conventional co

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Power Steering,Power Steering - Hydraulic,Power Brakes,Radio - Am/Fm,Tire Type,Wheel Diameter - 14 Inch,Wheels - Steel,Front Seat Type - Split-Bench,Upholstery - Cloth