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Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

1957 – 1999 · USA

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The Oldsmobile 88, later known as the Eighty Eight, was a full-size car manufactured and sold by Oldsmobile from 1949 to 1999. During its production period, the 88 line, especially the entry-level models like the 88 and Dynamic 88, stood out as the division's most profitable range from 1950 to 1974. It played a significant role as an image leader for Oldsmobile, particularly in its early years, known for its exceptional performance due to its compact size, light build, and advanced overhead-valve high-compression V8 engine. Originally designed for the larger and more luxurious 98 series, this powerful engine also replaced the straight-8 engine on the smaller B

5 generations of the Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

Version	Years	Engine	0 to 100	Gearbox	Drive	Body
Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 3rd Gen	1957 to 1958	6.1L naturally aspirated V8	—	Auto, Manual	RWD	SEDAN
Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 7th Gen	1971 to 1976	naturally aspirated V8	—	Auto, Manual	RWD	SEDAN, CONVERTIBLE
Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 8th Gen	1977 to 1985	naturally aspirated	13.2s	Auto	RWD	SEDAN, COUPE
Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 9th Gen	1986 to 1991	3.8L naturally aspirated V6	9.6s	Auto	FWD	SEDAN, COUPE
Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 10th Gen	1995 to 1999	3.8L V6	—	Auto	FWD	SEDAN