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1938 Oldsmobile L38 Rumble Seat Convertible
United States • 3 Oct 2017
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AI Listing Summary
This 1938 Oldsmobile L38 convertible features a rumble seat and provision for side mounts, with only 68 factory-equipped for this option. It has been driven just 500 miles since restoration 25 years ago, with some more recent servicing in 2016. Imperfections include an older repaint with crazing, filled rust holes, and missing side-mount wheels.
Condition
6
The car is described as having an older repaint with crazing and filled rust holes, which indicates cosmetic imperfections. The interior is in good condition for its age, but the mileage cannot be verified. Some reconditioning has been done, but the missing side-mount wheels and covers, along with the non-original grille color, further impact the rating.
/ 10
Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
L314639
Odometer:
43,000 miles
Reg Number:
NEW YORK
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Chassis: L314639.
43k Miles Shown, TMU.
257ci L-Head Straight-Eight.
Three Speed Manual Transmission.
Restored 25 Years Ago.
Longterm Current Ownership.
Rumble Seat.
Dual Side Mount Provision.
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer.
Additional Charges From This Dealer: $95
This 1938 Oldsmobile L38 is a convertible model featuring a rumble seat and provision for dual side-mount spares.
The car has been with the current owner for 25 years and has reportedly been driven just 500 miles since it was restored around the time of his acquisition.
It is said to be one of 475 total examples produced, and one of only 68 equipped for factory side mounts.
The 257ci L-head straight-eight is backed by a three speed manual transmission.
In 2016, $4k in work included cleaning the fuel tank, lines, and carburetor.
This Oldsmobile is being sold by a dealer with a photo album of the restoration, all recent receipts, and a clean New York title.
The older repaint is said to show some crazing, and th...
Points of note
£42,278
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£42,278
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,278
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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