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Single-Family-Owned 1952 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible

United States • 24 Apr 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1952 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible, nicknamed “Betsy,” has been with the same family since new. It features a 303ci V8 engine, four-speed Hydra-Matic transmission, and a blue over blue color scheme. The car has been refurbished a few times and is now offered by a dealer in Maryland.

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Condition 

6

The car has been refinished multiple times, reupholstered, and has had some mechanical work done. While it presents well, the 47k miles shown is not actual. There is wear and tear consistent with a car of this age that has been refurbished but not fully restored.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

529M26323

Odometer:

47,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU 303ci Rocket V8 Four-Speed Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission Blue Paint Black Convertible Top Blue Leather Upholstery 15" Steel Wheels w/Bright Hubcaps Power Steering Power Windows Push-Button AM Radio
This 1952 Oldsmobile 98 is one of 3,544 convertible examples produced for the model year and has remained in the same family since new.

It was named “Betsy” and is said to have accrued 193k miles in its first 14 years before being put into storage.

The car was first refurbished in the 1980s and is refinished in blue over blue.

Power is provided by a 303ci V8 linked with a four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission.

Equipment includes a black convertible top, 15″ steel wheels with bright hubcaps, power steering, power windows, and a push-button AM radio.

“Betsy” is now offered by the selling dealer, , on consignment with partial service records, parts manuals, historical photos, and a clean Maryland title.

The car was first refinished in blue in the 1980s, and is said to ha...

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£3,089

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£21,356

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£164,065

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