1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham

1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham 4 Door Sedan The fifth generation Oldsmobile Cutlass that debuted for 1978 saw the model downsized to the shorter GM A-body platform. The '78 Cutlass could be had as either a fastback coupe or a sedan in Salon and Salon Brougham models, as well as Supreme, Supreme Brougham and Calais coupes. Hagerty.com For consignment, a 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham 4 door sedan with a title verified 33,606 actual miles. Oldsmobile produced more than one million cars in 1983 and 28,451 of them were Supreme Broughams with four doors.  Through the late 70's and 80's, Oldsmobile produced popular cars for families and commuters in higher numbers than most imports. Note: This vehicle is sold with a Pennsylvania reconstructed branding on the title Exterior A mix of single stage and base clear Light Royal Blue is a sign of some paint work, not overly showy and meant to blend in and for those looking for a mid size four door, the Cutlass Supreme was there to fill the niche. With a sturdy, square design, both B and C pillars are deliberate and strong and in profile, the car functions as a conservatively designed mode of transportation, straight panels and full wheel covers on 75 series tires. Dual headlights are shared across the Olds line in '83 and its grille is divided by a panel, here wearing the Supreme designation rather than the Olds rocket emblem. A pinstripe and side molding are standard fare for the period and square tail lights with 12 parts adorn the back over the chrome bumper. Imperfections include some paint chips, blistering on a door, dings in the wheel opening trim, and a few scratches. Interior Naturally, this was the velour era and it graces our four doors along with molded blue plastic and simulated wood wrapped in chrome framing, and of course, carpeted kick panels. You've got cranks for the front windows but only a levered hinge for the rear quarter vent windows to go with the ashtrays provided on the seat backs. Button tufted and pillow topped blue velour covers front and rear, a 70/30 bench split up front and two position throne in back and all present in nice condition. Blue and burlwood dress the control area, beginning with the slim steering wheel and beautifully presented on the horizontal instrument cluster, vent panel, clock, and familiar center box containing A/C levers and an AM/FM/Cassette radio. Medium pile blue carpet below and blue felt headliner above keeps things color coordinated and appear fresh, while the trunk wears a cut to fit carpet remnant in clean, high pile coverage. Drivetrain This commuter gets the prevalent 307ci V8, rated at an emission saving 140 horsepower and fueled via a 4-barrel carburetor. It's mated to GM's ubiquitous TH350 3-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the 10 bolt out back. The bay presents as original in relatively clean condition.  UndercarriageTypical surface rust and mostly dry conditions are found underneath with some residual oil on the inspection plate and pan the only diversion. A single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler while power brakes are on board as front disc and rear drum. Suspension is also standard for the time with coil springs front and rear with a 4 link aiding the solid rear axle.   Drive-Ability We step back in time to a very familiar color and place and set the 307 onto the test loop where it performs smoothly. This is no barn burner, it was originally intended to get you from A to B in comfort and 40 years later, it's still fulfilling that mission. The seats are butter soft and so is the steering, and this car works to not only transport us back to the mall, but also back to the 80's! We note the A/C not working but all other functions work just like they did when Billie Jean was a new song. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of