Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519) . . . painter, inventor , engineer, draft sman . .. spent a lifetime in the pursuit of excellence. ~ continuing search also combin es art, science and human engineering to a uniqu e degree. We have chosen a da Vinci graphic theme to emphasize that search. And-Good Fuel Economy* Today, the kind of fuel economy you expect from a car is a most The latest example of the contribution of Oldsmobile engineering excellence! important part of your buying decision. That's why Oldsmobile Now Oldsmobile offers the efficiencyof a diesel VS in all Cutlass models! Last year, Oldsmobile introduced Smooth and Quiet the world's first diesel V8 in a pas­ In the past, diesel-powered cars senger car, a 5.7-litre engine ... were not known for smooth, quiet In the continuing search for excellence ... available in Delta 88 and 98. Now performance. Oldsmobile engineering contributes to new advances Oldsmobile is offering a 4.3-litre So your first ride in a diesel diesel VS-specifically designed VS-powered Cutlass will bring a in the 1979 . and engineered for mid-size cars. welcome surprise. You'll find it is It combines the basic economy unusually smooth and quiet for a Another step in America's longest automotive heritage. Olds engineers check out fuel of a diesel with a smoothness and diesel, especially at cruising speeds. economy in a n,w-generation quietness you might not expect '~ .. to build one carri"-gein fuel-efficient;" 4.3-litre diesel V8 America saw, and America ap­ A Relaxing Sense of Quiet No Ignition System To Tune Up Cutlass Calais. from a diesel engine. And you can Unlike gasoline engines, the diesel as nearlbfeerfect a manln!r developed especially for mid-size proved. Now you can enjoy A quiet atmosphere is another order it in any 1979 Cutlass " cars-available in Cutlass models quality and space and fuel prized hallmark of a finely has made fuel economy a high VS has no spark plugs, no distrib­ as poss1. e ... engineering priority in recent Supreme or Salon. The 5.7-litre efficiency* in the beautifully engineered and built car. utor and no carburetor. So it elim­ From the minutes of the directors' - only from Oldsmobile! years-with very gratifying diesel V8 is available in all meeting which established the Olds So you can see why new-car refined 1979 Cutlass models. Modern acous tic technology has inates the need to service or replace results. lighter materials to Cutlass Cruiser models. Motor Vehicle Company- prospects have come to expect can expect, compared to the same these items. been incorporated in the design of reduce we ight, engine refinements, Only Olds offers diesel V8s in August 21, 1897. excellence in engineering in an An Efficient Size these cars to help create that Olds with a gasoline engine. Just change the oil and filter smaller engines, the simplification 19 different models-more than any Oldsmobile-and why Olds- These new-generation Cutlasses atmosphere. The ceiling above You can also expect less cost per every 3,000 miles. Check crank­ of emission controls and the intro­ other car manufacturer in the world. 1979 begins Oldsmobile's 82nd offer the advantage of space eff i­ you is a specially designed one­ gallon, based on the traditionally case ventilation every 6,000 miles. year of offering cars to meet that ciency far advanced over their duction of the world's first pas­ Diesel Means Fuel Economy* lower price for diesel fuel as Other than that, its schedules are piece acoustical barrier. Soft do or senger car diesel V8s-all designed criterion- more automotive predecessors. seals help shut out the noise of The EPA mileage estimates on the compared with unleaded gasoline. similar to other Olds models. experience than any other They are shorter in wheelbase, to provide the kind of fuel econo­ accompanying engine supplement More miles per gallon ... less If all this seems too good to be passing traffic. Even the thick my you want and need today. American car name. reduced in length, easier to carpeting is cut in a single piece to sheet demonstrate the substantially cost per gallon. That's what this true, convince yourself in a diesel Oldsmobile room and comfo rt And through the years, Olds­ maneuver in crowded city traffic. further help insulate you from better mileage performance you new 4.3-litre VS is all about. VSt est drive. with impressive fuel economy. mobile has participated in the Yet they have improved front road noise. development of innovation after headroom and front and rear A very nice combination. legroom over their earlier­ Impressive Driveability Cars Engineered Not innovation. Oldsmobile believes that you In the last 40 years alone, Olds­ designed counterparts. Even the Just for Today and Cutlass trunk has been engineered expect your car to be more than 'Tomorrow-But for You mobile has offered these major roomy and comfortable-it must developments: to be space efficient with a The new-generation Cutlass The first fully automatic trans­ compact spare tire. models have been engineered mission, making driving easier specifically to meet the needs than ever before. New Lansing, Michigan, Cutlass A Solid, Secure Ride and demands of today. plant offers the latest assembly An ultimate test of a car tradi­ The first high-compression V8 technology and quality control methods. Here's another welcome sur­ production engine, making pos­ tionally has been its ride-its prise. The trim, compact Olds sible new levels of performance. mobile's reputation for fine cars ability to cradle you over rough Omega and sporty Starfire are also Front-wheel drive for contem­ continues to grow. roads or boulevards with ease. well suited to meet the needs and porary American automobiles. Today's Oldsmobiles Are So, with the aid of sophisticated, demands of today. Read about In the last two years, the intro­ Designed To Meet the Demands each of them now. Then test-drive duction of a new generation of of Our Times the model of your choice. space- and fuel-efficient* full-size It was a bold concept last year­ And today, for your added con­ and mid-size models. Plus the but one America had been waiting venience, many Olds dealers offer for. Mid-size cars which offer the option to buy or lease. ~ the traditional qualities Olds­ A Word About This Catalog mobile owners had come to expect We have tried to make this catalog in their cars- but in a space­ as comprehensive and factual as Test models log thousands of possible. And we hope you find it efficient, energy-efficient* form. miles during ride, handling, braking It took new, computer-age and acceleration evaluation. helpful. However, since the time approaches to achieve that of printing, some of the informa­ result. New design concepts to also be a great road car . When tion you'll find here may have pare off pounds and inches, yet you test-drive an Olds through a been updated. Your Olds dealer leave the solid, smooth ride. variety of situations, be alert to has details, and, before ordering, New space efficiency to make Many Cutlass components were the total integration of all its engi­ you should. ask him to bring you them trimmer outside, yet offer "road tested" by computer simulation neering aspects. Steering agility, up-to-date. more rear seat legroom inside. before a single car was built. engine responsiveness and ride All this and much more was finite analysis computer tech­ characteristics-all wor k ing A Word About Engines together to provide you with a brought together through innova­ nology, many Cutlass components The Oldsmobiles shown in this feeling of driver control. A new-ieneration Cutlass, tive engineering technology to were "road tested" by computer catalog are equipped with GM­ designed from the inside out for produce new Olds Cutlass models simulation and fine tuned at the A Protected Investment built engines produced by various space efficiency, comfort. which are better cars for our times design stage. To help protect your investment, divisions. See the engine supple­ world's first diesel (5.7 - and good values to their owners. What you experience on the corrosion-fighting metals, mate­ ment sheet and your Olds dealer litres) for passenger cars-avail­ Upon personal inspection you road is a sophisticated kind of rials, primers and waxes are used for complete details about engine able in full-size Oldsmobiles. see the beautiful and satisfying ride, made even more impressive extensively. The goal of these sources and availability. And this year, a new state of the results of Oldsmobile's unending by the fact that it was achieved corrosion defenses, of course, is to 1f.5ee EPA mrll'ag, •stimatl'S in the accom­ art in design, commitment to quality in every through ingenious engineering­ help keep your new Oldsmobile P''"11'"8 Eng me Suppl..,,.•nt Sh••t. Additional the all-new Toronado. Plus a new, new Olds model. reducing, not adding, weight. looking beautiful. cop1tsavailable at yourOldsmobil•d•al•rs. ..______, 2 3 Millionsof satisfiedowners know there's something very specialabout a Cutlass. Over the last four years, more tional styling leadership. comfortable and quiet ride. parking, even in tight quarters. a lot of value for the money to expensive cars in a practical size And enthusiasts a car. It's a feeling-a feeling of mid-size buyers have chosen a new It's many different things­ It's a roomy, comfortable inte­ And perhaps most important is Olds Cutlass Supreme owners. for Supreme Brougham owners. will appreciate the smooth-riding pride and satisfaction. A feeling Cutlass than any other car. working together beautifully­ rior that will appeal to active Cutlass versatility, a fact that It's a grand touring car with re­ For function- and economy­ and space-efficient Cutlass ~hat this car is "my car, a car that's What has caused that kind of that makes a Cutlass a Cutlass. and growing families. makes Cutlass different cars to clining bucket seats and special sus­ minded buyers, there's the hand­ Cruisers. so right for me." popularity for the Oldsmobile It's solid engineering for space It's a size for impressive maneu­ different people. pension to Cutlass Calais owners. some, space-efficient Cutlass Salon Talk to a Cutlass owner and he Discover that great Cutlass feel­ Cutlass goes far beyond the tradi- and fuel efficiency*. It's a smooth, verability in city traffic and easy It's a stylish, practical car and It's the luxury of bigger, more and Cutlass Salon Brougham. might just tell you it's more than ing.Take a test drive today. Styling makes Cutlass Supreme a firing, 3.8-litre V6 engine that is Another nice thing about buy­ whether you like Supreme more contemporary classic. But it's in­ standard. Or, if you prefer, ing Supremes is selling them. for its good looks or solid value. CUTLASSSUPREME genious engineering that makes it there's a choice of available fuel­ Because, traditionally, their resale Cutlass Supreme (far left). 1. Ele­ so practical. efficient gasoline V8s or a new value has been impressive-year gance and center armrest, standard. Your friends will think you bought Lean and trim outside, roomy 4.3-litre diesel VS.• after year. A divided seat with individual con­ inside-Cutlass Supreme is de­ With a deep-coil spring suspen­ With so much built-in value for trols may be ordered. 2. Available it for its looks. In your heart you know signed tomeettheneedsof today. sion and a tight turning diameter, the money, it's no wonder bucket seats shown in white and con­ Head- and legroom are generous, Supreme is engineered to slip Supreme has become so popular. trasting compaticolor trim. 3. Yes! you bought it for its practicality. gracefully through city traffic Discover that great Cutlass Supreme' s trunk can handle all that front and rear. luggage! 4. Separate panel for avail­ Cutlass Supreme can be practi­ while providing a smooth, quiet Supreme feeling with a test drive! able radio and air conditioning. cal to drive, too, with a smooth- ride. A real pleasure to drive. You'll have a tough time deciding Custom sport wheel available. Luxury and comfort were once seat. The cushion and backrest Supreme Brougham. A very a new, fuel-efficient diesel Vs.• considered the private domain of are contoured to cradle and relaxing atmosphere. Cutlass Supreme Brougham (far big, expensive cars. No more. support you like your favorite And you expect ample room in CUTI.ASSSUPREME BROUGHAM left). 1. Genuine lenther in the Now you can enjoy them in a armchair. The fit feels so "right," which to relax. You've got it-with seating areas mny be ordered. 2. Luxury and comfort you practically sized and priced it's as if the seat was built impressive head- and legroom, Distinctive Mojave designer interior Cutlass Supreme Brougham. around you. front and rear, in this space­ nvailnble exclusively in Brougham. might expect to find only in a Outside, Brougham's classic You should expect a luxurious efficient Body by Fisher. 3. Standard "loose-cushion-look" . profile sets a pace for others to car to be quietly relaxing. Using For even greater distinction, seats in rich velour. 4. Distinctive more expensive car. follow. Inside, you begin to appre­ many acoustical materials and you can order your Brougham with 2-tone paint availnble. 5. A touch of ciate the elegance the instant you insulators, we've achieved a pleas­ a designer interior or genuine clnss. 6. Digitnl clock available. slip into the "loose-cushion-look" ing level of quiet in the Cutlass leather in the seating areas-and 7. Available power sunroof adds sun a11dair (reduces headroom slightly). Take the wheel of Calais and you the road-with a sophisticated sus­ belted radial-ply tires. -and you may never settle for become part of it, as you share an pension system including front Steering is quick, with available ordinary driving again! Take a CUTLASSCAlAIS exhilarating feel of the road. and rear stabilizer bars, refined 14-to-1 ratio . test drive at your Olds dealer's. The experience starts when you through thousands of test miles Brakes feature quick-cooling discs The grand touring experience settle into the reclining front with expert ride and handling up front for smooth stops. Cutlass Calais (far left). 1. Enjoy grand touring comfort in reclining bucket seat-your hands rest easy engineers on board. You can tailor Calais to your for people who love to drive. front seats. 2. Distinctive Calais hood on the custom sport wheel-while The result? The kind of road­ personal taste with an available ornament. 3. Removable glass panels a full complement of instruments ability you love. Take Calais automatic transmission or sporty, available for fun, sun nnd air. 4. Cus­ monitor engine functions and help through a tight tum. You feel that short-throw, 5-speed manual." tom sport steering wheel with thick, keep you informed. lean and sway are minimized. Take on a hill, a winding road, padded rim and full instrumentation, The experience continues on Calais hugs the road with steel- a straightaway in a Cutlass Calais standard. 5. Relax, recline!

"5-speed not available in California at start of production. Check your dealer for availability. 11 Today, smart people are looking with ample head- and legroom, most importantly-fuel efficient!t Come discover that great Cutlass for space efficiency and fuel front and rear. A smooth-firing, 3.8-litre V6 Salon feeling! Take a test drive! CUTLASSSALON efficiency in the cars they buy. The trunk, too, is space efficient, engine is standard. Or you can Make way for America's great with an unobstructed floor and a order a 4.3-litre or 5.0-litre VS if Cutlass Salon 4- and 2-door sedans America's great new efficiency machine: new efficiency machine! compact spare that stands upright, you prefer. (far left). 1. Bench seat in brushed woven, standard. 2. Special anti­ Designed from the inside out, out of your way. But for the ultimate fuel effi­ Space efficient. Fuel efficientt. corrosion measures include galvan­ Cutlass Salon is a car for today But what really makes these ciency in Salon, a new 4.3-litre ized metals, plastisols, waxes and and for years to come. dimensions exciting is that they diesel Vs is available-only zinc-rich primers. 3. Bucket seats Outside, Salon is trim, dis­ have been achieved in a car that from Oldsmobile! available. 4. The famous 4-4-2 with tinctive and handsome. Inside, it is nimble on the road, highly We think you'll find Salon a rallye suspension and its own special is impressively space efficient- maneuverable in city traffic, and tough value to beat at the price. grille. The legend lives on!

12 •s-speed not available in California at start of production. Check your dealer for availability. tSee EPA mileage estimates in accompanying Engine Supplement Sheet. 13 Over the years, the Olds name different kind of efficiency­ wheelbase, tight turning diam­ Cutlass Salon Brougham 2-and 4- has become synonymous with efficiency of movement. eter-and great engineering-help door sedans (far left). 1. Divided CUTLASSSALON BROUGHAM roomy, beautifully engineered You feel it when you tum a make it happen. seat available. Bench seat with cars that were meant to be driven. corner or whisk into a parki ng And it can happen every time center armrest, standard. 2. T a11oede­ Efficiencyof form and Salon Brougham is no exception. space. You feel it when you you take to the road-fo r a loaf of signer interior available in Brougltam Slip inside, and its remarkably encourage the accelerator, when bread or cross-state vacation. models. 3. Bucket seats may be function for close harmony of functional design becomes obvi­ you change gears or change lanes. A choice of gasoline engines ordered. 4. Sedan rear window is fixed. ous-lots of room, great stretch­ You feel a harmony between and a new 4.3-litre diesel VS are Vent window for added ventilation. man and machine. out comfort. you and the road. A sophisticated available-only from Olds! 5. G,1ge cluster available. 6. 5-speed But set this distinctive beauty suspension system, an impressive Discover that great feeling of overdrive manual available with 4.3-litre engine.• 7. As exciting as in motion and you discover a power-to-weight ratio, 108-inch Olds Cutlass Salon Brougham. they look!

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CUTIASS POWER TEAMS ' Standa rd transmission: Headroom , front (in.) ...... 37.9 Hiproom, front (in. l ...... 51.7/52.2 Standard engine: Manual ...... 3-speed, all sync. rear (in.) ...... 38.1 rear(in.) . 54.5/ 55.6 Litre/ CID/Type . . 3.8/ 231/ Vo Available transmissions: Hiproom , front (in.). . ... 51.7 Legroom, front (in.) . . . 42.8/42.8 Carburetion . . . . 2-bbl. Automatic ...... 3-speed rear (in.) . .. . 54.9 rear (in.)...... 35.1/38 .0 Available engines: Manual ...... 4-speed, all sync. legroom , front (in.)...... 42.8 Luggage capacity (cu. ft. I • 16.1 Litre/ CID/Type ...... 4.3/ 260/ VS Overdrive manual . . . 5-speed, all sync. rear (in.) ...... 36.3 Carburet ion ...... 2-bbl. Fuel capacity, gasoline (gal.) ...... 18.1 Luggage capacity (cu. ft.) . . . . 16.1 'Check your Engine Supplement Sheet Litre/ Type ...... 4.3/ Diesel VS Fuel capacity, diesel (gal.) ...... 19.8 for specific details-standard and avail­ Litre/ CID/ Type ...... 5.0/ 305/VS Wagon:18.2 DIMENSIONS (Salon Coupe/Sedan): able equipment may differ in California Carburetion ...... 4-bbl. Overall le!l$th (in.) ...... 197.7/197.7 and high-altitude areas. Additional copies Cutlass Cruiser only .... 5.7/Diesel VS DIMENSIONS (Supreme Coupe): Wheelbase (in.) ...... 108.1/108.1 at your Oldsmobile dealers. High altitude only ...... 5.7/350/V8 Overall length (in.) . . .. 200.1 Headroom, front (in.). . .. 37.9/38.7 Carburetion ...... 4-bbl. Wheelbase (in.) ...... 108.1 rear (in.)...... 38.2/37.7 NOTE: Cutlass models will accommodate chains with standa rd tires only.

14 • 5-s peed not ,wailnble i11Calif omia at sta rt of production. Clreck yo11r dealer for auailability. See EPA mileage estimates in accompanying Engine Supplement Sheet. 15 Sure, Cutlass Cruiser is for carry­ a pleasure to drive ~nd park. storage compartment unde rneath. Cutlass Cruiser-with a new, ing things. But you'll also use it to Head- and legroom are espe­ But the best surprise comes low-very affordable-price. c;arry lots of people. cially generous, front and rear. when you check EPA fuel econo­ CUTIASSCRUISER Cutlass Cruiser Brougham with That's why it's engineered to be Lots of room for those comforting my estimates. A smooth-firing, tough where it has to be-and full-foam seats. Plenty of rear hip­ 3.8-litre V6 is standard . But you rmailnble wood-grain vinyl trim (fnr The working wagon with the 1. can choose from available fuel­ left). Divided seat is available in easygoing where it doesn't. room, too, because the armrests Brougham. 2. Taltoe designer interior efficiency, comfort and ride you Developed by the same demand­ are recessed under fixed windows. efficient gasoline engines or a 5.7- may be ordered in Brougham. mg ride and handling engineers Enjoy! litre diesel VS.* Choice of models, 3. Brougham's available bucket seats. expectfrom Oldsmobile. responsible for Cutlass sedans­ And cargo area? It's long, too. Cutlass Cruiser Brougham­ 4. Split tailgate for convenience. Cutlass Cruiser is smooth on wide and open. With a flat, easy­ with luxury touches that are easy 5. Cutlass Cruiser interior. 6. Newlow­ the open road, agile in city traffic, does-it load floor and hidden to live with. And a new economy priced way to get a great Olds wagon.

16 •sec EPA mileage estimates in accompanying Engine Supplement Sheet. Additional copies at your Oldsmobile dealers. 17 Nearly everybody is interested With Omega Brougham, our Whichever way you go, you Omega Brougham Sedan, Omega m making a dollar go a long way. "little limousine," you can do it in go comfortably-with a solid ride Coupe (far left). 1. Impressive OMEGA And you can do it beautifully luxury-with a very impressive and a smooth agility in city traffic Omega Brougham brushed knit with Omega's affordable prices. brushed knit interior. Deep that makes every Omega a interior. 2. Bucket seats available in Oldsmobile elegance. With Omega, you can do it on a cushioned, soft, rich to the touch. pleasure to drive. This trim, com­ coupes. 3. Handsome Omega interior. bud get. And the low price includes Very elegant. pact Oldsmobile offers the kind of 4. Command center features simu­ Practicalsize. Affordableprice. c;uch value-adding features as a Or you can make your new quality and value you can be lated wood-grain. 5. Omega Hatch­ 3 8-litre V6 for fuel economy"', Omega sporty-with available proud of-for a long, long time. back with available SX sport high-energy electronic ignition, a bucket seats, console, custom sport Omega and Omega Brougham­ package: bold stripes, rallye suspen­ roomy interior and foam seats for steering wheel, a youthful SX for affordability that helps make sion, sport mirrors and more. SJ10wn family comfort. package, a and more. you look and feel like a million. with available raised letter tires.

OMEGAPOWER TEAMS 1 Carburetion ...... 4-bbl. Overall length (in.) ...... 199.6/199.6 luggage capacity (cu. ft.) . . .14.0/12.6 Standard engine: Standard transmission: Wheelbase (in.)...... 111/111 litre/ CID/Type . 3.8/ 231/ V6 Manual . · 3-speed. all sync. Headroom, front (in.) . . . . . 38.2/39.l •Check your Engine Supplement Sheet Carburetion . . 2-bbl. Available transmissions: rear (in.) ...... 36.7/37.l for specific details-standard and avail­ Available engines: Automatic . 3-speed Hiproom, front (in.)...... 53.3/53.3 able equipment may differ in California lit re/ CID/Type ...... S.0/305/VS Manual . . .4-speed, all sync. rear (in.) ...... 52.8/53.6 and high-altitude areas. Carburetion ...... 2-bbl. Fuel tank capacity, gasoline (gal.) . . 21 legroom, front (in.). . . .41.7/41.7 NOTE: Omega LS wheels will not litre/C ID/Type ...... S.7/ 350/VS DIMENSIONS (Coupe/Sedan): rear (in.) . 32.4/35.2 accommodate tire chains.

·See EPA mileage estimates in accompanvinsc EnscineSur,r,lement Sheet. Additional cor,in at .vour Oldsmobile dealers. 19 Bucket seats. Sport console with mance buffs. Ta king on a road citement, you can order a Starfire neered for the way you drive! 1 speed manual shifter. Sport with precision and authority is Firenza-with air dam up front, St,1rfire Firenza, Starfire GT, Starfire STARFIRE •-teering wheel. Dual sport mirrors. what these cars are all about. functional spoiler in back and (f11rleft). I. High-back bucket seats, Rallye wheels. Rear stabilizer bar. But even with all this standard, sassy stripes along the sides. Top standard. 2. Supple vinyl, standard. Now all Starfires come with the Rear hatch with fold-down rear you do have some rather sporty Firenza off with an available 5.0- 3. AM radio, standard! 4. Ra/lye ,c.it. Even an AM radio to help choices available. Like our litre VS and you have the ultimate wheels, standard. 5. Sport steering sporty features you'd pay extra for in vou while the miles away. optional GT package that gets you Starfire experience! wheel, standard. 6. Rear stabilizer bold stripes, a full complement of The choice is yours, but one bar, standard. 7. Dual sport mirrors, many other cars. What a value! Alls tandard on every 1979 Star­ standard. 8. Sport console with fu c ! All engineered to be exciting gages with tach, a spirited 3.8-litre thing's for sure-if it's a road car 4-speed m11nual,standard. 5-speed 1 ll,td cars-for people who drive V 6 and a whole lot more. you want, there's a value-packed overdrive manual also available. 111,t for fun-as well as perfor- If you care to heighten the ex- 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire engi- 9. Handy liatchback, standard.

STARFIREPOWER TEAMS1 Carburetion ...... 2-bbl. Overall length (in.) ...... 179 .3 Cargo volume (cu. ft.) ...... 27.8 Standard engine: Standard transmission: Wheelbase (in.) ...... 97.0 Length of cargo floor (in.) ...... 61.9 Litre/ CID/Type ...... 2.5/151/L4 Manual ...... 4-speed, all sync. Headroom, front (in.) ...... 37.7 •Check your Engine Supplement Sheet Carburetion ...... 2-bbl. Available transmissions: rear (in.) ...... 35.3 for specific details-standard and avail­ Available engines: Automatic ...... 3-speed Hiproom, front (in.) ...... 47.S able equipment may differ in California Litre/ CID/Type ...... 3.8/231/1/6 Overdrive manual ..... 5-speed, all sync. rear (in.) ...... 42.0 and high-altitude areas. Carburetion ...... 2-bbl. Fuel tank capacity, gasoline (gal.) . . . 18.5 Legroom, front (in.)...... 43.0 NOTE: Starfire wheels will not Litre/CID/Type ...... 5.0/305/V8 DIMENSIONS: rear (in.)...... 29.6 accommodate tire chains.

20 21 Discover that great Olds feeling! Take a test drive today! AVAILABLEOLDSMOBILE ACCESSORIES !he best way to experience the room, the quiet, the comfort, the per-1 beautifully engineered Oldsmobile can respond to your command-and lormance-and the engineering that has gone into each 1979 Olds- satisfy your personal driving needs. So discover that great Olds feel­ Have one built for you ... mobile is to get behind the wheel. We think you'll appreciate how well a ing. Take a test drive today at your Oldsmobile dealer's. with these added personal touches. 1. For your entertainment. shown.) Gage clusters, tachometer glass roof panels lift out and store 13. Cruise Control. Lets you main­ AM/FM stereo radio with stereo available, too. in trunk carrying case. tain a constant speed on turnpikes cassette tape player. Deluxe CB 4. Visor vanity mirror. Illuminated 8. Electric sliding sunroof. Panel without use of accelerator pedal. AM/FM stereo radio featuring 40- for your convenience. slides into roof for sunshine and There's more! Tempmatic or Four ­ channel citizens band, push­ 5. Cornering lamps. Automatically ventilation. Installation reduces Season air conditioner. Power buttons, CB antenna and four illuminate when you use the turn headroom. door locks. Power windows . speakers. AM/FM stereo radio signal. 9. Fiber-optic lamp monitor. Power seats. Power trunk release. with stereo tape player. AM radio 6. Deluxe wheel covers and wheels. Mounted on the front fender. Tells Power steering. Power front disc with stereo tape player - all with Available on Cutlass-A,B,C,D,E, you when major external light is brakes. Digital clock. Sport con ­ front and rear speakers. AM/FM F. (E std. on Calais; F std. on on and when one is malfunction­ sole . Rallye suspension. Tinted radio and deluxe AM radio. All Supreme Brougham.) Available ing. Very helpful. glass. Full or landau vinyl roof available. Then just lean back on Omega-C,D,G. H - std. 10. Rear vent windows. On Cut ­ covering. Body stripes. Remote­ and enjoy. Starfire wheel trimmed with body lass 4-door sedans and Cruisers, control mirrors. Dual sport mir ­ 2. Reclining seat back. Lets your paint color. Note: A-special cast ­ available with power control. rors. Limited -slip differential. passengers lean back and relax as aluminum sport wheel available Operate from the driver's seat. Body side moldings. And more. you travel. Great for those long on all Cutlass models. C - avail ­ 11. Tilt-away steering wheel. A wide range of trailer -towing trips. Also available on driver's able with body paint color or Adjusts easily to fit the drivers in equipment is also available. See side. (Standard on Calais as argent silver on Cutlass, body your family. Helps make entry your Olds dealer for details. shown.) paint color only on Omega. and exit more convenient. NOTE: Not all accessories are 3. Custom sport steering wheel. 7. Hatch roof. This "lift-off" roof 12. Five-speed manual overdrive available on all models. Check Thick padded rim with brushed gives you the sun, fun and air of a transmission. For sport of shifting. your Olds dealer for specific metal spokes. (Cutlass wheel -in a coupe! Tinted 5th gear is overdrive! availability.

A WORD ABOUTASSEMBLY, COMPONENTS AND OPTIONALEQUIPMENT IN THESEOLDSMOBILE PRODUCTS. The Oldsmobile products described in time to time during the manufactur­ All such components have been ap­ available when your car is built. Your this brochure are assembled at facil­ ing process, it may be necessary, in proved for use in Oldsmobile products dealer receives advice regarding current ities of Corporation order to meet public demand for par­ and will provide the quality perfor­ availability of options. You may ask operated by Oldsmobile Division, the ticular vehicles or equipment, or to mance associated with the Oldsmobile the dealer for this information. GM GM Assembly Division or GM of meet federally mandated emissions, name. also requests the dealer to advise you if Canada. These vehicles incorporate safety and fuel economy requirements, With respect to extra-cost optional an option you ordered is unavailable. thousands of different components or for other reasons, to produce Olds­ equipment, make certain you specify We suggest you verify that your car produced by various divisions of mobile products with different the type of equipment you desire on includes the optional equipment you General Motors and by various components or differently sourced your vehicle when ordering it from ordered, or if there are changes, that suppliers to General Motors. From components than initially scheduled. your dealer. Some options may be un- they are acceptable to you.

Your Oldsmobile has these acddent­ shatter resistant glass and deflecting positions • Two front combination seat seat-back tops • Contoured windshield avoidance features: Side marker lights support) • Outside rearview mirror and inertia reel shoulder belts for header • Thick laminate windshield and reflectors• Parking lamps that • Dual master cylinder brake system driver (with reminder light and buzzer) • Safety armrests • Safety steering illuminate with headlamps • Four-way with warning light • Starter safety and right front passenger • Energy• wheel. hazard warning flasher• Backup lights switch • Dual action safety hood absorbing steering column • Passenger YourOldsmobile also provides these • Lane change feature in direction latches. guard door locks • Safety door latches built-in anti-theft features: Anti-theft signal control • Windshield defrosters, Your Oldsmobile has these occupant­ and stamped steel hinges • Folding ignition key reminder buzzer • Anti­ washer and dual speed wipers• Wide protection features: Seat belts with seat back latches • Energy-absorbing theft steering column lock. view inside mirror (vinyl edged, pushbutton buckles for all passenger padded instrument panel and front 22 23

August 14, 1978 1979 OLDSMOBILEENGINE SUPPLEMENT SHEET Oldsmobile calls your attention to the following information regarding engines used in their 1979 models and the GM Divisions that produce them.

Engine/Transm ission Availability-EPA mpg Highway/City Estimatest

VIN Stand ard/ 49 States California High-Altitude Engine/Model Ordering Engine Produced By Optiona l Option(l ) Availability Code Code* Automatic Manual Automatic Manual 3-spd. 4-spd . 5-spd . 4-spd . 5-spd. Automatic

STARFIRE 2.5 litre (151 CID) L4 2-bbl. LX8 V GM- Pont iac Motor Division Stand ard 2.5 litre (151 CID) L4 2-bbl. LS6 1 GM- Pontiac Motor Division Standard 3.8 litre (231 CID) V6 2-bbl. LOS A GM - Motor Division Optiona l 5.0 litre (305 CID) V8 2-bbl. LG3 G GM-Chevrolet Motor Division Opti onal and GM of Canada

OMEGA 3.8 litre (231 CID) V6 2-bbl. LOS A GM-Buick Motor Division Standard 5.0 litre (305 CID) V8 2-bbl. LG3 G GM- Chevrole t Motor Division Optiona l and GM of Canada 5.7 litre (350 CID) V8 4-bbl. LMl L GM - Chevro let Motor Division Optiona l and GM of Canada

CUTLASS 3.8 litre (231 CID) V6 2-bbl. LOS A GM - Buick Moto r Division Standard 4.3 litre V8 diesel LF7 p GM - Oldsmobi le Division Optiona l 4.3 litre (260 CID) V8 2-bbl. LV8 F GM-Ol dsmobile Division Optio nal 5.0 litre (305 CID) V8 4-bbl. LG4 H GM - Chevrole t Motor Division Optional and GM of Canada

CUTLASS CRUISER 3.8 litre (231 CID) V6 2-bbl. LOS A GM - Buick Motor Division Standard 4.3 litre (260 CID) V8 2-bbl. LV8 F GM-Oldsmob ile Division Optional s.olitre (305 CID) V8 4-bbl. LG4 H GM - Chevrolet Motor Division Optional and GM of Canada 5.7 litre V8 diesel LF9 N GM-Oldsmobile Division Optional 5.7 litre (350 CID) V8 4-bbl. LMl L GM-Chevro let Motor Division Optional and GM of Canada

DELTA88 3.8 litre (231 CID) V6 2-bbl. LOS A GM - Buick Motor Division Standard 4.3 litre (260 CID) V8 2-bbl. LV8 F GM - Oldsmob ile Division Optional 4.9 litre (301 CID) V8 2-bbl. L27 y GM-Pontiac Motor Division Optional 5.7 litre V8 diesel LF9 N GM-Oldsmobile Division Optional 5.7 litre (350 CID) V84-bbl. L34 R GM - Oldsmobile Division Optional

CUSTOM CRUISER 5.7 litre (350 CID) V8 4-bbl. L34 R GM - Oldsmobile Division Standard • 5.7 litre V8 diesel LF9 N GM-Oldsmobile Division Optio nal 6.6 litre (403 CID) V84-bb l. L80 K GM-Oldsmobile Division Optio nal

NINETY-EIGHT 5.7 litre (350 CID) V8 4-bbl. L34 R GM - Oldsmobile Division Standard 5.7 litre V8 diesel LF9 N GM - Oldsmobile Division Optional 6.6 litre (403 CID) V84-bbl. L80 K GM-O ldsmobile Division Optional

TORONADO 5.7 litre (350 CID) V8 4-bbl. L34 R GM-Oldsmobile Division Standard 5.7 litre V8 diesel LF9 N GM-Oldsmobile Division Optional

*VIN (Vehicle Identification Numb er) Engine Code is the fifth entry (letter or numera l) from the left on the veh icle seria l number plate. The vehicle serial number plate is located on the top por tion of the driver's side of the instrument panel and can be viewed from the exterior of the car by looking through the windsh ield. tThe actual mileage you get will vary depending on how and where you drive, your car's cond ition and its equipment. (1) Designed and recommended for high-altitude opera tion. (- ) Power train not availab le. Model/eng ine combinations and availab ility shown are subject to change without notice.