1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible
"GM's front drive mid sizers were around for so long, they changed chassis designations. Originally known as GM-10s when they launched in the fall of 1987, sometime in the '90s they were referred to by letter codes once again, (in this case, the W-body). Originally only available as coupes, sedans became available in 1990. And so did a convertible, only on the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme body style. The targa bar was necessary both for chassis rigidity and because the W-body coupes had their door handles nestled into the B-pillars for a smoother profile. It's an outlier, and being both an outlier and a convertible, this example automatically becomes more interesting for drivers and collectors alike." Thx Hemmings.com, July 2024
For consignment, a 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible, showing 60,812 ticks on the clock which are title verified actual miles. A mix of new parts, old parts in good condition, and a fresh tune up make this one worthy of your consideration. In the mid 90's, we remember these being a very hot car and if you had one, you probably smiled more than the average driver.
Exterior
They came in several colors, of course, but the white seemed to be a favorite and with its ribbed body cladding and black accents, looks a bit like a Star Wars stormtrooper on wheels. The squinting double headlights that are paired with an equal sized marker light gives a sinister, triple eyed stare. Back to that body cladding which gives the car a lower, racy stance wrapped around refinished 16-inch 5 spoke wheels and including front and rear bumper covers that complete the monochromatic look and allows for an inlet in lieu of a massive front grille. The white canvas top shows a bit of graying but is in fine condition, housing a glass window out back that will never haze over. With the top down, that B-pillar becomes a cool factor with its vertical door handles mounted flush, and the targa bar which has pace car vibes, but never saw the track. For the trivia buffs out there, an '88 convertible concept Cutlass paced Indy that year, but had no targa bar! Imperfections on this car include chips in the paint on the plastic convertible frame that surrounds the convertible. The rest is in very good condition.
Interior
Burgundy is the color of choice on the inside and it's a great contrast to the white, beginning on the door panels where padded and stitched leather uppers insect with an armrest which gives way to a plush carpeted lower that continues up on the hinge side of the door. The doors also anchor the seatbelt which pulls from a roller in the lower panel. Luxurious leather bucket seats are wide, bolstered, and heavily padded, with the driver's side showing just a touch of wrinkling at the entry point. The rear seats are also buckets in and provide a very comfortable second row as occupants are afforded armrests, ashtrays, and speakers on the sidewalls. The steering wheel is covered with an extra piece and leads to the dashboard that also wears an extra covering in the form of a fitted dash mat, all the rage in the late 80's and 90's. Below it, a simple horizontal instrument cluster with four gauges while toward the center, a refurbished Delco AM/FM/CD/Bluetooth radio is perched above the climate control panel with digital readout behind brushed plastic panels. That brushed surface also covers the plate of the shifter, a T-handle affair that rises straight from the center console. Plush burgundy carpet is toes deep on the floor and wears fitted carpeted mats to complete the interior of this no frills but well appointed cabin. The trunk is cleanly lined with gray cloth covered panels.
Drivetrain
Under the hood we find a driver quality engine bay with no major red flags. Inside is a 3.4 liter DOHC V6, fuel injected and rated at 210 horsepower. A 4T60E 4-speed automatic keeps power in the front where it meets 3.43 gearing. Power disc brakes are found front and rear.
Undercarriage
Typical age induced discoloration of metals, but the belly of the body is clean and dry. That goes for the components underneath save for a bit of residual oil on the pan and transmission, but no leaks are observed. There's no grease build up and very little surface rust. The single exhaust splits near the back where it encounters original equipment mufflers before exiting as double twin tailpipes under the sculpted cladding of the rear panel. Suspension consists of Macpherson struts up front and independent suspension in the back with a transflex leaf.
Drive-Ability
We melt into the big leather seats of this fifth-gen Cutlass where the 3.4 liter delivers good power. This is a cruiser, not a bruiser, so 210 ponies are more than adequate to activate momentum in the four seater. The front wheel drive did not suffer from overt understeer at low speeds and handling is quite good with fresh 60 series tires that have an early 2022 date code. And as a car with gratefully limited bells and whistles, every function available worked as it should. 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 your purchase.
Only 8,638 Cutlass Supreme convertibles were built in 1994 and other years also saw limited numbered production. Many classic car experts have included this car in lists of future classics. Well, the future is here and finding clean examples is getting harder each year. Regardless of its 90's era design, this car still has a freshness to it and still presents impressively. Buy it for show or buy it to drive. Buy it because only cool people or adults had them in the 90's. Well, welcome to adulthood, and welcome to the cool crowd!
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G-General Motors
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WT-Cutlass Supreme
3-2 Door Convertible
5-Manual Belts, Driver's Airbag
X-3.4L V6
7-Check Digit
R-1994
D-Doraville, GA Assy Plant
328739-Sequential Unit Number
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