1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham Coupe Burn Out Attempt

1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham Coupe - The Gutless Cutlass
This tired old girl was a top of the line cruiser back in 1977, when she was all fresh and clean. We managed to get the tires to spin but this is is no massive tire ripper. Back in the late 70's cars were still heavy tanks but the engines had been so badly de-tuned, for gas savings (remember the "Oil Crisis"?) and for higher emissions standards, that this last of the "Third Generation" Cutlass was always a bit of a 5000 lb weakling. This car is mostly intact but not really a "survivor". It has far too much rust. But it is the last of its kind (good or bad).
In 1978 the newer, lighter body style was released. That was the one they used for the W30s that are nearly as collectible as older classic cars from the late 60s and early 70s. This body style was introduced in 1973, and it had had more power it might be more collectible today.
We have since sold the Cutlass, and with any luck it might survive to be restored, but I would not hold my breath. That means that videos like this might be all that remain of the these beasts. It's too bad too. With a larger more powerful engine, like a 455 or even just a Chev 350 with a Holley and some headers, this would make a nice "Banker's Hotrod". With some suspension upgrades and some attempts to lighten the body, this could be an original looking Resto-mod that could do some track work.
Or maybe it will go out with a bang in some demolition derby!! It's a Love-Hate thang...and kinda sexy...

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[matt4270]

Those late 70's muscle cars really lite em' up! Imagine, a 350 V8 with close to 100 HP! ( Probably more like 80 hp!)

[LovinSporkful]

Cool burnout! Nice to see someone who appreciates muscle cars as much as me!