Honorable mention 'modern classic': Olds 98 with the 3800 block, I really dig how the cab has a separate style from the body... clean, subtle lines all around, but not blahs-ville... form-follows-function, but not obnoxiously utilitarian... very comfortable, handled and drove incredibly well... probably the most Mercedes-esque sedan I've ever driven.
The Aurora. It was a beautifully designed car. Sporty, luxurious, with an elegant styling to it. After the closing of Olds, I think the Cadillac took on allot of future tech and styling cues from Olds and the Aurora.
Me? Hands down---of the ones shown, my pick would be the `59 Olds 98 'Scenicoupe'. Not nearly as wild looking as the Chevy or Cadillac that year, but still a 180 from the heavy, overchromed `58 models Harley Earl threw at the public. And they were always best two-toned!
I come from an Oldsmobile family. My dad owned Olds from model years 1950,1954,1956,1957,1960,1965,1967,1968,1973,1974,1975, and 1978. I have owned Olds model years 1980,1986,1989 and 1996. And still have a 2004 Bravada. Sorry to see the brand go.
I would add, the 1967 Oldsmobile 442, 1963 Starfire and any Vista Cruiser. Adam, you hit the nail on the head with the 66 Toronado, and yours is the perfect color.........
I think nothing outdoes that 1966 Olds Toronada. It’s so sharp, cool looking, and classy for a car that was ahead of it’s time. Would love to have one!
