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#1
02-02-2008, 09:28 AM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
Wow-Rusty that is very cool. I was not sure where those cars were today. Those are truly historic cars that spent their lives in front of racing fans. Linda Vaughn being so closely associated with the 68-9 HO convertibles has really made them famous cars with a documented history in pictures.
 I would think those cars would be almost priceless in value today because of their history, legacy and rarity. It sure would be neat to see some pictures of both the 68 and 69 HO convertibles once your friend gets them completed. Is the 1968 HO convertible a four-speed or automatic? I read an interview with Doc Watson some time ago where he said that Hurst made about five or six 1968 HO convertibles but I never really was sure on the accurate count. Thanks Rusty for sharing the info on two very rare cars. John
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02-02-2008, 12:21 PM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
DAH
 -You already answered the transmission question. Sorry Rusty I’ve been shoveling a little too much snow lately. I think my brain is frozen. 
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02-02-2008, 09:59 PM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
My buddy has not restored the '69 H/O and everyone flipped out when they saw his car at the Olds Centennial in '97. I have never seen so many grown men instantly flop on their bellies to take a look at the trans tag! He has driven (yes, driven!!!) this car to Denver and Lansing in '02. I want him to get the '68 on the road in a hustle, but as it always works with the best laid plans, just too much going on to get it finished yet!
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02-08-2008, 08:59 AM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
I remember one of the 1968 silver Hurst/Olds 442(4-speed) convertibles on ebay a few years ago. I believe Joe at Parts Place bought it.Does any one know how many convertibles in '68 were made?
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#5
02-08-2008, 05:37 PM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
I had always heard they made two. Probably didn't make anymore because it took 3 men (all sitting in the back seat) to shift.
 Here's another view of one of the weird flipper-wing prototypes. Hurst was obviously inspired by the innovative Jim Hall 2E Chaparrals from 1966/1967. I doubt a moveable wing would be very practical (or effective) on a street car, but hey, give them an "A" for effort.
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02-08-2008, 06:09 PM
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Re: 1968 Hurst Olds Convertible
What that pic taken in Warminster, PA? Looks like the HH Plastics building - ex Hurst plant.
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