1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts, Figures, and Specifications
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1969 Hurst/Olds Hardtop
1969 442 Convertible
1969 442 Post Coupe
1. F-85 Line Now Only Available as Post Coupe
2. 1969 Engine Lineup Unchanged From 1968
3. Steering Column Lock and Shoulder Belts Added
4. M38 Turbo 350 Transmission Available with 350 CID V-8
5. Rare W-32 442 Performance Option Added
1969 Mid-Size Oldsmobiles – New Grilles & Tail Lights
Oldsmobile stood pat with the styling and merely cleaned up the front fascia and grille as well as the rear where the tail lights became vertical. A new three-speed automatic transmission bowed. Most of the sales for the Olds intermediates moved to both the performance market and more luxury-equipped cars. A more aggressive-looking Hurst/Olds arrived.
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| 10 Ebony Black | |
| 40 Saffron | |
| 50 Cameo White | |
| 51 Trophy Blue | |
| 52 Crimson | |
| 55 Tahitian Turquoise | |
| 57 Glade Green | |
| 59 Meadow Green | |
| 61 Sable | |
| 63 Palomino Gold | |
| 65 Topaz | |
| 67 Burgundy Mist | |
| 69 Platinum Silver | |
| 75 Aztec Gold | |
| 77 Autumn Gold | |
| 80 Powder Blue | |
| 81 Flamingo Silver | |
| 82 Covert Beige | |
| 83 Deauville Gray | |
| 85 Chestnut Bronze |
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1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Car Facts and Specifications
General Year Information – 1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Car Facts
NOTE: Vista Cruiser was considered a special separate model line and is not covered here.
The 1969 Oldsmobile mid-size models received only minor trim changes from their ’68 counterparts with what would be an Olds trademark split grille with vertical bars and vertical taillights. Per federal safety regulations, headrests were now standard equipment and the ignition switch moved from the instrument panel to the steering column to lock the steering when not in use, one year before the locking steering columns were federally mandated.
Engine offerings were unchanged from 1968, but a new three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 transmission was added to the option list and available with all versions of the 350 CID V-8 including the W-31 option. The two-speed Jetaway automatic was still available with the 250 CID I-6 or the two-barrel 350 CID V-8. The Turnpike Cruising two-barrel 400 CIDV-8 was dropped from the 442 line and was only available only in the Vista Cruiser wagons.
Twin hood stripes were now available on the 442 to highlight the new dual-bulged hood. The “4-4-2” numerals grew in size. Optional disc brakes had updated single-piston calipers. The exhaust manifolds featured a new center divider for better performance. The W-32 option appeared.
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The W-32 package was developed due to the rather highly strung W-30. The W-32 was only available with automatic transmission and was essentially a manual transmission 442 with OAI . For more info, see the 1968-1969 Oldsmobile Super Tuning Guide HERE.
The second iteration of the Hurst/Olds was much more aggressive looking with dual hood scoops, a rear wing and white and gold paint. The engine was now offered with a bit softer camshaft that favored torque. Performance seemed unaffected. See the Hurst Industries Hurst/Olds Specifications letter HERE. Chassis and other specs can be found HERE.
The Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 was developed to replace the two-speed Super Turbine 300 and Powerglide transmissions. The 350 units were manufactured by Buick and by Chevrolet, with the Buick version used by Oldsmobile. See the specs HERE.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Models Offered
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F-85 – Standard F-85 equipment included: four-way flashers; front arm rests; cigarette lighter; vinyl floor covering: seat belts and shoulder harnesses; outside rear view mirror and chrome hubcaps. Interiors were in vinyl. Standard tire size was 7.75 x 14 inches.
For 1969 the F-85Series was reduced to just a single coupe model, the Sports Coupe.
Cutlass – As in 1968, the two-door offerings in the Cutlass class were named “Cutlass S”. The very potent W-31 package was available in Cutlass and Cutlass Supreme models. It was Standard Cutlass equipment included all items from the F-85 list plus: hood louvers; insulated fiberglass hood blanket; Nylon blend carpeting; special molding package and DeLuxe steering wheel. Standard tire size was 7.75 x 14 inches. Upholstery choices were vinyl or cloth.
Cutlass Models were 2-door Sports Coupe, 2-door Holiday Hardtop Coupe, 4-door Town Sedan, 4-door Holiday Hardtop Sedan, Convertible, and Station Wagon.
Cutlass Supreme – Once again, the ultimate luxury in Oldsmobile’s intermediate line was embodied in the Cutlass Supreme lineup for 1969. This three-model series remained one of Oldsmobile’s best sellers. Standard Supreme equipment included all items from the Cutlass standard equipment list plus: loop pile carpeting; oval outside rear view mirror; molding package; inside day/night mirror; front stabilizer bar and dual latched hood. Upholstery came in either vinyl or cloth. Standard tire size was 7.75 x 14 inches.
Cutlass Supreme Models were 2-door Holiday Hardtop Coupe, 4-door Town Sedan, and 4-door Holiday Hardtop Sedan.
442 – Originally offered since mid-1964 as an option, for the second year the 442 was now a series. Three basic models were available. If a 4-4-2 buyer wanted a little more performance a special W-32 package could be ordered. It was based on a the standard 442 with forced-air , but only with automatic transmission. The ultra-high performance W-30 was still available. Standard 4-4-2 equipment included all items from the Cutlass list plus: special grille, special stripes and emblems, bucket seats, heavy-duty drive shaft, special handling package, heavy-duty wheels and straight-through exhaust system. Tire size was F-70 x 14 inches.
442 Models were 2-door Sports Coupe, 2-door Holiday Hardtop Coupe, and Convertible.
You can see more details on the 442 packages by viewing the “Doctor Oldsmobile” Brochure HERE or the 1969 442 AMA Specification Sheets HERE.
Hurst/Olds – Just like 1968, the Hurst/Olds was an automatic transmission 442 with a 380 HP 455 CID V-8. There were some other unique features: 455 CID engine with W-30 cylinder heads an all new 285/287 degree camshaft, OAI system, Hurst Dual-gate Shifter, G70 x14 tires, special white and gold paint scheme, full hood scoops, a rear wing and unique badging, inside and out.
The Hurst /Olds was only available as a 2-door Holiday Hardtop Coupe this year.
You can see all the special equipment in the package by referencing the Hurst/Olds Specifications Letter HERE and the Hurst/Olds Press Release HERE.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – W-31 Production
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- F-85 Club coupe 212
- Cutlass Club coupe 106
- Cutlass S Holiday coupe 569
- Cutlass S Holiday convertible 26
- Total Production – 913
NOTE: Check out our Article: The 1968-1970 Oldsmobile 350 CID W-31 V-8: The Little Engine that Could! HERE.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Engines
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- 155 HP 250 CID I-6
- 250 HP 350 CID V-8
- 310 HP 350 CID V-8
- 325 HP 350 CID V-8 W-31
- 325 HP 400 CID 442 V-8 AMT
- 350 HP 400 CID 442 W-32 V-8 AMT
- 350 HP 400 CID 442 V-8 SMT
- 360 HP 400 CID 442 V-8 W-30
- 380 HP 455 CID H/O V-8 AMT
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250 CID I-6 – All Transmissions. In-line six cylinder. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Seven main bearings.
Displacement: 250 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 3.875 x 3.530 inches.
Compression ratio: 8.50:1.
Horsepower: 155 @ 4200 RPM.
Torque: 240 @ 2000 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 244°, Exhaust 244°, Overlap 33° 30′, Lift 0.388″ (intake), 0.388″ (exhaust).
Carburetor: Rochester BV one-barrel model (manual transmission) 7029057 (automatic transmission) 7029014.
350 CID 2-Barrel V-8 – All Transmissions. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 350 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.057″ x 3.385″.
Compression ratio: 9.0:1.
Horsepower: 250 @ 4400 RPM.
Torque: 355 @ 2600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 250°, Exhaust 264°, Overlap 36°, Lift 0.435″ (intake), 0.435” (exhaust).
Carburetor: Rochester 2-barrel (manual transmission) 7029155 (automatic transmission) 702819156.
350 CID 4-Barrel V-8 – All Transmissions. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 350 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.057″ x 3.385″.
Compression ratio: 10.25:1.
Horsepower: 310 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 390 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 250°, Exhaust 264°, Overlap 36°, Lift 0.435″ (intake), 0.435” (exhaust).
Carburetor: Rochester 4-barrel (manual transmission) 7029250 (automatic transmission) 7029254.
350 CID W-31 OAI V-8– All Transmissions. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 350 CID.
Bore and stroke: 4.057″ x 3.385″.
Compression ratio: 10.50:1.
Horsepower: 325 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 360 @ 3600 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Valve springs: Special high strength 218 lbs. open pressure.
Valve head size: (intake) 2.003″-1.990″; (exhaust) 1.629″-1.619″.
Camshaft timing: Intake 308°, Exhaust 308°, Overlap 82°, Lift (intake) 0.474″, (exhaust) 0.474”.
Induction: Forced Air (OAI)
Carburetor: Rochester Quadra-jet 4-barrel (all transmissions) 7029255.
NOTE: “Select Fit” reciprocating parts.
400 CID 442 V-8 Automatic Transmission Only. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 3.870″ x 4.250″.
Compression ratio: 10.50:1.
Horsepower: 325 @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 440 @ 3000 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 278°, Exhaust 282°, Overlap 47°, Lift 0.430″ (intake), 0.432” (exhaust).
Carburetor: Rochester Quadra-jet 4-barrel (automatic transmission) #7029251.
400 CID 442 W-32 V-8 – Automatic Transmission Only. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 3.870″ x 4.250″.
Compression ratio: 10.50:1.
Horsepower: 350 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 440 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 286°, Exhaust 286°, Overlap 58°, Lift 0.472″ (intake), 0.472” (exhaust).
Induction: Forced Air (OAI)
Carburetor: Rochester Quadra-jet 4-barrel (automatic transmission) #7029251.
400 CID 442 V-8 – Manual Transmission Only. V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 3.870″ x 4.250″.
Compression ratio: 10.50:1.
Horsepower: 350 @ 4800 RPM.
Torque: 440 @ 3200 RPM.
Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 286°, Exhaust 286°, Overlap 58°, Lift 0.472″ (intake), 0.472” (exhaust).
Carburetor: Rochester 4MV (Quadra-Jet) 4-barrel Model 7029253.
400 CID 442 W-30 OAI –All Transmissions: V-8. Overhead valves. Cast iron block. Five main bearings.
Displacement: 400 CID.
Bore and stroke: 3.870″ x 4.250″.
Compression ratio: 10.50:1.
Horsepower: 360 @ 5400 RPM.
Torque: 440 @ 3600 RPM. Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
Camshaft timing: Intake 328°, Exhaust 328°, Overlap 108°, Lift 0.475″ (intake), 0.475” (exhaust).
Induction: Forced Air (OAI)
Carburetor: Rochester 4MV (Quadra-Jet) 4-barrel Model 7029254.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Chassis Features
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- Wheelbase: 2-door: 112 inches; 4-door : 116 inches.
- Overall length: 2-door: 201.9 inches; 4-door: 205.9 inches.
- Overall height: 2-door: 52.8 inches; 4-door: 53.5 inches.
- Overall width: 2-door: 76.2 inches; 4-door: 76.8 inches.
- Front track: All: 59 inches.
- Rear track: All: 59 inches.
- Tires: 7.75 x 14 2 ply; Optional: F70 14 4 ply; F78 14 radial, Export Only: G78 14; 8.25 x 14.
- 4-4-2 Tires: F70 14 standard; Optional G70 14.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Powertrain Information
- Three Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
- I-6 1st – 2.85:1, 2nd – 1.68:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.95:1.
- 350 CID V-8: 1st – 2.54:1, 2nd – 1.50:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.63:1.
- 400 CID V-8: 1st – 2.42:1, 2nd – 1.61:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.33:1.
- Four Speed Manual Transmission Ratios
- I-6 and 350 CID V-8: 1st – 2.52:1 2nd – 1.88:1, 3rd – 1.46:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.60:1.
- 400 CID V-8: 1st – 2.52:1 2nd – 1.88:1, 3rd – 1.46:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.60:1.
- 400 CID V-8 Close Ratio: 1st – 2.20:1 2nd – 1.64:1, 3rd – 1.28:1, 4th 1:1, Reverse – 2.08:1.
- Automatic Transmission Ratios
- Jetaway 2-Speed: Low – 1.76:1, High – 1:1, Reverse – 2.49:1.
- I-6: Low Angle – 2.5:1, High – 1..95:1.
- 350 V-8: Low Angle – 2.20:1, High – 1..80:1.
- 350 Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed: 1st – 2.52:1, 2nd – 1.52:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 1.93:1.
- 400 Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-speed: 1st – 2.48:1, 2nd – 1.48:1, 3rd – 1:1, Reverse – 2.08:1.
- Maximum Stall:
- T-350: 2.20:1 Fixed Stator.
- T-400: 2.30:1 Fixed Stator.
- Jetaway 2-Speed: Low – 1.76:1, High – 1:1, Reverse – 2.49:1.
- Rear Gear Standard Ratios
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- I-6 SMT: 2.78:1; Optional 3.08:1.
- I-6 AMT: 2.78:1; Optional 3.08.
- 350 CID 250 HP V-8 SMT: 3.08:1.
- 350 CID 250 HP AMT: 2.56:1; Optional 2.78:1.
- 350 CID 310 HP V-8 SMT: 3.08:1.
- 350 CID 310 HP AMT: 2.78:1.
- 400 CID V-8 3-speed SMT: 3.23:1.
- 400 CID V-8 4-speed Wide Ratio SMT: 3.42:1.
- 400 CID V-8 4-speed Close Ratio SMT: 3.91:1.
- 400 CID V-8 AMT: 3.08:1.
- 400 CID V-8 Turnpike Cruising AMT: 2.56:1.
- 400 CID V-8 W-30 4-speed Close Ratio SMT: 4.33:1.
- 400 CID V-8 W-30 AMT: 3.42:1.
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NOTE: For more powertrain information, you may access the 1969 Oldsmobile mid-size AMA Specifications Sheets HERE and the 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Specific AMA Specifications Sheets HERE
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Powertrain Options
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- Three speed manual column-shift transmission was standard on all models except 442.
- The Hurst/Olds option – consisted of special paint, hood scoop, and rear wing, special handling package, and a special 455 CID V-8.
- 350 CID 310 HP V-8 ($47).
- 400 CID 325 horsepower V-8 for Cutlass ($47).
- Air induction package, Code W-25 ($42).
- 350 CID W-31 package – Special air induction for Cutlass ($310).
- 400 CID W-30 package – Special air induction package for 4-4-2 ($264).
- 400 CID W-32 package – Special air induction package for auto trans 4-4-2 ($194).
- Automatic transmission ($227).
- Three-speed manual floor shift transmission ($84).
- Wide-ratio four-speed manual transmission with floor shift ($184).
- Close-ratio four-speed manual transmission with floor shift ($184).
- Positive traction rear axle ($43).
- Cruise control ($57).
- Available rear axle gear ratios (depending on axle case fitted): 2.41:1, 2.73:1, 2.78:1, 2.93:1, 3.08:1, 3.23:1, 3.42:1, 3.90:1, 3.91:1, and 4.33:1.
NOTE: For more options and information on power teams, see Oldsmobile SPECS sales booklet found HERE.
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Facts – Significant Options
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- Air conditioning ($375).
- Bucket seats ($68).
- Clock ($17).
- Courtesy lamps ($6-$12).
- Cruise Control ($61).
- Floor mats ($7).
- Floor mats ($7).
- Outside mirror, remote-control ($9).
- Outside rear view mirror ($5).
- Power antenna ($31).
- Power brakes ($41).
- Power disc brakes ($105).
- Power door locks ($44-$68).
- Power seats ($100).
- Power steering ($100).
- Power trunk release ($17).
- Power windows ($100).
- Radio, AM Deluxe push button ($70).
- Radio, AM/FM ($238).
- Rear speaker ($16).
- Rear window defogger ($44).
- Rocket Rallye Pack instruments ($84).
- Seat shoulder belts ($23).
- Special order paint ($83).
- Sports console ($61).
- Stereo tape player ($134).
- Tilt steering column ($46).
- Tinted windows, all ($38).
- Tinted windshield ($25).
- Two-speed wipers and washer ($23).
- Two-tone paint ($31).
- Vinyl roof ($121).
- Wheels Super Stock ($73).
NOTE: For more options and information, see Oldsmobile SPECS sales booklet found HERE.
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1969 Hurst/Oldsmobile Brochure
1969 Hurst/Olds Magazine Reprint
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars Print Ads
1969 Oldsmobile W-31 Print Ads
1969 Oldsmobile Mid-Size Cars AMA Specifications Sheets
1969 Oldsmobile 442 AMA Specifications Sheets
1969 Oldsmobile Super Tuning Guide – All 442 and W-Series
1969 Hurst/Olds Super Tuning & Parts Information
1968-69 Hurst/Olds Dual Gate Service Bulletin
1969 Hurst/Olds Road Test – Car Life Magazine
1969 Hurst/Olds Road Test – Motor Trend Magazine
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass W-31 Road Test – Car and Driver Magazine
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1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible
The 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible sales slipped slightly from the previous year, down to 4,295, but among that was 121 W-30s.
1969 Oldsmobile 442 Holiday Hardtop
The 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Holiday Hardtop was the most popular 442 model. 19,587 were delivered.
1969 Oldsmobile 442 Sports Coupe
The 1969 Oldsmobile 442 Sports Coupe should have been the choice of the performance buyer, especially those seeking the W-30 option, Only 2,475 chose this version and only 171 were W-30 equipped.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Holiday Sedan
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Holiday Sedan was the top end Cutlass this year. 8,714 customers picked one.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Holiday Hardtop
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Holiday Hardtop was the most upscale 2-door next to the 442. It was quite popular with 29,163 delivered.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Town Sedan
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Town Sedan was the most practical upscale Cutlass, but that didn’t convince many buyers, with only 4,522 produced.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Convertible
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Convertible sat just below the 442 version and its price point was just right. with 13,732 delivered.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Holiday Hardtop
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Holiday Hardtop was the sportiest Cutlass next to the 442. It was the best selling Cutlass at 67,061 produced.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Holiday Sedan
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Holiday Sedan was not as popular as the Supreme version with only 7,282 delivered.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Town Sedan
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Town Sedan was the second best-selling Cutlass with 34,430 finding buyers.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Sports Coupe
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Sports Coupe was the poor sister to the Holiday, with only 11,165 produced.
1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Station Wagon
The 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Station Wagon was always out shown by the longer and more luxurious Vista Cruiser. It was a practical alternative and 8,739 customers thought so.
1969 Oldsmobile F-85 Coupe
The 1969 Oldsmobile F-85 Coupe was the only remaining model in the F-85 line. Offered as a low price entry vehicle, 8,440 were sold, as solid amount.