Oldsmobile 98 Parts

General Motors manufactured the luxury Oldsmobile 98 between 1941 and 1996 during which it underwent continuous improvements to both design and engineering aspects for six decades. When Oldsmobile released the 98 to the market it featured a straight-eight engine that delivered dependable performance together with smooth operation. Oldsmobile marked 1940 as the year when it released the Hydramatic automatic transmission which became the first mass-produced automatic transmission to deliver smoother operation and better driving control. Standard equipment on the 1980 model consisted of a 307 cu in (5.0 L) V8 engine intended to boost fuel economy performance. During 1981 Oldsmobile incorporated the Buick 252-cu in V6 engine into its specs alongside the THM200-4R automatic transmission. Through its entire lifespan the 98 model focused on luxury features which included safety glass in addition to dual horns and customized upholstery. Inside the vehicle owners enjoyed a comfortable driving experience because the Oldsmobile 98 measured 216.0 inches in length and had a 127.0-inch wheelbase. The top condition maintenance of an Oldsmobile 98 depends on owners using genuine OEM parts that follow factory standards for reliable performance.