1968 Hurst Olds Convertible

[HO455]

I thought this was kind of an interesting thread about the 1968 Hurst Olds. The vintage pictures of the 68 HO are kind of cool.

http://72.22.90.30/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?...4d6402e7801ce40

[SmallHurst]

I have not seen it in person, but my buddy happens to be restoring this vehicle. He also happens to have one of the '69 H/O convertables. He has a passion for big block, A body, 4-speed, convertables. These are the only automatics he has in his collection!!

[HO455]

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

[HO455]

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.

[SmallHurst]

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!

[supcarbob]

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?

[StealthBird]

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.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

What that pic taken in Warminster, PA? Looks like the HH Plastics building - ex Hurst plant.

[DaJudge]

That is definitely the old Warminster Plant

[mockingbird812]

I was stationed at the Naval Air Warfare Center, Warminster PA from '94 to '96. I passed the old Hurst Plant regularly to and from work and home (Chalfont). Inspiring!