Weird Spec: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S 5 Speed

If I mentioned 5 speed manual equipped coupes from the 1970's, brands like Alfa Romeo, Lotus, or BMW would first come to mind.  Imagine my surprise when finding this factory 5 speed Cutlass S.  You could, but not many did option out the small 260 ci Olds V8 with a 5 speed manual on all models except for the Supreme and wagon.  The 260 was a reaction to the 70's fuel crisis and shared the same stroke as the larger Olds 350.  The Borg Warner sourced 5 speed could likely be paired up with the larger 350, but am not sure how robust they were.  These Colonnade models ended in 1977 and gave way to the even smaller G-body coupes.  Find this 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S for sale in Lexington, MA for $6,900 via craigslist.

Muscle Machine: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

The third generation Oldsmobile Cutlass was built on GM's A-body platform from 1968 through 1972.  The three flavors consisted of a base model F-85, mid-level Cutlass S, an upscale Cutlass Supreme, and the fun machine 4-4-2.  This is a simple Cutlass S, but it is offered for a fair price and looks presentable.  Find this 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass S offered for $9,000 in Ft Myers, FL via craigslist.  Tip from dascpcu.