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Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds 1971 images

by Ross Mills

The Oldsmobile Cutlass Hurst/Olds from 1971 isn’t just another car; it’s a muscle-bound legend with a V8 heart that revs up nostalgia. Originally a top-trim option for the F-85, the Cutlass hit peak popularity as a mid-size powerhouse in the ’60s and ’70s. Among its many variations, the Hurst/Olds stands out, especially this third of 25 prototypes aiming for the ’72 Indy 500 pace car role. With its 350 Rocket V8 engine, it’s like the automotive equivalent of a protein shake—fast, reliable, and ready to flex!

Hurst/Olds 1975 to 1984

by Ross Mills

The Hurst/Olds returned in 1975 with a “T” roof that leaked more than a juicy gossip, leading to recalls. By ’79, the Hurst/Olds was on a new diet, shedding the 455 engine and sticking to a 350, with EPA breathing down its tailpipe. Fast forward to 1983, the model sported a power bulge and enough flashy stripes to make a zebra jealous. In ’84, it flipped its paint job, adding some muscle to its rear end. From waterlogged beginnings to a limited edition superstar, the Hurst/Olds saga is a tale of transformation!

Hurst / Olds 1972 to 1974

by Ross Mills

In the early ’70s, George Hurst took the wheel of the iconic Hurst/Olds muscle car, steering it into history by providing a pace car for the Indy 500—because who wouldn’t trust a guy named George with something like that? Oldsmobile whipped up a batch of Cutlass Supremes, marking a rare day when non-automakers got to show off at Indy. With engines that roared louder than a rock concert and paint jobs flashier than disco pants, the Hurst/Olds left its mark, even if California was stuck with just a 350 engine.

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