The 455 cubic-inch Rocket V8 was carried over from previous models as the standard Toronado engine. The introduction of the second-generation Toronado coincided with the implementation of a GM corporate edict that took effect with the 1971 models which required all engines to run on lower-octane regular leaded, low lead or unleaded gasoline to meet increasing more stringent Federal (and California) emission control regulations as a first step toward the introduction of catalytic converters in 1975 which would mandate the use of unleaded fuel—and also necessitated substantially lower compression ratios. The '71 Toronado's 455 cubic-inch V8 was rated at 350 horsepower (down from 375 in 1970) with a compression ratio of 8.5 to 1 (down from 10.5 to 1 in 1970). For 1972, the advertised horsepower rating for the 455 engine dropped to 250 thanks to a switch in horsepower measurements from the gross ratings in which power was measured by a dynometer with no accessories attached to "net" ratings which were measured as installed in a vehicle with all accessories and emissions equipment attached. By 1976, the last year for the 455 engine in the Toronado, the rating dropped to 215 net horses.
The second generation of 1971–78 is mainly noted for the early use of two safety features that are now universal standards. This body-style featured the first standard installation of high-mounted auxiliary brake lights, although a somewhat similar feature had appeared briefly as an option on the Ford Thunderbird in the late 1960s. Also, for 1974 through 1976 models, the Toronado was part of GM's first experimental production run of driver's-side airbags.
Styling/engineering highlights through the years included disc brakes with wear sensors for 1972, federally-mandated five-mile per hour front and rear bumpers in 1973 along with new vertical taillights, stand-up hood ornament and fixed rear side opera windows in 1974 and rectangular headlights in 1975.
During most of the Toronado's second-generation run, two interior trims were generally offered each year. The standard interior trim consisted of a choice of cloth or vinyl upholstery and a Custom Sport notchback bench seat with center armrest. An optional Brougham interior available in cloth, velour or vinyl trims included cut-pile carpeting, door-mounted courtesy lighting and a split 60/40 bench seat with armrest. From 1971 to 1973, the Toronado's "Command Center" wrap-around instrument panel was similar to other full-sized Oldsmobiles featuring a large squared speedometer directly in front of the driver, heating/air conditioning and lights/wipers switches on the left hand side and the radio controls and cigar lighter on the right hand side. From 1974 to 1978, a flat instrument panel (again shared with Delta 88 and Ninety-Eight models) was used that featured a horizontal sweep speedometer flanked by a "Message Center" of warning lights, fuel gauge and shift quadrant, with the other controls in the same locations as in previous years.
As befitting of a luxury car, Toronados featured a long list of standard equipment that included Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission, variable-ratio power steering, power front disc brakes along with an electric clock, carpeting and deluxe wheel covers. Virtually all Toronados were sold loaded with extra-cost options including air conditioning, AM/FM stereo with 8-track tape player, power trunk release, vinyl roof, tilt and telescopic steering wheel, cruise control, power windows, power door locks and six-way power seats. Power windows became standard equipment in 1975.
(above information taken from Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oldsmobile_Toronado)

Some History of this car:
The car was bought by my Grandfather in the early 80's (?I have to look for the records of this) at Mattsons in muskegon. I think he was the second owner but would have to check that as well. The car was not a daily driver but more of a third car and at times a fourth car. The car then found itself placed in storage for a number of years. I believe this took place in the late late 80's and very early 90's. In the mid 90's the car receieved some fresh paint and some exhaust work along with some other things. The car was then placed back into storage until last year when it was placed for sale.
If you have any questions or would like to know anything else about the car or its history please feel free to ask or call
Car has Power windows, locks, trunk, 455 engine, and lots more
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Cars A/C works okay but doesnt blow super cold
Headlights need new bulbs and breaks are not working.

 

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