The Fiesta Holiday brings Oldsmobile’s elaborate 1950s styling to a useful long roof. This two-tone example stands out for its restored body, brightwork and leather cabin.
The Fiesta Holiday brings Oldsmobile’s elaborate 1950s styling to a useful long roof. This two-tone example stands out for its restored body, brightwork and leather cabin. The listing describes a restoration around 2022 but says the engine received cosmetic attention rather than a mechanical rebuild. That distinction makes the car more interesting to assess—and prevents fresh paint from being mistaken for a rebuilt powertrain.
| Data point | This car | Qualification | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Last recorded asking price | $62,000 | Historical advertisement; current price and availability could not be established. | Significant Cars |
| Vehicle identity | VIN not published in the accessible listing | Match the vehicle and title. Waghoon has not independently inspected the car. | Significant Cars |
| Mileage | 79,243 miles shown; lifetime mileage unverified | Seller-reported; verify history and the actual odometer. | Significant Cars |
| Location | Fortville, Indiana | Plan inspection and transport before committing. | Significant Cars |
| Listed specification | Stock 552 | Seller-listed equipment; verify against the actual car. | Significant Cars |
| Curation signals | Classic, Restored, Rare spec | The specific attributes behind the editorial selection. | Significant Cars |
These checks follow from the car’s age and advertised equipment. They are not a claim that this vehicle has a defect or that a problem affects every example. Have an independent specialist assess the actual car.
| What to inspect | Basis | What the listing establishes |
|---|---|---|
| Restoration evidenceRequest dated bodywork photographs and invoices. Inspect door gaps, lower body repairs, chrome fit and water entry around the long roof. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | The seller describes a restoration around 2022. |
| Mechanical conditionArrange a genuinely cold start and a warm road test, and have a specialist assess compression, oil pressure, cooling and fluid leaks as appropriate. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | The engine is described as cosmetically restored, not mechanically rebuilt. |
| Identity and interior fitVerify the chassis number on the car and title, then check seat mounting, belt provision, rear-seat operation and interior trim installation. | Seller equipment; Waghoon inspection prompt | A leather interior is advertised; the accessible page does not supply a VIN. |
A collector drawn to a less familiar 1950s wagon who will assess restoration quality and mechanical condition separately.
Advertised at $62,000 with 79,243 miles shown. Lifetime mileage and a VIN were not established from the accessible listing. Obtain the chassis number and title before proceeding.
Waghoon has not independently verified the car’s condition, title, ownership history or seller statements. Ask for an itemized price and service records, confirm the exact vehicle is still available, and arrange an independent inspection. Use the wagon buying checklist to make that conversation specific.
Evergreen model guidance and measurement tools are separate from this listing’s dated status.
Compare the configuration, then check the individual car.