Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais

The Oldsmobile Calais is a

The Calais was initially offered in an unnamed base and Supreme models. For 1986, four-door models were added across the lineup, and GT and the ES models were introduced. Distinguishing features of these two sportier models included composite headlamps (replacing quad sealed beam units), FE3 sport tuned suspension and various body cladding. In 1987, the ES was dropped and the lineup consisted of the base, Supreme and GT. Composite headlamps were on all models, and passive restraints were added to all models. The standard powerplant was the Tech-IV four-cylinder, with the 3.0 V6 (automatic only) was optional on all models.

In 1988, the Quad 4 engine became available for all models. It was showcased in a special limited edition of the Calais GT, (sometimes known as the GT Quad 4).^[1] Offered across several Oldsmobile models, the Calais was also available in the International Series trim. Available as both a 2-door or a 4-door and featured exclusive options for the range including lower front and rear facias, lower rocker extensions, and quad-tipped sport exhaust. Changes inside include thickly bolstered sport seats which feature driver-side power controls and were available in cloth with leather accents or full leather. The International Series came standard with power locks and windows with driver's side auto-down, a multifunction Driver Information Center in the center console, full gauges, cruise control, and the FE3 sport suspension. Optional equipment on the International series included keyless entry and a Delco CD player.

For 1989, the GT was dropped, however the Quad 4 engine continued to be available for all models.

In 1990, standard engine for the International was the new Quad 4 H.O. although the normal Quad 4 L.O. and automatic transmission were an option.

Special Editions

First Production Model

The first production model (

Oldsmobile provided the vehicles for the 1985 Indianapolis 500, including two specially built convertibles (a body style never offered by GM) as actual on-track pace cars.^[3] The convertibles, one of which was driven by actor James Garner, were painted candy-apple red with a red and silver interior. At least one of the convertible cars is still in existence and was offered at auction in 2019.^[4] In addition to the on-track cars Oldsmobile supplied "Calais 500" coupes with decals and special paint, they were otherwise stock.^[5] Records indicate 2,998 "Calais 500" editions were built for both track use and for public sale.

Quad 442

Between 1990 to 1991, Oldsmobile offered the

• 1985–1988
  I4
  , 92-98 hp and 135 lb⋅ft (183 N⋅m)
• 1989–1991
  Tech IV
  2.5 L (151 cu in) I4, 98–110 hp (73–82 kW) and 135 lb⋅ft (183 N⋅m)
• 1987–1991
  Quad 4
  2.3 L (140 cu in) I4, 150-160 hp and 160 lb⋅ft (217 N⋅m)
• 1990–1991
  Quad 4 2.3 L (140 cu in) I4, 180 hp (134 kW) and 160 lb⋅ft (217 N⋅m) (Oldsmobile 442
  model)
• 1991
  W41
  model)
• 1991–1992
  Quad OHC 2.3 L (140 cu in) I4, 120 hp (89 kW) and 140 lb⋅ft (190 N⋅m) ^{[citation needed}
  ]
• 1985–1988 Buick 3.0 L (181 cu in) V6, 125 hp (93 kW) and 150 lb-ft (203 N-m)
• 1989–1991 3300 3.3 L (204 cu in) V6, 160 hp (119 kW) and 185 lb⋅ft (251 N⋅m)

References

• Flammang, James M./Kowalke, Ron: Standard Catalog of American Cars 1976–1999, Krause Publications, Iola 1999.
  ISBN 0-87341-755-0

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