Oldsmobile’s 88 nameplate lasted for much of the 20th century, starting in 1949 and only coming to a close in 1999, a year ahead of the company’s demise. By all accounts, it was a highly successful design, and for a period of 24 years–1950 to 1974–it was the highest-selling of the company’s entire lineup.

The model we found on Hemmings‘ Classifieds section (number 1603744) came at that awkward but fancy-free period of the early ’60s, when automakers weren’t made to confine themselves to strict EPA standards, yet weren’t quite ready to give up on large wheelbases and bodies. And those fins! Spanning front to back, they give the car a look that will never be replicated again, as they’re completely unnecessary, but they look quite classy with the chrome trim running parallel directly below.

The 394 cubic inch Rocket V-8 engine with 4bbl carburetor is up and running, but the claim of 22 MPG sounds fishy. Nonetheless, it’s been taken care of very well with this owner, as it reportedly has “good oil pressure, voltage, and temperature.” It sounds like a joy to drive around, and it doesn’t hurt that it has power steering and brakes.

The interior looks very well-kept, with new seats, door panels, and trunk. The steering wheel looks cracked, and there’s a few spots that need touching up; still, it’s anything but an eyesore.

This car has a price of $12,500, which puts it on the low end of its price point according to Nada Guides. In fact, it’s $1,000 less than what they recommend, so it’s a deal worth checking out on that basis alone.

It’s a beautiful specimen for its age, and the price sounds right to boot. What do you think? Leave a comment below to share your thoughts.