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1989 Oldsmobile Trans-Am Race Car
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1989 · Oldsmobile Trans-Am Race Car · for Adam Carolla

Paul Newman's Oldsmobile

The Build

A 1989 Oldsmobile Trans-Am race car driven by Paul Newman — part of Adam Carolla's Newman racing collection.

Vehicle History

This Oldsmobile Cutlass Trans-Am car was campaigned by Paul Newman's Newman-Sharp Racing team in the SCCA Trans-Am series. Newman, a genuinely competitive driver who raced well into his 80s, won four SCCA national championships and class honors at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1979.

Known for: Paul Newman's No. 75 Trans-Am racer — Newman raced competitively into his 80s

Gallery

Paul Newman racing the No. 75 Oldsmobile
Paul Newman racing the No. 75 Oldsmobile
Preserved race cockpit with Sparco driver seat
Preserved race cockpit with Sparco driver seat
Original race dashboard and cockpit controls
Original race dashboard and cockpit controls
Restored rear bodywork and fastener detail
Restored rear bodywork and fastener detail
Restored wheel, tire, and brake-duct detail
Restored wheel, tire, and brake-duct detail
Restored Oldsmobile in the Bodie Stroud shop
Restored Oldsmobile in the Bodie Stroud shop
Original front chassis, cooling, and ducting detail
Original front chassis, cooling, and ducting detail
Original BBS race wheel and Goodyear Eagle slick
Original BBS race wheel and Goodyear Eagle slick

Build Process

Painted bodywork during final assembly
Painted bodywork during final assembly
Front bodywork and chassis assembly
Front bodywork and chassis assembly
Rear bodywork fabrication and fitment
Rear bodywork fabrication and fitment
Fuel system and rear chassis assembly
Fuel system and rear chassis assembly
Rear quarter panel fabrication and fitment
Rear quarter panel fabrication and fitment
Engine bay and front bodywork during disassembly
Engine bay and front bodywork during disassembly
Body restoration and primer preparation
Body restoration and primer preparation
White bodywork fitment before final livery
White bodywork fitment before final livery
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