This 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible is in overall excellent condition in Garnet Mist over a Red interior with a 394cu V8 paired with an automatic transmission showing 33,500 miles. This is a rare and gorgeous example of the 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible that can be shown at concours events or enjoyed on tours. We are smitten with its space-age design and its overall unique fantastic looks and high-quality engineering. This is a car that was built to last, more like a Cadillac, but perhaps should be considered as one of the first true muscle cars.
The 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertibles were the top-of-the-line offering for Oldsmobile and the top selling year for the Starfire Convertible with only 7,149 sold. According to Hemmings, only 115 examples are remaining, making this a very rare mid-century designed convertible. The space-age design and name Starfire derive from the Lockheed F-94B Starfire jet fighter. The Starfire was the first US automobile to offer a center console with a floor shifter (think pre-442). The console also is home to a tachometer which is a nod to the performance aspect of the Starfire (again, pre-442).
This 1962 Starfire Convertible was built at the Atlanta production facility and was an early production model. The Starfire was originally Provincial White with Red interior. The frame off rotisserie restoration was completed in 2014 and the Starfire now wears Garnet Mist exterior with Red interior and a Red convertible top. The restoration was done to factory specifications and added an aluminum radiator, auxiliary electric fan, MSD ignition and Hartz canvas top. The current owner acquired the Starfire in 2022 showing 30,000 miles and has enjoyed touring and showing the Starfire in Arizona. The Starfire has won many Best of Show awards and placing at local shows over the last few years.
The livery of this stunning Starfire is Garnet Mist and shows in excellent overall condition with very few imperfections that are only noticeable upon close inspection. The exterior chrome shows beautifully as do the brushed aluminum side panels, often referred to as rocket boosters, which are inspired from the Lockheed Starfire jet fighter. The jet fighter styling is found throughout the Starfire exterior from the induction style grill, the inspired front body lines that carry through portions of the interior and into the subtle rear fins and onto the jet thruster style rear taillights. The turbine-like wheel covers are in very nice condition as are the white wall radial tires that were replaced in 2022. The chrome bumpers, brushed aluminum side panels and stainless trim all show very well overall with few imperfections. The Garnet power convertible top shows beautifully and operates very well. The matching red convertible top boot is in excellent condition and fits perfectly. The undercarriage is in very nice detailed and painted condition overall and is rust free. This Starfire will be a crowd pleasure wherever it is shown.
This Starfires interior is gorgeous, as one would expect from the most expensive offering from Oldsmobile in 1962. The hefty price tag is partially due to the long list of standard features like power steering, power brakes, power windows, power drivers bucket seat, and power antenna. The Starfire is the first US automobile to be equipped with a center console and an automatic transmission floor shifter! The brushed aluminum console is also home to the factory tachometer. The Jet Age styling of the interior is apparent and beautifully done. The bucket seats and rear seat are upholstered in gorgeous two-tone Garnet Mist and burgundy leather and show very well overall. The Jet Age styled dash and gauge cluster are in beautiful condition including the Safety-Spectrum Speedometer. All gauges function as designed apart from the clock. The Wonderbar radio is currently not functional. The Deep-V steering wheel is unique and beautifully designed and feels good in your hands. The signature turquoise passenger-side dash plaque incorporates a beautiful aqua blue Starfire logo display which adds to the elegance of the overall interior as do the stainless interior door panels and space-age door illumination lights. The overall interior shows very well throughout and is in beautiful condition and ready for show and tour.
The engine is the ultra-high 10.5:1 compression 394 ci Rocket V-8 motor that produces 345 hp which is paired with the 4-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The performance of the Rocket V-8 is impressive, and the transmission operates smoothly and quietly. The Starfire has a 12v battery that was replaced in 11/2025 and is charged by a generator. The chrome air cleaner comes complete with the signature Ultra-High Compression decal and certainly makes a performance statement. The Starfire has a dual exhaust with Flowmaster mufflers and has drum brakes that were rebuilt during the 2014 restoration. Mechanical improvements include an MSD ignition, aluminum radiator with an added electric fan with switch under the dash, new steering box, carburetor replaced with a Rochester four barrel in 2024, replaced thermostat housing and the last service was completed in April 2026 which included replacing power steering hoses and an alignment.
This stunning 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible comes complete with the Owner Operator Manual, some service records, jack and spare and is ready to be enjoyed for touring and shows. It is a must for collectors seeking rare and significant examples from the American Jet Age of automotive design.
For more information and details, please call or text Kendi Brown at 1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com . This 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live video inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.
