Oldsmobile Cutlass Ram-Rod 350
One year only — Oldsmobile's high-winding small-block sleeper.
The 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass 'Ram-Rod 350' was a one-year performance package centered on a high-revving 350 cubic inch V8 that produced 325 hp — more than most 400-inch engines of the era. Offered as an alternative to the 4-4-2's 400 V8, it provided genuine performance in a slightly lighter package at a lower price. Its one-year availability makes it a genuine collector curiosity.
History
Oldsmobile offered the Ram-Rod 350 as a performance option on the 1968 Cutlass S. The engine featured a high-compression ratio, performance camshaft, and a four-barrel carburetor producing 325 hp from 350 cubic inches — a remarkable specific output for a street engine of the period. It was positioned as a budget-performance alternative to the 4-4-2 and proved popular enough to sell in reasonable numbers. Oldsmobile did not continue the specific package for 1969, making the Ram-Rod 350 a true one-year-only model.
Notable Versions
1968 Ram-Rod 350
The only year offered — 325 hp from 350 ci in the Cutlass S body.
What to Look for When Buying
Key inspection points from experienced collectors.
Documentation is essential for identification
The Ram-Rod 350 was a one-year option package. Verify via the trim tag and engine codes — the engine stamp is on the block.
A-body parts are widely available
The Cutlass S body shares parts with the 4-4-2 and Chevelle/GTO A-body cars. Restoration is practical.
Undervalued as a collectible
The Ram-Rod 350 is less well-known than the 4-4-2 but offers comparable performance and genuine one-year rarity.
Quick Specs
- Engine
- Olds 350 V8, 325 hp
- Transmission
- 4-speed manual or Turbo Hydra-Matic
- Wheelbase
- 112 in
Market Price Guide
Approximate USA asking prices
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