Founded in 1977, the Curved Dash Oldsmobile Club is an international community dedicated to preserving, restoring, and celebrating the world's first successful American automobile.
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Via a very active news group of like-minded froends
We have members and cars all around the globe.
| 1977 | Club Founded by Gary Hoonsbeen and Norm Nielsen |
| 50 | US States |
| 39 | Countries |
| 200+ | Members |
| 771 | Unique Cars |
| 7,800+ | Car Records |
| 9,300+ | Searchable Index Records |
Engineer, restorer, and lifelong Curved Dash enthusiast, Bill Otteman has spent decades preserving automotive history. Together with his wife Anne, he has driven their 1902 Curved Dash Oldsmobile more than 13,000 miles, including the London to Brighton Run. Through his expertise in casting, pattern making, and 3D printing, Bill has helped countless collectors keep these remarkable automobiles on the road.
Articles include RIAC Pioneer Run 2026, Adjusting the Cranl, Even More on the Beginning of the Olds Motor Works, and more!
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The June newsletter is now available. It's been included in our new and improved newsletter archive. We now have over 9,300 entries indexed!
Our Editor can always use more photos and articles. You don't need any special talent; just send Vince the basic info and he'll do his "Editor Magic" to create something special for all of us to enjoy. Please put "CDO" in your email subject and include your name.
The Design History of the One-Cylinder Oldsmobile can be ordered from Nancy Hoonsbeen
