Oldsmobile introduced the Starfire in mid-1961; it was Oldsmobile's entry into the personal luxury market built on the Super Eighty-Eight's 123-inch wheelbase platform. The list of standard equipment included a more powerful V-8 engine, Hydra-Matic drive, sports console with shifter and factory tachometer, courtesy lamp package, two-speed wipers, power brakes, power steering, distinctive brushed aluminum side trim, dual exhausts and leather trim. This sporty red example has a white convertible top, plus a two-tone black and silver interior with desirable factory air conditioning. Other standard Starfire conveniences included power windows and bucket seats. A factory-spec AM radio with rear speaker, fender skirts, factory wheel covers and whitewall tires conclude this thrilling presentation. Oldsmobile sold a mere 7,149 convertible Starfires during the 1962 model year.