The 1968 Oldsmobile 442 was a muscle car produced by the Oldsmobile division of General Motors. It featured a 400 cubic inch V8 engine with 325 horsepower and 440 lb-ft of torque. It also had a four-speed manual transmission, heavy-duty suspension, and high-performance brakes. The 442 was named for its original configuration, which included a four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual transmission, and dual exhaust. It was available as a coupe or convertible and had a distinctive hood with twin air intakes. The 1968 442 is considered one of the finest muscle cars ever produced and is highly sought after by collectors today.