A unique and heavily customized 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is up for sale. Nicknamed "El Toro," it has a bed sourced from an El Camino and a tandem axle setup.

The initial version, produced from 1966 through 1970, was the first front-wheel-drive car from the U.S. since the 1937 Cord 810/812.

This 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado was a somewhat strange appearance back in the day. It was offered with a choice of two engines: a 425 ci (7.0-liter) V8 or a 455 ci (7.5-liter) V8.

A Toronado in good condition can be had for under $20,000, while $50,000-plus is the price of entry for a concours-quality example from a kinder, gentler, and altogether more optimistic time. Click ...

The original Oldsmobile Toronado, produced from 1966 through 1970, was the first front-wheel-drive car from the U.S. since the 1937 Cord 810/812.