The Engine GM Regrets Building — And Can’t Erase From History
Автор: The Garage Legends
Загружено: 2026-01-21
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In the late 1970s, General Motors made one decision that would haunt the company for decades. Under pressure from fuel crises, emissions laws, and foreign competition, GM rushed an engine to market that they were never truly ready to build. What followed was a mechanical disaster that led to massive failures, lawsuits, and a permanent stain on GM’s reputation.
In this video, we uncover the real story behind the Oldsmobile 350 Diesel V8—the engine GM regrets building and can’t erase from history. We break down the engineering choices, the fatal design flaws, and the shortcuts that turned a promising idea into one of the most infamous engines ever sold in America.
You’ll learn why converting a gasoline V8 into a diesel was a ticking time bomb, how head gasket failures and fuel system problems destroyed customer trust, and how this single engine helped kill the Oldsmobile brand itself. With real specs, real history, and real consequences, this is the full story most people have never heard.
If you enjoy deep dives into controversial engines, automotive failures, and the hidden history of American car manufacturers, this story is for you.
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