1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
US · Wagon · Midsize-Large Station Wagons
The 1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is listed in the US market as a wagon with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 5.0L 8-cylinder (307) (FFS)
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0L 8-cylinder (307) (FFS) | |
| Displacement | 5.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
89V102000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
A SMALL NYLON BUSHING IN THE CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL MAY SLIP OUT OF PLACE, CAUSING INTERMITTENT AND UNEXPECTED INCREASES IN ENGINE SPEED OR DIESELING (ENGINE RUN ON WITH IGNITION OFF).
Remedy: INSTALL A NEW BUSHING IN CRUISE CONTROL SERVO BAIL.
Reported June 16, 1989. View on NHTSA
87V168000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
MANUAL VALVE LINK IN THE TRANSMISSION MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY FORMED.
Remedy: REPLACE THE MANUAL VALVE DETENT LEVER LINK.
Reported October 26, 1987. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 23, 2026
Data verified: October 23, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser have?
5.0L 8-cylinder ((307) (FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: RWD.
Are there recalls for the 1987 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.