Product Description
The 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442 carried the famous name into the Colonnade A-body era. This Custom Autosound USA-230 is the 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442 version, made to keep a classic look in the dash while adding modern features.
Fit and Ordering
This listing is the 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442 version of the USA-230, made for the factory radio opening. Confirm fit for your model before ordering.
The Radio in Brief
Think of the USA-230 as the straightforward member of the Custom Autosound family. It looks like the USA-630 from the driver's seat, but instead of USB and CD changer control it keeps things simple: a stable electronic tuner, 16 presets, four channels of power and a rear auxiliary input.
Classic Look, Modern Function
An original radio may look great, but it rarely works well today and cannot play your own music. A modern radio made for the dash gives you dependable reception, presets and inputs for your devices without changing the period appearance of the interior.
Key Features
- Digital clock
- Power antenna lead
- AM/FM stereo with an electronic tuner
- 16 presets (12 FM and 4 AM)
- 200 watts (50 watts x 4)
- Rear RCA auxiliary input, with an RCA to 1/8" pin jack cable included
- 4-channel RCA pre-outs
- 4-way fader
Options on This Page
- Front dual voice coil speaker, which plays both stereo channels through a single dash speaker
- Rear 6x9 speaker pair, Custom Autosound or upgraded Pioneer
- Hideaway antenna
Simple and Dependable
The USA-230 keeps things simple: AM/FM with 16 presets, a clock and a rear aux input for your phone.
Warranty
Custom Autosound radios sold by Vintage Car Radio carry a 2-year warranty.
Planning Your System
Think about where speakers will go before you order. The dash location, kick panels and rear package shelf are common choices in classic vehicles. If you plan to add an amplifier later, the RCA pre-outs make that easy without changing the radio.
Installation Notes
Custom Autosound radios require a 12-volt negative ground electrical system. If your vehicle is 6-volt or positive ground, Custom Autosound offers converters (the NGVB-HC voltage booster and the PGPI-HC power inverter); contact us and we will help you pick the right one.
Take your time behind the dash: label the old wires, replace anything brittle, fuse the power lead and ground the radio to clean metal. If you are not comfortable with automotive wiring, have an auto radio specialist install it. Vintage Car Radio sells the radio and accessories but does not offer installation.
Amplifier Ready
The 4-channel RCA pre-outs make it easy to add an amplifier for more power or a subwoofer for deeper bass, without replacing the radio.
USA-230 for 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442 FAQ
Will it fit my 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442?
This is the 1973-74 Oldsmobile 442 version. Contact us to confirm fit for your year.
Can I connect my phone?
Yes, through the rear 1/8-inch auxiliary input.
Can I add a hideaway antenna?
Yes. It is offered on this page.
What is the warranty?
2 years from Custom Autosound.
How much power does it have?
200 watts (50 watts x 4).
