When was Oldsmobile founded?

Oldsmobile dates back to 1897. It is headquartered in Lansing, United States.

Who has owned Oldsmobile in the past?

Past shareholders include General Motors (1908–2004).

Brand · United States · since 1897

OlWho owns Oldsmobile?

Oldsmobile stopped operating in 2004. Its last recorded owner was General Motors, which held 100% until 2004.

HQ Lansing
Founded 1897
Ended 2004
Ownership changes tracked 1

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Ownership timeline

← rows are shareholders in Oldsmobile. → rows are stakes Oldsmobile held in others. Darker bars mean bigger stakes.

Every stake, year by year

Years	Stake	Who
1908–2004	100%	Owned by General Motors · view 1908 on map

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Former owners

General Motors

Quick answers

Who owns Oldsmobile?: Oldsmobile stopped operating in 2004. Its last recorded owner was General Motors, which held 100% until 2004.
When was Oldsmobile founded?: Oldsmobile dates back to 1897. It is headquartered in Lansing, United States.
Who has owned Oldsmobile in the past?: Past shareholders include General Motors (1908–2004).

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