[1] The appearance showed influences of Chrysler and Lincoln-Zephyr vehicles, and all Oldsmobiles were manufactured in Lansing, Michigan.

Due to the popularity of the Oldsmobile F-Series, Oldsmobile recognized an opportunity to sell a similar sized alternative to the Buick Super, the Cadillac Series 355, and the "junior" companion brand LaSalle a platform the L-Series shared on the GM C platform.

The L-Series was equipped with a side-valve, 240 cu in (3,933 cc) straight eight-cylinder engine developing 87 bhp.

[1] This generation had a wheelbase of 116–124 in (2,959–3,150 mm) and was offered as a closed body sedan, coupe and convertible.

[1] 1933 was the first year all GM vehicles were installed with optional vent windows which were initially called “No Draft Individually Controlled Ventilation” later renamed "Ventiplanes" which the patent application was filed on Nov. 28, 1932.