Olds'%2C MAKE (4 letters) 'GM'%2C MODEL (5 letters) 'CAR' The term 'OLD GM CAR' is a reference to the Oldsmobile brand of cars, which was manufactured by General Motors (GM). The Oldsmobile brand was one of the oldest CAR brands in the United States, having been founded in 1897. It was discontinued in 2004, after 107 years of production. The Oldsmobile models were known for their reliability and affordability, making them popular among American consumers.