The Death of Oldsmobile: Already 10 Years... Published on April 26, 2014 in Galleries by Frédérick Boucher-Gaulin Photo: Oldsmobile April 29 will mark the 10th anniversary of Oldsmobile's death. In 2004, after 107 years of operation, the company is shut down by its owner, GM. Here are some of the highlights of its history.