20th Sep, 2023 12:00

30th Anniversary Sale at The Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire

 
Lot 439
 

1968 Cadillac DeVille Convertible

Sold for £15,400

(including buyers premium)


Lot details

Registration No: KSA 141F
Chassis No: F8255854
MOT: Exempt

  • Imported from Colorado in 2003
  • Subject to full respray in 2010
  • Fully UK registered
  • History dating back to 1974

For 1965, Cadillac announced a new DeVille series, now with a capital “D”, that included a convertible and pillared sedan for the first time. This full slate of new De Ville models effectively replaced the former Series 62 line. Subtly but superbly detailed, the 1965 Cadillacs utilized a new perimeter-frame chassis while retaining a 129.5-inch wheelbase. At the front, dual stacked headlamps were featured; at the rear, only a suggestion of fins remained. A more conservative frontal treatment arrived for 1966, along with variable-ratio power steering. Forward-thrusting front fenders and sweepingly sculpted body sides enhanced the sleek appearance of 1967-68 Cadillacs, with coupes receiving a new and boldly formal notchback roofline. By 1968, a 375hp 472ci engine, the industry's largest, was standard.

This delightful Cadillac's first known history dates to 1974 with a receipt for an oil change in Memphis, Tennessee, the area known as being the territory of Elvis Presley. The car was imported from Colorado in 2003 by the previous owner and the current owner purchased it in 2011. The vendor has advised that it has had many thousands spent keeping it in 'tip top' condition mechanically and cosmetically. It was subject to reupholstered seats in 2003 and then a new hood and a respray by the previous owner in 2010. It has been well looked after since then and the vendor states that it always starts instantly.

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430

 

Auction: 30th Anniversary Sale at The Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire, 20th Sep, 2023

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Buyers, bidders and attendees will enjoy a special day in the prestigious Imperial War Museum with some fantastic treats including.
Drinks Reception   |   Music   |   Guest Speakers

With each successful bidder receiving a specially selected hamper.

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