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1940 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special, Fully Restored, Immaculate on 2040-cars

US $38,500.00
Year:1940 Mileage:22274
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1940 Cadillac Sixty Special.

A very high-point example of the iconic Cadillac Sixty Special. Recognized as a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America, this is a car that will be welcome at any exhibition event and is fully capable of safe, reliable travel in modern traffic. It was originally purchased by the famed, Oscar- winning actor, Charles Coburn at the height of his long acting career. The car includes documentation and memorabilia dating back to Mr. Coburn"s purchase along with photo and receipt restoration data.

Introduced in 1938, the Sixty Special was a radical departure for Cadillac and the entire luxury car field. In 1940 the Sixty Special was elevated to the top-of-the-line Fleetwood Series with added status and upgraded appointments. This model was the first truly “modern” sedan that set the design standard that still dominates the shape of cars today. Up until the Sixty Special, luxury cars had strap-on trunks and were intended to be chauffeur driven…this car changed all that. The owner was the driver, engaged in the operation of a trimmer, modern, integrated body and chassis. With a war-proven L- head V-8 connected to a smooth, 3-speed transmission operated by a column mounted shifter, Cadillac and the Sixty Special began the process of leaving the other luxury makers in their rear-view mirror. This car is one of only 4302 produced and is a highly respected car in all collector circles

***No mechanical issues whatsoever.  Runs and drives like a Swiss watch with no oil consumption or smoke of any kind.***

Features and Comments:

1. Awards-

2. Fully restored to original with the addition of beautifully integrated, modern air conditioning.  Converted to 12 volt with electric fans, (great for touring)

3. Full leather, custom made interior.

4. Optional, dual side mount spares, radio, heater, electric clock.

5. New, correct appearance wide-white radial tires.

6. Original jack and tools

7. Model No. 6019S

8. 127” Wheelbase

9. 346 Cu. In., V-8; 135 H.P.

10. Oxblood Maroon

11. Light Grey Leather

 

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