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All Original 1955 Cadillac Series Sixty Fleetwood -- No Reserve! on 2040-cars

Year:1955 Mileage:72814 Color: and interior lights work as they should
Location:

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, United States
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All Original 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special

This is an all original 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood with 72,000 miles. It's not a show car by any means, but is a well maintained driver. I'll do my best to describe its condition below, but feel free to call if you have any additional questions or photo/video requests: (512) 653-0773

Mechanical

Mechanically, the car is well maintained and in good shape.  It runs, drives, and stops well with no smoke or abnormal noises from drivetrain and only drips maybe a couple drops of engine oil when parked (see video at the bottom of the page to hear it run). Speedometer and odometer function, but when it's cold the speedo does make a little noise. The hydramatic does have a slightly rough shift from 2-3 (which is common for the four speed hydramatics since the 2-3 shift requires synchronization of two bands and two clutches). Other shifts (1-2, 3-4, and down shifts) are all great. For more info on the hydramatic, see this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydramatic Steering is tight, suspension is squeak free, rear-end is quiet, u-joints are in good shape, brakes are solid, and it stops straight.  In the past year, the following maintenance items have been performed: 

  • New points and condenser
  • New water pump
  • New heater hoses
  • Rebuilt WCFB carburetor (Daytona parts company kit)
  • Rebuilt brake booster
  • New front brake pads (rears were fine)
  • Rebuilt wheel cylinders all the way around
  • New tires (Coker Radials)
  • New correct battery

Electrical/Vacuum

All exterior and interior lights work as they should (including the trunk light) but the cluster dimmer is no longer functional (so the dash lights are always on the brightest setting). The horn works, but is very quiet and weak sounding. The A/C compressor kicks on as it should (thermostat also works), but the charge is low (R12) and the blower motors are VERY slow (they need to be lubricated). Wipers work, but are very slow and I would not really rely on these during the rain to clear the windshield. Radio does not function and the vacuum lines for the antenna are disconnected. Vacuum antenna is straight and goes up and down if you put a vacuum pump on it. Power seat is quiet and functions as it should. Windows go up and down quietly and quickly and both vent windows crank open and close. Heater works well with no leaks (blowers are quiet).

Exterior

Paint is ~90% original, the exception being the driver's side rear door (there is evidence of some paint work in this area). Body is very straight with only a couple very minor dents (shown in pictures) and though the paint does show its age, it still looks great and shines well. Doors fit well (see video for opening and closing) as does the hood and trunk lid. Fender skirts are tight with no rattling and there's nothing more than a few small areas of surface rust anywhere on the body or undercarriage.  There are various touch-ups on scratches and a few areas of thin paint, but really the only part that needs attention is the back of the trunk lid (paint flaking down to bare metal). The chrome and stainless trim is in good shape with the exception of the passenger side bumper end (bottom is rusted out, but it's hard to see). Car is water tight and does not leak even when using a pressure sprayer at a car wash.

Interior

Interior is 100% original and shows very well for its age.  This car was originally equipped with the clear seat covers which were removed in the early '90s. There is one small stain on the driver's side base of the front seat (size of a silver dollar) and the top seam on the driver's side front is starting to come loose (not torn, just starting to separate). Carpet is also completely original and in good shape with no tears and only minor wear.  Headliner is complete and rip free but has faded from its original light blue color. Dash pad is perfect and the door panels are all in good shape (driver's side has a small seam separation right below the handle). There is one missing door handle escutcheon (driver's side rear interior handle).
















































































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