1959 Cadillac Sedan Deville Series 63 With Air Ride Suspension on 2040-cars
Corvallis, Oregon, United States
Engine:390 V8
Vehicle Title:Clear
Drive Type: RWD
Make: Cadillac
Mileage: 89,330
Model: DeVille
Exterior Color: Black
Trim: Sedan
This vehicle is equipped with the original air ride suspension option. When the car is started, the air compressor needs several minutes to pressurize the suspension system, and lift the body to driving height. A chrome lever under the dash can be pulled to activate the "Air Lift" function which raises the back of the car several more inches. This is a rare find.
This vehicle does not have a functioning exhaust system. Some exhaust components are missing. Some exhaust components are not original.
All four doors open easily and close solidly. There is a two inch long crack in the lower driver's window. There is an 8 inch long crack in the lower front passenger's window.
The heater core has leaked and is removed from the vehicle. The sheetmetal components for the heater core and all hardware are in the trunk. (see photo)
A video showing the vehicle reversing, stopping, and then moving forward is available here: http://youtu.be/EpN0VBj2G9M
The vehicle has a new battery
The brakes function, but do not release smoothly.
Some of the photos show a missing hubcap on the rear left wheel. All four hubcaps are in good condition and will be sold with the car.
The automatic antennae does not function. It is stuck in the up position.
The paint appears to be original. It is cracked and crazed in many areas.
The chrome trim is in good condition, although there are many rust specks. There is a dent in the rear right side body trim. There is a dent on the right side of the rear bumper.
The vehicle is equipped with an Autronic Eye device on the dash. It is not known if this device functions.
There is a crack in the front right marker light lens. The rear right backup light lens has been replaced by an aftermarket part which is made from plastic.
The electric windows all function. The three way electric seat adjustment functions. The electric trunk closing device functions.
The headliner fabric is in good condition, but the stitching is coming loose in several areas.
The car was found in the original owner's carport in southern Oregon. The vehicle contained unused tags from 1974, so it probably had not been on the road since 1973. It has been garaged since 1988. This has always been an Oregon car, Oregon does not use road salt in the winter.
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