1965 Cadillac Deville Base Conv 2-dr V-8 No Reserve Exc Thru-out, Drive Anywhere on 2040-cars
Akron, Ohio, United States
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I've been listing cars for the past 12 years for friends, family and other clients who accept my approach. I have 40 yrs experience as a mechanical engineer in the automobile after market. I describe vehicles carefully and accurately, reveal any defects, provide buyers with all available service records and a full set of high resolution photos (link to my photo server will be provided below) including many of the underside of the vehicle--something 99% of eBay sellers would rather you not know about apparently. Thats where a lot of the money gets spent on a used car--especially a 50 yr old one! 1965 Cadillac DeVille base convertible I'm listing this impressively maintained '65 DeVille for a car-enthusiast client for whom I've sold several other spectacular vehicles including a Maserati and a 7-series BMW. This gentleman maintains his cars to an extremely high standard as you will see from the photos. He bought this one to use at his FL residence where it has been kept for the past 10 yrs. It's always been garaged and kept very current on service since it was his daily driver in FL. Service work for past 10 yrs has been performed by Anchor Rd. Auto Care in Naples. The underside of the car shown in many photos shows completely corrosion free with new brake lines, fittings, brake cables, the bottom has been carefully sealed and undercoated. The paint is exceptional--note not even a chip can be found in the leading edge of the hood. The top has been replaced and sports a spotless glass rear window. It's not been up much as this car has been driven 'open' on nice days in Naples and stored in a climate controlled garage. Additional high-resolution photos available at:
<a href="http://suzuki-gs-bikes.smugmug.com/Cars/client-vehicles/1965-Cadillac-DeVille/41671281_99w8FG#!i=3311343755&k=qmC8X56"> http://suzuki-gs-bikes.smugmug.com/Cars/client-vehicles/1965-Cadillac-DeVille/41671281_99w8FG#!i=3311343755&k=qmC8X56 </a> History and Documentation -same owner for last 18 yrs -purchased at a classic car auction in very nice original condition -2" thick folder with extensive service records included -Original Owner's manual -GM service manual, period advertising and aftermarket parts and accessory books Body and Chassis -some light body repairs to the doors, fender bottoms -one re-paint in the factory blue you see in the photos -top replaced with new glass window -the miles on the odometer are believed to be accurate based on service history -great service history, documented oil and fluid changes -underside shows rust-free panels, brake lines, cables, everything sealed and undercoated -shocks, springs and other suspension updates are evident -all wheel brake cylinders replaced (60k mi) master cylinder replaced, all lines appear new with no corrosion at fittings -solid, leak-free exhaust Interior -fresh, immaculate, never smoked in -very nice white leather seating; only minor wear evident at driver's entry point, minor abrasion to piping on seat leather -plush, spotless thick pile carpets -Cadillac floor mats -front seat was re-fomed and recovered in 2007 and power seat wiring updated Electrical and Charging Systems -starter and starter switch and wiring connections replaced at 61 k -alternator, voltage regulator replaced at 53k mi -coil and points replaced at 61k Engine and miscellaneous -starts, runs, shifts smoothly -everything working as expected -typical cushy caddie suspension and low effort steering -standard 429 V-8 with fresh plugs, wires, cap, rotor, coil, etc. -trasnmission, new pan gasket at 55k mi. -steering pump, radiator hoses, water pump, oil pressure switch, coolant replaced at 57k -A/C compressor, receiver-drier, hoses replaced at 55k; climate control works very well -Radio speakers replaced at 55k mi General Service History -oil change, air filter replaced, fluids topped off, safety inspected last week -wheel alignment, power steering hose replaced at 65k mi. -Tires replaced at 58k mi; wearing evenly, run quietly on highway -Valve cover gaskets replaced at 62k mi. -Major tune up at 59k: plugs, wires, cap rotor, fuel filter, points, condenser, brake fluid flush Condition details -Small dimple in front bumper visible in photos -Driver's seat has 2 dime-sized holes in the leather near the seat controls -Sheet metal depression front left fender near headlight -Exceptionally nice paint, hard to find many nics or scratches -Underside is remarkably solid, well detailed Options -I don't think there were many offered in those days! There is classic push-button AM-FM radio which works fine, a GM original climate control system which blows very cold air. The power seat controlled by the driver works fine. The door mirrors are manually adjustable. The trunk opens with the ignition key. The hood opens directly from outside--I guess people were more trustworthy in the 60's? Things like cruise control, adjustable steering wheels, even headlight dimmers were still a ways off on the horizon apparently.
Hagarty Notes For 1965, Cadillac announced a new De Ville 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. About the seller I make a living by providing accurate descriptions of the vehicles I list for family, friends and estates. I am not a dealer but I do have have clear title to the vehicle and the authority from the owner to complete the transaction. I will gladly provide any additional details you may require to make an informed bidding decision. 3rd party inspections are welcome. Note that I include pictures of the underside of the car--where much the money gets spent on used cars--information that most sellers apparently would rather not share with you. I am a mechanical engineer with 40 yrs experience in the vehicle industry aftermarket. I’ve raced, toured, modified, repaired and restored motorcycles and cars as a lifetime hobby. I sell vehicles for friends and family. I take full responsibility for my descriptions and enjoy a good reputation by making sure there are no surprises at delivery. I am not a dealer so there are no junk fees, no free TV’s, and no suspenseful consultations with “the sales manager” (that’s me)! Fly into Cleveland (CLE) or Akron Canton (CAK) and I’ll pick you up in your new airport limo! Scammers? Don’t even think about it! I do not do bundled shipping. I don’t care if you are in the merchant marine or your late dad was the president of Sri Lanka--if you don’t have a PayPal account we aren’t doing business, period. And furthermore, please practice your English on more gullible sellers. The boiler rooms you guys call from are so noisy these days I can hear your buddies in the background asking the same stupid scammer questions: “So why are you selling your... ‘item’…” The last scammer who tried to snag my e-mail is probably still trying to figure out how he got 250,000 messages about aluminum siding and free ginzu knives back in his mail. (It helps having a friend with a pHd in computer security). Bidders' Qualifications: Feedback less than 10? You must me an e-mail with your phone number so we can discuss my terms and conditions. I welcome legitimate international bidders and have sent vehicles to Europe and the middle east but please contact me before bidding to discuss your shipping plans. |
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