1969 Cadillac Deville Convertible, Original Owner-wife Of Alaska's 1st Senator on 2040-cars
Livonia, New York, United States
History: This vehicle was purchased new on June 26, 1969 by Violet "Vide" Bartlett, widow of Senator Edward Lewis "Bob" Bartlett who served as Alaska's first senator (Died in office on December 11, 1968). Mrs. Bartlett bought the car from Capitol Cadillac-Oldsmobile Co. in Washington, D.C. She then moved back to Fairbanks, Alaska where she passed away in 1977. My cousin, who lived in Fairbanks and was a close friend of the Bartlett's, purchased the vehicle from the estate in June, 1977. My cousin moved to Pennsylvania in the late 1980s and I purchased the car from him in August, 1992. At that point, the car had 62,500 miles on it. I have only ever used it as a collector / show car. I have put less than 28,000 miles on it and have always carefully stored it in my garage. All documentation regarding the car's history will be included. Also included is the original owner's manual and shop manual, as well as a parade cover in excellent condition. In June, 2014 the car passed NYS inspection. Also in June of this year, I had a variety of maintenance work done including: a front end alignment, brakes checked and 1 brake line replaced, brake fluid flushed and replaced; etc. The fuel gauge does not work at present which I believe may be a ground issue. I painted it Flamingo Red approximately 4 years ago and there are a few runs here and there. The interior is white with red carpets. The rear seat is the original white leather and is in great shape. The front seat was replaced with vinyl 8 years ago and looks superb. The air conditioning works as does the power antenna. It has a new battery and excellent tires. The rear driver's side window does not work properly -- the motor works but the window does not go down as it should. The motorized white convertible top raises and lowers just fine. The AM radio works. The power seats work. The floor mats are original to the car and are in great shape. Overall, a fun car to drive and be seen in. Please contact me with any questions. |
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