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1955 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Series 75 Pristine Condition 1 Of 841 Produced on 2040-cars

US $54,900.00
Year:1955 Mileage:100000
Location:

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

Surrey, British Columbia, Canada

Up for sale 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Series 75, its one of 841 produced in 1955.  This car is powered by a 331 V8 mated with a hydramatic standard transmission.  The car has power windows, air conditioning and power steering.  It is restored in and out.  All the chrome is re plated and there is no blemishes or pitting.  The interior is redone and still looks like new.  The history on this car goes it belonged to the State of California back in the 1950's and it was used to chauffeur the governor and his guests around Sacramento.  Then after that this car ended up in Nevada and a madame at a brothel had it as show piece for her brothel.  Some time in the late 80's, a Dodge dealer in Nevada got a hold of the car and completely restored it inside and out.  Then it ended up in Skagway Alaska where the the Red Onion Saloon acquired and kept as tourist draw.  This car is rare and in excellent condition.  Shipping expenses are the buyers responsibility.  A deposit of $1000 is required through paypal.  The remainder of the payment must be made by wire transfer.  If you have any questions be free to call me at 778-883-9978.

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