Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Castilan Station Wagon, 11 Of 12 Made, Astroroof, on 2040-cars
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
Cadillac Castilan Station Wagon. Number 11 of 12 made in 1976 by Traditional Coach Works of Los Angeles California. 43k original miles and always garaged, no cracks on original dash, steering wheel (nor wood insert) , seats, etc. Paper work history shows it to always be a dry state car so rust is a not an issue.These were the only station wagon conversions approved by Cadillac. They were the only ones that could be ordered ast a Cadillac dealer. Only. They were high option Fleetwoods from brand spanking new. The cost was $30,000 in 1976! Kuwait oil money wanted them and set up a shop in Los Angeles (Trad. Coach Works) for the purpose of export. Some were sold to Sammy Davis Jr., Evel Knieval, and this one possibly to Bill Harrah. The estate I purchased the car from lost the paper work but remembered the name not knowing who he was (I thought that funny). I have service papers dating far back from Reno, San Diego, and Palm Beach.The interior is 100% original. The tuxedo grain vinyl top is original. Traditional Coachworks did a few custom features to the car when new (these cars were all custom ordered.) The high powered driving lights, chrome valve covers, support braces, and air cleaner in the engine bay were done. In the inside the painted metal surrounds around the windows were chrome plated instead of factory spray paint to match the interior color. The three extra buttons low in the driver's side of the dash operate the fifth horn (plus the four factory trumpet horns!), the driving lights, and one is auxiliary. Custom floor mats protect the carpet with the factory ones on top. Carpet is as new.The car starts, idles, and runs without issue. The transmission shifts smoothly and the car lacks rattles vibrations, or undo wind noise. This was obviously a quality construction. Radio, heater, and air conditioning work. Auto dimming works, twilight sentinel works, power door locks, all power seat functions, and all lights inside and out.I have been on E Bay for over one decade and have 100% positive feedback. I encourage an inspection, visual, and drive of this rare Cadillac. I have other pictures at my website at jimhaileyclassiccars dot com if you care to view. You may call me at 214 415 7373 if you prefer. This Castilan can be seen in Santa Fe New Mexico with an appointment. Thanks!1975 Brochure pictures of Cadillac's offered by Traditional Coach Works. To the best of my knowledge they were only produced in 1975 and 1976. 12 were made in 1976 and I believe 15 or so were made in 1975. If anyone has more information please let me know. |
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