Make: | Cadillac |
Model: | DeVille |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | Convertible |
Year: | 1968 |
Engine: | 472 |
Drive type: | RWD |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Palm Harbor, Florida, United States |
1968 Cadillac De Ville Convertible. Have owned for about 10 years. Much mechanical work done. Needs trunk floor, some body work and paint to complete. Very solid, good running car well worth restoring. Car starts, runs and drives well. Brake pedal is firm but brakes are sometimes a little grabby, maybe just from sitting.
Original engine was taken out and inspected. New front and rear seals and gaskets installed.
New timing gears and chain. New oil pump, new water pump.
New starter, new alternator, new belts and hoses, battery cables, reconditioned radiator
Rebuilt TH400 transmission. Driveshaft inspected and balanced.
Exhaust system is all new. New shocks. New brake master cylinder and booster. New power steering pump. Many new steering parts like tie rod ends and drag link.
Heat and AC does not work. New heater core. All AC parts are present.
Radio does not work. Gas gauge does not work.
New Windshield. Power windows work. Window switch on passenger door does not work but the window can be operated with the switch on the drivers side.
Red leather interior is original. New inside mirror. Has the optional tilt-telescopic steering.
Convertible top fabric is torn and will need to be replaced. Top motor runs but top does not go up and down except by hand. Top frame is good. White vinyl tonneau cover is included, has a few broken snaps.
Rust free and repair free front fenders. Minimal surface rust on doors. Paint on doors and fenders is original. Rear quarters have some rust. Trunk floor has some rust. Floor pans were professionally replaced.
New whitewall tires.
MANY extra parts included.I also have the build sheet and a Cadillac-LaSalle Club authenticity manual, as well as chassis and body shop manuals.
Please read the description, look at the pictures carefully, and ask any questions before bidding. An in person inspection is welcome and recommended. Car is located in Tampa-Clearwater, Florida area. I can help arrange (but will not pay for) shipping.
Car is also for sale locally. I reserve the right to reject any offers, or to cancel at any time.