This 1955 Cadillac Coupe de Ville is an original Los Angeles-built car showing 24,171 original miles and retaining its original numbers-matching 331 cubic-inch V8. It spent most of its life as a garage-kept Southern California automobile before recently being acquired from a private collection in Oklahoma. The car has received one older repaint in its original Ruskin Blue and shows no evidence of rust repair or accident damage.
The original Light Blue and Dark Blue interior has been exceptionally well preserved, reflecting the care the car has received throughout its life. Factory equipment includes power steering, power brakes, power windows, the original Rochester four-barrel carburetor, and Cadillac's four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission, all contributing to the smooth, effortless driving experience that established Cadillac as America's premier luxury automobile during the 1950s.
To improve comfort and reliability, the car has received a Vintage Air climate control system, serviced in August 2025, along with a comprehensive mechanical inspection and service completed at the same time. New tires have also been installed, making the car ready for regular driving and touring.
This Coupe de Ville remains in remarkably well-preserved condition throughout. The body is straight, the chrome and trim present well, and the car starts easily, runs smoothly, and drives exactly as a well-maintained Cadillac should. It is an exceptionally honest example that has been preserved rather than restored.
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Identification
VIN: 5562125607
1955 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Los Angeles Assembly Plant
24,171 Original Miles
Body & Exterior
Original Ruskin Blue Exterior
One Older Repaint in Original Color
No Evidence of Rust Repair
No Evidence of Accident Damage
Factory-Style Wheels
Correct Cadillac Hubcaps
New Tires
Interior
Original Light Blue / Dark Blue Interior
Power Windows
Vintage Air Climate Control System
Engine
Original Numbers-Matching 331 Cubic-Inch Cadillac V8
250 Horsepower
Rochester Four-Barrel Carburetor
Transmission
Original Four-Speed Hydra-Matic Automatic Transmission
Steering & Brakes
Power Steering
Power Brakes
Documentation & Service
Comprehensive Mechanical Inspection – August 2025
Mechanical Service – August 2025
Vintage Air System Serviced – August 2025
Condition
24,171 Original Miles
Exceptionally Well Preserved
Original Numbers-Matching Engine
Runs and Drives Exceptionally Well
Ready for Touring
Model History
The 1955 model year marked an important step in Cadillac's postwar evolution. New styling, increased power, and continued refinement reinforced Cadillac's position as the benchmark for American luxury automobiles. The Coupe de Ville remained one of the division's most prestigious models, combining pillarless hardtop styling with the comfort, engineering, and performance expected of Cadillac's flagship line.
Power came from Cadillac's 331 cubic-inch overhead-valve V8, producing 250 horsepower through a Rochester four-barrel carburetor and paired with the proven Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Together, they delivered smooth, effortless performance that helped establish Cadillac's reputation for quiet operation and long-distance comfort.
Well-preserved, low-mileage examples have become increasingly difficult to find, particularly those retaining their original drivetrain, original interior, and rust-free body structure. Cars that have spent their lives in dry climates and have been maintained rather than extensively restored offer a level of authenticity that cannot be recreated. This Coupe de Ville reflects that kind of long-term preservation while remaining ready to be driven and enjoyed.
