Vehicle Description
1966 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
"Over the years it has been a recognized fact that few family
possessions provide as much satisfaction and pleasure as a
Cadillac, and few represent so sound an investment. Never was this
more apparent than it is in the superb new 1966 Cadillac. With its
refined new styling, it is by far the most handsome Cadillac ever
built. Yet with all its refinement, grace, distinction and dignity,
the 1966 Cadillac has a completely new air of excitement." From the
1966 sale brochure.
For consignment, a 1966 Cadillac DeVille convertible with a title
verified 119,942 actual miles. You may remember a '66 DeVille sedan
in the film "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and the same car, owned
by actor Michael Madsen, was used in Reservoir Dogs. The model was
also commonly seen in television during the mid-70's and 80's
including Hill Street Blues, Emergency!, and Mannix.
Exterior
Sure, the proportions of the Detroit steel are striking, but made
more so by the Flamenco Red Metallic covering the long panels and
vast horizontal surfaces. The stacked headlights protrude in
pontoon styling up front, flanking a substantial grille the
contours to the undulating edge of the hood. The profile is
repeated out back where the classic vertical tail lights, engulfed
in chrome, flank polished trim that follows the lines of the
straight decklid. The sharp angles in the profile are augmented by
a body length trim piece, fender skirts, and a bolt ornamental gill
trim piece on the front fender, which shows some patina. Wheel
covers dress up the 15-inch wheels enhanced further by wide white
wall 235/75R15 tires with an early 2022 date code. Imperfections
include some discoloration of the white canvas top, scratches on
the paint and some are touched up, evident filler in places, and
bubbling in various spots.
Interior
Red, white, and black is the theme here beginning on the large
doors which alternate all three colors, concluding with a black
carpeted kick panel, and both doors are intact with a touch of
patina. The seats continue the pattern with a red stripe
intersecting black vinyl uppers, surrounded by a red stripe found
on the split bench and also the rear bench. White vinyl tends to
show dirt and that is consistent here in spots, but overall, the
interior exudes coolness. The black plastic steering wheel has
definitely seen better days while the instrument cluster, a
combination of round gauges and horizontal units, is in good
condition under a black dash pad. Two radios here, the standard
AM/FM unit on the aluminum trimmed dash panel, and an AM/FM/CD
player on a custom center box where a temp gauge has also been
added. Speakers live in the foot wells over black carpet, while the
large trunk houses a subwoofer over a black carpet piece that shows
some use.
Drivetrain
Under the mile long hood is a 429ci V8 rated at 340 horsepower and
fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor. It is backed by a TH400 3-speed
automatic connected to 2.94 gears in back. Power assisted brakes
are on board and configured as drums all the way around.
Undercarriage
No complaints down here, just a clean driver quality undercarriage
with minimal surface rust, residual oil on the pans, and grease
free knuckles. There's some dampness on the rear differential and
some flaky corrosion on the inner rockers which does not seem to be
advancing. Dual exhaust runs through Magnaflow mufflers, then dumps
almost immediately under the car for a stealthy finish. Suspension
consists of coil springs up front and a 4-link with coil springs
out back. Power steering is, thankfully, present.
Drive-Ability
We don't need a license from the Fish and Boat commission, but a
Class A license might be in order for this big rig sized car. No, a
simple driver's license will do as we roll this 18-foot land yacht
onto the tarmac, where the engine performs well, propelling this
Caddy in fine fashion and providing a floaty ride perfect for Main
Street and Ocean Boulevard cruising. There are a number of items
not working, including the clock, the heater blower, both radios,
the reverse lights, and the turn signals. In addition, the A/C
compressor has been removed so open air breezes will be your
relief. Every other functional item on the car works as they
should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions
were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee
these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
Are you looking for a statement car? This one screams coolness and
has a presence like few other cars in the world. 50 years from now,
that coolness will not be diminished. This is one of the ultimate
classic cars to have, so measure your garage and then give us a
call. We expect this one to set sail fairly soon.
F6230143
F-DeVille
6-1966
230143-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
04B-2nd Week April
ST 66 68367-1966 DeVille Convertible
BODY FWD12067-Detroit Body #
TR 000-Special Order Trim
PAINT 46 1-Autumn Rust, Ivory Top
E-EZ Eye Glass
K-Automatic Climate Control
1-AM/FM Radio
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and
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