1948 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special

1948 was a special year for Cadillac. This was the first tailfin ever applied to a Cadillac. It was inspired by the p 38 Fighter of WWII. It created an international styling craze. Even Ferrari’s sprouted fins. The 60 Special in particular was the most graceful example of the 1948 Cadillac. With its extended wheel base, de-chromed look, and special trim, it exuded European flair.

Also, the last year for venerable flat head V8, combined with the cathedral instrument binnacle, makes this a milestone car for Cadillac and the world.

About the car: I purchased this Cadillac 30+ years ago, before my 1957 Cadillac which was my first complete restoration. I did what most people would consider a restoration, but I do not. The car was painted, (color change from cream) upholstered, the interior metal pieces including dash removed, and painted, and all of the mechanicals including brakes, suspension, plus electrical, radio, lights, gauges, sorted out. The clock has also been rebuilt. This was a clean-up and made presentable type of restoration. The car appears better than new because the white color (GM 1948 White) and the black accented dash and upper door panels go extremely well together. All of the chrome save the bumpers, is original and in superb shape. The car runs and drives faultlessly which is a testament to the quality of the car that I originally purchased. Weather strips were completely replaced, bearings packed, fluids changed, window lifts replaced, lift pump replaced, and a hundred other details makes this car ready to go.

What’s wrong with the car: Other than the non-original restoration, the car has been driven many many miles in the last 30 years, and has some chips. One of the headlight rings is dented as well as the grill (stainless steel easily repairable). Rust was never present on this car, and after 30 years, there is still none peeking through. The V on the hood (pictured) is the only original piece of chrome that shows any kind of bubbling or wear. Front seat is slightly worn with a small hole.

Who am I? My name is Dave. I have been restoring cars for 35 years. My first collector car was when I was 15 years old. I've had three major collections and now it's time to sell my last one. My personal taste run to the eclectic.

I have picked out or restored these vehicles to be some of the finest in the world of these types.

I was a Dodge dealer for 27 years, selling 1600 to 2000 cars a year - that was my business.

These cars are my passion.

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