'79 Coupe de Ville-low mileage survivor in immaculate condition.

Price: US $32,500.00 Item location: Ayden, North Carolina, United States
Description:

1979 Cadillac DeVille Coupe. 19K+miles. Purchased from Barrett-Jackson

This exquisite 1979 Cadillac Coupe de Ville was purchased by the current owner from the highly esteemed Barrett-Jackson Auction Company out of Scottsdale, Arizona in October, 2006 (non-auctioned transaction). Details of the car at the time can be seen at Barrett-Jackson's website archives for the year 2006, lot #9057. (One of the above pictures shows the car at the Barrett-Jackson facility c.2006).As to the car, It was originally purchased on June 11th, 1979 by its first owner in Greensboro, NC from Black Cadillac-Oldsmobile Inc., also of Greensboro NC. When purchased by the current owner from Barrett-Jackson, the car returned to its home state of North Carolina, where it is currently being offered for sale.At present, the car has approximately 19,350 original miles. It has been stored in a climate controlled garage, and only driven during fair-weather days of spring and fall. In fact, the car appears to still have its original windshield wipers. The A/C system has been updated to R-134a with new compressor, etc. Blows nice and cold. The car required a new radiator when purchased, along with new shocks. These original components will come with vehicle sale. The exhaust system was also updated with a Corvette style catalytic converter, and "cat-back" mandrel-bent dual pipes with a pair of Walker "Quiet-Flow" mufflers . The drivetrain is original, with Cadillac's famed 7.0 litre 425 cu.in. V8 and 3-speed automatic transmission. Front disc brakes and rear drum brakes were standard equipment. The original AM/FM Stereo has been updated with a New Old Stock 1979 AM/FM-Stereo 8-Track player. The stereo unit has provision for connecting an iPod type device.The original working radio will come with the vehicle. And yes, the rare 1979 NC issued antique plate goes with the car.Current tires have good tread, but may need replacing due to age.Automatic choke will need repair.Some interior plastics may have slight fading, nothing serious.Car may have a few minor blemishes, again, nothing serious.Standard equipment as follows:Automatic Climate ControlAM/FM Stereo (updated with 1979 New Old Stock AM/FM 8-Track Stereo)Power AntennaSoft Ray GlassPower Door Locks6-Way Power Driver Seat (Passenger Seat is manual)High Energy Ignition (aka HEI)Lamp MonitorsCornering Lights3-Speed Automatic TransmissionPower SteeringPower WindowsFront Disc Brakes7.0 Litre V8 carbureted engineOptional equipment:Deville Cabriolet Padded top (partial roof)Dual Comfort Front SeatsStainless Steel Door Edge GuardsTilt and Telescopic Steering WheelFront and Rear Carpeted Floor MatsRear Window DefoggerCruise ControlRemote Control Left/Right Door Mirrors (manual)Front License Plate ProvisionWire Wheel Discs/Wheelcovers (w/Locking Option)Opera LampsPaint Code 22: "Sterling Blue Metallic"Interior Code 24D: "Light Blue Durand Knit Cloth"Elk Grain Cabriolet Padded Roof Code D: "Light Blue Metallic"Car comes with owners manual, factory build sheet, radio manual,"copies" of original window sticker/bill of sale and numerous receipts. Numerous North Carolina Inspection documents verifying mileage until car reached 35 years old (NC inspection exemption). A few Barrett-Jackson related items will also be included (see pictures).$500 non-refundable deposit due within 48 hours of purchase. Remainder of payment with cash or certifiable funds within 7 days of purchase. Buyer is responsible for any inspection of vehicle prior to purchase. Local pickup only, buyer responsible for shipping or transportation of vehicle. Car sold "as-is" without a warranty. This description will be updated as needed. Thank you for looking.