1960 Cadillac CONVERTIBLE

AMAZING Convertible

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

60F043601

Gasoline

THIS IS THE KIND OF RESTORED 1960 CADILLAC THAT ENTHUSIASTS DREAM OF FINDING! READY TO DRIVE FOR SUMMER!!! I PURCHASED THIS AMAZING ORIGINAL 1960 CONVERTIBLE FOR MY COLLECTION IN 2005 FROM ITS PREVIOUS OWNER, WHO DROVE THIS CADILLAC ON A REGULAR BASIS. SINCE THE VEHICLE RAN WELL, IT NEEDED ONLY COSMETICS TO BRING IT BACK TO ITS FORMER GLORY. A COSMETIC RESTORATION OF THIS CADILLAC TO ORIGINAL SPECIFICATIONS HAS RECENTLY BEEN COMPLETED! THIS CADILLAC IS EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, AIR CONDITIONING, POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, POWER WINDOWS, 6-WAY POWER SEAT, RADIO, HEATER/DEFROSTER, WHITE SIDE WALL TIRES, SAFETY BELTS, REMOTE OUTSIDE REAR-VIEW MIRROR, BACK-UP LIGHTS, GORGEOUS EBONY BLACK PAINT, AND A STUNNING RED INTERIOR! THE RESTORATION OF THIS BEAUTIFUL 1960 CADILLAC 2DR CONVERTIBLE STARTED WITH AN EXCELLENT ORIGINAL CADILLAC THAT HAD BEEN WELL CARED FOR & MAINTAINED. THE COSMETIC RESTORATION WORK WAS JUST COMPLETED. PHOTOS AND RECEIPTS WILL ACCOMPANY THIS CADILLAC THAT IS NOW BEING MADE AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME TO VERY LUCKY EBAY BIDDERS! EXTERIOR THIS AMAZING CADILLAC IS A REAL BEAUTY! THE BODY WAS TAKEN DOWN TO THE BARE METAL. THE HOOD, TRUNK LID, AND DOORS WERE REMOVED AND SHE THEN RECEIVED A SUPERIOR $15,000 MIRROR-LIKE REPAINT IN ITS ORIGINAL EBONY BLACK COLOR. THE PAINT IS ABSOLUTELY STUNNING AND FLAWLESS. ALL COMPONENTS WERE THEN ASSEMBLED AND HAVE EVEN GAPS ALL AROUND. A NEW WHITE CONVERTIBLE TOP, WITH BACK WINDOW AND NEW TOP PADS, ETC WAS ALSO INSTALLED. SHE RIDES ON A SET OF WHITE WALL TIRES. THE CHROME, STAINLESS TRIM, GRILLE, HEADLAMP SURROUNDS, GLASS, NOSE & TRUNK EMBLEMS, ETC ARE ALL ORIGINAL! ALL NEW WEATHER STRIPPING WAS INSTALLED IN THE DOORS, CONVERTIBLE TOP, AND TRUNK. EVEN THE WIND WING RUBBER WAS REPLACED WITH NEW! NEW WIPER BLADES WERE JUST INSTALLED AND THE HUBCAPS WERE RESTORED TO NEAR NEW CONDITION. THIS IS AN ABSOLUTELY STUNNING EXAMPLE OF A 1960 CADILLAC CONVERTIBLE IN WHAT I CONSIDER TO BE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL COLOR COMBINATION MADE! INTERIOR WHEN YOU SIT DOWN INSIDE THIS CADILLAC, IT’S LIKE BEING IN A TIME CAPSULE FROM 1960. EVERYTHING IN THE INTERIOR IS ORIGINAL EXCEPT THE FRONT SEAT WAS REUPHOLSTERED AND THE CARPET WAS REPLACED BY THE PREVIOUS OWNER. THE ORIGINAL DOOR PANELS, SUN VISORS, ETC ARE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. ALL ORIGINAL PARTS WERE CLEANED, POLISHED AND REFINISHED AND APPEAR NEAR NEW! SINCE THIS CADILLAC WAS MADE TO DRIVE, SEAT BELTS FOR 6 PEOPLE HAVE BEEN INSTALLED. TO SEE HOW NICE THE INTERIOR IS, JUST LOOK AT THE PHOTOS. THE INTERIOR IS AMAZING! MECHANICALS THIS 1960 CADILLAC IS POWERED BY ITS ORIGINAL 390 CU IN V-8 ENGINE AND 4BBL CARBURETOR. THE CARBURETOR HAS BEEN REBUILT AND A NEW WATER PUMP HAS BEEN INSTALLED. THE BRAKE HORSE POWER WAS RATED AT 325 @ 4,800 RPM. THIS CADI HAS PLENTY OF POWER! THE TRANSMISSION OPERATES PERFECTLY. ENGINE COMPARTMENT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT HAS BEEN COMPLETELY DETAILED AND LOOKS VERY FRESH. THE UNDERSIDE OF THE HOOD WAS REPAINTED AS PART OF THE REPAINT. TRUNK A BRAND NEW COMPLETE $700 JENKIN’S TRUNK KIT WAS JUST INSTALLED AND LOOKS AMAZING! THE UNDERSIDE OF THE TRUNK LID WAS REPAINTED AS PART OF THE REPAINT. VIN & TRIM TAG CODES: VIN# 60F043601 60=1960 F=Series 62 Convertible 043601=Unit # Vehicle Data Plate STYLE 60-6267=1960 Series 62 Convertible FW 4359=#4359 of 14,000 Convertibles Built TRIM 29=Red Interior Paint 10=Ebony Black Exterior TOP 1=Ivory Top ACC. EHKY=EZEye Glass, Heater, A/C, 6-Way Power Seat THE 1960 CADILLAC The 1960 model year was an impressive beginning to a new decade. During the Sixties, Cadillac styling became more graceful and restrained as Bill Mitchell gradually unified the design. Few new engineering advances were introduced, but orderly design development and a conservative styling approach set Cadillac apart from other luxury makes and maintained its reputation as "The Standard of the World." To the American public, Cadillac remained a symbol of prestige, success, and good taste. The 1960 Cadillac began the evolutionary process of toning down the excesses of 1959. Although it continued the jet plane styling theme of the '59, its fins were clipped (but still prominent) and Ed Taylor redesigned the taillights into a thin strip of red plastic neatly blended into the end of the fin. Supplementing that was a second taillight in each "exhaust port," now a vertical oval that still housed the backup light as well. The simplified grille lost its horizontal divider bar and the front bumper was also simpler and less bulky. New, too, was the instrument panel. All in all, the 1960 Cadillac had a more formal, yet youthful, look. The Cadillac Series Sixty-Two convertible was priced at $5455. This was a very expensive automobile in its day. The Series Sixty-Two models were distinguished by a narrow full-length chrome rub strip that ran from behind the front wheel to the rear bumper. The 390 cubic inch V-8 had a cast iron block, overhead valves, five main bearings, hydraulic valve lifters, and a Rochester four-barrel carburetor. The bore and stroke were 4.00 x 3.875 inches, the compression ratio was 10.5:1, and the brake horsepower was 325 @ 4800 rpm. Cadillac's 1960 bold sweeping lines stood out as a modern masterpiece of automotive sculpture. Every luxury and convenience coddled both driver and passengers; with comfort enough for even the longest journey. Here was a car designed for comfort, but one that offered a pleasant surprise when a quick response was needed -- 0-60 mph in just 10.3 seconds. According to contemporary road tests, gas economy ratings for 1960 Cadillac’s were approximately 14 miles per gallon at a steady 60 miles per hour. Cadillac engineering and design had come together in creating a sumptuous machine. The 1960 Cadillac was designed during a period of great change within GM. Harley Earl was heavily involved with the 1959s, but Bill Mitchell took over after Earl's retirement and was mainly responsible for the 1960 models. Under Mitchell, a new freshness permeated the air -- a freshness and youthfulness that was to become the hallmark of most cars developed under his regime. Earl, Mitchell, Hols, Glowacke, and Scheelk designed a car whose time is now. It is seen everywhere these days: TV, movies, and even in commercials for new Cadillac’s! People can't get enough of the 1960 Cadillac's beauty, and prices are escalating accordingly. It is such a welcome relief to see one parked amongst the little boxes-on-wheels of today. Ah, the genius of it all. Car Life magazine selected the 1960 Cadillac as its "Best buy in the luxury field." The dealer Data Book for 1960 says that Cadillac cannot be fully appreciated without experiencing the surpassing comfort of its ride, the remarkable ease and safety of its steering and braking and the exceeding flexibility and sureness of its response the driver's every demand. DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE THIS FABULOUS 1960 CADILLAC CONVERTIBLE THAT WILL GIVE YOU YEARS OF DRIVING ENJOYMENT AND PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. READY TO SHOW OR DRIVE SEE MY 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACKS AND BID WITH CONFIDENCE! BID TO WIN! Vehicle Condition: THIS 1960 CADILLAC IS A COMBINATION OF VERY GOOD ORIGINAL AND RESTORED AND REFURBISHED COMPONENTS. SHE HAS JUST RECEIVED A FANTASTIC $15,000 REPAINT! JUST LOOK AT HOW THE PAINT REFLECTS LIKE A MIRROR. THE INTERIOR IS MOSTLY ORIGINAL, HAS BEEN REFURBISHED AND LOOKS GREAT! THE ENGINE PROVIDES XLNT ACCELERATION AND THE TRANSMISSION OPERATES PERFECTLY. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LICENSE PLATES SHOWN IN THE PHOTOS ARE NOT INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE. As this Cadillac was built 50 years ago, some signs of age to original components are to be expected. The chrome and stainless is all original. Although all is presentable, the chrome has a good shine but would naturally benefit from being redone. The top center front piece is the worst, having very thin chrome. The wide white wall tires have excellent tread, but do appear to have been on the car for quite some time. This Cadillac has factory A/C, but it was not hooked up when I bought it and being a convertible and driven with the top down anyway, I never felt the need to have it working. The interior is all original except the carpet was replaced and the front seat recovered by the former owner. The dash pad is original and has a crack that was repaired, but the repair can be seen. All painted surfaces were redone and the color of everything matches. As would be expected, the clock is not working. The radio is not working, but the antenna is not installed so that could be the reason. The antenna is included, but the mast needs to be replaced before installation. This is not a $100,000 concours trailer queen. It is not too perfect to drive, yet nice enough to be proud of. Note that the mileage listed above is the odometer reading and is certainly not the total miles since new. This Cadillac will turn heads and get thumbs up virtually everywhere it goes! Terms of Sale: BIDS ARE BINDING. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE ASK THEM PRIOR TO BIDDING. A 25% DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED IN THE FORM OF CASHIERS CHECK OR WIRE TRANSFER WITHIN 72 HOURS OF THE CLOSE OF BIDDING. THE REMAINING BALANCE IS DUE IN THE FORM OF CASHIERS CHECK OR WIRE TRANSFER WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE CLOSE OF BIDDING. THE VEHICLE IS LOCATED IN WEST HILLS, CALIFORNIA AND THE SELLER WILL GLADLY MAKE THE VEHICLE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. SELLER IS WILLING TO ASSIST WINNING BIDDER IN MAKING ARRANGEMENTS FOR DELIVERY. HOWEVER, ALL COSTS FOR TRANSPORT & DELIVERY ARE TO BE PAID DIRECTLY TO THE SHIPPER BY THE WINNING BIDDER. I AM EXPERIENCED IN VINTAGE CAR SALES AND WILL ASSIST WITH ALL ASPECTS OF THE SALE OF THIS VEHICLE TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND TROUBLE FREE TRANSACTION. EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO ACCURATELY DESCRIBE THIS VEHICLE AND DISCLOSE ANY KNOWN DEFECTS. THIS VEHICLE IS SOLD “AS-IS”. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE BUYER TO HAVE INSPECTED OR TO HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE INSPECTED BY A THIRD PARTY, TO HAVE SATISFIED HIMSELF/HERSELF AS TO THE CONDITION AND VALUE, AND TO BID BASED SOLELY UPON THAT JUDGMENT. I ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY UNINTENTIONAL MISSTATEMENTS OR REPAIRS THAT MAY BE NEEDED. Seller reserves the right to end this auction early due to prior sale, and to reject bids from anyone with Zero or Negative feedback. If you do not have a good positive feedback rating, please contact me by telephone or email to discuss your intentions and ability to pay for the car if you are the winning bidder THIS VEHICLE IS LOCATED IN WEST HILLS, CA. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VEHICLE, EMAIL OR CALL STEVE stevekr2000@aol.com (818) 340-6949 Additional photos are available and all questions will be gladly answered! ***PLEASE SEE MY OTHER LISTINGS*** PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS INVESTMENT GRADE VEHICLE CAN BE FINANCED THROUGH JJ BEST CLASSIC CAR FINANCE. YOU CAN OWN AND ENJOY YOUR DREAM CAR TODAY AND PAY IT OFF OVER TIME! VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT http://www.jjbest.com/ OR CONTACT LENNY FOUGERE AT (800) USA-1965 FOR MORE DETAILS OR CONTACT LENNY FOUGERE AT (800) USA-1965 FOR MORE DETAILS.On Jul-17-10 at 14:32:13 PDT, seller added the following information: THIS CADILLAC IS BELIEVED TO HAVE HAD ONLY THREE OWNERS, MYSELF INCLUDED, AND YES THE ORIGINAL OWNER'S HANDBOOK IS STILL IN THE GLOVE BOX.