2004 Cadillac DeVille

DTS Sedan

4.6L 281Cu. In. V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

1G6KF57954U181882

Clear

Gasoline

I am selling my 2004 Cadillac Deville DTS. This low-mileage car (only 108k) starts right up and runs and drives, with ice cold A/C, hot heat, and every option imaginable. I bought this vehicle from an insurance auction with light front-end damage and intended to fix and drive it, but I have too many projects and can't do the mechanical work it needs on my own. After I bought the vehicle, I had a professional body shop straighten the top front of the frame, replace the radiator retainer and hood latch/core support, and straighten the hood so it would close. I also purchased new parts to replace the front bumper and lights. My mechanic installed an undamaged radiator, which allowed him to run the vehicle safely for an extended period of time... and that's when we noticed the leaks listed below... Of course, I had all of the other work done first, so my loss is your gain! This vehicle is driveable, but it does have some Cadillac-specific transmission leak issues that would make it unreliable on long trips (see below). The Good Stuff: Clear Michigan Title (Carfax shows the insurance claim and the fact this was sold at an insurance auction -- this is NOT a salvage title) 300hp high performance version (moves!)Starts easily, is quiet, and transmission shifts smoothly through all gearsNo overheating Beautiful interior in good conditionThe Diamond White paint shines and is in relatively good condition (except the body damage noted in the next section)Brand new front tiresBrand new battery (expensive!)Headlights have been refinished and all other front end lights are new!Sony Xplod aftermarket amplifier professionally wired to factory sound systemComes with two keys and two factory remotesMight actually have aftermarket remote start installed (I think that's what the antenna next to the rearview mirror is for) -- the appropriate accessories dealer might be able to program remotes for you!Has a professionally-installed aftermarket hands-free setup installed (not tested) The Bad Stuff: This vehicle has the "Left Side Output Shaft" transmission leak common to this modelThis vehicle also has the common Northstar oil pan leaksSmall power steering leakStability system and airbag warnings are onThe ignition switch recall has not yet been performedNeeds new rear tiresMinor body damage:Front bumper has not been paintedTwo front bumper reinforcement nuts need to be installed (have them, but can't get far enough under the car on my own) The hood and grille are the only damaged parts I haven't replaced. The original hood is bent as you can see in the photos and the grille doesn't match, but it'll work until you find the perfect used one (check my other listings in the near future for the flawless Pearl White hood and grille I bought by mistake)3" gouge on the driver's door -- a crease about 1/8" deepSmall paint chip areas on the front passenger fender Light stylus/key mark on the lower side of the passenger sideCenter caps are missing This vehicle is plated and insured, and can be test-driven. Since these cars sell for $3500-4500 without any issues, here's your chance to buy an otherwise beautiful vehicle and either save money by fixing it yourself, or minimize your chances of future problems by having these common Deville problems resolved to your standard, just for you, with no off-brand parts or improper repair techniques to worry about! No shipping on this vehicle, local pickup only. Buyer agrees to make a $200 Paypal deposit immediately on purchase, with the remainder paid in cash upon pickup. Sold AS-IS. Thank you!