1940 Cadillac Limo

[Weetus]

Hi All,

I have an old caddy that I need to sell and am looking for some feedback and taking offers before it goes on eBay. From researching the number plates it’s a 1940 Limo (40-7559). This car was somehow acquired by my uncle a long time ago but is basically now abandoned on a friend’s property and needs to go. I’m positive my uncle never actually owned the car (probably traded a friend some other old car for it), and I checked online but the license plate doesn’t show up in the DMV records. There is no engine, but the interior seems to be in pretty good shape.

I’m not 100% sure of the process in selling a barn find like this, but there is no pink slip so paperwork and reg is the responsibility of the buyer. It has to be sold asap, and I’ll put it one eBay shortly if nobody here is interested.  Any input is appreciated and I’ll entertain all offers. The car is located in the East Bay, Northern California and buyer has to arrange pickup/towing.

Happy to answer any questions. Link to photo album below.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/F43Ki8vJENAco4RJ6

Thanks,
Kevin

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

This is a formal sedan and Cadillac made just 48 of these in 1940...

It looks like it spent one too many decades outside but it isn't all smashed up....lots of decent parts there...

Good luck Kevin with the sale....I wish I was closer, because I'm looking at some parts I could use right now....

Mike

[DBDB]

If I was not in Belgium i would buy your car .i am in the process of buying a 60special 1940and down here you cannot find one part for such car .i would like to buy a outside sun visor  for that car also  .Hope somebody will pick it up so something will be done with it .

[Bob Hoffmann CLC#96]

That car is way too rare to be parted out at this time. To sell it correctly, it needs to be put inside & a title generated. I can make suggestions privately. Bobscads@comcast.net, Can anyone read the body #?.
Bob

[Bobby B]

There is no engine, but the interior seems to be in pretty good shape.......

I need to sit down for a Bit and Digest this........
                                          Bobby

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

That car is way too rare to be parted out at this time. To sell it correctly, it needs to be put inside & a title generated. I can make suggestions privately. Bobscads@comcast.net, Can anyone read the body #?.
Bob

Bob, it looks like body #13

Sell me on why this should be restored...the challenge?

Mike

[The Tassie Devil(le)]

I suppose that there aren't many left?   But, bringing one back to life will lessen the value of those that remain.

Bruce.

[chrisntam]

It's a little one owner car...

Not for the faint of heart.

It doesn't look like a parts car to me.

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

In it's day it must have been an impressive car....

The owner in the back seat would have had a hand held microphone that he used to talk to the driver when the divider window was up.....you can see the speaker over the drivers head on his side of the glass....

The exterior top must have been all leather....all black car.....no side mounts on this one, I think that's unusual....

It must have been something to see...

Mike

[Bobby B]

It must have been something to see...

A real sight for sore eyes, and deep pockets. I hail anyone taking this on, as you are definitely a better man than I. I've learned my lessons the hard way. No disrespect, just a reality check.
                             Bobby

[Weetus]

Thanks for chiming in, everyone. That's really cool about the intercom between the driver and passenger. The divider window still rolls up and down!

I believe it is body #13. I realize that the right way to sell it is to get a title, but nobody here has the time, patience or money to do all that, much less restore it. It really just has to move.

It sounds like this is a pretty intimidating project, even for the hardcore Caddy guys:) Looks like I'll be throwing it up on eBay with no reserve tomorrow morning.

Thx,
Kevin

[chrisntam]

Best of luck with the sale!

[harry s]

Thanks for chiming in, everyone. That's really cool about the intercom between the driver and passenger. The divider window still rolls up and down!

I believe it is body #13. I realize that the right way to sell it is to get a title, but nobody here has the time, patience or money to do all that, much less restore it. It really just has to move.

It sounds like this is a pretty intimidating project, even for the hardcore Caddy guys:) Looks like I'll be throwing it up on eBay with no reserve tomorrow morning.

Thx,
Kevin
Kevin, Give us the link when you put it on ebay. The excitement of a no reserve auction can be a good motivator. Good Luck,    Harry

[Weetus]

Hey All,

Thanks again for all the feedback. EBay link here:

http://ebay.us/RTT1FA?cmpnId=5338273189

Kevin

[M. Bankes]

Damn I’m too far away, any one out in the area able to help arrange moving and storage of the car until transport can be arranged ?

[Weetus]

Damn I’m too far away, any one out in the area able to help arrange moving and storage of the car until transport can be arranged ?

I might be able to help you work something out. Email me at weetusemail addresses not permitted

[harry s]

Looking good so far.      Harry

[Mike Baillargeon #15848]

Sold.....$2074....

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1940-Cadillac-Fleetwood-/203247047077?_trksid=p2385738.m4383.l44720.c10&nordt=true&rt=nc&orig_cvip=true

Lot of car for 2 grand....

Mike

[harry s]

I agree. It would be interesting to know what it's fate will be.     Harry

[Jeff Hansen]

Looks like it's been relisted.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203254222811?ViewItem=&vxp=mtr&item=203254222811