1949 was the first year for the original 331 V8 motor that is in great condition and has new electric wiring! 3 speed on the column with a rebuilt transmission—shifts good in all the gears, new radiator and cap, new battery, new distributor, spark plugs, valve cover gasket and other gaskets; regular oil and fluid changes.Has carbonate 4 barrel manifold, odometer reads 57,865 original miles with clear title, exterior body of coach is very solid and painted charcoal gray metal flake, including fender skirts. Burgundy red velvet interior, charcoal carpet, burgundy red velvet curtains on side and back windows, rollers all in place. Electric wiper motor and wipers that work perfectly with new windshield washer bottle with original labels, suicide doors, floor compartment for storage, and a radio that works!Owned for 5 years switching out many parts for better ones from other 1949 Cadillac; i.e. bumpers, grill, trim, lights, door handles, windows; and also finished the interior.Driven short trips to local car shows, once on a longer 120 mile trip to a car show in Indianapolis, and to an actual funeral for a friend; runs very smooth and exceptionally well for its age!Some light rust on back bumper and a couple scratches, one on passenger side and one on driver side towards back—see pictures.
This is a rare opportunity to purchase a vintage hearse that runs so well!This would make a terrific car for a funeral home or for a movie company! You can make money with this car as a limousine service, and/or have the only one of its kind at car shows! Turn heads with this one!
Winner to pay $1,000.00 deposit payment through paypal after the auction ends. The balance must be in form of cashier’s check, certified funds or cash. Car does not leave until all monies are received and have cleared. Ask any questions before you bid, and please have the funds to complete the transaction!! Let’s have a smooth transaction! Contact me if you want to look at it in person or see more pictures. Car is located in northeast Indiana.
P.S. There are good less expensive shipping options other than U-Ship available, if you check around! :)