1961 Cadillac DeVille

If you purchase a vehicle in a different country to your own, it may be subject to local duties, sales taxes, or environmental levies when imported. You may find this introductory guide helpful, and our team is also here to help. However, you must investigate any duties or taxes that may be due on top of the purchase price before committing to buy. KEY FACTS A rare and elegant Cadillac Sedan DeVille, presented in a sophisticated factory colour scheme and boasting significant provenance. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.3-litre (390ci) V8 engine, driving the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission. First registered in 1961, this example was imported from Virginia, USA, and has reportedly had two owners in total. It is currently registered in the Netherlands. The odometer indicates 49,454 miles, which the seller believes to be the genuine total. This particular example boasts remarkable provenance, having been custom-made for the then vice president of General Motors, Mr John Lee Pratt, with supporting evidence including a letter from the General Manager of Sales at GM referencing a Waldorf Astoria dinner with the Duke of Windsor when orders for the car were placed. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This Coupe DeVille is finished in Ebony paintwork over a Heather Blue leather and patterned cloth-trimmed interior. It rides on a set of 15-inch steel wheels with chrome and black 'roulette' hubcaps, fitted with Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tyres. Equipment includes air conditioning, power windows, a six-way power seat, the 'Autronic Eye' system (automatic headlight dimmer), power door locks, cruise control, 'E-Z Eye' tinted glass, remote trunk release, a power antenna, fog lamps, an AM radio, a signal-seeking radio, a rear speaker, a remote-control side mirror, a tilt steering wheel, power trunk pull-down, seat belts, door edge guards, and special wheel covers. The car is accompanied by its original Bill of Sale, original invoice, original title, a copy o