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1960 Cadillac Deville Hardtop Comes W/ Big Tail Fins & A 1961 Shasta 13' Trailer on 2040-cars

Year:1960 Mileage:87826 Color: Pink
Location:

Boulder City, Nevada, United States

Boulder City, Nevada, United States

     

1960 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE with 1961 SHASTA ASTROFLYTE TRAILER

1960 Cadillac Sedan deVille

6-Window Hardtop with

1961 Shasta Astroflyte Trailer Dressing Room

 

Starts, Runs, Drives and Tows Fantastic

 

Spectacular Driver Quality • Superb Condition • 35-Feet of Pink Vegas Love

 

Let's be clear, the models pictured with the cars are paid for the express purpose of showing off and presenting our cars. 

They are not included with the sale of the vehicles or available to go with the vehicles at any point during the presentation online.  

 

In other words, Models Not Included

 

But included with this sale, the winning bidder that does complete the transaction will receive all digital photographs of the car and the models showing with the car if they want them. 

 

 

CALL ME!  OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

 

If you want to talk deal, pick up the phone

and make your serious offer.

702-353-7500

I don't respond messages such as:

"What's your reserve?"

"What is your bottom line?"

"What's the least you'll take?"

"What is your bottom dollar?"

"Do you have a Buy-it-Now?"

"What'll it take to buy it?"

"What is you asking price?"

I will not email you a figure but we can talk about it.

 

Intelligent buyers know exactly what this car is worth to them and have researched real market values like we did when we consigned the car. 1960 Cadillac Deville 4dr Hardtops are quite rare and pricing we've seen for examples like this will range between twelve and eighteen thousand dollars according to Hagerty's Price Valuation tool that shows current auctions sales around the nation; that does not include the cool vintage trailer that comes with the deal. Real Simple, it's your offer that may buy this car and trailer package deal. Don't call me fishing for a price unless you want me to tell you some absurd asking figure that will just annoy you.

You need to tell me what you are willing to offer just like any other auction. 

 

Also, if yours is among the hundreds of emails I get with any of the questions above, I will immediately assume that you(r):

• have not taken time to read the listing and just an online tire kicker

• have zero intent to purchase and just like "seeing" what sellers think their cars are worth. Publications do that real well.

are clueless about relevant market values because your have spent time really looking into valid information.

• forthcoming "offer" will be completely detached from reality like most initial eBay bidders. 

 

27 years in the business has proven beyond all doubt that serious buyers read every line, look at every picture, research well enough on their own and feel confident making a real offer.  99% of the time, I accept those offers without haggle.  Try me.

  

 

THE ONLY WAY TO WORK YOUR DEAL IS TO CALL ME!

My vehicles are so unique and so rare,

knowing how much they will or should sell for is nearly impossible.

That is the magic of an eBay auction . . . serious buyers making a serious offer.

 

 

If I'm in the black, you will own this vehicle!

 

CALL ME! OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

 

1960 Cadillac Sedan deVille 6-Window Hardtop

VIN: 60L007679

Showing Currently on Odometer: 87,826  (exempt)

Engine: 390 cubic inch V8

Transmission: 4-Speed Hydra-Matic

Exterior: Pink

Interior: White Custom

Built: Fleetwood Body Plant/Clark Street Plant Final Assembly - Detroit, Michigan

Over 183 high resolution pictures below.

 

Standard Equipment

Front Engine, Rear Wheel Drive, 6-Passenger, 4-Door Hardtop

390 Cubic Inch 4-Barrel V8 Engine

325 horsepower @ 4,800/430 ft-lb torque @ 3,100 RPM

Hydra-Matic Dual-Range 4-Speed Automatic Transmission

Power Steering

Power Brakes

Power Windows

2-Way Power Seat

Front and Rear Door Armrests

120 MPH Speedometer, Temperature, Odometer/Trip Odometer and Fuel Gauges

Electric Clock

3-Speed Wipers/Washers

Illuminated Ignition

Remote Control Left Hand Outside Mirror

Front and Rear Fold-Down Center Armrests

Locking Glove Box

Four Lighters and Ash Trays (2 dash/1 in each rear door)

Center Dash Map Light

Interior Courtesy Lights

Front Door Entry Lights

Passenger Visor Vanity Mirror

Front Fender Top Turn Signal Indicators

Reverse Lights

Dual Exhaust

4-Wheel Coil Suspension

Body Side Molding

Wheel Covers

Rear Fender Skirts  (front fender lip molding)

Carpeted Trunk

8 x 15 Inch Steel Wheels

3.21 Ratio Rear Differential

21-Gallon Fuel Tank

Jack/Tools

 

Optional Equipment

Air Conditioning

Guide-Matic Power Headlight Control

6-Way Power Front Seat

Power Locks

Signal Seeking AM Radio

Power Vent Windows

E-Z Eye Tinted Glass  (all)

Heater/Defroster

Remote Trunk Lock

Door Edge Guards

Whitewall Tires

 

Other Items

Custom Vinyl White Interior with Pink Trim

Two 6 x 9 Rear Shelf Speakers with Pink Trim and Sedan deVille Grilles

Auto Meter Temperature, Oil Pressure and Volt Gauges  (under dash)

Load Equalizing Tow Hitch

Trailer Mirrors

Rear Air Shocks

American Classic Whitewall Steel Belted Radials P235/75R15

1961 Shasta Astroflyte Trailer

VIN: V6634

Exterior: Custom White over Pink

Interior: Pink/White Custom

 

Pink and White Custom Upholstery

Upholstered Ceiling

Adjustable Salon Chair

Triple Dresser with Wall Mirror and Two Lamps

Wood Magazine Rack

Black Chandelier

Under Seat Sliding Door Storage

Tan Color Mannequin

Black Wall Torso Mannequin

Boudoir Babe Wall Art

Full Length Wall Mirror

Chrome Clothes Racks

Vertical File/Document/Picture Rack

110 Outlets

"Bombshell" Exterior Graphics

 

CALL ME! OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

Car and trailer fully tailfin certified.

 

Awesome driving 1960 Cadillac with matching Shasta Astroflyte trailer.  Driver quality, 6-window Sedan deVille hardtop starts easily and goes down the road like a gem.  390 cubic inch V8 pulls strong, 4-speed Hydra-Matic shifts beautifully and car steers and stops with confidence.  Custom dressing room trailer with salon chair, makeup table, triple dresser, wraparound couch and black chandelier.  A powerful engine, wheelbase stretching 130-inches and near 2.5 ton curb weight means this pointy-finned gal loves to be seen . . .

 

Grille bullet count: 74.

 

Straight, solid body, nice interior and mechanically ready to drive down the road . . .

 

 

available dates/mileage
9-19-11 Kansas DMV - Ottawa  
9-13-12 Greg Seymour Insurance - Kansas  
9-13-12 Kansas DMV - Lawrence 83,790
10-19-12 Kansas title 83,790
11-16-12 Meinholdt Enterprises, Inc. - Topeka, Kansas - class III receiver hitch  
11-20-12 Kansas antique vehicle tax - Lawrence  
1-4-13 Kansas DMV - Ottawa - antique tax  
1-11-13 Kansas DMV - Lawrence  
1-11-13 D and D Tire, Inc. - Lawrence, Kansas - left and right front tire repair, 4-wheel balance 86,652
1-12-13 Kansas title  
1-24-13 Boulder Auto Parts - Boulder City, Nevada - new alternator  
6-17-14 A-Best Auto - Henderson, Nevada - repair shifter linkage  
6-18-14 Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc. consignment - Boulder City, Nevada  
6-28-14 current 87,826

 

 

Car is 225 inches long, (pink, low and chrome) mobile dressing room is 190 inches overall (hitch/tongue, boobs and ass) and the whole enchilada measures 35 feet from bejeweled grille to trailer's twin wings . . .

 

 

Vintage Shasta Astroflyte trailer currently outfitted as a mobile dressing room with adjustable/reclining salon chair, triple dresser girdle drawers and strategically placed, I-am-all-that, approved mirrors . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Like a firm, perky torso hanging a door, BombShasta is in great shape and follows the big Caddy with minimal jiggle . . .

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Car and trailer are completely road worthy, lights-legal and predictably reliable while leggy Miss Bombshell inspires endless promotional/commercial possibilities (all vinyl graphics are removable) and .  In fact, this Art Frahm cliche combo actually served Bombshell Pin-Up Productions, LLC for several profitable years . . .

 

 

As a self powered, moving photo backdrop or head-turning Dave Matthews Band/charity event attendee, this 6-wheeled attention getter is easily relocated and generates lots of foot traffic . . .

 

 

Custom button tufted upholstery includes seats, dash, door panels and rear shelf . . .

 

 

'60s trendy hardtop body style still looks hot.  Great carpet and hand-stitched "Gladman Girl" fold-down rear center armrest . . .

(White material was provided to replace the graphic if desired)

 

 

Upholstered ceiling, chrome teddy/lingerie hangar bars and curvy, headless mannequin help a girl feel pretty before a photo session.  Or, redecorate with special friends to suit your taste.  Shampoo chair, makeup table, framed hand signed boudoir pouty babe, triple drawer panty dresser and racy see-thru lamp shades?  Wow!

 

 

Staging items such as Barbies, Playboys, shoes, clothes or women's underwear do not come with car and trailer . . .

 

 

Shampoo chair rumored to have beautifying effect upon all whose hips descend between padded arms.  Once seated, the logical arrangement of black shag, pale pink and frilly begin to make sense.  No one is past their prime inside BombShasta, where eye-level shoe adoration happens with a mere glance . . .

 

 

Miss Cadillac 1960 and BombShasta are a smash hit everywhere they go, including here at Mandalay Bay . . .

 

 

390 Cubic Inch V8 Engine

 325 horsepower @ 4,800/430 ft-lb torque @ 3,100 RPM

 

 

Gorgeous undercarriage shows a top condition car . . .

 

 

Dual exhaust, frame mounted hitch and 21-gallon gas tank . . .

 

 

VIN decode: 60L007679
model year 60 1960
body style/series L 6-window hardtop/Sedan deVille
sequential production number 007679

 

 

cowl tag decode
60 model year 1960 E E-Z Eye glass tinted windows
63 4-door Sedan deVille series H heather
29 6-window hardtop body style K air conditioning
FW Fleetwood body plant 18, Detroit/Clark street plant final assembly - Detroit, Michigan Y 6-way power seat
1043 sequential Fisher body build number  (?) M power locks
41 Gray Chadwick cloth/Gray Florentine Leather interior  (original) N power vent windows
14 Platinum Gray exterior paint  (original) S remote trunk lock

 

 

Trailer VIN: V6634  (V = Goshen, Indiana plant; 6634 = sequential serial number)

 

Inoperative Items:

Air Conditioner

(all components present)

Heater/Fan

Radio

Wipers

Some (not all) Power Seat Functions

Power Locks

Power Vent Windows

Right/Rear Power Window Switch

Temperature Gauge

(under dash Auto Meter gauges work)

High Beams

Clock

Horn

 

 

A note from the owner.

I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast.  I love original rare and high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles.  I specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.  I have an experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer.  Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle.  If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.

With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may at first glance appear.  It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list.  To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner and Chris, owner of A-Best Auto Repair in Henderson, Nevada has my back.  He and his crew can fix anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no small detail unimportant.  They do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes their methodical investigation.  Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about me.  Moreover; it allows my writer to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless he thinks it is true.  If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one.  I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction.

After the vehicle is fully sorted it arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see on eBay.  He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch, researches its history and documents originality and authenticity.  Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty.  Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150 high resolution pictures that I take myself.  The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch.  I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep.  Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so meticulously clean.  This reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly receives.

Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing.  If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast.  If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill.  In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent.  How many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty?  We do.

No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level.  No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information.  I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I say is the truth.  All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact.  I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay.  To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.

If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500.  If your inquiry is sincere and your offer  serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with.  If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation.  Until you are ready to actually pull the trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine.  I am after all, a “used car dealer.”

Serious buyers know the maximum they can offer.  I then must simply decide if I can sell for that number.

 

If you hit the reserve, the decision is no longer mine.  I must sell at that number.

 

CALL ME! OFFERS GET MY ATTENTION: 702-353-7500 or Doug@vivalasvegasautos.com

 

If you want to make a deal,

pick up the phone and talk a serious offer.

 

702-353-7500

 

I don't respond to emails asking for "bottom line, sale price, reserve, or Buy-it-Now figures on top line cars.

THE ONLY WAY TO GET THOSE FIGURES IS TO CALL ME!

The book values posted below are relevant to the "real" selling figures.  NADA & KBB wouldn't be in business if their values were not real but their figures are averaged for the entire nation.  If this car is less than or better than this average, bid accordingly.

 

Please ask about our service programs and pricing.

 

Cars sold without warranties are sold As-Is.

 

Waiver's of Warranty will be signed if declined.

 

All automobiles have breakdowns; some minor, some serious.  I know, because I fix them without the advantage of a warranty.  You don't have to.  Seriously consider a safety net for the unknown.

 

Most vehicles are already pre-qualified for the warranties with AULcorp.com

 

Terms of Sale
 

This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada.  We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery.  We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe.  We stand ready to facilitate whatever arrangements are necessary, at the buyers request and expense.  This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.

Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends.  We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.  If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration.

A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction .  We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary.

Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction.  Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States.  Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams.  M/Os will NEVER be accepted.  CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item.

Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.

Important:   Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here.  Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued.  Non-paying bidders will be prosecuted.  If you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID.

We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction.

This vehicle sold AS-IS, with no warranty.  This is not a new vehicle, it is used.  A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage.  This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used.  Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are.

When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms.

Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com

Sales tax, smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents.

A document fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price.

An optional 15 day drive-away permit is available for $8.25. 

New eBay bidders with (0) feedback or international bidders

please make contact by email or phone at least 2 hours before bidding.

We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary  to protect our clients.

Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts.  All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct.  If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do.  Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable.  If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction.  Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.

That's it.

Now pick up your phone and call us with your offer or bid

 

 
 
Viva! Las Vegas Autos, Inc.
707 Yucca St.
Boulder City, Nevada 89005
Office Line - 702-889-Viva (8482)
Fax Line - 702-889-8486
Dlr # 26850
 
Doug Williams
Owner
 
Direct Line -  702-353-7500
 
 
 

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We wouldn't want eBay to think we're trying to circumvent their fees!

Keeping our clients safe and getting positive feedback is critical to us!

Almost as critical as EBay's enforcement of their circumventing fees policy.  

 
 
 

A Note for Potential Victims

 

 Please let us know if you see our vehicles under listings of obvious question or if you receive a "Second Chance Offer" with any e-mail other than ours.  You can easily recognize the crooks with the stupid low "Buy it Now" price and the direct e-mails off the eBay system.  They'll never disclose a telephone number or address either.  If they won't talk to you, return a call or can't send you a copy of a title to the vehicle . . . DON'T SEND THEM MONEY or fall for their sneaky e-mails and redirects attempting to get your seller ID and password.

 

* Be Careful! *

 

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&

Review our Programs and Pricing on the Links below.

 

 

 

Some Vehicles May Qualify for the Premier Warranties of AUL.

 

 

 

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