1966 Cadillac De Ville Convertible

Description

 “Over the years it has been a recognized fact that few family possessions provide as much satisfaction and pleasure as a Cadillac... and few represent so sound an investment.” Cadillac marketers were excited about the luxury automaker's 1966 model line, reminding potential buyers that new or not, Cadillac remained the “Standard of the World.”    

Cadillac announced a new De Ville series the prior year — now with a capital “D” — that included a convertible and pillared sedan for the first time. This full slate of new De Ville models effectively replaced the former Series 62 line. Subtly but superbly detailed, these Cadillacs utilized a new perimeter-frame chassis while retaining a 129.5-inch wheelbase and an overall length of 224 inches. Dual stacked headlamps were featured at the front, while only a suggestion of fins remained in the rear. Power steering, windows, and brakes were standard on all Cadillac models, and De Ville models were powered by a 429 cu-in V8 that produced 340 horsepower. The results were so new, the 1966 models continued with only minor improvements. 

This Ember Firemist 1966 Cadillac De Ville Convertible, a true “survivor” showing 52,969 original miles, upholds Cadillac’s reputation as the standard of luxury. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Carolina Collection 

• Showing 52,955 original miles from new 

• Finished in mostly original factory Ember Firemist paint 

• White Leather interior and original carpeting 

• Original Ivory power convertible top 

• 429 cu-in V8 rated at 340 horsepower 

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission 

• The chassis number (63G005212) decodes as:  

  • 63 – 1963 model year  

  • G – Series 62 coupe  

  • 005212 – Sequential production number  

• The Body by Fisher tag decodes as:  

  • 12C – Body date 12 March 1966 

  • Style: 66-68367 – De Ville Convertible 

  • Trim: 352 – White Leather with Black carpet 

  • Paint: 98-1 – Ember Firemist with Ivory convertible top 

  • EY K – Soft Ray glass, Six Way power control seat, Automatic climate control air conditioning 

Features 

• AM/FM Radio 

• Convertible top boot 

• Variable ratio power steering 

• Power brakes 

• Power windows 

• Power front seat adjustment  

• Courtesy lighting 

Known Imperfections 

• This 1966 Cadillac De Ville Convertible is presented as a finely preserved highly original and unrestored example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfection 

Included 

• Original Protect-O-Plate and Warranty Book 

• Original owner’s manual 

• Pennsylvania 1976 Map 

• Original spare tire and wheel 

• Original white rubber floor mats 

Ownership History 

This highly original 1966 Cadillac convertible was purchased new from Black Cadillac-Olds in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and was a part of the Glenn Boyd collection for several years. It has 52,969 original miles, has never been restored, and is finished in the factory-original Ember Firemist paint. It has the original White leather interior in like-new condition. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Donnie Gould   Phone: 954.647.0779    email: dgould@hagerty.com