1940 Cadillac LaSalle Model 52

Description

1940 Cadillac LaSalle Model 52. Total Ground up restoration that took approximately three years to complete and finished in 2012. Over $25,000 invested NOT including the cost of the vehicle, body work, paint and three years of labor from former owner which would put the total investment close to $55K. All exterior and interior chrome has been replated. New interior upholstery and trunk interior. Motor, transmission and clutch were rebuilt. Radiator recored, Steering wheel was restored, brakes, brake system, shocks and suspension replaced. Gas tank restored. New white wall tires, new wiring, new exhaust, batteries, new glass, all new rubber molding and weather stripping. The body was completely disassembled and soda blasted to bare metal. Have receipts and complete documentation of restoration. Fender skirts are included and not show in pictures. Car runs very well. The car looks similar to a Packard, Lincoln or Mercedes Benz of that era. Only missing the following items: Radio, interior dome light and passenger side exterior door lock. Brakes do not work. Master cylinder needs to be replaced. A brand new master cylinder is included with the car. Car is located in Southington, CT. Car is sold in as is condition without any warranties. I welcome you to inspect car during auction.