1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Restomod LS3

6.2L Naturally Aspirated LS3 V8 | 700R4 4-Speed Automatic | Aftermarket Sound System w/ Bluetooth Capability

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260455724

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$39,500
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
F5154425
Lot Number:
260455724
Odometer:
455
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
6.2L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Cape Ivory
Interior Color:
White
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New York
  • 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Restomod LS3
  • 6.2L Naturally Aspirated LS3 V8
  • Electronic Fuel Injection
  • 700R4 4-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Cape Ivory Exterior
  • White Interior
  • Aftermarket Sound System w/ Bluetooth Capability
  • Aftermarket Shocks
  • Aftermarket Brake Booster
  • Power Front Seats
  • Power Windows

Overview of 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Restomod LS3 For Sale by Owner

Few American luxury convertibles capture mid-century optimism quite like a 1965 Cadillac DeVille. This was the era when Cadillac represented the absolute pinnacle of domestic prestige, building cars that were unapologetically large, extravagantly styled, and engineered to deliver effortless cruising comfort. This particular 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible takes that classic formula and thoughtfully updates it for modern usability as a restomod, blending iconic 1960s styling with the reliability and drivability of contemporary GM performance hardware. Showing approximately 455 miles since its build, this Cape Ivory over white example offers the kind of classic American glamour that turns heads everywhere, but without the compromises often associated with vintage carbureted cruisers. For buyers who love classic aesthetics but want modern confidence behind the wheel, this is a compelling combination.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible is pure American automotive theater. From its long, sweeping body lines to the unmistakable stacked headlights and restrained tailfin-era styling, this generation DeVille perfectly captured Cadillac’s dominance in luxury motoring. Finished in elegant Cape Ivory, the car wears its proportions beautifully, emphasizing sophistication rather than aggression. With the top down, the full visual impact of this grand boulevard cruiser becomes even more apparent, delivering the sort of commanding presence modern luxury cars rarely replicate. The combination of factory-inspired elegance and modernized underpinnings makes this a particularly appealing restomod that respects the original design. The interior of this 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible continues the luxury-first philosophy Cadillac buyers expected in the mid-1960s. The white cabin creates an airy, upscale environment that perfectly complements the exterior finish, while signature Cadillac comfort touches such as power front seats and power windows preserve the premium experience that defined the brand. The addition of an aftermarket sound system with Bluetooth capability is a welcome modernization, allowing contemporary convenience without fundamentally altering the car’s vintage character. This remains a cabin built for relaxed cruising, social occasions, and effortless top-down motoring rather than aggressive performance driving.

Engine

Under the hood, this 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible benefits from one of the most sensible upgrades available for a classic American restomod: Chevrolet’s 6.2-liter LS3 V8. Replacing the original big luxury cruiser powertrain with a modern electronically fuel-injected LS engine transforms the ownership experience, bringing vastly improved reliability, easier servicing, stronger performance, and cleaner drivability in all conditions. Paired with a proven 700R4 4-speed automatic transmission, this Cadillac gains the added advantage of overdrive, making highway cruising far more relaxed than many period-correct classics. Supporting upgrades such as aftermarket shocks and an upgraded brake booster further improve road manners and confidence, resulting in a classic Cadillac that can actually be enjoyed regularly rather than merely admired from the garage.

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1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible Restomod LS3

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
$39,500

Few American luxury convertibles capture mid-century optimism quite like a 1965 Cadillac DeVille. This was the era when Cadillac represented the absolute pinnacle of domestic prestige, building cars that were unapologetically large, extravagantly styled, and engineered to deliver effortless cruising comfort. This particular 1965 Cadillac DeVille Convertible takes that classic formula and thoughtfully updates it for modern usability as a restomod, blending iconic 1960s styling with the reliability and drivability of contemporary GM performance hardware. Showing approximately 455 miles since its build, this Cape Ivory over white example offers the kind of classic American glamour that turns heads everywhere, but without the compromises often associated with vintage carbureted cruisers. For buyers who love classic aesthetics but want modern confidence behind the wheel, this is a compelling combination.

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Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
$24,999

Cadillac entered the 1980s as America’s premier luxury marque, and the DeVille remained one of its most recognizable flagships. Designed to deliver effortless cruising comfort, elegant styling, and a commanding road presence, the DeVille embodied the traditional American luxury car formula that Cadillac had perfected over decades. This 1980 Cadillac DeVille shows 90,728 miles and is finished in sophisticated Western Saddle Firemist Metallic with a matching Saddle Velour interior. Equipped with the desirable d’Elegance Package, a black vinyl roof, and modern upgrades including 22-inch aftermarket wheels and a Kenwood audio head unit, this DeVille successfully blends classic Cadillac luxury with a customized appearance that is sure to stand out wherever it goes.

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