Man bought 1967 Cadillac for cheap and finds various signs of neglect but there’s reason to be optimistic
- This 1967 Cadillac DeVille had been sitting for 10-15 years
- Now this YouTuber wants to get it cruising again
- While there are signs of neglect – there are glimmers of hope, too
Published on Oct 14, 2024 at 2:00 AM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on Oct 11, 2024 at 6:05 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
A 1967 Cadillac DeVille had been sitting for 10-15 years and showed serious signs of neglect – but now this YouTuber wants to get it cruising again.
There is some serious damage after years of being unused.
From a missing back seat to rust holes – however, there are some glimmers of hope.
The floors appear to have been redone, features including the throttle and climate control are intact – and it runs when parked.
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The 1967 Cadillac
The classic car had been sitting idle for 10 or 15 years when the team from NoNonsenseKnowHow came across it.
It ran while parked, but closer inspection revealed some serious signs of neglect.
There are several issues: from rust to a missing back seat – and an overpowering musty smell that is a hangover from the animal debris left hanging around by its previous occupants.
However, there are several factors that come together as something of a silver lining.
The floors appear to have been redone, and key components like the throttle and climate control are actually intact.
After attempting to fill the tires and checking various engine components, including fluid levels and spark, they replace the sulfated battery.
This appears to be the key that finally gets the engine to crank – and it seems and sounds pretty healthy with no smoke.
Another glimmer is that, while they need help, the transmission and brakes are both working.
While it needs new tires and some work on its carburetor – its owner is confident he can get it back on the road.
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London-based Amelia cut her journalistic teeth covering all things lifestyle, wellness and luxury in the UK capital. Fast-forward a decade and the experienced content creator and editor has put pen to paper for glossy magazines, busy newsrooms and coveted brands. When her OOO is on you can find her spending quality time with her young family, in the gym or exploring the city she loves.
