1959 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special Sedan

Description

Raleigh Classic Car Auctions have built a pristine reputation over 26 years of live auctions, as the go-to for the best-of-the-best offerings for car collectors and enthusiasts. Regionally trusted and nationally recognized, Raleigh Classic Car Auctions continues to find low-mile, original examples with documentation annually. The October Special is an offering of 28 premium quality, low-mile and desirable, domestic lots from three private estates. All vehicles are available for in-person inspection at The Raleigh Classic Showroom in Zebulon, NC; 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday: 10/28/25 - 11/12/25 or by appointment.

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By 1959, Cadillac had firmly established itself as the standard of American luxury and design innovation. The marque’s vehicles embodied the optimism and extravagance of the era, combining advanced engineering with dramatic styling.

The Fleetwood 60 Special Sedan was Cadillac’s top-tier four-door model, positioned between the Series 62 and the exclusive Eldorado. It was built on a 130" wheelbase and constructed by Fleetwood Body Works of Detroit, renowned for its precision craftsmanship and high-quality coachwork. Only 12,250 examples were reportedly produced, underscoring its exclusivity and importance among Cadillac’s offerings.

This example is a Fleetwood Sixty Special hardtop sedan. According to its factory body tag, the vehicle was produced by Fleetwood Body Works under body number FW 8161 and was originally finished in Wood Rose Metallic with a Fleetwood-exclusive cloth upholstery.

According to the selling dealer, this 1959 Fleetwood 60 Special has been restored in its factory-correct Wood Rose Metallic exterior. Power is supplied by Cadillac’s 390ci, 6.4L OHV V8 factory-rated at 325 horsepower, paired with a four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. The interior retains its Fleetwood-exclusive trim pattern, originally described by Cadillac as part of the Colony/Clarion/Concord family of upholstery.

Highlights

• Offered from The Raleigh Classic Collection

• 22,790 indicated miles, true mileage unknown

  • Based on the seller's thorough assessment, known history, and accompanying documentation, the five-digit odometer reading of this Fleetwood 60 Special is believed to have rolled over.

• Seller states factory-correct Wood Rose Metallic (Paint Code 49) has been restored

• Fleetwood 60 Special cloth interior (Trim Code 65)

• Body tag: STYLE 59-6029, BODY FW 8161, ACC EHKY

• 390ci, 6.4L OHV V8 rated at 325 horsepower

• Four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission

• Factory air conditioning

• Autronic Eye automatic headlight dimmer

• Chrome brightwork, decorative rear-fender “air scoops,” and Fleetwood tail fin pods

Features

• Rochester four-barrel carburetor and dual exhaust system

• Auburn Classic radial wide white wall tires with a DOT date of 2122

• Independent front suspension with rear coil springs for improved ride comfort

• Power steering and vacuum-assisted power drum brakes

• 12-volt electrical system with Delco generator and voltage regulator

• Automatic heating and ventilation system integrated with air conditioning

• Push-button AM radio with dual speaker output

• Six-way power front bench seat with center armrest

• Power-operated windows and vent windows

• Soft-Ray tinted glass for reduced glare

Known Imperfections

• As with any vintage vehicle, some imperfections may be present. Interested parties are encouraged to review the photo gallery and contact the seller with any questions.

Included Items

• Spare wheel/ tire assembly and jack

Ownership History

This 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Sedan is offered from The Raleigh Classic Collection with a clean Indiana title.