1992 Cadillac Allanté

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Huntsville, Alabama — or “Rocket City,” as we know it — is home to NASA rocket-propulsion research and development. Nothing quite encapsulates the launch and excitement of the region as this out-of-world collection of cars including movie cars and tributes, desirable classics, and a rocket truck itself. 3… 2… 1… These cars are ready for blastoff, and all will be launched to new homes and garages as all lots are presented with NO RESERVE.

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When it debuted in 1987, General Motors called the Allanté “The New Spirit of Cadillac.” The limited production luxury convertible was conceived to compete against the Mercedes-Benz SL and Jaguar XJS. Famous Italian coachbuilder Pininfarina designed the Allanté’s body, and the cars were manufactured just outside of Turin, Italy. Specially equipped Boeing 747s flew 56 bodies at a time to Detroit for final assembly with a domestically manufactured drivetrain. 

The new Allanté rode on fully independent strut-type suspension with power rack and pinion steering, four-wheel power disc brakes with Bosch ABS, and an electronically controlled four-speed automatic. All were convertibles. Interior features included multi-adjustable Recaro leather seats, digital graphic instrumentation, and Delco Bose AM/FM/cassette audio. 

The front-wheel-drive 1992 Allanté was equipped with new Road Sensing Suspension (RSS), an advanced system that adjusted the suspension based on road conditions, enhancing ride comfort and handling. Under the hood was a 200-horsepower, 4.5-liter V8 engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Inside, the Allanté received a luxurious interior with leather seats, digital instrumentation, and advanced audio systems, reflecting Cadillac's commitment to comfort and innovation. 

Highlights 

• Offered from the Rocket City Collection 

• Finished in Pearl Flax Metallic paint with black soft top over Natural Beige interior with leather upholstery 

• Powered by a 4.5-liter OHV V8 rated at 200 horsepower  

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report  

Features 

• Front-wheel drive convertible 

• Road Sensing Suspension (RSS)  

• Four-wheel disc brakes with ABS  

• Driver and passenger airbags  

• Electronic Climate Control  

• Driver Info Center  

• Cruise control  

• Symphony Sound AM/FM/CD stereo  

• 140 mph speedometer and 6000 rpm tachometer 

• Cooper Cobra 225/55ZR16 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• Paint chips in front bumper 

• Nicks on interior driver’s door handle 

• Rubber seal on rear window is torn  

• Paint chip on driver’s side of trunk near rear window 

• Service SDD indicator on  

• A/C does not blow cold 

• Radio emits no sound  

• Digital speedometer and gauges do not go to full brightness 

• Nick on driver’s side edge of console 

Included 

• Car cover

• Service manual 

• Owner’s manual 

• Copy of window sticker

• Past issues of Allanté World magazines 

 Ownership History  

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this six-owner 1992 Cadillac Allanté begins 1 November 1994, when it was purchased by its first owner in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The car later spent time in Illinois, Minnesota, and (since 2007) Alabama. It joined The Rocket City Collection in August 2023. 

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: Ramsey Potts   Phone: 912.508.4096   email: rpotts@hagerty.com