13k-Mile 2002 Cadillac DeVille DTS

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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The 2002 Cadillac DeVille DTS (DeVille Touring Sedan) represented the pinnacle of Cadillac’s full-size luxury sedans in the early 2000s. Built on GM’s G-platform, the DTS combined traditional American luxury with modern performance and technology. It was powered by Cadillac’s renowned 4.6-liter Northstar V8 engine, producing 300 horsepower and paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. This front-wheel-drive sedan offered a smooth yet responsive driving experience, with performance-tuned suspension and larger wheels distinguishing it from the standard DeVille.

The 2002 DTS featured refined exterior updates including jeweled headlamps, a distinctive egg-crate grille, and subtle chrome accents. Inside, it offered premium leather seating, real wood trim, and advanced features for the time such as heated and cooled seats, a navigation system, and Night Vision — a pioneering infrared system that enhanced nighttime driving safety.

The DTS catered to buyers seeking a blend of comfort, technology, and understated performance. It was also a favorite among executives and livery services for its spacious interior and commanding presence. As Cadillac transitioned toward more modern designs later in the decade, the 2002 DTS stood as a final expression of classic American luxury with contemporary enhancements. This DTS was sold through Rusty Wallace Pontiac Cadillac GMC of Morristown, Tennessee and shows under 14,000 miles from new.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in white with tan leather interior

• 4.6-liter Northstar DOHC V8 engine rated at 300 hp

• Four-speed automatic transmission

• Front wheel drive with performance-tuned suspension

• Tan vinyl top

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• 16-inch chrome wheels wearing 225/60R16 tires

• Aftermarket gold-plated grille

• Distinctive DTS badging

• Egg-crate grille and jeweled headlamps

• Body-colored lower cladding and subtle chrome trim

• Premium leather upholstery

• Heated and cooled front seats

• Memory settings for driver’s seat, mirrors, and steering wheel

• Real wood trim accents

• AM/FM/Cassette/CD audio system with eight speakers

• Rear parking sensors

• OnStar telematics

• Dual-zone automatic climate control

Known Imperfections

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars.

Included

• Keys

• Owner's manual

• Spare tire and jack

• Original grille

• Two extra tires

Ownership History

This 2002 Cadillac DeVille DTS is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in New York and Tennessee.

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: William Cooper Phone: 469.463.4542 email: wcooper@hagerty.com

Title in Transit:  

What does Title in Transit mean? 

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete. 

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is.

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.