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1987 CADILLAC ALLANTE – History:
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1987 CADILLAC ALLANTE – History:
See original version (French)
Estimate €1,500 - €2,250
Voluntary lot
Description
1987 CADILLAC ALLANTE – History:
Unveiled for the 1987 model year, the Cadillac Allanté was Cadillac’s answer to prestigious European convertibles such as the Mercedes-Benz SL and the Jaguar XJ-S Cabriolet. Its design was entrusted to the renowned Italian coachbuilder Pininfarina, who assembled the bodywork in Turin before it was flown to Detroit, where the mechanical components were fitted. This remarkable logistical operation, dubbed the ‘Air Bridge’ at the time, made the Allanté one of the most unique cars of its era.
Powered by a 4.1-litre V8 engine mated to an automatic gearbox, the Allanté prioritised comfort, luxury and long-distance travel, whilst offering a particularly high standard of equipment for the late 1980s. Produced until 1993 in a run of just over 21,000 units, it remains today a rare and unusual model in the Cadillac range.
Description:
The car on offer is a Cadillac Allanté first registered on 30 June 1987.
The vehicle comes with its complete set of Belgian administrative documents, including the registration certificates (Parts I and II), the Belgian registration certificate of conformity, a roadworthiness certificate, a wheel alignment report and a Car-Pass.
The Car-Pass shows a mileage of 170,312 km, recorded on 17 September 2014, confirming the consistency of the known readings.
The bodywork appears to be largely complete and has an attractive overall profile. The paintwork has a uniform appearance but shows signs of ageing, with a slight loss of lustre and some visible signs of wear depending on the panel, including scratches and a few dents.
The interior is complete and in a good state of preservation despite having been in long-term storage. The burgundy leather upholstery is slightly dried out with some normal cracking, but no significant tears. The dashboard, door panels, centre console and main fittings appear to be complete. The car will essentially require cleaning and cosmetic restoration.
The engine bay is complete and retains its Cadillac V8 engine as well as its main original components. The engine bay is dusty with slight surface oxidation due to storage, with no obvious signs of dismantling. No mechanical tests have been carried out, and a full recommissioning will be required before any attempt is made to start the engine.
Specifications:
Make: Cadillac
Model: Allanté
First registered: 30 June 1987
Manufacturer: Cadillac Motor Car Division – General Motors
Body type: 2-door convertible
Engine: 4.1-litre Cadillac V8
Fuel: Petrol
Gearbox: Automatic
Seating capacity: 2
Chassis number: 1G6VR3173HU100268 (stamped number not found)
Exterior colour: Bordeaux
Interior: Bordeaux
Steering: Left-hand drive
Mileage: 170,312 km (Car-Pass dated 17/09/2014)
Keys: None
Documents: Complete original Belgian registration certificate (Parts I and II) in the name of the previous owner; the buyer has never transferred the registration to their name. Previous roadworthiness test and Car-Pass.
Condition:
The vehicle is being presented as it came out of storage.
The engine has not been started and no test drive has been carried out.
Sold as seen, considered not roadworthy, without a roadworthiness test, primarily for parts.
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About the sale
Classic cars – barn finds and miscellaneous
Auction location
Auction time
09/25/2026 at 2:00 PM
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