1969 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

Clearly benefiting from limited and caring prior ownership with fully known documented provenance, this California-based Fleetwood Brougham is an exceptionally original, collector-grade example with just 12,031 miles at the time of listing. It also includes coveted California 'Black’ registration plates.

Handsomely presented in its original Persian Aqua Poly (Code 28) paint finish with its original white (Code J) vinyl roof covering, this very special Cadillac is a captivating example of one of the company's top models of the late 1960s. Front cornering lamps, rear fender skirts, and correct steel wheels mounting full Cadillac-scripted hub caps and period style Whitewall tires accent the incredibly well preserved Fleetwood Brougham’s crisp, clean, and dignified body. Ever-so-slight clear-coat fading is evident in a few spots but difficult to see in the photographs.

The beautifully preserved (Trim Code 29S) interior is finished in Aqua Devereaux Cloth upholstery including embroidered inserts and Medium Aqua leather. According to the seller, the seating surfaces remain fully original and were removed and reinstalled to facilitate replacement of the underlying seat cushions. Factory original features and extra-cost options are numerous, including Automatic Climate Control ($515), Power Door Locks ($68), Six-Way Power Dual Comfort Seat Adjustment ($89), AM/FM Radio ($188), Twin Rubber Mats Front & Rear ($17), Tilt & Telescopic Steering Wheel ($95), Twilight Sentinel ($31), Remote Control Trunk Lock ($52), and Cruise Control ($94), plus a Padded Instrument Panel, Automatic Level Control rear suspension, Front and Rear Center Armrests, Power Windows, and a Driver’s Side Remote Outside Mirror. Given the Cadillac’s caring owners and extremely limited use since new, the Brougham’s inviting interior offers a rare glimpse into the luxury-car world of the late 1960s. A couple light stains on the carpeting are evident in the photos provided.

As stated above, the Cadillac’s outstanding preservation and limited mileage makes it a magnificent vehicle to experience directly on the road. Retaining the original 472 cubic-inch Cadillac V-8 engine, factory-rated at 375-horsepower and 525 foot-pounds of torque with a standard 4-barrel carburetor, the Fleetwood Brougham also features a 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission, power steering, and power front disc with rear drum brakes.

According to notes from the seller, the 472/375 HP 4-barrel Cadillac V-8 engine is strong, powerful, and sounds magnificent with a throaty exhaust note. He also advises the vehicle is great to drive, tracking straight and delivering a shake- and rattle-free experience, with the Hydramatic transmission shifting smoothly through the gears.

This 1969 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham was originally ordered at Thomas Cadillac of Los Angeles and sold on May 14, 1969 to its original Californian owner, 72-year-old Mrs. Edith Homan. A wealthy longtime Glendale resident, she was well-known for a generous donation to Glendale Memorial Hospital in 1982, the largest unsolicited donation the 58-year-old institution had ever received until then. Mr. LaRue C. Thomas, a legendary Cadillac owner/collector and the owner and founder of Thomas Cadillac, re-acquired the Fleetwood Brougham after Mrs. Homan’s passing and placed it into his renowned private Cadillac collection, with this particular example listed as #57 of over 74 cars in his stable.

Following the sale of the building and surrounding acreage in Los Angeles by the Thomas family, the cars were eventually sold with the help of Brian Nelson Jones of Indiana, who compiled the list of the collection and helped organize the sale, with this particular vehicle sold in 1996 with 6,043 original miles by Thomas Cadillac to its third Southern Californian owner, who was reported to always garage and maintain the car under their stewardship. The current owner purchased it in 2015 with just 10,400 miles on the odometer.

Pride of ownership and proper care are abundantly clear in the photos provided, with the floors, trunk, and typical rust-prone areas appearing completely original, solid, and rust-free, showing no signs of ever having been exposed to the elements. Additional items include the four original rubber floor mats still protecting the carpets and a briefcase containing such important documents as original sale paperwork, invoices, owner’s manuals, dealer brochures, and the window sticker. The original spare wheel and jack still reside unused and in their correct places inside the trunk.

If you appreciate the unmistakable look, feel, and driving experience that only an impeccably preserved, original, and never-restored vehicle can possibly deliver, this low-mile 'California Black Plate' 1969 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham demands serious consideration.