There was a time when arriving in a Cadillac meant something special. It was a symbol of achievement, prestige and an appreciation for the finer things in life. The magnificent 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham d’Élegance captures that spirit beautifully, representing an era when American luxury was defined by commanding proportions, lavish appointments and an uncompromising commitment to passenger comfort. With its imposing presence, generous chrome detailing and unmistakable styling, this grand American motor car makes a statement that few modern vehicles can match.

Step inside, and you are transported to a world where luxury meant space, softness and effortless refinement. The sumptuous d’Élegance interior, plush seating, rich woodgrain appointments and beautifully appointed cabin create an atmosphere reminiscent of a first-class lounge. Beneath the bonnet, the smooth 5.0-litre V8 engine and automatic transmission deliver the relaxed, unhurried performance for which Cadillac became famous. This is a motor car designed not for rushing from one destination to another, but for enjoying every mile of the journey in exceptional comfort and style.

• Km / Mileage: 29200
• Fuel Type: Petrol
• Colour: White
• Interior Colour: Blue
• No. Owners: 1
• History: Imported
• Year: 1987
• Make: Cadillac
• Model: Fleetwood Brougham d’Élegance
• Body Style: 4-Door Luxury Sedan
• Engine: 5.4-litre (307 cu in) V8
• Fuel System: Electronic Quadrajet 4-barrel carburettor
• Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic with Overdrive (4L60)
• Drive Type: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
• Steering: Power Steering
• Brakes: Power-Assisted Disc/Drum Brakes
• Suspension: Cadillac Soft-Ride Luxury Suspension
• Configuration: Right-Hand Drive (RHD)
• Seating Capacity: Six Adults
• Interior: Blue Leather d’Élegance Upholstery
• Trim: Genuine Woodgrain Interior Accents
• Climate Control: Automatic Climate Control Air Conditioning
• Windows: Power Windows
• Locks: Power Central Locking
• Seats: Power Front Bench Seat
• Mirrors: Power Exterior Mirrors
• Cruise Control: Yes
• Audio: Factory Delco AM/FM Cassette Stereo
• Roof: Padded Vinyl Roof
• Wheels: Factory Cadillac Wire Wheel Covers
• Tyres: Whitewall Tyres
• Boot: Full-Size Spare Wheel with Factory Carpeted Trunk
• Fuel: Petrol
• Country of Origin: United States of America
• Registration: New Zealand Registered

The Pinnacle of Traditional American Luxury

There are cars that follow trends, and there are cars that define an era! The magnificent 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham d’Élegance belongs firmly in the latter category. Built at a time when comfort, craftsmanship and commanding road presence mattered more than passing fashions, this exceptional motor car remains an enduring symbol of traditional American luxury.

From its imposing proportions and graceful lines to its sumptuous interior and whisper-quiet ride, the Fleetwood Brougham was designed to make every journey an occasion. This wasn’t simply transportation; it was a statement of success, refinement and an appreciation for the finer things in life. With its generous chrome detailing, unmistakable Cadillac styling and wonderfully relaxed driving characteristics, it represents an era of American motoring that has largely disappeared.

This particular example is especially appealing, being a rare right-hand-drive Cadillac that has remained in the hands of the same private New Zealand owner since its importation. Beautifully presented throughout, it reflects careful ownership and an appreciation for preserving the elegance and character of this remarkable American classic.

Vehicle Highlights

• 1987 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham d’Élegance, representing one of the final generations of traditional full-size, body-on-frame Cadillac luxury.
• Rare right-hand-drive (RHD) example, offering the convenience and practicality of right-hand-drive motoring.
• Same private New Zealand owner since importation, providing an appealing history of long-term ownership.
• Beautiful overall condition, reflecting careful ownership and preservation.
• Excellent bodywork and paintwork, with an elegant finish and outstanding presentation.
• Luxurious d’Élegance interior, featuring plush seating, rich woodgrain appointments and the generous comfort for which Cadillac became famous.
• Professionally fitted new headlining, further enhancing the beautifully presented cabin.
• Refined 5.0-litre V8 engine, delivering the smooth, relaxed performance expected of a traditional American luxury motor car.
• Effortless automatic transmission, perfectly complementing the Cadillac’s unhurried and comfortable driving character.
• Beautiful road manners, gliding along with an exceptionally smooth, quiet and comfortable ride.
• Outstanding chrome, brightwork and exterior trim, highlighting the quality of presentation throughout.
• Generously proportioned and beautifully presented boot, complete with original spare wheel and tidy factory finishes.
• Odometer records in miles, consistent with its American origins.
• Genuine turn-key classic, ready to be driven, enjoyed and appreciated immediately.
• Increasingly recognised by enthusiasts and collectors as one of the last great examples of traditional American luxury motoring.

A Driving Experience From Another Era

Behind the wheel, the Cadillac delivers precisely what its designers intended: effortless motoring in an atmosphere of exceptional comfort and refinement. The smooth V8 engine, automatic transmission, generously proportioned seating and beautifully composed ride combine to create a driving experience that is wonderfully different from modern vehicles.

There is something particularly satisfying about the way a traditional Cadillac travels. It doesn’t encourage you to hurry, nor does it need to impress with aggressive performance figures or complicated technology. Instead, it offers a sense of occasion, a commanding presence and an almost effortless ability to cover the miles in complete comfort.

Equally impressive is the interior, where the d’Élegance specification brings an additional level of luxury and sophistication. The plush upholstery, traditional woodgrain detailing and spacious accommodation reflect a period when American manufacturers competed to offer the most comfortable and prestigious motoring experience possible.

An Exceptional Opportunity

Nearly four decades later, the Fleetwood Brougham d’Élegance continues to captivate enthusiasts with the same effortless elegance that made it so desirable when new. As one of the last great traditional Cadillacs, it represents a distinctive chapter in American automotive history, when luxury was measured in generous proportions, smooth V8 power, exceptional comfort and unmistakable road presence.

Finding one in such beautiful condition is appealing enough, but locating a rare right-hand-drive example with long-term New Zealand ownership makes this particular Cadillac an especially interesting proposition.

For the enthusiast seeking something genuinely different, or the collector who appreciates the grandeur of traditional American motoring, this magnificent Cadillac deserves serious consideration.

After all, fashions come and go, but true luxury never goes out of style so whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply someone who appreciates the elegance of a bygone era, this 1987 Cadillac Brougham d’Élegance represents an increasingly rare opportunity. Right-hand drive examples are exceptionally scarce, and finding one with just one owner in New Zealand, and presented in such beautifully preserved condition is rarer still. It is a motor car that has clearly been cared for throughout its life and remains a superb example of Cadillac’s golden years.

Behind the wheel, the Brougham delivers exactly what Cadillac intended, an effortlessly smooth, quiet and relaxed driving experience. The powerful V8 glides along with ease, while the plush d’Élegance interior cocoons its occupants in genuine comfort. Whether you’re heading out for a Sunday drive, attending a classic car rally, arriving at a special event or simply enjoying an afternoon cruise, every journey feels like an occasion.

Equally suited as a priced addition to a discerning collection, an executive business vehicle, luxury wedding transport, promotional display car or an unforgettable weekend cruiser, this Cadillac is as versatile as it is impressive. As traditional full-size American luxury cars continue to become more sought after around the world, examples of this calibre are becoming increasingly difficult to replace. If you’ve been searching for a classic that combines rarity, timeless style, exceptional comfort and true collectability, this Brougham d’Élegance is one that deserves serious consideration.

Nostalgia plays an increasingly important role in the appeal of classic American luxury cars, particularly those that evoke the glamour, prosperity and unmistakable automotive culture of the 1970s and 1980s. For many enthusiasts, the Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham represents a bygone era when owning a Cadillac was widely regarded as a symbol of personal achievement and success. Today, these magnificent motor cars attract a different kind of appreciation, appealing to collectors who value their individuality, historical significance and wonderfully indulgent approach to motoring. Their generous dimensions, extraordinary comfort and traditional luxury appointments offer an experience that modern vehicles, despite their technological sophistication, seldom attempt to replicate.

From a collectibility perspective, surviving examples in excellent condition are becoming increasingly interesting, particularly outside the United States, where these imposing American classics have always been relatively uncommon. Right-hand-drive examples add another dimension of rarity and practicality, especially in markets such as New Zealand and Australia. While values remain dependent on condition, provenance and originality, well-preserved Fleetwood Broughams occupy a distinctive niche within the collector-car market, appealing to buyers who favour character, comfort and exclusivity over outright performance. As the surviving population ages and genuinely well-maintained examples become harder to locate, these grand Cadillacs offer enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy a memorable piece of American motoring heritage without sacrificing the luxury and comfort that made them so desirable in the first place.

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The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Group Ltd as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak.

NOTIFICATION AS TO NATURE OF GOODS IN TERMS OF THE CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT 1993

Waimak Group Ltd is a New Zealand registered company and accepts that the vehicle being sold must be of “acceptable quality” in terms of section 7 of the New Zealand Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 (the Act) having regard to “the nature of the goods”. Waimak Group Ltd is not aware of any specific defects with the vehicle, however (a) such a vehicle being a classic vehicle may have mechanical breakdowns, electrical failures at inconvenient times and maintenance costs being part of and parcel of ownership of a classic vehicle; (b) reliability is a combination of the particular nature of the classic vehicle, how it is being driven, how it has been maintained, and to a certain extent luck; (c) because of the age of the vehicle, and its propensity to rust, it is likely that the vehicle would have been fully or partially restored, or at least repainted at some point in its life, maybe even more than once. Waimak Group Ltd does not know, and cannot give advice on how good any restoration work on the vehicle had been.

The Purchaser acknowledges that the vehicle is being sold as a classic car; that in terms of the Act and the nature of the goods, the vehicle is an old car, bike or boat, that may have visual and hidden faults, unlike a new motor vehicle.

The Purchaser is encouraged to personally fully inspect the vehicle and also to have the vehicle inspected, and fully assessed by an experienced, independent, specialist garage - before committing to purchase. While the Purchaser is entitled to rely on statements given by Waimak Group Ltd as being correct, where goods such as vehicles are concerned, with so many moving parts and rust being an issue with older vehicles; a Purchaser who chooses not to seek independent professional assistance when assessing the quality of what they propose to buy is considered as buying at their own risk, and if the vehicle then turns out to be of less than the represented quality, or not up to the Purchaser's expectation, or in the Purchaser opinion not fit for purpose; then the Purchaser is considered to have contributed to their own loss and should not expect any refunds or betterment from Waimak Group Ltd.

The Purchaser acknowledges that they have read and fully understand this notification and the nature of a car which is many years old.