Listed for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Walpole, Massachusetts, this 1937 Cadillac LaSalle Series 60 is a genuine barn find that’s been left untouched for years. Priced at $5,000, it’s described by the seller as a complete four-door sedan with a clean body and no rust, a rare claim for a prewar vehicle that’s been sitting in storage. Thanks for the tip T.J.!
The car features its original flathead V8 engine paired with a three-speed manual transmission on the column, keeping it true to the drivetrain setup that made the LaSalle a refined choice in its day. While it hasn’t been mechanically revived yet, the listing suggests a solid starting point for a restoration—or simply preservation—for someone who appreciates early General Motors craftsmanship.
The photos show a black exterior with some remaining gloss in the paint, and though there’s visible dust and dirt from years of storage, the car appears largely intact. Inside, the tan interior looks aged but complete, consistent with a vehicle that hasn’t been touched since its discovery. Under the hood, the engine bay shows light surface rust, typical of a long-dormant car, but nothing that appears severe based on the images provided.
The LaSalle brand, created by Cadillac in the late 1920s, was known for bringing high-end styling and engineering to a slightly more attainable market. By 1937, the Series 60 models had developed a reputation for smooth performance and elegant design—sharing many of the qualities that made Cadillac itself a luxury icon.
Opportunities like this don’t come up often. Finding a 1930s Cadillac-built LaSalle with a clean body and matching components still in place makes this one worth a closer look. Whether restored or simply brought back to running condition and preserved, it could make a rewarding project for anyone drawn to prewar American cars.
Would you restore this LaSalle to its former luxury glory, or keep it as an authentic barn find survivor?
Beautiful car. Forgive my ignorance as I’m not entirely up to speed on 30’s Cadillacs. Are the three stripes original with the car, or is it some kind of military insignia?
The “three stripes” was the LaSalle emblem at the time.
Thanks, Gatormario. I learned something today!
That “3 speed on the column” looks more like a floor shift to me. I sure wish this was on the west coast. I would be hitching my trailer…
Get it running, check the brakes, clean it up, drive and have fun.
Great car.
“pending”
It’s just “LaSalle,” not “Cadillac LaSalle.”
A really nice car and rare find that only needs to be cleaned up to use.
A couple of small corrections though. The LaSalle in 1937 was a Model 50. A model 60 was a Cadillac. Also ’37 was the last year for floor shift. The first column shifter was in ’38
Looks good for what it is. These were just fine at the time, great engine and transmission. And, to me, the ugliest rear end of all time, the hump back. Yes, it was practical, the slope back (fast back), was pleasing, but limited luggage space, but the hump, was, well, just an added on hump.
Gee, our old La Salle ran great. Those were the days!
“Oh Archie!!!! ”
Pending as of 730 PM 10-14-25
Stifle!
With a butt like that this Lasalle should come with a vintage travel trunk full with vintage wardrobe. I love the style of prewar
TransAmMan & Gatormario:
My parent’s 1939 Chrysler Imperial had similar “Sergeant stripes” or 3 chevrons on its front fenders in almost an identical location. Must’ve been some “luxury” motif of the era.
Almost as pretty butt as the later Seville.
TransAmMan & Gatormario:
Oops, my fat fingers on this iPhone keypad mistyped that Chrysler’s year… it’s should read “1938” not 1939.
TransAmMan & Gatormario:
Oops, my fat fingers on this iPhone keypad mistyped that Chrysler’s year… it’s should read “1938” not 1939.
Hi, I had a 58′ Roadmaster late 70′, it was hard to get parts then! transmissions especially hard! I love old cars cause I’m old too! restoration? I bought a 1st gen firebird, The parts $ is out of control!… what would it cost for LaSalle?…I had a firebird then as well. I saved all small parts, more than I know! mostly interior stuff, nuts/bolts all in baggies. I have to sell the bird…as my civic cracked a block. prices are not going down! $32.5K to go!
SOLD!!!!!!! Enjoy whomever the lucky buyer is!!