Vehicle Description
Introduced by Bill Mitchell, head Cadillac and LaSalle designer,
the Sixty Special quickly became one of the most influential styles
to come out of Detroit. Most notably, the new design sat three
inches lower than past models, eliminating the use of running
boards. Originally designated to be a LaSalle sport sedan, it was
deemed too expensive and instead received the Cadillac badge. A
complete success, this new model replaced the Series 70 as the most
expensive owner-driven Cadillac of its day. Still, the Sixty
Special outsold every Cadillac line with a newly designed Fleetwood
body, higher quality trim and a wood grain dash. The fender skirts
and full hubcaps on each wheel added the final touch. This stunning
1941 Cadillac Series Sixty Special Sedan benefitted from a body-on
restoration, including paint and interior, in 2013. The new paint
is a dark green metallic, similar to its original color. When
examined for restoration, there were no filler in the body and
certainly no rust on the chassis. The beautiful dark green,
glove-soft leather interior and matching carpeting are - of course
- impeccable. At the same time, the engine was rebuilt and a 700 R4
automatic transmission was added. To enhance trouble-free and
comfortable touring, after-market air conditioning, front disc
brakes, and four new Diamondback whitewall radial tires were also
installed. The 6-volt electrical system was upgraded to 12-volt
with a new alternator. The radio was converted to AM/FM, but the
original face was kept with new electrics. An electric fuel pump
and a battery cutoff switch have been added, in addition to an
electronic ignition. All four original door panels were left intact
as they were (and still are) in very nice condition. All the
instruments and glass are clear, the glass has no chips, and all
the lights and gauges work. The radiator has a new core and an
auxiliary temperature gauge was added under the dash. Also added
was an electric cooling fan, but it's rarely used as the car runs
cool. Since the restoration, this lovely classic has logged
approximately 14,000 miles. It has been on several Classic Car Club
caravans and is accepted as a Full Classic by the CCCA. This car
runs perfectly and has never failed the owner. It's often used for
local events and runs well at 70 mph on the highway. The new owner
will have the perfect tour car with the benefit of more comfort
than it had when original. Air Conditioning, Automatic
Transmission, Am/Fm Radio, Leather Seats
