Vehicle Description
Cadillacs were truly the envy of the elite when this 1955 Series 62
sedan was built. Cutting-edge technology, big performance, and
unparalleled eye appeal made them unquestionably "The Standard of
the World." Today, they still carry a legendary reputation, and it
also doesn't hurt that this one looks like pure rock-n-roll.
Cadillacs of this era are a true exercise in style. Everything from
the gold crest in front, to the turbine-style wheel covers, to the
gas cap hidden behind a flip-up taillight are designed to make
every other driver jealous. Of course, everyone knows the true
standout is the chrome - it keeps this Caddy shining like the star
it is. And speaking of stars, the color of this one perfectly
reminds us all that Elvis Presley first fell in love with this
generation of Cadillacs. This is so legendary that the color is
officially referred to as "Presley Pink." This professional
application of the pastel color and pristine white roof means
you'll drive this one with pride to far more places than just Elvis
events.
Inside, this is quite formal with two-tone gray. Two wide cloth
bench seats provide better comfort than a pillow-top mattress, and
the legroom is expansive front and rear. Matching door panels,
carpets, and dash give it a cosmopolitan air that suggests an
artist at work her - especially with all the little trim bits
shining brightly. Note that this car carries some interesting
features such as the original AM radio and the advanced Autronic
Eye on display. Jet-age styling dominates the instrument panel and
steering wheel, which is simply gorgeous. The trunk is so massive
that the original-style full-size spare can sit vertically.
Cadillac's 331 cubic-inch engine was the icon of the industry, and
so we're happy to see the original V8 still in the engine bay
today. General Motors was only beginning to spread V8s to the rest
of its family of cars during this era. So, Cadillac still reigned
supreme with this big motor that carried a quarter larger
displacement than anything that was available at Chevrolet. But,
where Chevy was beginning the business of hot rodding, Cadillac's
cubic-inches and four-barrel carb were utilized to make sure
comfort was achieved at every speed. This means the motor is brisk,
with a smooth, expensive-sounding hum from the well-damped dual
exhaust system. The engine bay appears to be highly original, with
Cadillac Blue paint still on the block, an original air cleaner,
and all the accessories intact. This is a true highway cruiser with
a three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power
brakes.
Complete with owner's manual, this is a rolling icon at quite an
obtainable price. Don't miss out, call today!!!