Here at the St. Louis Car Museum, we are proud to offer for sale a
very rare 1941 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Imperial model
representing 1 of only 220 built! This classic Cadillac possesses a
power operated glass partition window, was cosmetically restored
between 2017 and 2018 to include all new, correct interior and an
exterior repaint. Currently, this particular model has only 82,000
miles on the odometer and is fitted with a host of wonderful
equipment options that include front and rear radios, spot light,
under seat heaters, fog lamps, and more! A splendidly rare example
that would be a fantastic addition to any car collection!
History About Cadillac's Sixty Special Model:
In 1941, Cadillac decided to go back to fitting their cars with
just one engine model. It's the first time this one name, one
engine marketing campaign has happened since 1926. Now all
Cadillacs were powered by the same 346ci L-head V-8 engine, which
produced 150 horsepower. This was a very bold move by Cadillac, but
it worked out in their favor considering the engine's long standing
reputation for dependability. Major design changes in 1941 included
sweeping front fenders now extending back into the front doors with
headlights built into the front along with a new, rectangular
grill, repositioned parking and turn signal lamps, along with, a
revised front bumper assembly giving the new Sixty Specials a look
often imitated by other manufacturers going forward, including GM's
own Chevrolet division. The wheel base was reduced by one inch, and
Sixty Special prices increased slightly due to these fresh design
and style changes. Even today, many Cadillac enthusiasts consider
the Sixty Special the most attractive Cadillac ever designed by
Bill Mitchell. More so, only 4,100 examples would be built this
final, full production year before the war effort would begin.
Rarer still would be the 220 Imperials manufactured with a factory
partition glass window dividing the passenger compartments.
About Our Available Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Imperial:
We are very excited to represent a gorgeous 1941 Cadillac Fleetwood
60 Special Imperial finished in its factory original Gloss Black
lacquer exterior. This example was purchased from the former
owner/curator for the past 36 years here in Missouri, this very
well preserved classic Cadillac that remained nearly 100% original
throughout upon acquisition. Although, the original interior
upholstery had survived rather well, having been covered in plastic
for many years, we felt this extremely rare Imperial deserved a new
interior. It' was completely removed in late 2015 and professional
refinished by our very own Danny Slivinski, a highly talented
member of the St. Louis Car Museum in-house repair team. Everything
from the headliner to the carpet were all recovered! New tan
broadcloth cloth and light brown Bedford cord were provided by
Hirsch, and the oatmeal square weave in the trunk. The headliner
was outsourced and reproduced by SMS Auto Fabrics. From the seat
buttons, sun visors, re-chromed trim spears on the door panels and
seat bottoms, Wilton I wool carpeting, binding, wind lace, wireon,
to the new rear ash tray covers, it now all looks brand new and
truly gorgeous!
The majority of examples came in the style number 41-6019, which
was a standard Fleetwood Sixty Special Touring Sedan for 5
passengers. This example seen here has the style number 41-6019F,
which was a Fleetwood Sixty Special Imperial Sedan that has a
formal glass division. There would only 220 produced like this and
they were priced $150 higher than the base model. Additional
features on this example include favored 3-speed manual
transmission, power operated divider glass, auxiliary oil filter,
Motorola Golden Voice push-button AM radio up front with fender
mounted antenna, secondary rear radio with individual armrest
controls and rear mounted antenna, windshield washer, Appleton
spotlight, locking fuel door cover, under-seat heaters with
defrost, front amber tinted fog lamps, rear trunk light, and
Firestone Wide whitewall Deluxe Champion tires measuring 7.00-15 in
size.
Finding cars this rare and original is always special, even for a
tenured collector! This Cadillac still retains an original stamped
engine block, some of its original porcelain on the exhaust
manifolds, the insulation on the exhaust down tube, splash guards
on the front suspension, original carburetor heat shield, excellent
cloth-covered wiring, and so much more! It has been serviced with
care and continues to start easy, idle super quiet, and drive
without any major concerns. Excellent clutch engagement with no
chatter, strong braking, and good road feedback from the
steering.
To learn more about this beautiful classic Cadillac for sale,
contact Jon Faust at (800)957-5707 or by emailing
[email protected]. Finance & Shipping options available to
those who qualify!
