Vehicle Description
Gorgeous Coupe DeVille finished in classic Springtime Yellow and
matching interior! Original 331ci V8 and Hydra-Matic automatic
transmission. Optioned with power steering & brakes, power windows,
full wheel discs, E-Z-Eye tinted glass, Coker radial whitewall
tires, Autronic Eye, and fog lamps. Wonderfully capable driver and
show worthy example. Cadillac Automobile Company had just
celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 1952, and with such success,
they achieved record sales! So in 1953, Cadillac made only slight
changes to the Series 62 body style that included heavier bumpers
with integrated bumperettes, redesigned headlight brows with
parking lamps repositioned underneath. This marked the final
iteration of the third generation Series 62 model. Changes under
the hood did include an upgrade to 210 horsepower mated to a
standard Hydro-Matic automatic transmission! Simple rocker trim and
the V-emblems marked the hood and deck lid to set Cadillacs upscale
luxury line apart. Offered here is a 1953 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
Deville finished in a sharp Springtime Yellow exterior with White
roof, matched to a Yellow cloth/white vinyl custom interior. It
remains all numbers matching with original Rochester carbureted
331ci V8 under the hood, Dual Range Hydra-Matic automatic
transmission, and 3.31 geared rear axle. Options include power
steering, power brakes, hydraulically-operated power windows, 15
steel wheels with full disc covers wrapped in Coker Classic
235/75R15 wide whitewall tires, signal-seeking AM radio with foot
control, Autronic Eye auto-dimming headlamps, fender skirts, door
handle paint protectors, driver outside mirror, fog lamps, E-Z-Eye
tinted glass, and more!
This particular example comes from the South Florida area where it
treated to a full cosmetic restoration many years ago that included
a full-color change from original Forrest Green Metallic to the
pale yellow it presents in today. The results are now believed to
be pushing 20 years old, and still, prove to be outstanding with
some visible wear noted on entry & exit points! The paint
application was obviously completed professionally remaining very
sharp and providing excellent gloss! The chrome and bright work are
all in very good condition. Inside the front, the driver seat is
showing some fading on the bottom along with some patina around the
door panels, but very little can be critiqued otherwise! It
continues to start, run, and drive down the road with utter ease.
It shifts super smooth and can handle highway speeds all day long!
The majority of service work was completed by The Car Doctor based
in Eustis, Florida for the past 7 years, operated by Billy Fowler,
a 30+ year GM mechanic & transmission expert. This included new
front brake cylinders & adjustments, cooling system renovated with
re-cored radiator, new water pump, & thermostat, rebuilt wiper
motor, and complete transmission service in 2017 to include fresh
filter, adjusted bands, pan gasket, & fluids. It was proudly, and
avidly, shown in the central Florida area by the previous owner as
often as possible. Included with this vehicle will be a matching
spare tire, original jack, wrench, in a nicely detailed trunk. The
underhood presentation is also very sharp with original, matching
engine and chassis VIN stamp clearly visible. It should be noted
that this example was assigned a new VIN out of the state of
Oregon. The factory chassis & engine number read 536284010. More
recent conditioning by the St. Louis Car Museum includes new
interior carpeting & rear package tray, rebuilt heater system with
new control valve, T-pipe, hoses, radiator cap, along with having
the heater cores boiled out, flushed, and pressure tested. The
brakes have been cleaned and adjusted, and new rear taillight
lenses installed in freshly re-chromed housings. We also replaced
the battery, wiper blades, outside rearview mirror, all engine
fluids & filters, driveshaft U-joints, under hood insulating pad,
and idler arm assembly. This represents a terrific opportunity for
any Cadillac enthusiast and collector alike! Please feel free to
call (314)993-1330 with additional questions or to schedule a
chance to see this classic car for sale in person. St. Louis Car
Museum & Sales can assist in providing information about trades,
finance options or arrangements for transporting your next classic
car investment!
