Vehicle Description
1956 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe De Ville LONG-TERM COLLECTOR OWNED W/
54K MILESHIGHLY ORIGINAL W/ ONE CONCOURS-QUALITY REFINISHRECENT
MAJOR MECHANICAL SERVICE & COMPLETE DETAILGORGEOUS BLACK PAINT
FINISH OVER 2-TONE INTERIOREXCEPTIONALLY ATTRACTIVE, TOP-QUALITY
EXAMPLEONE OF CADILLAC'S MOST SUCCESSFUL 1950S MODELSINCLUDES MOST
RECENT SERVICE & DETAILING INVOICES Introduced in 1949, the
Cadillac Coupe de Ville was one of the first pillarless hardtop
coupes produced. Based on Cadillac's stylish and popular Series 62,
the Coupe de Ville and its Sedan de Ville counterpart delivered
everything good in Series 62 with leading-edge hardtop body
construction allowing more daring styling cues. Priced just $1
below the Series 62 Convertible Coupe, the Coupe de Ville included
power window lifts and premium interior appointments. While sales
were relatively low at first, they rose strongly through the 1950s,
ensuring the Coupe de Ville's mainstay status in the Cadillac model
range for many years. By 1956, the last for Cadillac's 1954-56
styling theme, all models received subtle updates including a new
rear bumper with raised oval dual exhaust outlets and a refinement
of Cadillac's aircraft-inspired tailfins. Cadillac's respected OHV
V-8 engine was enlarged to 365 CI and 285 horsepower, with dual
carburetors and 305 HP optional. for greater power and drivability.
While total Series 62 production reached about 134,500 for 1956,
just 25,086 Coupe de Villes were built that year and fewer still
are as nice as this long-term, collector-owned example, which has
never before been offered at auction nor sold publicly.Highly
original and very well maintained, this Coupe de Ville features an
excellent repaint and it clearly benefits handsomely from extensive
service and complete detailing performed by The Last Detail on
behalf of the current owner. According to recent and detailed
invoices with the vehicle, major items addressed include a full
vehicle inspection, complete brake-system rebuild, a fuel-system
cleaning and overhaul from the gas tank to the carburetor and fuel
gauge, and steering/chassis alignment. The quality paint finish was
nonetheless elevated to a higher level with a professional wet sand
and polish. The interior also received our careful attention, with
new window seals and surrounding cloth, plus rebuilding of the
factory dash clock and fuel-level gauge. New period-style modern
tires were also fitted for a great look and drive. Accompanying
items include a spare wheel/tire complete with hub cap, a roadside
jack and lug wrench. At the time of writing, mileage is just under
54,490 miles, believed correct. Cadillac dominated the American
luxury-car market of the 1950s, and it's easy to see why, with this
handsome, highly original, and very well maintained 1956 Cadillac
Series 62 Coupe de Ville. Featuring outstanding colors and
presence, it is ready to show and of course, drive along a nice
stretch of open road. Contact us today, see it for yourself, and we
are confident you will agree that it is a high-quality classic
Cadillac and much more than a rare survivor indeed.
