Vehicle Description
1958 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible - Florida Car - Same Owner for
40 Years - Black over Red/White Interior - 365ci/335hp V8 with
Automatic - 85k Original Miles - Routinely Serviced with many
rebuilt components During the 1950s, there were few cars that came
more luxurious or larger than the Cadillac. No other car than a
Cadillac convertible could symbolize to your neighbors, your
community or even the world that you had arrived. More popular than
even the DeVille, The Series 62 was the sales leader for Cadillac.
Although the fifth generation Series 62 was introduced in 1957 and
was only carried through 1958 they still represent one of the most
stylish and well received examples available to collectors today.
For 1957, Cadillac dramatically restyled its lineup, creating a
very modern looking vehicle that nodded at things to come while
paying tribute to its heritage. The traditional perimeter frame was
dropped and Cadillac introduced a new X-frame, which was said to
allow for the body to sit lower while continuing to provide
exceptional interior space. For 1958, there were a few upgrades to
the model starting with a new grille featuring multiple round
bullets at the intersection of the horizontal and vertical members.
Dual headlamps were now standard equipment on production vehicles.
In addition, Cadillac used small chrome fins to decorate the front
fenders. The grille was now wider and new bumper guards were
positioned closer to the parking lamps. Tail-fins were less
pronounced and the word Cadillac now appeared on the fin's top edge
and the convertibles used decorative lower rocker moldings that
flowed into the polished wheel lip moldings. Offered here is a
beautiful Cadillac Series 62 Convertible which has been in the same
ownership for the last 40 years. Originally from Florida with only
85,000 miles on the odometer, this gorgeous drop top is finished in
Black with a White convertible top and was treated to an older
cosmetic restoration. The paint presents well with a nice luster
but there are fine swirl surface scratches and minor blemishes in
the paint throughout. The exterior chrome was re-plated, and all
the stainless trim was restored several years ago and has been well
maintained. Rearview mirrors and door handles are showing some
patina and light pitting. The power folding soft convertible top is
in good condition, clean and free of any rips our tears and works
well. The rear window is clear with only some slight scratches in
the clear plastic. The Red & White combination leather interior
possesses some typical signs of past driver enjoyment, but overall
continues to show exceptionally well with no rips or tears. The
seat cushions support passengers very well, and the leathers
remains exceptionally soft. Drivers will appreciate the power
steering, power brakes and the Autoronic Eye (automatic headlight
dimmer), and day/night rear-view mirror, and windshield washer.
While all the occupants will enjoy the air conditioning, Wonderbar
AM radio with rear speaker, power windows, E-Z-Eye tinted glass,
passenger visor vanity mirror. Under the hood remains the factory
correct 365ci OHV V8 producing 310 horsepower and 405 ft. lbs. of
torque. The engine compartment is clean and presents as well
maintained with many new parts such as fuel pump, fresh tune-up
with new spark plugs, plug wires, and distributor cap, fresh
coolant hoses and the air conditioning has been recently serviced.
The chassis and underbody are unrestored with no indications of
rust or accident repair. The chassis has been well maintained
including new rear springs and shocks, new fuel lines and the gas
tank has been restored. Power is transferred to Cadillac's durable
Hydra-Matic automatic transmission with standard 3.07:1 rear axle
gearing allowing for superb highway travel. The combination rolls
on steel 15 wheels with US Royal Safety 800 820-15 bias ply white
wall tires and polished wheel covers. Included is a cache of extra