Vehicle Description
1941 Cadillac Series 63 Sedan
There's nothing like assuming the helm of a mid-century Cadillac, a
car from an era when General Motors was at the tip top of its game
in terms of design, engineering and performance. Unfortunately,
top-notch vintage Cadillacs that are ready to drive AND show are
becoming increasingly hard to find. Then Bill Mitchell pulled
another rabbit out of the hat with his 1941 Sixty Special design,
judged by some as Cadillac's all-time best. Featuring a fastback
design which would be copied by many, including Bentley, among
other features that would survive through the 40's and become
signature to a Cadillac.
Offered for consignment, a barn find condition pre-war Caddy in
need of a major restoration. From the body to the interior, the
undercarriage to the engine, it all needs attention. This isn't a
warning from this well versed writer to run for the hills, but
rather a bit of insight as to what you'll be up against. In the
end, the risk will be worth the reward and you could be the
starring lead in your own personal 1 man parade down Main St. USA.
We present to you a 1941 Cadillac Series 63 that is ready for you
to bring back and enjoy.
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
Exterior
Styling was heavily emphasized for '41, and the new Cadillacs
emerged looking quite distinctive. The prow-nose motif of the
Thirties was gone, replaced by a blunter and more massive frontal
design that was highlighted by a dramatic horizontal egg crate
grille - a theme that has been continued to this day. That, plus
the larger traditionally opening hood, and the headlights
integrated into the broader fenders, separated it from all
Cadillacs that had gone before. Meanwhile, a three-piece front
bumper, with optional guards, provided a cove to protect the
license plate. This car sports round openings on the fenders that
once held the optional driving lights in place of the standard V
emblems below the headlights. At the rear, the fenders show
squarer, the left tail light hides the gas-filler cap, and twin
vertical bars divide the rear window into three segments. Three
horizontal chrome "speed stripes" on the front and rear fenders of
this model, help promote the theory of movement while standing
still. All these steel panels and chrome add ons are in need of
restoration, with extensive invasive rust noted on all lower
panels, and rocker panels having been removed. The black paint
presents with a patina with light surface rust showing through in
various areas. Modern blackwall tires are wrapped around the red
painted steel wheels.
Interior
An expansive but torn and tattered Art Deco style bench seat
stretches from door panel to door panel and is covered in tan
heather cord cloth with a vertical tufted insert under the plaid
plastic slip cover. A surface rusted and patinaed wood grain dash
with plenty of pitted chrome covers the area. The original steering
wheel is installed, and carpeting remnants covers the floors.
Across the back is a spacious rear bench with plenty of legroom
complete with obligatory ashtrays, and hold on bar for when the
chauffeur gets a bit feisty on the back roads, and you do not want
to spill your Manhattan. We note heavy invasive rust has taken over
the sills and rockers, having even moved into the driver's lower
A-pillar.
Drivetrain
Under the large bulbous hood resides a heavily patinaed and rusted
346ci flathead V8. Topped with a 2bbl carburetor this mill once
made 150hp. On the back is a 3-speed manual transmission which
sends power back to a 3.77 geared rear axle. No attempt was made to
start this engine.
Undercarriage
Patina and surface rust abound, however the frame frame is strong
and stable and is very "beefy" for lack of a better word. All the
floor pans and rockers are showing a healthy dose of surface rust,
as is the trunk flooring. The rockers have been cut off and a few
of the body mounts have extensive invasive rust and will need
remedied immediately. Independent coil spring front suspension and
rear leaf springs provide the ride. Drum brakes bring this massive
piece of Art Deco to a stop.
A diamond in the rough with a full restoration required. All ready
for you to tackle and make your very own, waiting here in the
overstuffed halls of the Classic Auto Mall.
NO TITLE-SOLD ON A BILL OF SALE ONLY
TRIM TAG
STYLE 41 6319D-1941 Cadillac Series 63 Sedan
BODY 3801-Body #
TRIM 77-Tan Heather Cord
PAINT 51-Black
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
