Vehicle Description
The arrival of Cadillac'sSeries 62marked a significant turning
point for General Motors' flagship marque. The upright grilles and
running boards of the Classic Era were finally put to bed, as the
Series 62 debuted a fresh and modern new look created by Harley
Earl and his team in General Motors' prolific styling department.
The headlights sat in pontoon-style fenders flanking a low and wide
horizontal grille. The broad-shouldered body eliminated the need
for exterior running boards which in-turn gave the car a sleek and
clean profile. Flowing lines and finely judged detailing tied the
design together with Harley Earl's typical restrained flair.
Aesthetically speaking, it was one of the most important designs in
Cadillac history - often compared with other ground-breaking
American automobiles like the Cord 810, Duesenberg J, and Earl's
own 1927 LaSalle. Under the skin was Cadillac's L-head "Monobloc"
V8 engine which served Cadillac well through multiple evolutions.
The 1941 iteration displaced 346 cubic-inches and developed an
impressive 150 horsepower. The company produced more than 24,000
Series 62s across a range of five distinct body styles. This
beautifully restored 1941 Series 62 is one of just 3,100 cars built
with style number 6267D, the stylish and desirable convertible
coupe coachwork. The elegant proportions of the two-door
convertible body combine with the fresh front-end styling to create
one of the most appealing cars of the early 1940s. With the
powerful V8, 3-speed manual gearbox, and independent front
suspension, the Series 62 is also one of the best driving cars of
the period. Also, the Series 62 enjoys Full Classic status in the
Classic Car Club of America and is therefore eligible to
participate in CARavan tours and club shows and events. Coveted for
its exceptional road manners, well-sorted examples such as our
featured car are highly sought-after among Classic Era touring
enthusiasts. Elegantly presented in Valcour Maroon over oxblood red
mottled leather, this 1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible is a
marvelous example of the breed. The deep maroon paintwork is
outstanding, with straight panels and precise body fit. Brightwork
is presented in brilliant order, with a mix of older restored parts
and excellent originals showing only some minor hazing and surface
imperfections on close inspection. The doors shut with satisfying
solidity, demonstrating the exceptional quality that defined
Cadillac for so many years. It sits proudly on the road, rolling on
wide white wall tires and mirror finish chrome wheel covers. This
car is equipped with numerous factory options including,
pillar-mounted searchlight, fender skirts (with emblems), chrome
wheel covers, radio, and heater. Complementing the beautiful
exterior is a luxurious, oxblood red interior. The mottled leather
trim and seats, while older, have taken on a charming character
that suits this car's road-ready nature quite well. The carpets are
in a similarly fine order, appearing older with some minor wear,
but overall, clean, and tidy. Original options like the radio and
heater/defroster are in place. The 346 cubic inch Monobloc V8 runs
strong and is authentically detailed. The 3-speed manual
transmission shifts well, and with a useful 150 horsepower on tap
the car is a delight on the road. Powerful hydraulic brakes and
independent front suspension make it a pleasure to drive in all
conditions. With ground-breaking styling, a powerful engine, and
highly refined chassis, the 1941 Cadillac stands as one of the
great icons of the late Classic Era. Handsomely presented this 1941
Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe is classy, sporty, and
comfortable, an ideal tour car for the many CCCA events for which
it is eligible. Offers welcome and trades considered For additional
details please view this listing directly on our website
https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7742-1941-cadillac-series-62-convertible/
