For Sale: 1941 Cadillac Convertible in Bellevue, Washington

*1941 Cadillac Kustom Convertible**"Gable II"* * A D'Agostino Kustoms - Woodroe Parker Creation * Professionally Built by Oz Kustoms * All Hand-Sculpted Body Panels * High-End Chrome by Advanced Plating * House of Kolor Paint * Kustom Air Ride by Oz * Interior by Divine Custom Interiors * Custom Wood Grain Dash * Candy Pearl Root Beer over Pebble Beach Beige Mohair Interior * Pebble Beach Beige German Haartz Carson Top * 3-Time Major Award Winner - 2024 * A Full Custom, One of One Work of Automotive ArtThe term "Custom Car" can mean lots of different things. To some, a set of wheels and an exhaust makes their car custom, whereas for others, it doesn't qualify unless every aspect of the car from bumper to bumper has been modified and perfected. For traditional hot rodders Woodroe Parker and John D'Agostino, it's the latter. D'Agostino has been an idea-man and promoter behind hundreds of hot rods since the 1960s which have won pretty much every award in the rodding world. Parker has a background in art and design, as well as a shared appreciation for California-style car builds. With less than 10 miles since completion, this '41 Cadillac combines their shared passions and was built as a tribute to Hollywood icons Clarke Gable and Carole Lombard, in celebration of their patriotism during World War II. The design was then brought to life by Oz Welch of Oz Kustoms - another highly respected name in the kustom car scene and 2024 Builder of the Year award winner.Taking over seven years to build, "Gable II", started life as a Series 62 Convertible, a California car from new. To start, the interior cabin area was shortened by 14 inches, giving the rear section a smoother shape and adding a waterfall between the rear bucket seats. The front header and glass from a 1947 Cadillac Convertible were installed, and up front, the hood was re-shaped to fit the grille and bumper from a '47, while the fenders were extensively modified to fit 1953 Eldorado headlight assemblies. In total, more than 500 inches of welding were carried out just in front of the windshield to ensure perfect panel gaps and overall fitment. The rear fender skirts on the car have been "crowned" adding an extra dimension to the shape, and their side profile was completely reshaped to follow the gorgeous flowing lines of the rear quarter panels; they were then countersunk into the body for a smooth fitment.The rear of the car also utilizes pieces from a 1947 Cadillac including the bumper, which was reshaped to fit the different bodylines and make room for the 1953 Kaiser license plate frame and "bullet" exhaust outlets. Around the vehicle, all panels were welded, with no seam sealer used to make everything flow perfectly, and the car was then painted in House of Kolor Candy Pearl Root Beer which was applied with a flawless finish. The taillamps were shaved, with custom lenses integrated into the rear bumper overriders. A custom Carson convertible top was fabricated, which was required given the significantly chopped roofline, which necessitated all new glass and a roadster-style windshield up front. The car sits on a set of True-Spoke Custom Supreme wheels from American Steel with 48-spoke centers, wrapped in proper wide whites.On the inside, the original interior was restored to a concours level, with some very notable additions. The seats are all wrapped in Grey-Mauve mohair, which was installed by Divine Customs Auto Upholstery in Concord, CA. The front bench seat remains how it would have come from the factory, but given the reshaped cabin, the rear seats are bespoke with two buckets and a waterfall (painted in the exterior color) coming down and culminating in a crystal ash tray between the seats. The dashboard was removed and all of the original gauges were rebuilt. While out of the car, the dashboard was hydro-dipped for a wood grain effect before it was all reassembled. To the left of the steering column is a pack of three vintage-look gauges to keep tabs on the oil pressure, water temperature and fuel, while to the right, a Vintage Air A/C system has been fitted. In the glove compartment sits a modern Pioneer head unit along with controls for the custom Air-Ride suspension. A pair of Appleton 112-Series spotlights with pearlescent handles finish off the interior - one of the most popular modifications of the period, these spotlights look as though they could have been installed when the car was brand new.Underneath the car, the original frame has been modified to accept a 1975 Camaro front clip with disc brakes, and the rear has been fitted with the Camaro's 10-bolt rear end with a 3.50 Posi-Traction differential. Numerous reinforcements were made to the chassis, and the rear frame has been C-notched to allow the custom air suspension to drop the car to the ground. Powering the Cadillac is a new Chevrolet 350ci V8 crate motor with an Edelbrock carb on top that produces 300 horsepower. Power is then sent through a new TH350 automatic gearbox to the rear wheels.Following the car's completion in 2024, it made its debut at the Grand National Roadster Show in Los Angeles, where it took 1st place in class. It then took the Joe Bailon Memorial award, one of the Top-5 "Major" awards given each year at the Sacramento Autorama. It was then displayed at the 2024 Beverly Hills Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance where it took home the crystal "Rodeo Drive Award: Most Stylish", presented by Jay Leno. This incredible kustom is ready to show and will undoubtedly garner fans wherever it goes.Gable II is a true showstopper and would be the crown jewel of any collection. The uncompromising vision that led to this car resulted in a vehicle that, although extensively customized, looks like it should have been how the car left the factory. No half measures were taken and it is the kind of car that can only come from a team with extensive knowledge of coachbuilding, customization and classic American cars. With numerous famous hot rodding names attached to the car, this 1941 Cadillac Series 62 is an impossible car to replicate and a fitting tribute to two of classic Hollywood's great personalities.