For Sale: 1949 Cadillac Sedan DeVille in Detroit, Michigan

This 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Touring Sedan is powered by a numbers-matching 331ci V8 mated to the reportedly original four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Finished in Madeira Maroon Metallic over a tan-and-brown broadcloth interior, this highly original classic is now offered by the seller with service records and a clear title.

Highlights

• One owner for the last 25 years
• Original exterior and interior
• New spark plugs, tires, and fuel system 

Ownership History                                                                           

• Offered by a private seller 
• Current location: Florida

EXTERIOR

• Madeira Maroon Metallic paint 
• Split windshield
• Fender skirts
• Driver-side chrome mirror 
• Chrome brightwork 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch steel wheels
  • Cadillac wheel covers
• 8.20 Firestone whitewall radial tires 

Updates

• New tires installed in 2025

INTERIOR

• Tan and brown broadcloth upholstery 
• Bench seat 
• Column-mounted automatic shifter 
• Power windows 
• Factory AM radio 

Updates

• Turn signal arm has been replaced 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 110-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Battery
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 50,674 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 331ci V8
  • 160 horsepower 
  • 312 lb-ft of torque 
  • 7.5:1 compression ratio 
  • Two-barrel carburetor  

Transmission

• Four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic 

Service History Highlights

• Received recent oil change 
• New in 2025
  • Spark plugs 
  • Carburetor was overhauled 
  • Updated engine-mounted fuel pump installed 
  • Electrical fuel pump 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                                                                                                                                           

• Semi-floating hypoid rear axle
  • 3.36 gears 
• Manual drum brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust system 

TRIM TAG DECODER 

• STYLE, 6269 - Series 62 Touring Sedan 
• PLANT, FW - Fleetwood, MI 
• TRIM, 42 - Tan and Brown broadcloth 
• PAINT, 9 - Madeira Maroon Metallic

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Surface rust is visible on the driver-side rear door, fender, and undercarriage components 
• Some mottling within the exterior paint due to uneven spots and blotchy patches according to the seller 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE

• Service records