1962 CADILLAC DE VILLE The much sought after third generation 1962
Cadillac De Ville is offered here in an attractive red and white
exterior, with complimenting red and white interior. Powered by its
original workhorse 390 ci engine, originally rated at 229 hp was
rebuilt a few years ago. The transmission is the original 4 speed
automatic. The De Ville is loaded with all the typical Cadillac
features and conveniences. No evidence of body damages and being a
long-term local California car. No corrosion or rust found. All
chrome and glass are in good condition. Clear California title with
current registration. Cadillac was restyled and re-engineered for
1961 followed by a mild facelift characterized Cadillac styling
trends for 1962. A flatter grille with a thicker horizontal center
bar and more delicate cross-hatched insert appeared. Ribbed chrome
trim panel, seen ahead of the front wheel housings in 1961, were
now replaced with cornering lamps and front fender model and series
identification badges were eliminated. More massive front bumper
end pieces appeared and housed rectangular parking lamps. At the
rear, tail lamps were now housed in vertical nacelles designed with
an angled peak at the center. A vertically ribbed rear beauty panel
appeared on the deck lid latch panel. Cadillac script also appeared
on the lower left side of the radiator grille. In addition,
Cadillac models went from being 6-window sedans in 1961 to 4-window
sedans in 1962 and 1963. Standard equipment included all of the
previous year's equipment plus remote controlled outside rearview
mirror, five tubeless black wall tires, heater and defroster and
front cornering lamps. Cadillac refined the ride and quietness,
with more insulation in the floor and behind the firewall. DeVille
sales as a separate series exceeded their sales level as a trim
level for the first time ever at 71,883 units, or nearly 45% of
Cadillac's total sales. ***If you are viewing this on Facebook, be
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