Vehicle Description
There's an upper echelon of early post war classics, and this 1947
Cadillac Series 60 Special Fleetwood is right there on top. More
expensive than the standard Cadillac, these were a rare treat with
only 8,500 produced. So if you are a true connoisseur of classics
you understand how few have survived in such good condition 70
years later.
If you know Cadillacs, then you know how special it is to have a
Fleetwood body from this era. Special door line profile, window
moldings, and trim transformed the standard Series 62 body into
something truly special. And the Fleetwood script on the rear was
another clear indicator that you were a big shot who could spend
25% more on a Caddy. Today that affluence is still presented quite
nicely with amazing and complete brightwork. The massive grille
makes a bold statement as it follows the contours created by the
tall hood and long fenders. The wraparound bumpers shine to a level
that it makes sure this sedan leaves a lasting impression. And the
details are even right, too, like the factory wheel covers and the
taillight housings that hint at the tailfin era that was right
around the bend. With all of this presenting so complete and
bright, this Cadillac has never lost its regal image. The final
piece to this attractive package is the white and gray two-tone.
This is the result of an older respray, so some might get the
impression you have an amazing survivor - and we won't tell your
secret.
When you open the door, you instantly understand what the luxury
lifestyle was in the '40s. Button-tufted seats, matching door
panels, and so much room on the sofa-like rear seat that you even
get fold-down footrests. You'll slip behind the ivory-colored
steering wheel, and gaze at the original gauge package that's
backlit. This is set in a wood veneer surface that circles the
entire front and rear seating areas for a very uniform and premium
feeling that was not on many other 1940s machines. One of the
features that you will probably enjoy the most is how nothing is
missing. There isn't a hole where the radio should be, the glove
box lid isn't gone, or any other detail left out. There's even the
original Cadillac ID card in the kick panel! It all gives you the
full appreciation for a vintage luxury sedan like this.
Power comes from Cadillac's famous 346 cubic-inch flathead V8 -
this was the motor they crated for such durable use that it was
also a favorite for tanks in World War II. Because of this, the
engine and optional Hydramatic automatic transmission received
numerous updates when peacetime production restarted. This
period-correct motor looks exceptionally honest in the engine bay,
so there is some talk of it being original. Even better is just how
reliable and strong the V8 runs. This is a torquey motor that knows
how to pull this Caddy around with ease. Plus, the soft suspension
and more modern Coker whitewall tires really help keep this luxury
floating down the road.
A rare vintage sedan with presence and power to make a splash
wherever it goes. This is an appealing Caddy Fleetwood, and if
you're quick enough, it can be all yours. Call today!!!
