Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Auctions America's Fort Lauderdale
event, March 31-2, 2017.
Chassis No.
59F003499
Estimate:
$100,000 - $125,000 US
The inherent dignity, grace and beauty of the Cadillacs of this era
were considered a hallmark for the Cadillac brand. For 1959,
Cadillac was excited to present a design that they felt took a
giant stride forward in their styling philosophy. The 1959 Cadillac
Series 62 Convertible carries an impressive stature which only a
motorcar of this type of length and wheelbase could offer. The
presentation is one of a solid, enduring beauty conveyed by the
massive bumper and grille design, front and rear. Of course, from
any angle of viewing, there is the unmistakable mantle of quality
which marked each "Standard of the World" offering in 1959.
The new, low silhouette was as much as 5.5-inches lower than its
predecessor. The new-for-1959 sweeping styling lines were set off
by extended headlight visors that culminated in the now-legendary
sharply defined swept-back fins with twin projectile-shaped
taillight nacelles. With tasteful bright trim elements, there was
little doubt that elegance was at the forefront in this respected
car's splendor.
This 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible represents one of 11,130
built during the model year from the total production of 142,272
cars. The base price of the car was listed at $5,455 in period
writings. Finished in Ebony with a black and white interior, this
Cadillac is powered by a 390-cid, 325-hp V-8 engine that is paired
with the automatic Hydra-Matic transmission of the era.
While this particular cars cowl data tag shows that it was
originally paint code 12 (Dover White) with trim code 20 (White
leather with Gray broadcloth); the colors of presentation were part
of the palette offered by Cadillac in 1959. Additionally, the list
of standard and optional equipment that accompanies the car lends
an atmosphere of exceptionalism that is nearly irresistible. Among
the features are standards such as power windows, soft-top, front
seat, steering and brakes; remote controlled driver's mirror,
accessory lighting, clock, cigarette lighters, center armrest and
more. The generous options on this car include factory air
conditioning, Autronic-Eye headlight dimmer, cruise control,
heater, tinted glass, radio with rear speaker and power antenna.
Whitewalls were also an option and look ideal with the factory
standard wheel covers and subtle rear fender skirts.
This model of Cadillac offers the occupants a view through the
windshield of epic proportions. The driver surveys the world about
him over the remarkably low, broad expanse of hood and fenders that
flow together in smooth, nearly seamless lines. Harley Earl's
leading-edge styling also employed advanced engineering; while the
1959 Eldorado was controversial and misunderstood in its heyday,
the collectors and critics of today agree that it possesses an
unmatched combination of power, presence and luxury.