1941 Cadillac Series 62

The arrival of Cadillacs Series 62 marked a significant turning point for General Motors flagship marque. The upright grilles and running boards of the Classic Era were finally put to bed as the Series 62 debuted a fresh and modern new look created by Harley Earl and his team in General Motors prolific styling department. The headlights sat in pontoon-style fenders flanking a low and wide horizontal grille. The broad-shouldered body eliminated the need for exterior running boards which in-turn gave the car a sleek and clean profile. Flowing lines and finely judged detailing tied the design together with Harley Earls typical restrained flair. Aesthetically speaking it was one of the most important designs in Cadillac history - often compared with other ground-breaking American automobiles like the Cord 810 Duesenberg J and Earls own 1927 LaSalle.Under the skin was Cadillacs L-head Monobloc V8 engine which served Cadillac well through multiple evolutions. The 1941 iteration displaced 346 cubic-inches and developed an impressive 150 horsepower. The company produced more than 24000 Series 62s across a range of five distinct body styles. This beautifully restored 1941 Series 62 is one of just 3100 cars built with style number 6267D the stylish and desirable convertible coupe coachwork. The elegant proportions of the two-door convertible body combine with the fresh front-end styling to create one of the most appealing cars of the early 1940s. With the powerful V8 3-speed manual gearbox and independent front suspension the Series 62 is also one of the best driving cars of the period. Also the Series 62 enjoys Full Classic status in the Classic Car Club of America and is therefore eligible to participate in CARavan tours and club shows and events. Coveted for its exceptional road manners well-sorted examples such as our featured car are highly sought-after among Classic Era touring enthusiasts.Elegantly finished in McKinley Gray with a red interior as specified on its firewall tag the Convertible Coupe has been treated to a concours-quality frame-off restoration. This is easily the finest Series 62 we have ever offered. The odometer shows just 23 miles likely since the restoration. The McKinley Gray paintwork is outstanding the power black cloth soft-top is immaculate and panel fitment is straight and precise. The brightwork throughout the car is absolutely stunning and brilliant even the notorious pot-metal vents on the hood are in beautiful condition. The doors shut with satisfying solidity demonstrating the exceptional quality that defined Cadillac for so many years. It sits proudly on the road rolling on wide whitewall bias ply tires and mirror-finish chrome wheel covers. This car is equipped with numerous factory options including fender skirts (with emblems) high/low defrost radio and heater. To emphasize the quality of the restoration the car made its concours debut in 2011 at the CCCA Meet in Westport Connecticut where this Series 62 scored an incredible 99.75 points earning a well-deserved First Place in the Primary Division.Complementing the striking exterior is a luxurious oxblood red interior. The mottled leather trim and seats are nothing short of spectacular. The carpets are in the same pristine condition showing no signs of wear or tears. Every detail of the interior from the dashboard and gauges to the knobs and steering wheel is immaculate and beautifully presented.The meticulous attention to detail doesnt stop there. The engine bay housing the original numbers matching 346 cubic inch Monobloc V8 is beautifully displayed. All fasteners hardware wires and surfaces are clean and tidy which is reflected in the cars strong and responsive performance. The 3-speed manual transmission shifts smoothly and with a useful 150 horsepower on tap the car is a delight on the road. Powerful hydraulic brakes and independent front suspension make it a pleasure to drive in all conditions.With an exceptional attention to detail and minimal mileage since restoration this numbers-matching 1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe has rarely been seen publicly. Featuring a landmark design by the legendary Harley Earl and Bill Mitchell and finished in truly ideal and correct colors this Cadillac is one of the finest surviving examples of its kind. Offers welcome and trades consideredFor additional details please view this listing directly on our website https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7703-1941-cadillac-series-62-convertible-coupe/