1941 Cadillac Series Sixty-Two Convertible Coupe

Description

The 1941 Cadillac Series Sixty-Two is, as Cadillac put it, “America’s finest example of the practical and beautiful body design popularly called ‘Torpedo’ styling.” Especially in its Convertible Coupe form, the Series Sixty-Two was a symbol of American automotive luxury and elegance during the pre-war era quite befitting of Cadillac’s “Standard of the World” slogan. Its sleek, streamlined body was accentuated by distinctive features like the signature grille, sleek fenders, and elegant chrome detailing. The luxurious interior was equally impressive, with plush seating, high-quality materials, and state-of-the-art amenities for its time. Under the hood, all Cadillac Series Sixty-Two models featured a potent 346 cu-in “L-Head” V8 engine that generated 150 horsepower, making it one of the most robust power plants in the automotive market during the early 1940s. 

Today this CCCA Full Classic exudes a timeless charm with its graceful design and remarkable craftsmanship. Thought to be restored sometime in the mid-2000s, this Cadillac Series Sixty-Two Convertible Coupe is a stand-out example.

Highlights

• Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic

• Styled by legendary General Motors designer Harley Earl

• Formerly of the Thomas F. Derro Collection

• Restored in Dusty Gray over a tan leather interior

• Powered by Cadillac’s mainstay 150-horsepower, 346 cu-in V8 engine

• Desirably equipped with a three-speed manual transmission

• Lightly modified to include front coil-over suspension and a slight lowering of the rear springs for a sleek look

• Offered with a copy of its Cadillac build sheet confirming the following build specification and total price ($1,331.32) when new:

  • R - Royal black tires

  • M - Running boards

  • L - License frames $1.60

  • Y - Wheel discs

  • S - Radio and aerial $43.00

  • K - Automatic heating system $31.50 (delivered loose)

• This Sixty-Two Convertible Coupe is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing 1,654 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

Trim Tag Decodes as:

• Style No. 41-6267D 1941 Series 62 Convertible

• Body No. 1926

• Trim No. 87 - Red Leather

• Paint No. 51 - Black

• Vacuum-actuated automatic convertible top

• Side mounted rear-vision mirror

• Fabric lined glove compartment with automatic light

• Full width rear seat with ashtrays

• Dome light

• Large, automatically lighted rear trunk with full sized spare wheel

• Two wind-deflecting sun visors

• Radio grille, ashtray, and automatic lighter in instrument panel

• Dual downdraft carburetors

• Fully automatic choke

• 20 gallon fuel tank

• Cadillac Synchro-Mesh

• Bendix “Super-Hydraulic” drum brakes

• “Bonderized” steel body panels

Known Imperfections

• Small paint issues with a few rock chips and tiny marks (pictured)

• Light cracking on the passenger rear fender guard

• The clutch engages at the end of pedal travel and will likely need future adjustment or replacement

• Please note that the factory rear fender skirts are currently not available

Included

• A copy of its Cadillac build sheet

• Spare dashboard electrical switch

Ownership History

Delivered to the Cadillac Company of Providence, Rhode Island on 3 April 1941, this Series 62 Convertible was acquired by the Thomas F. Derro Collection in April of 2002. A restored example, it is finished in an attractive livery of Dusty Gray over a tan leather interior and a matching tan convertible soft top. Later sold to the consignor’s estate with 733 miles on the odometer in October 2017, this Sixty-Two Convertible Coupe has been driven 921 miles in the past six years.

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Harrison Platz Phone: 610.304.4525 email: harrison.platz@broadarrowgroup.com

Please note: Title in transit

Optional vehicle service contract available for $750. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.