Beskrivning
This car is to be auctioned at 'Beaulieu, National Motor Museum'
Imported from Texas, USA Automatic transmission Present ownership since 1992 Running gear completely overhauled in 2006-2007 A many-time visitor to the South of France
The Cadillac is a vehicle manifestly intended to cover long distances at a high cruising speed whilst demanding the absolute minimum of effort from the driver and imposing the smallest possible distraction upon the passengers. Motor magazine testing the Series 62 Cadillac early in 1950.
Although the body style featuring GM styling chief Harley Earl's Lockheed P38-inspired tailfins had made its debut the preceding year, 1949 was nonetheless a landmark year for Cadillac, this season's models being the first to benefit from the company's new 5. 4-litre, overhead-valve V8. Replacement for Cadillac's long-running 5. 7-litre sidevalve unit, the new engine was untypical in having over-square bore/ stroke dimensions and, despite the overhead valve gear, managed to be both more compact and lighter than its predecessor. A maximum output of 160bhp meant that 100mph was within the reach of most models, with comfortable cruising between 80 and 90.
Revisions for the succeeding few seasons were chiefly limited to styling changes. Hydraulically operated 'power' windows was a feature of the Convertible and Coupe DeVille by this time, while Hydra-Matic automatic transmission was standardised from 1950 on all Series 62 models. The Series 62 was the larger of the two mainstream Cadillac model lines, being positioned between the 'small' Series 61 and the long-wheelbase Series 75 reserved for the Fleetwood-bodied limousines.
Currently showing 61, 985 miles on the odometer, this much loved Cadillac Series 62 Convertible (body number 'FW2110') has been part of the present owner's collection since 1992, coming directly from Texas. Spending many summers with the family in the South of France, it has been driven from London to Antibes on a number of occasions and is fitted with rear seat belts for the benefit of younger family members. The car has upgraded power steering using genuine 1953 Cadillac parts for greater ease of driving, and also benefits from power brakes and the optional Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Further 1949 luxuries include power windows and power convertible top.
During 2006-2007 the Cadillac underwent a complete overhaul of the suspension, steering and brakes, and was fitted with a stainless steel exhaust and a modern-core radiator. In 2014 the instrument cluster was restored (retaining the original mileage) with the addition of a new drive cable in addition to ongoing general maintenance. A new heavy-duty 6-volt battery was fitted more recently. A participant in the Hurlingham Club Concours, the car is offered with jack, spare wheel, hood envelope and a V5C Registration Certificate (incorrectly recording the engine number as 'the details below').
AUCTION TIMES
Friday, 1st September, starting at 11:00 CEST
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AUCTION ADDRESS
National Motor Museum,
Beaulieu,
John Montagu Building,
Beaulieu,
Brockenhurst SO42 7ZN,
United Kingdom
