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1955 - Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
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1955 - Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Chassis no.
See original version (French)
Estimate €55,000 - €75,000
Voluntary lot
Description
1955 - Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Chassis no. 556276630
French registration
An icon of American style in the 1950s, this Series 62 embodies open-air luxury, power and elegance.
An absolute symbol of the American dream of the 1950s, the Cadillac Series 62 Convertible epitomises the golden age of the American automobile. Produced at a time when Cadillac dominated the luxury market across the Atlantic, this 1955 generation was immediately seductive with its spectacular lines, abundance of chrome, generous proportions and exceptional comfort.
A true showcase of General Motors' expertise, the Series 62 Cabriolet combines power, refinement and a smooth ride in a style that has become iconic. Under its long bonnet sits the famous Cadillac V8, an engine renowned for its flexibility and reliability, enabling it to travel the long American roads in incomparable comfort.
Our example, bearing the chassis number 556276630, features a particularly elegant configuration, originally delivered in a white colour combination and now in alabaster grey, perfectly representative of the American refinement of the period. This subtle harmony admirably enhances the flowing lines and numerous chrome details that give 1950s Cadillacs their personality.
The current owner acquired this Cadillac in 2003 and has looked after it passionately for more than 20 years, ensuring that the car retains all its timeless charm. This long period of preservation testifies to the attachment shown to this emblematic American car, as well as to the pleasure derived from its supple, majestic driving style. A true invitation to travel, this Series 62 Cabriolet offers a unique experience in which every journey becomes an immersion in triumphant post-war America.
The Cadillac that illustrates these pages undoubtedly represents one of the finest expressions of American automotive luxury in the Fifties... A car capable of attracting all eyes, reviving the atmosphere of the great American boulevards and offering its driver the rare privilege of travelling in a true icon of world automotive design.
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