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1959 Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet
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1959 Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet
See original version (French)
Estimate €90,000 - €120,000
Voluntary lot
Description
1959 Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet
Manufacturer: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Cabriolet
Vehicle registration document: German registration certificate
Chassis No.: Chassis 59F024947
- The most sought-after ’59 model!
- Stunning colour combination
- Optional spoked wheels
The ’59 model year is undoubtedly the most sought-after amongst Cadillac collectors, as it represents the pinnacle of a style inspired by excess, flamboyance and, of course, aerospace design. The profusion of chrome, the rocket-engine-shaped wings topped by impressive spoilers featuring ogive-shaped lights, the wealth of equipment – not to mention the 6.4-litre V8 producing 325 cv and its fabulous torque: absolutely everything is extraordinary!
The example on display is the most desirable variant, as it is a convertible. Sold new in the USA, it features the colour that probably best showcases its breathtaking, chrome-accented lines: black. The interior, meanwhile, is brightened by red and cream upholstery, which adds just the right touch of cheerfulness to the overall look. It joined the collection of the current owner – a lover of black Cadillac convertibles – in 2010. The car had undergone a restoration, including the upholstery, and was fitted with optional spoked wheels. It naturally features a fully functional electric soft top, as well as four electric windows. With power steering and power brakes, this Cadillac is extremely easy to drive despite its size; it will be welcomed with open arms at concours d’élégance events. More than just a car, this is a masterpiece of design from America’s most iconic era; it belongs just as much on a museum plinth as it does on the open road.
German title
Chassis No. 59F024947
- The most sought-after 1959 model!
- Stunning colour combination
- Optional spoked wheels
1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
The 1959 model is undoubtedly the most sought-after amongst Cadillac collectors, as it represents the pinnacle of a design inspired by excess, flamboyance and, of course, aerospace. The abundance of chrome, rocket-shaped wings with impressive spoilers featuring ogive-shaped headlights, the wealth of equipment – not to mention the 6.4-litre V8 engine producing 325 hp and its fabulous torque: absolutely everything is extraordinary!
This particular example is the most desirable variant: a convertible. Sold new in the USA, it features the colour that best showcases its breathtaking, chrome-accented design: black. Meanwhile, the interior is finished in red and cream upholstery, adding just the right touch of character to the overall look. It joined the collection of the current owner in 2010, a lover of black Cadillac convertibles. The car was restored (including the upholstery) and fitted with optional wire-spoke wheels. It naturally features a fully functional electric soft top, as well as four electric windows. With its power steering and power-assisted braking, this Cadillac is extremely easy to drive despite its size; it will be welcomed with open arms at concours d’élégance events. More than just a car, this is a design masterpiece from America’s most iconic era; it belongs just as much on a museum plinth as it does on the open road.
Photos © Tom Dederke
1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Manufacturer: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Vehicle registration document: German title
Chassis No.: Chassis No. 59F024947
- The most sought-after 1959 model!
- Stunning colour combination
- Optional spoked wheels
The 1959 model is undoubtedly the most sought-after amongst Cadillac collectors, as it represents the pinnacle of a design inspired by excess, flamboyance and, of course, aerospace. The abundance of chrome, rocket-shaped wings with impressive spoilers featuring ogive-shaped headlights, the wealth of equipment – not to mention the 6.4-litre V8 engine producing 325 hp and its fabulous torque: absolutely everything is extraordinary!
This particular example is the most desirable variant: a convertible. Sold new in the USA, it comes in the colour that best showcases its breathtaking, chrome-accented design: black. Meanwhile, the interior is finished in red and cream upholstery, adding just the right touch of character to the overall look. It joined the collection of the current owner in 2010, a lover of black Cadillac convertibles. The car was restored (including the upholstery) and fitted with optional wire-spoke wheels. It naturally features a fully functional electric soft top, as well as four electric windows. With its power steering and power-assisted braking, this Cadillac is extremely easy to drive despite its size; it will be welcomed with open arms at concours d’élégance events. More than just a car, this is a design masterpiece from America’s most iconic era; it belongs just as much on a museum plinth as it does on the open road.
Photos © Tom Dederke
See original version (French)
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