- Six-passenger seating in luxurious leather interior
- V-8 power and an automatic transmission
- Lovely paint with incredible chrome throughout
- Great Race experience equating to excellent mechanical condition
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From the Passport Collection
1941 Cadillac Series 62 ‘Great Race’ Convertible Coupe
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The pre-war years of the late 1930s and early 1940s saw sweeping changes in the U.S. automotive industry, with both form and function changing greatly. The emergence of the domestic economy from The Great Depression allowed manufacturers to expand and increase production. The Cadillac division of General Motors introduced the Series 62 model for the 1940 model year. For the second year offering in 1941, legendary GM designer Harley Earl refined the car to a look that absolutely screams "mid-century modern" well ahead of the middle of the century. The 1941 model year was the last full model year produced before the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor and domestic automobile production was halted to support the country's war effort.
Cadillac sales were strong in 1941, with the Series 62 drawing power from a 346-cubic-inch V-8 engine backed with either a three-speed column-shifted manual or the optional automatic transmission, as featured on this vehicle. The huge cabin easily allows six passengers on opulent maroon leather seats. A total of 3,100 convertible coupes were manufactured, accounting for a small percentage of total Series 62 sales. It is unknown how many of these cars exist today.
This 1941 Cadillac Series 62 convertible coupe is one of those 3,100 built and has been a part of the present owner's classic car portfolio since August of 2003. Powered by the correct drivetrain, the car presents in a beautiful maroon finish with a tan top and matching maroon leather interior. The car's brightwork is still impressive and the placement of the Cadillac crest on the steering wheel and fender skirts leave no guesswork as to the marque of this impressive car.
The present owner has driven this car extensively over the years, participating in events such as the Hemmings Motor News Great Race. This car has been stored in a humidity-controlled environment under his ownership. This vehicle would be a notable addition to any Cadillac collector's portfolio.
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