1949 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe

Chassis No. 496255635

Exterior: Black (Ditzler PPG) with Black Cloth Top & Tonneau Cover

Interior: Red Hides and Matching Wool Carpets

Specifications: 160bhp. 331 cu. in. overhead valve V8 engine. two-barrel carburetor. four-speed Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. independent front suspension with coil springs. live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs. four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 126"

Having modernized its Series 61. 62 and 60 Special lines with all-new bodies in 1948. Cadillac introduced its all-new overhead valve V8 engine for 1949. More compact and lighter than its predecessor. the new V8 was designed from the outset to accommodate higher compression ratios and power output. With ingenious “slipper” pistons. reliable operation at higher engine speeds was now possible. Continuously refined. improved and enlarged over the years. this basic engine powered Cadillac models through the late 1970s.

Pioneering road tester Tom McCahill found the new Cadillac models to be perhaps the quickest and fastest American-built cars on the market. In fact. despite considerable weight. only the Oldsmobile 88 could match a Cadillac's strong performance. Consequently. the marque enjoyed a growing performance reputation. in addition to its renowned level of quality. style. luxury and exclusivity.

Of the four Cadillac series offered in 1949. the most popular was Series 62. offered in Sedan. Coupe. Coupe DeVille and Convertible Coupe form. The Convertible Coupe came standard with an upgraded interior and power-operated windows.

Beautifully presented. this outstanding example was part of a noted private collection and. as such. benefits from proper. professional maintenance. All in all. the car remains in excellent condition; the black exterior finish. bodywork and brightwork. from the “Dagmars” in front to the bumper at the rear. are all beautifully presented. Exterior features include a period-style spotlight as well as whitewall tires and very attractive “sombrero” wheel covers. The interior is likewise outstanding. with rich red leather upholstery. matching wool carpeting and such features as an AM radio and heater.

With its potent V8 engine. Hydra-Matic transmission and luxurious appointments it goes without saying that this Cadillac is a wonderfully comfortable driver. Alternatively it would certainly find itself at home at various shows and events. if so desired.

It was purchased by us at the prestigious Amelia Island Concours d' Elegance and displayed at our Braman Cadillac Showroom as part of our Classics & Heritage Collection. While we have been the custodians of this exceptional motorcars regular cold starts as well as lubrication and fluid checks were performed always within the factory tolerances.

If you have any questions about this fine motorcar please call our Classics & Heritage Expert

James Hondros at 305-571-1205 ext. 2136

Email to: Jhondros@bramanmiami. com

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This vehicle is being sold as is. where is. with no warranty. expressed written or implied. Although we try to describe vehicles as accurately as possible. errors can happen and the seller shall not be responsible or held liable for an incorrect description. authenticity. genuineness. or defects herein. and makes no warranty in connection therewith. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle but the buyer must do their own due diligence prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

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Payment Terms: The successful high bidder or buyer will submit a $1. 00 non-refundable deposit within 2 business days of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay remaining balance due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 3 days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.

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Fees and Taxes: 689. 00 Doc fee covers all overnight delivery and title work. etc. Sales tax applies only to Florida buyers. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state. county. city taxes and fees. as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered.

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