Cadillac Series 62 Convertible, 1958
Cadillac Series 62
Cadillac Series 62•
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Chassis No.: 58F030075
- Exterior: White
- Interior: Blue
- Body: Convertible
- Tri-Power 365 CI V-8 engine
- Hydra-Matic automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
- Power steering
- AM radio
- In-dash clock
- Power windows
- Power driver’s seat
- Chrome Sabre wheels
- Coker American Classic wide Whitewall tires
- Alpine White exterior
- Power-operated Blue convertible top
- White and Blue interior
For 1958, Cadillac enhanced the design of its entire lineup, including the Series 62. Subtle changes made immense differences, the most noticeable being four headlights up front instead of only two. They were likely the glitziest of all the Cadillacs prior, with brightwork measured by the ton and giving them a truly bejeweled look. The new-for-1958 cleated grille was especially adept at lending a jeweled look, and the overall scene was surreal. While so many cars could appear pretentious or even gaudy adorning chrome and polished stainless ornamentation, the Cadillac exuded sophisticated elegance, like it was dressed for a black-tie affair and accessorized by the latest designer jewelry.
This Series 62 convertible is presented in Alpine White with a blue power-operated convertible top, with the exterior color motif sustained inside. It’s powered by a 365 CI V-8 engine fed by the three 2-barrel “Tri-Power” carburetion system and backed by a Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. Passengers revel in the comfort of padded and upholstered seating, air conditioning, power windows and a power seat allowing simple adjustments. An AM radio provides the entertainment while an in-dash clock keeps schedules in check, and the Cadillac rolls on Coker American Classic wide whitewall tires wrapping chromed Cadillac Sabre wheels.
Cadillac began working on styling exercises for the 1957-58 models in early 1955, bringing to market many design elements seen in Motorama show cars. Introduced in 1957, the newly styled Series 62 immediately gained admirers. However, 1958 saw a relatively serious economic recession, which would spell slow sales for all automakers that year. As such, Cadillac only built 7,825 Series 62 convertibles, marking it as fairly scarce.
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