Category: Cadillac
Rear of a very original, most likely 1948, Cadillac convertible. Fact: There are a lot of convertible tops out there with a wrong and ugly, big rear window.
Regarding the 1954 Cadillac 62: The company had the 50th anniversary of the company in 1952. As a reminder, a V-shaped hood and deck emblems were created as gold castings. The 1954 Cadillac 62 Sport Coupe was also characterized by a higher rear deck lid contour (providing additional luggage space). History Back up lights were Read More …
1948 Cadillac 62 4Dr Sedan Cadillac named cars like this 1948 Cadillac 62 4Dr Sedan as ”62′ which were produced from years 1940 until 1964. (Then the cars received the name ‘Cadillac Calais’.) Cadillac designed that ’62’ model series originally to replace the entry level Series 65. Automobiles of the early post war years are Read More …
A few words about the history and development of the 1949 Cadillac 61 Fastback: Cadillac moved the formerly smaller Series 61 to the Series 62’s GM’s C-Body. Both were very similar. Design changes came to that body style already in 1948, featuring GM’s first new postwar body with styling bits including tail fins inspired by Read More …
Facts about the 1953 Cadillac 62 Coupe: Three GM divisions celebrated their 50th anniversaries in 1953. Oldsmobile, Buick and Cadillac. Incidentally, in 1953 Cadillacs had to build many cars with a Hydramatic transmission (like this car). A fire in the Buick Dynaflow plant forced the company to use this Olds component. The factory in Willow Read More …
The Year 1953 at GM Three GM divisions had 50th anniversaries in 1953. That were Oldsmobile, Buick and Cadillac. The 1953 Cadillac models showcased iconic design elements such as sleek lines, prominent chrome accents, and distinctive tailfins that would become synonymous with the brand. These vehicles were not merely cars; they were symbols of prestige. Read More …