If this 1962 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan is all the seller claims, it is an extraordinary classic. It presents superbly and is said to be a true survivor, with a genuine 24,350 miles on its odometer. It is a luxury car that will effortlessly draw crowds and admiring glances, but cars of this caliber invariably come at a high price. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting this beautiful Cadillac listed here on Craigslist in Dix Hills, New York. The seller set their price at $44,500 for a classic needing nothing but a new home.
The Seventh Generation of Cadillac’s Series 62 arrived on showroom floors for the 1961 model year. Although the latest model was dramatically restyled, Cadillac was one of the last manufacturers to completely discard the fins that defined its models at the end of the 1950s. However, those on the Seventh Generation were far smaller and less radical, giving cars like this 1962 example quite a classy appearance. The seller has been its custodian for over twenty-five years, and its overall presentation suggests it has been cherished and treated respectfully. The Ebony paint possesses an incredible depth of color and shine, providing the impression that you could walk into it. This paint shade is excellent for exposing dings and dents, but the images indicate that this beauty is as laser-straight as the seller claims. There is no evidence of rust, and with typically prone areas free from surface corrosion, it appears this Caddy is rock-solid. The sparkling trim perfectly contrasts the dark paint, and the tinted glass is clear.
If this Cadillac is as original as the seller states, the interior condition seemingly supports the mileage claim. Trimmed in Black and White, it appears beyond criticism. The upholstered surfaces are wear-free, as is the carpet. The dash and pad are spotless, and the bright trim retains a winning shine. Even the wheel, an item that can age, shows no evidence of wear or cracks. However, it isn’t all about looks; the interior features power windows, a power front seat, the Autronic Eye, a clock, and a pushbutton radio.
Weight is typically the enemy of performance, and with this Caddy tipping the scales at around 4,800 lbs, it required something special under the hood if progress was to be anything but glacial. Cadillac came to the party, bolting a 390ci V8 under the hood, producing 325hp and 430 ft/lbs of torque. It handed shifting duties to a four-speed automatic transmission, while power steering and power brakes were standard features. Big and heavy it might be, but this Sedan would be surprisingly energetic off the line. However, it would shine on the open road, wafting along effortlessly while allowing occupants to survey the passing scenery in splendid isolation. The seller doesn’t mention evidence verifying the mileage claim, but the car’s condition makes it plausible. The car runs and drives perfectly, allowing the buyer to fly in and drive it home.
With life’s pace seemingly becoming more frantic with each passing day, the lure to step back, draw a deep breath, and relax is becoming increasingly important. Enthusiasts will confirm that doing so behind the wheel of a beloved classic is a wonderful way to unwind. If your leanings are towards luxury models, this 1962 Cadillac Series 62 could be an ideal candidate. The seller’s price is well above the market average, but if potential buyers can confirm its history, it could be one of the best examples on the planet. That makes it worth a closer look. Do you agree?
My father and grandfather and uncle’s all owned Cadillacs. They even owned Lincolns too. I loved those cars and the many drives we took anywhere the road took us.
This is spectacular! I don’t think this price is excessive at all. For this condition it’s worth it. My only drawback would be no factory AC. I’d love to add this to my other Caddy’s but no AC in Atlanta is a big negative. Someone’s gonna get a great ride!
The “old man”( Richard Harrison Sr.) who died in 2018, on the show Pawn Stars is shown with a car just like this. Aside from a funeral home, I never saw a black Caddy, and GM had such beautiful colors, I never understood why someone would want a car with no color. I’m no Caddy expert, but read this was what was called a “4 window sedan”, and their biggest seller. This was on the lower end, and at just over $5 grand, not the most expensive US car, that was Lincoln, and $5 grand in ’62 was out of reach for many, making $1.73/hr. Which is why when that person finally DID get that Caddy, like my old man, it was a big deal.
Today, Cadillac has joined the “jelly bean” crowd, and meh, but this automobile right here, was the epitome of American travel. Standard of the world.