After wearing some of the most prominent tail fins in automotive history during the previous year, the Cadillac Series 62 got a redesign to begin the seventh generation of production in 1960. While the styling was more subdued than its predecessor, it still looked beautiful in both two-door and four-door forms, just with a lower rear section. The owner of this 1962 Cadillac had a really good vision in mind, but unfortunately, in his three years of ownership, the sedan has yet to be touched, so the wise decision has been made to get this one into the hands of someone with the time and skills to get it back on the road. Barn Finds reader T.J. spotted this one here on Facebook Marketplace in Hillsboro, Kentucky, and we’d like to thank him for providing the tip here! So far, the asking price of $3,500 hasn’t found a taker.
What the seller had in mind here made sense, which was to remove the original powerplant and install an LS engine in its place. Unfortunately, the 390 in the bay is locked up, and while unsticking and rebuilding it isn’t necessarily a bad idea, a more modern transformation seemed like a good way to move forward here. It’ll ultimately be up to the buyer to decide whether to try to keep this one as mechanically original as possible, or to do something entirely different. There’s no information about the transmission’s condition, but I’ve got a hunch it would probably benefit from some refreshing as well.
The Caddy is said to have come from the New Mexico and West Texas territory, with the car described as remaining extremely solid. However, the sheet metal isn’t completely rust-free, as a few close-up photos show corrosion on the left front fender, under the dealer tag behind the trunk lid, and near the bottom of the fenders. Fortunately, most of this seems repairable, so hopefully, none of the panels will require replacement. Another option is to just get this one running first, then enjoy driving it for a while with the patina before doing anything cosmetically outside.
Looking inside, the buyer will face both good and bad news, with the strong floors certainly a positive. The instruments also appear to be decently preserved, but, like many Western cars, the dashboard is cracked from years of sitting in the hot sun. New padding and upholstery will be a must for the front seat, but it’s power assisted, and this one’s also equipped with factory air conditioning. There’s a lot to be done here, but with the fairly solid metal, this one might turn into a rewarding restoration. Is this 1962 Cadillac Series 62 a luxury sedan you’d consider taking on as a project?
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