160 bhp, 331 cu. in. OHV V-8 engine, four-speed Hydra-Matic transmission, coil spring independent front suspension, live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 126"

• From the Karl Blade Collection

• Spectacular total mechanical and cosmetic restoration

• Multiple AACA Hershey Show award-winner

In 1950, Cadillac finally surpassed Packard for good in sales to virtually own the American luxury market for several generations. The same year, Cadillac also boosted its performance image when Briggs Cunningham entered a new, stock-appearing 1950 Cadillac coupe in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France and finished tenth overall—a performance unmatched by any other production luxury car—tearing down the Mulsanne Straight at around 120 mph and averaging 81.5 mph for the entire event.

In 1950, the entry-level Cadillac was the Series 61, available as a four-door sedan or a club coupe. If one wanted a Coupe deVille hardtop or a convertible, it was necessary to order the upscale Series 62, and most customers did, although only 6,986 opted for the soft-top version.

The 1950 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible offered here was restored to its current spectacular condition by noted Cadillac experts FEN Enterprises of Wappingers Falls, New York. They credit the car with a Hershey AACA First Place Junior Award, a Hershey AACA First Place Senior Award and a Hershey AACA First Place. Like all of the cars being offered from the Karl Blade collection, this beautiful Cadillac is reportedly a joy to drive.