It has been written over the years that esthetically, Cadillac was to 1941 what Cord was to 1937 and what Duesenberg was to 1929. So far and reaching was the fame of the 1941 Cadillac in its own time, so remarkably crisp and original its force of style, it has remained through the years one of the most cherished and desirable motorcars. It was a design that demonstrated amazing technical brilliance and considerable imagination. Yet its lines were not radical, unnatural or out of touch with the era. More than any of its contemporaries, it was considered to be state-of-the-art for 1941. This is a car that exerted an incalculable influence on the direction in styling that was to be taken by the American automobile.

On October 1, 1940, Cadillac introduced the six separate series that comprised the 1941 selection. Series 61, 62, 75 and Sixty-Special reappeared in addition to two brand new series, the 63 and 67. With a total of 19 different body styles, this was the most ambitious diversification of models priced below $2,000 that any luxury auto maker had ever presented. All of these models have long since become collector’s items and are as desirable as ever. This particular car is recognized as a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America; certainly a statement in itself.

The Series 62 Convertible Coupe continues to be proclaimed a “flawless work of automotive styling” and is a delight to behold from any given angle. Model year 1941 would be the final year that the Cadillac Convertible Coupe would be seen with a solid rear quarter and marked the final year of availability for the Convertible Sedan.

With a reported 3,100 similar cars produced, this burgundy with tan leather interior example is driven by a 346-cid V-8 engine, which was, at that time, the most powerful V-8 Cadillac engine ever produced. This 150 horsepower unit is paired with a three-speed manual transmission. Other desirable qualities include fender skirts, distinctive bright trim elements, factory steel wheels with whitewall tires, dual spotlights, radio and cabin heater.

In 1941 Cadillac enjoyed a nearly 40-year reign in which the Cadillac crest symbolized to the world that it was the finest automobile that money could build or purchase. This example will give you pause to recall the many reasons why this era of Cadillac is held in such esteem.