Series 62. 160 bhp, 331 cu. in. overhead valve V-8 engine, Hydra-Matic automatic transmission, independent front suspension, live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel drum brakes. Wheelbase: 126"

- AACA Junior and Senior, 2002

- Senior Award Winner, Cadillac LaSalle Club

- Frame-up restoration by AACA judge

Although Cadillac designs are most often remembered for their radical departure from convention, by the end of the 1950s, notable styling revisions were introduced in the earlier part of the decade as well. For 1950, Cadillacs were redesigned with lower and sleeker contours, long rear decks, sweeping front fenders and a broken rear fender line. The egg crate grille became even larger, and the hood extended out further than before. A one-piece windshield, round parking lights and long tailfin rear fenders with imitation chrome air slots rounded out the new-for-1950 Cadillac Series 61 and 62 line of cars. While both series lacked rocker panel moldings and quarter panel underscores, the Series 62 was in part differentiated by the presence of rear Ventipanes. Additionally, hydraulic window lifts and a Hydra-Matic transmission were made standard on Series 62.

Offered here is a very nice Series 62 Convertible in maroon with a medium shale/beige leather interior and a tan cloth top with a correct rear window. It is powered by a 331-cubic inch V-8 engine mated to a Hydra-Matic transmission. It features power windows and a power seat and includes an AM radio as well as a spare tire and jack. This convertible has been restored by an AACA judge from the frame up and is reportedly in very good condition. Since then, the Cadillac has won AACA Junior and Senior awards in 2002 as well as a Senior Award from the Cadillac LaSalle Club (badge #472). It has been driven just over 5,000 miles since restoration.

The Convertible Coupe was certainly one of the more desirable variants in the Series 62 line. At a price of $3,654, it was somewhat more affordable than the venerable Fleetwood but remained quite rare, as only 6,986 examples were ever produced for 1950. By comparison, nearly 42,000 Series 62 Sedans were built. These 1950 Cadillacs ushered in a decade of innovation that led to the extravagance of the latter part of the 1950s. A Convertible Coupe like this one should be driven and enjoyed with pride for years to come.