General Motors’ designers began work on the new 1958 models as early as 1955, at a time when “chrome was king” and the American economy was still roaring along on the strength of post-war dominance. It is no surprise that the 1958 models were the most glitzy and audacious that GM had ever produced, with chrome especially lavished upon the top-of-the-line Cadillacs, stretched over 129.5-inch-wheelbase chassis and powered by robust 365-cubic inch V-8 engines. Unfortunately, by 1958 the economy had declined into a recession, resulting in low sales across the board of these glamorous dreamboats. Among the rare models was the Series 62 Convertible, of which 7,825 were produced.

The car offered here is undoubtedly one of the finest and best-presented Series 62 Convertibles in existence. It is equipped with the “tri-power” V-8 engine, power windows, vent windows, and seat, power top, power trunk release, power antenna, and very rare factory-correct air conditioning. It underwent a complete restoration for the present owner, completed in 2015. The consignor reports that both the engine and transmission have been professionally rebuilt, and that the chrome was restored by the renowned Illinois firm The Finishing Touch, known for its work on many Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance trophy winners. Most of the parts on the car are either restored original components or were replaced with new old-stock components.

The Alpine White beauty took a 1st place at the Cadillac-LaSalle Club Grand National show in Milwaukee in 2015, and 1st place at the 12th Annual Heritage Classic Cadillac Car Show in Lombard, Illinois; it currently holds CLC Senior badge number 885. As one would expect from a show car, it presents absolutely beautifully, in showroom-new condition in all respects, and is ready for continued CLC and concours appearances, as for AACA judging.

As one of the finest examples of its type from the most flamboyant year of “the chrome kings,” this beautiful Cadillac would be an ideal part of any collection of great 1950s convertibles.