Powered by a 346-cubic-inch V-8 and styled by legendary GM designer Harley Earl, the ’41 Series 62 is one of Cadillac’s more beautifully executed cars.
The opportunity to pilot a classic piece of American iron was one I leapt at when the opportunity hit my inbox, but once I was actually moments away from sliding behind the Caddy's comically large steering wheel, the thought crept into my mind of balling up a car that's about to be auctioned off for more than $100,000.
Chrome trim pieces are screwed into the Series 62's dark wood dash. The pushbutton radio looks as though you could pull it out and place it on a shelf as a museum piece, and it's framed by the speedo and a clock. The Series 62 convertible was only available as a Deluxe model, and as such, it incorporated high-style touches including rear fender skirts, wheel trim, and other decorative flair.
It wasn't all rainbows and unicorns. The transmission is fussy, especially when attempting to downshift. Hit the brakes with any force and you're liable to hit the skids. And I'm not sure I'd be super excited to drive this car on a freeway. But those misgivings are expected with a car of this vintage. The Series 62, like any machine of its time period, needs to be driven in a different way: deliberately, and with care.
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