Cadillac series 62

The Fisher Series 62 bodywork replaced the Cadillac Series 61 at the lowest level in 1940. The low, sleek body of the Torpedo included chrome window trim, a more inclined windshield, and curved rear windows. The C-body platform, which the 1940 Cadillac Series 62 received together with Buick Roadmaster and Super, Oldsmobile Series 90 and Pontiac Torpedo, received a new interior, the interior became 13 cm wider; the car itself was 5-8 cm lower. The gearbox moved from the floor to the steering column, so the 6-seater saloon became even more comfortable. These changes were obviously influenced by the Cadillac Sixty Special . A feature that distinguishes all Cadillacs V-8 is the grille. Despite the fact that it had the same shapes as in 1939, the edges of the lattice became heavier, they became smaller. Rectangular grilles appeared on both sides of the hood, divided into 2 parts. Running boards were a free option. The Series 62 was available in coupe or sedan bodies; 2-door and 4-door convertibles were introduced mid-year. Sales totaled 5,903 units, representing 45% of Cadillac sales.

In 1941, the front of the hood, which received side panels and expanded toward the wings, sank lower. Rectangular grilles on the sides of the hood became single. The rectangular radiator grill became wider, more vertical and bulged in the middle. Rectangular marker lights were integrated into the upper corners of the grille. Headlights were now integrated into the bow of the wings, and recessed fog lights were located under the headlights. Three chrome spears appeared on the back of all four wings. Rear wing skirts have become standard. The Series 62 4-door convertible was produced until 1941; it was the last 4-door convertible in Cadillac history. All Cadillacs were equipped with the same 5.7 liters. L-head V8 of the same year, with an increase in power to 150 liters. with. (112 kW).

Sales more than quadrupled, to 24,734, which accounted for 37% of Cadillac sales that year, more than double the previous record of 1926-27, in particular due to the enormous popularity of the new Cadillac Series 61. Obviously , the new low streamlined body "Torpedo" without steps and with a spacious interior was a hit. The following year, model sales declined due to World War II; since then, sales of those models have not risen so high.

In 1942, the grill became more massive and with even fewer ribs. The side lights became round, the fog lights became rectangular, and were moved to the grille area. A bullet-shaped emblem appeared on top of the bumper. The wings rounded and lengthened, heavy moldings appeared on them on the sides. The front wings expanded to the front doors, and the rear to the rear. A new ventilation system with air ducts running from the grill replaced fans on the dashboard. The hand brake lever has also been replaced by a t-shaped pull handle. The radiator valve that controls the temperature of the engine has been replaced with a blocking thermostat in the water return system in the radiator.

In 1946, Series 62 used the same GM C-body platform, as did the Cadillac Sixty Special, Buick Super, Buick Roadmaster and Oldsmobile 98. The notchback was typical of those cars, like the Club Coupe fastback. This was a hallmark of the Series 62 coupe from the 61 series, because both had no side moldings on the doors, side windows were lower than the rest, and window moldings surrounded each window individually, and not around everyone. Series 62 sedan received window vents on the front and rear windows. It was also the first Cadillac to go into production after World War II. The interior and technical features were similar to those on the Cadillac Series 61, but the interior was more luxurious.

in the 1947 model year there were almost no changes. Sales, however, reached a record 39,835, accounting for more than 64% of all Cadillacs sold.

In 1948, Series 62 was transferred to a 3200 mm chassis from Series 61, resulting in almost identical vehicles. The main difference, in addition to additional chrome, was the availability of a convertible version. Also distinguishing features were a corrugated metal shield from gravel on the front wing, a V-shaped chrome dash below the rear lights and a slightly richer interior finish; side moldings were now on the doors. Also in 1948, tail fins were added for the first time. Sales fell to 34,213, however, they accounted for a record 68% of all Cadillacs sold.

The new Cadillac OHV V8 engine was great news for 1949, but otherwise the changes were minor. This is 5.4 liters. the engine produced 160 liters. with. (119 kW). The main difference between the 61 and 62 series with similar bodies was minor trim variations. The most expensive trim levels, which had front wing protection against gravel and side moldings, have not changed. The V-shaped chrome dash under the rear lights disappeared. The convertible was an exclusive offer. Heater has become optional. Sales hit a record 55,643.

The Cadillac Series 62 Coupe de Ville was introduced at the end of the 1949 model year. Together with the Buick Roadmaster Riviera and Oldsmobile 98 Holiday, he was one of the first rack-free hardtops ever created. With a price of $ 3496, it cost only a dollar less than the Series 62 convertible; like a convertible, it had standard power windows. It was luxuriously finished, had leather upholstery and chrome arcs around the perimeter of the upper part of the car.

In 1950 there were major changes. The car became lower and sleeker, the hood lengthened, the windshield now consisted of 1 part. Hydramatic transmission has become the standard. The Series 61 was again on a shortened wheelbase of 3099 mm. Sales set another record - 59,818 units.

A full-length chrome line appeared on the 1951 model, in addition, the Coupe de Ville was now with a significantly improved finish and had the inscription “Coupe de Ville” on the rear pillars. Sales accounted for 81,844, or more than 74% of all Cadillacs.

In 1952, in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Cadillac, a V-shape hood and a gold emblem were introduced. Series 62 sedan also had a higher rear trunk contour, which led to an additional amount of luggage space. The upper taillights combined with the taillights and were now standard equipment. The strip coming from the grille was changed again, now it stretched from the bottom of each headlamp and went through the wings. A winged golden emblem appeared on the rear of the hood. Under the rear bumper of all Cadillacs, dual exhaust pipes appeared. Above the gilded V-shaped emblem, a chrome ridge was now mounted. New standard features included a self-winding watch, improved turn indicators, anti-glare mirrors, stannat-treated pistons, and a four-chamber carburetor. Power 5.4 l. engine increased to 190 liters. with. (142 kW). Sales fell to 70,255, but along with Series 61, Series 62 sales accounted for a record 78% of all Cadillacs.

In Series 62 of 1953, the radiator grille with a heavy built-in bumper and heavy jumpers was redesigned, the position lights were repositioned under the headlights, chrome "eyebrows" of the side lights; the rear window was now without a dividing strip. The rims were made in a new attractive circular style. The new Series 62 was easily recognizable by its meshless rear fenders, the thin metal at the lower rear of the car, and its ridges and V-shaped emblems on the hood and trunk lid. The Club Coupe version has disappeared. The Series 62 two-door were either hardtops (including the Coupe de Ville) or convertibles. Another famous name appeared in 1953. The best version, the Eldorado, was one of three special convertibles manufactured by General Motors in 1953, the other two were Oldsmobile Fiesta 98 ​​and Buick Skylark Roadmaster. The luxury Eldorado convertible was produced in a limited edition, and ultimately became its own series of cars. It featured a full range of luxury accessories, including wire wheels, and it featured a streamlined rounded windshield, which was later inherited by other Cadillacs. Sales set a new record - 85,446 units.

The Series 62 has a lower sleek body, a new “honeycomb” grille, “inverted gull wings” on the front bumper and Dagmar conical bumpers . A double round tailpipe was included in the vertical expansion of the bumper, so the rear bumper was completely redesigned. The streamlined windshield in the Eldorado style could be seen on all models. On sedans, a special style of window moldings was used, which created the effect of a sun visor. On the coupe, a smoothly curved streamlined rear window created a backlight effect called the Florentine. The wide damper of the ventilation system now stretched from the base of the windshield on all bodies; chrome visor headlights brightly emphasized the car. The Series 62 was easy to distinguish due to the lack of a hatch on the rear wings. The V-shaped emblem and crest were still on the hood; the entire body was accentuated with full-length shiny chrome. Coupe de Ville could be distinguished by the rear corners of the racks, which also had wide moldings. On Eldorado, the crest was golden; a wide corrugated panel adorned the bottom of the rear bumper. These panels were made of extruded aluminum, and she also appeared on one unique Eldorado coupe built for Reynolds Aluminum Corporation. In addition, the Eldorado coupe had monograms on the door, wheels with wires, as well as interior trim with the Cadillac emblem on the seats to order. Automatic wipers, power steering, a 12-volt electric system and aluminum alloy pistons were on the long list of standard equipment in early 1954. The parking brake handle was highlighted, which was new for that time.

In 1955, the grille was changed with a large space between the blades and the parking lights, transferred under the headlights. The moldings on the sides of the body formed a right angle with a vertical strip on the tailgate and wings. They hid the places where metal sheets joined. Rear window with the effect of "Florentine" is now used on sedans. Three chrome moldings bordered on the rear license plate on both sides. The Coupe de Ville had a gold nameplate in the upper body on the rear pillars. The sports coupe Eldorado had additional options, such as wide chrome moldings for the entire length of the body, the characteristic design of the rear wing, with two round rear lights and pointed flat tail fins. Tubeless tires were Cadillac's new standard feature. Sales reached a record 118,190, accounting for almost 84% of all Cadilllac sales.

In 1956, a new radiator grille appeared, with thin textured inserts, there was a repositioning of the marker lights under the bumpers. Buyers were given the opportunity to leave the standard matte grille or complement it with gold trim. The Cadillac plate was on the left side. Thin chrome moldings and nine vertical dampers also appeared. The Coupe de Ville had a plate and a Cadillac crest on the sides of the front wings. The Coupe de Ville was joined by the Sedan de Ville, the first 4-door hardtop Cadillac. Like the Coupe de Ville, it had a more expensive and luxurious finish than the standard Series 62 sedan. They sold 41,732, and the sedan de Ville easily surpassed the sales of the Series 62 sedan in its first year. Taking into account commercial success, Cadillac moved the Coupe de Ville and Sedan de Ville to their separate series of cars in 1959 - Series 6300, later (in 1964) they will be joined by a convertible De Ville. Eldorado also received a new body - a 2-door hardtop called the Seville. The nameplate Eldorado appeared on the grille. An additional option for the Eldorado convertible, known as the Biarritz, was ribbed chrome moldings extending from the windshield to the rear pillar, and flat, pointed rear fins; all this was to distinguish Eldorado from Seville.

Series 62 sales of 134,502 units broke all records in 1956, accounting for a record 86.4% of all Cadillacs sold. Of these, 66,818 were De Ville and 6050 were Eldorado.

In 1957, a tubular X-frame was introduced without side moldings. This led to greater structural rigidity and improved the lower body without loss of usable space. The front of the car was marked with rubber bumpers and double round headlights mounted at the bottom of the bumper. The side trim was revised, rear double lights appeared. The standard Series 62 had shiny metal moldings in front of the rear wheels, they stood out with seven horizontal slots. The upper end of the bumpers joined the horizontal molding, which stretched along the conical rear and expanded to the rear lights. A crest appeared in front of the angular hind fins. De Ville had special nameplates on the front wings. On the Series 62 Eldorado (unlike the Series 70 Eldorado Brougham ), the model name above the V-shaped rear bumper and the ornament on the front wings stood out. The rear wing and the contour of the bumpers were trimmed with a wide stainless steel panel. There were also “shark” fins directed towards the rear of the car. The three-piece form of the front bumper was another exclusive feature of the Series 62 Eldorado, which appeared with a long list of standard car equipment. The new generation was complemented by a sub-series, the Eldorado Seville 4-door sedan, but only four were actually sold, and it was canceled the following year.

In 1958, a new radiator grill appeared with the participation of several round “bars” at the intersection of horizontal and vertical elements. The radiator grill became wider, and new bumper jumpers were now located below the parking lights. New dual headlights and small chrome fins appeared that adorned the front fenders. Caudal fins were less pronounced, their finish was revised. The word Cadillac in block letters appeared on the fins of the base models. On the sides of the car there were five horizontal slots in front of the rear wheels, horizontal moldings of the front wings with ridges were located above the trailing edge. The convertible and De Ville used hard metal trim on the bottom of the conical bumper, while other models had thin ribbing moldings in the same place. On Series 62 Eldorado, a V-shaped ornament and model identification plate were mounted on the hood. The Series 62 Eldorado also had ten vertical chevron slots in front of the rear wheels and a crest in front of the tail fins. A wide bezel adorned the lower rear on all Series 62 Eldorado, with wheel extensions extending along the threshold of the body. The standard equipment on all Series 62 was the same as the previous year. New was the extended Series 62 sedan hood, which, along with the Series 62 Sedan de Ville, was 21 centimeters larger than the regular 4-door Series 62, and the special Series 62 Eldorado Seville was the only one actually built. Excluding export models and chassis, Series 62 beat all records - it was produced in nine bodies this year. The infamous Cadillac air suspension has become optional. The following year, De Ville and Eldorado were singled out in their lineup.

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  1957 Cadillac Series 62

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  1957 Cadillac Series 62 Interior

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  1957 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe de Ville

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  1957 Cadillac Series 62 Eldorado Seville

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  1958 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe

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  1958 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan de Ville

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  1958 Cadillac Series 62 Eldorado Biarritz

The 1959 Cadillac is remembered for its huge sharp tail fins with double bullet-shaped tail lights, two different roof and pillar configurations, a new radiator grille and a new hood cover. In 1959, Series 62 was renamed Series 6200. De Ville and the 2-door Eldorado were transferred from Series 62 to their separate series - 6300 and 6400 respectively, although all of them, including the 4-door Eldorado Brougham (which was moved from Series 62 to Series 6900), had the same wheelbase - 3302 mm. The power of the 6.4 liter engine was about 325 liters. with. The Series 6200 was identified by straight moldings that ran from the front wheels to the rear bumper, with badges under the spears. On the rear bumper has its own grille. Standard equipment with brake booster, power steering, automatic transmission, backup lamps, wipers, two-speed wipers, rims, outside rear view mirror, conventional mirror and oil filter. The convertible had power windows and power seats (moving forward and backward). Regular skirts covered the wings of the rear wheels; The 4-door version was available in 4 or 6 window versions. Together with De Ville and the 2-door Eldorado, sales of the series fell to a modest 70,736, the lowest since the 1950 model year.

The 1960 Series 6200 had a smoother, more restrained style. General changes included a wide grille, elimination of sharp bridges of the front bumper, chrome trimmings were less commonly used, tail fins with rounded headlights, direction indicator lamps were installed on the front fenders. The 6200 Series was characterized by a simple skirt of wings, thin spears for three quarters of the body length and ridges and Cadillac inscriptions on the short horizontal stripes of the wings of the front bumper located behind the headlights. 4- and 6-window sedans were offered as before. Signs of the old version were all-in-one streamlined lights and a flat roof, while the new one had a sloping rear window and a roof. Technical stuffing included drum brakes and an X-frame design. The interior was made in the colors of Fawn, blue or gray Cortina Cord; turquoise, green, Persian sand; or black with Florentine vinyl. Convertibles were upholstered in Florentine leather in one or two tones or Cardiff monochromatic leather combinations.

Cadillac restyled and reengineered the model for 1961. The new radiator grill became more inclined towards the bumper and hood, walked along a horizontal line, and ended between double headlights. There are new oblique front struts with not streamlined glass. The revised backlight had angular lines with thin pillars on some models and a heavy roof on others. Standard equipment included a brake booster, power steering, automatic transmission, dual rear lights, windshield washers, dual speed wipers, rims, simple side skirts, an outside rearview mirror, a mirror and an oil filter. Rubberized front and rear springs replaced the problematic air suspension system. The four-barrel induction system became the only one when choosing a power supply, since the double exhaust was no longer available.

Easy facelift is characterized by Cadillac style trends in 1962. A flat grid appeared with a thick horizontal column in the center and thinner shaded inserts. The ribbed panel with chrome trim, which was higher than the front wheel in 1961, has now been replaced with standard side lights, the front jumpers and badges identifying the model have been eliminated. A more massive front bumper with tips and rectangular side lights appeared. The rear lights were now housed in a vertical gondola with an angled tip in the middle. There was a vertical ribbed rear panel on the latch of the trunk lid. The inscription Cadillac also appeared on the lower left side of the grille. The hardtop Town Sedan with a short hood, replacing the Sedan de Ville Park Avenue in the Series 6300, was moved to the Series 6200. In addition, all Cadillac models with a short hood turned from 6-window sedans in 1961 to 4-window sedans in 1962 and 1963 year. Town Sedan was discontinued in 1963, only 4900 units were sold (Series 62 had a total sale of 134572 units), despite the fact that the Park Avenue Sedan de Ville sold even less, 4175 (out of 150 882 De Ville). Standard equipment included all the equipment of last year, plus remote control of the outside rearview mirror, five tubeless wheels with black tires, a heater and a defroster, and front side lights. With plenty of insulation on the floor and with a firewall, the ride has become even more comfortable.

In absolute terms, the 1963 Cadillac was essentially the same as last year. The exterior began to look bolder and more determined. The bonnet and bonnet were revised. The front wings extended almost 11 mm forward, and the tail fins were slightly trimmed to provide a lower profile. Side sculpting has been completely eliminated. The slightly V-shaped radiator grille has become taller and now includes external extensions that extend below the twin headlights. Among these extensions were less rounded front position lamps. In total, the car had 143 options, including sports seats with wool, leather or nylon as upholstery and veneer on the dashboard, doors and seats, so he set a kind of record in interior design. Standard equipment was the same as in the previous year. Convertibles were equipped with additional features. The engine was completely changed, although the volume and power remained the same - a 6.4-liter unit with 325 liters. with. (242 kW).

Even less significant changes were in 1964. A bi-angled radiator grill appeared, which was formed V-shaped on both (vertical and horizontal) planes. The main horizontal grill was now around the entire body. External extensions of the grill panel again included side and side lights. For the 17th consecutive year, Cadillac tail fins with a new, thin, sharp design continued the tradition. The biggest change was the new V8. The equipment was for the most part the same as in 1963. Comfortable controls, a fully automatic heating and air conditioning system with a thermostat control system on the dashboard, were presented for the first time in history. Convertible is no longer available. The new 7-liter engine had 340 liters. with. (253.5 kW). In its last year, only 35,079 pieces of Series 62 were sold, the smallest number since 1946 and just over a quarter of its sales record in 1956.

Series 62 was renamed Calais in 1965.