1962 Cadillac DeVille

Description1962 CADILLAC DE VILLE The much sought after third generation 1962 Cadillac De Ville is offered here in an attractive red and white exterior, with complimenting red and white interior. Powered by its original workhorse 390 ci engine, originally rated at 229 hp was rebuilt a few years ago. The transmission is the original 4 speed automatic. The De Ville is loaded with all the typical Cadillac features and conveniences. No evidence of body damages and being a long-term local California car. No corrosion or rust found. All chrome and glass are in good condition. Clear California title with current registration. Cadillac was restyled and re-engineered for 1961 followed by a mild facelift characterized Cadillac styling trends for 1962. A flatter grille with a thicker horizontal center bar and more delicate cross-hatched insert appeared. Ribbed chrome trim panel, seen ahead of the front wheel housings in 1961, were now replaced with cornering lamps and front fender model and series identification badges were eliminated. More massive front bumper end pieces appeared and housed rectangular parking lamps. At the rear, tail lamps were now housed in vertical nacelles designed with an angled peak at the center. A vertically ribbed rear beauty panel appeared on the deck lid latch panel. Cadillac script also appeared on the lower left side of the radiator grille. In addition, Cadillac models went from being 6-window sedans in 1961 to 4-window sedans in 1962 and 1963. Standard equipment included all of the previous year's equipment plus remote controlled outside rearview mirror, five tubeless black wall tires, heater and defroster and front cornering lamps. Cadillac refined the ride and quietness, with more insulation in the floor and behind the firewall. DeVille sales as a separate series exceeded their sales level as a trim level for the first time ever at 71,883 units, or nearly 45% of Cadillac's total sales. ***If you are viewing this on Facebook, be sure to visit our website to view all photos. (www.amclassiccars.com)*** Read More