This 1955 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible is beautifully restored,

　　luxurious convertible that is ready for some serious summer

　　cruising! In 1955, Cadillac introduced only modest styling changes

　　to its Series 62 model such as a refined grille design with wider

　　spaces between the blades and relocating the parking lights to be

　　situated directly below the headlights. Nonetheless, Cadillacs

　　sales soared to heights never seen before by General Motors most

　　luxurious marque. In fact, virtually the entire American automotive

　　industry was booming in 1955 which surely contributed to Cadillacs

　　success. However, Cadillac had positioned itself atop its primary

　　competitors such as Lincoln/Continental, who would debut their

　　flagship Mark II the following year, and Packard, who debuted their

　　first V8 engine in 55 and would essentially be out of business the

　　following year. Cadillac had built a sterling reputation as the

　　purveyor of the most elegant and finest automobiles with many

　　believing that the owner of a Cadillac had achieved perhaps the

　　highest status in society. In 1955, Cadillacs model lines were

　　divided into essentially two distinct lines, the daily drivers

　　consisting of the Series 62 and the sportier Eldorado, and the more

　　professionally-inclined Series 60 and Series 75 Fleetwoods aimed at

　　chauffeured-driven buyers. Put another way, the owners of Series

　　62s and Eldorados wanted to enjoy Cadillacs outstanding driving

　　experience themselves, whereas the Fleetwoods were likely piloted

　　by a chauffeur with the owner sitting in back. While the Eldorado

　　was the most expensive of the consumer-minded Cadillacs, the Series

　　62 Convertible was the second-most expensive model. In total, a

　　mere 8,150 Series 62 Convertibles were produced which makes this

　　particular example quite a rare piece of 50s Americana. Under the

　　hood on this 55 Cadillac Convertible is a Numbers Matching 331

　　Cubic Inch V8 engine fed by a single 4 barrel carburetor that

　　together were said to have produced 250 horsepower when new. The

　　331 V8 is backed by a Hydra-Matic Automatic transmission, ensuring

　　that just about anybody can take this baby for a spin around the

　　block. Exhaust exits the 331 Cadillac powerplant via a dual exhaust

　　setup that generates a wonderful throaty sound out the rear. Loaded

　　with options, the 1955 Cadillac Sixty-Two exudes luxury! With power

　　steering, maneuvering in and out of a tight space a the local car

　　show or drive-in feels almost effortless. Power brakes are another

　　welcome addition on this nearly 4,600+ pound Cadillac Convertible

　　since it makes stopping a lot easier. The black cloth power

　　convertible top is in fantastic condition, raising and lowering

　　with the simple flick of a switch. Riding on a set of wide

　　whitewall bias-ply tires mounted on chrome wire wheels with

　　Cadillac crest center caps, this 55 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible

　　has an outstanding look cruising down the road. The body is

　　accented with gorgeous chrome and anodized gold-colored trim, and

　　it has been refinished in beautiful Alpine White paint that

　　completes the exterior look of the car. The interior of this 1955

　　Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe is absolutely stunning! The

　　front and rear bench seats have been correctly reupholstered in red

　　leather. The interior is decked out with fantastic options as well!

　　The front bench seat is also power adjustable so that nearly

　　anybody can feel comfortable behind the wheel. All four power

　　windows look and work great, raising and lowering with the simple

　　flick of a switch. The upholstered door panels, red carpeting,

　　padded dash, and steering wheel, all look to be in fantastic

　　condition and appear to remain in their stock configuration.

　　Sitting atop the dash as well is an Autronic eye which is a super

　　cool 50s novelty. The instrument cluster is equipped with a 110 MPH

　　speedometer, temperature gauge, and fuel gauge. The dash is

　　finished off with a center-mounted push-button radio, clock, and

　　locking glovebox. Whether youre buying your first classic car or

　　youre adding to your existing collection of 50s cruisers, this

　　1955 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible would make an excellent choice.

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　　*Numbers Matching 331 Cu. In. V8

　　*Single 4 Barrel Carburetor

　　*Hydra-Matic Automatic

　　*Power Brakes

　　*Power Steering

　　*Black Cloth Power Convertible Top

　　*Alpine White Exterior

　　*Correct Red Leather Interior

　　*Power Windows Seat

　　*Autronic Eye

　　*Stock Instrumentation

　　*Odometer Reads: 3,347 Miles

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