1953 Cadillac Series 62
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Sporting an aircraft-inspired look with a shimmering chrome front grille and all kinds of exuberant body lines, these Cadillacs were built for wealthy post-World War II Americans looking to ride in style. Today, the same statement can be made in this totally restored and show-ready Series 62 Coupe de Ville. The exterior starts with a correct Cadillac 'Tunis Blue'/Cream roof paintjob, re-plated chrome and polished stainless steel. New glass has been installed all around and a tinted front windshield will keep you staring straight ahead while envious onlookers squint to see the lucky son-of-a-gun driving this 1953 Caddy! Open the massive all-steel hood and it gets interesting: a modified 500 CID V8 engine, which some of you might remember was used in later model Cadillacs from the 1970's, features a 4bbl carburetor, power brakes, power steering and air conditioning. According to the seller, this 1953 Cadillac is a 'factory air' car but the unit installed is aftermarket R-134. A Turbo-Hydramatic 3-speed automatic transmission keeps the wheels turning through a Ford 9' rear end. You'll like the way this car handles, stops and steers too with its Pontiac Firebird subframe, 4-wheel disc brakes and new radial whitewall tires. The inside of this...