General description :
Now for sale in our Houston Showroom is the classic 1955 Cadillac Series 62. The Cadillac Series 62 was originally designed to replace the entry level Series 65. This beautiful 1954 Cadillac Series 62, looks original to the tea. The chrome is all in great shape, and accents the green exterior very well. The body is straight, solid, and the matched with a tan vinyl interior, that is as comfortable as it is clean. Powered by the original 331 CID V8 engine and a 3-speed automatic transmission, driving this luxurious Cadillac Series 62 is a pleasure. The power steering makes handling the full size, four door Cadillac Series 62 a breeze, and the power brakes have no problem stopping big body Caddy in a hurry. This classic Cadillac will get every bit of attention it deserves, no matter where you are. Moving to the interior you will notice it has been left all original and remains in great shape. The gauges and instruments are in working condition. The AC will keep you, and your passengers cool when out for a summer drive as well. From the carpet to the headliner all the upholstery is in great shape with no major rips or tears. This Fourth Generation Cadillac Series 62 will make a wonderful addition to any collection. Some additional features include: A/C, power brakes, power steering, power windows, power locks, and AM/FM Radio. To see all the HD pictures and video please go to http://gatewayclassiccars.com/houston/1955/cadillac/series-62-S1038.html. For even more information on this 1955 Cadillac Series 62 located in our Houston showroom come by and see us or contact the showroom at (832)243-6220 or email the showroom at Houston@GatewayClassicCars.com
Cadillac was founded in 1902 from the Henry Ford Company by Henry Leland and named the company after Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, founder of Detroit, later to become 'the Automotive capital of the USA'. / Motor city.
First is an attribute closely related to Cadillac's early years;
First to incorporate standardized parts production and thus awarded the Dewar Trophy for the most important advancement of the year in the automobile industry in 1908
First to enable electric starting, ignition, and lighting in 1912
First with clashless Synchro-Mesh manual transmission in 1928
First mass-produced fully automatic transmission, Hydra-Matic, in 1941
After the war Cadillac's emphasis turned to flashy desing peaking in 1959 when they introduced the model renown for its 'Flash Gordon-isque' tailfins.