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As World War II came to an end, Cadillac turned its attention to producing cars again. Development began immediately on the first all-new postwar Cadillac, led by the Series 61 and 62 models, which shared the all-new GM C-body platform. For 1948, the Cadillac models had a pronounced horizontal styling theme and a pair of subdued tailfins reminiscent of the P-38's twin tails. Both the Series 61 and 62 models had different levels of interior and exterior fittings and trim. The Series 62 was the upscale model, easily identifiable with its stone shields and the lack of chrome rocker moldings. The 1948 models were the last to receive the 346 cubic inch flathead V8 engine, noted for its smoothness and durability.
This Series 62 Convertible Coupe wears an older restoration. It has a new tan Haartz cloth top, excellent brightwork, dual rearview mirrors, full 'sombrero' wheel covers, and a set of period wide whitewall tires. The interior is period correct, featuring leather upholstery equipped with amenities including power window lifts, an AM radio, and an electric clock. Power is from a 346 cubic-inch V8 engine mated to a Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. There are four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes and an impendent front suspension with coil springs.
In 2009, this car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $60,000-$80,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot was sold for the sum of $46,750 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009
This Series 62 Convertible Coupe wears an older restoration. It has a new tan Haartz cloth top, excellent brightwork, dual rearview mirrors, full 'sombrero' wheel covers, and a set of period wide whitewall tires. The interior is period correct, featuring leather upholstery equipped with amenities including power window lifts, an AM radio, and an electric clock. Power is from a 346 cubic-inch V8 engine mated to a Hydra-Matic automatic transmission. There are four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes and an impendent front suspension with coil springs.
In 2009, this car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $60,000-$80,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot was sold for the sum of $46,750 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009
2014 The 7th Annual Auburn Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $90,000
Lot was not sold
2013 RM Auctions - St John's
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $60,000
Sale Price :
USD $55,000
2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $80,000
Sale Price :
USD $46,750
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 62
(Data based on Model Year 1948 sales)
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Club Coupé Sold for USD$43,693 2024 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Custom Chassis#: 486211324 Sold for USD$56,100 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Custom Chassis#: 486211324 Sold for USD$66,000 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 486245275 Sold for USD$165,000 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sold for USD$51,700 2022 Mecum Indy | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sedanette Sold for USD$51,700 2021 Mecum : Chicago | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$71,500 2021 Mecum : Chattanooga | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan Chassis#: 486250783 Sold for USD$14,980 2020 Bonhams : The Autoworld Autumn Sale | |
1942 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan Chassis#: 486209794 Sold for USD$14,300 2019 Mecum : Monterey | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sold for USD$29,000 2019 Spring Carlisle Auction | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Club Coupe Sold for USD$30,800 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Resto Mod Sold for USD$56,100 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Resto Mod Sold for USD$57,200 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 486206794 Sold for USD$57,750 2017 Dragone Lime Rock Park | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM Sold for USD$32,750 2017 Leake Auction - OKC Fairgrounds | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sold for USD$63,250 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sold for USD$72,500 2016 Mecum - Indianapolis | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 Chassis#: 486246941 Sold for USD$18,700 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM SEDANETTE Chassis#: 486204455 Sold for USD$68,200 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 486218792 Sold for USD$49,500 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ |
Cadillac Series 62s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1948 Cadillac Series 62's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1948 Cadillac Series 62 | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $57,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | $47,500 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 486206794 | 2018 Premier Auction Group | $65,000 | ||
1948 Cadillac Convertible Resto Mod | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $85,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Resto Mod | 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | $100,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2016 Mecum : Dallas | ||||
1948 Cadillac Convertible Resto Mod | 2016 Mecum : Harrisburg | $55,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 2016 Mecum Houston | $20,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | $40,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Indianapolis | $50,000 | $100,000 | $125,000 | |
1948 CADILLAC CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE | 486231149 | 2015 BarrettJackson Palm Beach | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Kissimmee | $40,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe | 486219814 | 2014 The 7th Annual Auburn Auction | $75,000 | $90,000 | |
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2014 Auctions America Ft Lauderdale | $43,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Convertible 500/400 HP, Air Ride | 2013 Mecum Dan Mecum's 26th Spring Classic | $115,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Convertible | 2013 Mecum : Indianapolis | $115,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC 62 | 486218792 | 2013 GPK Auction Atlantic City | $72,000 | ||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan 346 CI, Automatic | 2012 Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic Indianapolis | $11,250 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2012 Branson Auction Spring 2012 | $45,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE COUPE | 2011 Auctions America Spring Carlisle | $65,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 486206794 | 2011 Russo & Steele Scottsdale, Arizona | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 | 2010 Mecum Auctions St. Charles Auction | $18,250 | |||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2009 Mecum St. Charles Auction | ||||
1948 Cadillac Series 62 Custom Convertible | 2009 Leake Auctions Tulsa 37th Annual Leake Auto Auction QuikTrip Center | $80,000 | |||
1948 Cadillac Convertible Series 62 | 2004 The Florida Collector Car Auction | $27,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $31,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 2002 Kruse Auction Scottsdale, AZ (Rawhide) | $43,500 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Santa Clara, CA | $41,000 | |||
1948 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $48,000 |
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