1942 Cadillac Series 60 Special Convertible Sedan

This one-off Cadillac was designed by GM styling guru Harley Earl, and following its completion is said to have been used by his family. Any American vehicle produced in 1942 is rare since the manufacture of civilian cars was halted in order to support the war effort. Additionally, this car is a custom-bodied car designed and built by GM styling staff and so it becomes even more significant.

The build sheet for the car states that a 1942 Cadillac 60 Special chassis was shipped to Mr. H.J. Earl at GM Styling on 12/31/1941. It was cloaked in a luxurious dual cowl convertible, with a hydraulic window, center divider window, removable cowl section with a v-shaped windshield, unique hood ornament, altered grille, fog lamps, automatic transmission, and the first fins to appear on a Cadillac.

The car can change character from a fully enclosed, divided sedan to a top down fully opened dual cowl phaeton, suitable for touring or parade use. The current owner acquired the car in 1984.