1947 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe

Cadillac introduced its 1947 models in January of that year and were mildly updated 1947 models, themselves a modest refreshed version of the pre-war 1942s. Styling updates included changes to the grille and trim, along with more brightwork. The prior rear rubber fender shields were now made of stainless steel, the 'egg create' grille now had one fewer horizontal bars, and parking lights became small round units, unless optional fog lamps were ordered . The large optional 'sombrero-style' wheel covers received their name for their visual similarity to the iconic Mexican hat, with their deep-dish brim and a raised center section with red Cadillac crest.

The Series 62 Convertible and the Series 75 Fleetwoods now came with standard Hydro-Lectric windows.

This 1947 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe originally wore an El Paso Beige Metallic exterior with a black convertible top and tan Bedford Cord and red leather interior. Following a restoration, the car currently wears a year-appropriate Cadillac Series 62 color of Madeira Maroon with a tan convertible power top and tan leather interior.

This Cadillac received its AACA Senior National First Prize in 2000, followed by its AACA Grand National First Prize in 2001. It still wears AACA badge number W12602. In 2009, the car was shown at the Salisbury House Concours in Des Moines, Iowa.

Bill Boucher acquired the car from James 'Bud' and Ruth Elrod of Ankeny, Iowa.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2025