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The 1941 Cadillac Convertible coupe is one of the most desired Cadillacs ever built; few of the 3,100 manufactured remain today. Buyers at the time would walk right by a Rolls-Royce or Mercedes-Benz - or a Packard - if they could have a Cadillac instead. Indeed, Cadillac boasted in 1941 that 'In the field above two-thousand dollars, approximately two-thirds of all motorists make Cadillac their choice.' Buyers knew that Cadillac was a solid, reliable, and beautiful car that would arouse the envy of their neighbors - and it was American in the best sense of the word.
It has been said that esthetically Cadillac was to 1941, what Cord was to 1936, and Duesenberg to 1929. (Roy A Schneider, Cadillac of the Forbes, published by Cadillac Motorbooks, 1988). The 1941 Convertible Coupe is virtually flawless in its graceful and tasteful styling. The dominant chrome grille, high-crowned coffin hood and heavy bumpers were skillfully grafted into the beautifully styled bodywork. It was the first in which a front valance panel filled the space between the bottom of the grille and the front bumper. A grille guard was built into the front bumper between the vertical bumper guards and the entire front end was graced by a new Flying Lady mascot. The convertible top is raised and lowered by vacuum-assisted cylinders - unlike previous models that had hand-operated tops. It is also important to note that this was the final year when there were no rear quarter windows.
The 1941 Convertible Coupe is especially desired by collectors today because it is one of the last pre-war Cadillac convertibles ever built. The US Office of Production Management had anticipatorily ordered auto production cutbacks in August 1941 to 73.5 percent of 1940 output. Shortly thereafter, the US entered World War II on December 8, just hours after the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, forcing an industry-wide conversion ot the manufacture of war materials. Production was halted altogether on February 4, 1942. When the industry shut down to switch to war production, Cadillac was neck-and-neck with Packard as the leading luxury car in America.
This award-winning Convertible Coupe was subject to a precision frame-off, ground-up 'nut and bolt' restoration, resulting in one of the finest remaining 1941 Cadillac Convertible Coupes in the world, if not the finest. The attention to detail of the restoration is simply extraordinary. It has the correct 1941 date-coded windshields.
The sensual lines of this Cadillac are finished in tuxedo black with red trim, an extremely sought-after combination. Inside exacting rich leather interior draws you behind the wheel. Cruises are even possible on cool nights thanks to the snugly fitting Haartz cloth top (properly trimmed with chrome braces, chrome window surround and correct leather binding).
Options are everything on fine open Cadillacs and this pristine example comes equipped with fitted fender skirts, Automatic Heating System with under-seat heaters and defrosters, a factory optional radio with vacuum-operated power antenna, three-speed manual transmission, and the highly-desired painted dash (simulated wood grain 'dynock' was the standard feature and was considered significantly inferior in appearance by Cadillac purchasers then and now). Standard factory amenities include: turn signals, clock, rear seat overhead dome light, trunk light, adjustable seat, 'Day-Nite' rearview mirror, glove box lamp and more.
All electrical systems and accessory options have been meticulously restored and all mechanical systems have been precision tuned to spec. The engine is whisper quiet, does not overheat and the car cruises effortlessly at highway speeds. A 6-volt electric fuel pump is hidden underneath and integrated into the factory mechanical fuel pump to maintain a constant four to seven pounds of fuel pressure, providing for exceptional reliability. This rust-free Southern Classic has traveled less than 500 miles since restoration and qualifies for all CCCA-sanctioned events.
At the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, California this Convertible Coupe finished in tuxedo black with red trim was expected to sell between $100,000-$125,000 and offered without reserve. At the conclusion of the bidding the vehicle had been sold for $126,500By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2006
It has been said that esthetically Cadillac was to 1941, what Cord was to 1936, and Duesenberg to 1929. (Roy A Schneider, Cadillac of the Forbes, published by Cadillac Motorbooks, 1988). The 1941 Convertible Coupe is virtually flawless in its graceful and tasteful styling. The dominant chrome grille, high-crowned coffin hood and heavy bumpers were skillfully grafted into the beautifully styled bodywork. It was the first in which a front valance panel filled the space between the bottom of the grille and the front bumper. A grille guard was built into the front bumper between the vertical bumper guards and the entire front end was graced by a new Flying Lady mascot. The convertible top is raised and lowered by vacuum-assisted cylinders - unlike previous models that had hand-operated tops. It is also important to note that this was the final year when there were no rear quarter windows.
The 1941 Convertible Coupe is especially desired by collectors today because it is one of the last pre-war Cadillac convertibles ever built. The US Office of Production Management had anticipatorily ordered auto production cutbacks in August 1941 to 73.5 percent of 1940 output. Shortly thereafter, the US entered World War II on December 8, just hours after the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor, forcing an industry-wide conversion ot the manufacture of war materials. Production was halted altogether on February 4, 1942. When the industry shut down to switch to war production, Cadillac was neck-and-neck with Packard as the leading luxury car in America.
This award-winning Convertible Coupe was subject to a precision frame-off, ground-up 'nut and bolt' restoration, resulting in one of the finest remaining 1941 Cadillac Convertible Coupes in the world, if not the finest. The attention to detail of the restoration is simply extraordinary. It has the correct 1941 date-coded windshields.
The sensual lines of this Cadillac are finished in tuxedo black with red trim, an extremely sought-after combination. Inside exacting rich leather interior draws you behind the wheel. Cruises are even possible on cool nights thanks to the snugly fitting Haartz cloth top (properly trimmed with chrome braces, chrome window surround and correct leather binding).
Options are everything on fine open Cadillacs and this pristine example comes equipped with fitted fender skirts, Automatic Heating System with under-seat heaters and defrosters, a factory optional radio with vacuum-operated power antenna, three-speed manual transmission, and the highly-desired painted dash (simulated wood grain 'dynock' was the standard feature and was considered significantly inferior in appearance by Cadillac purchasers then and now). Standard factory amenities include: turn signals, clock, rear seat overhead dome light, trunk light, adjustable seat, 'Day-Nite' rearview mirror, glove box lamp and more.
All electrical systems and accessory options have been meticulously restored and all mechanical systems have been precision tuned to spec. The engine is whisper quiet, does not overheat and the car cruises effortlessly at highway speeds. A 6-volt electric fuel pump is hidden underneath and integrated into the factory mechanical fuel pump to maintain a constant four to seven pounds of fuel pressure, providing for exceptional reliability. This rust-free Southern Classic has traveled less than 500 miles since restoration and qualifies for all CCCA-sanctioned events.
At the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, California this Convertible Coupe finished in tuxedo black with red trim was expected to sell between $100,000-$125,000 and offered without reserve. At the conclusion of the bidding the vehicle had been sold for $126,500By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2006
2023 Mecum : Houston
Sale Price :
USD $68,200
2011 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $125,000-USD $140,000
Sale Price :
USD $110,000
2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $125,000
Sale Price :
USD $126,500
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 62
(Data based on Model Year 1941 sales)
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE COUPE Chassis#: 8356796 Sold for USD$134,400 2024 Gooding : Amelia Island Concours | |
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 8348009 Sold for USD$47,300 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 8346673 Sold for USD$40,700 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Four-Passenger Sedan Chassis#: 8350571 Sold for USD$16,800 2023 Bonhams : Audrain Concours Auction | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 8357513 Sold for USD$64,400 2023 Bonhams : Audrain Concours Auction | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Chassis#: 8353694 Sold for USD$60,500 2023 Mecum : Monterey | |
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 SEDAN Chassis#: 8358906 Sold for USD$10,450 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Chassis#: 8363620 Sold for USD$32,500 2023 Spring Carlisle | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 8362735 Sold for USD$68,200 2023 Mecum : Houston | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 8359884 Sold for USD$86,240 2023 Bonhams : Scottsdale Auction | |
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 8354526 Sold for USD$231,000 2023 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sold for USD$77,000 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Converitble Chassis#: 8350148 Sold for USD$55,000 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Custom Coupe Sold for USD$27,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 4-Passenger Coupe Chassis#: 83496288 Sold for USD$30,800 2022 Bonhams : The Quail Auction | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Deluxe Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 8355776 Sold for USD$145,600 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CUSTOM CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 8354526 Sold for USD$385,000 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 8361665 Sold for USD$52,210 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe Deluxe Sold for USD$31,900 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 8362228 Sold for USD$56,000 2021 Bonhams : Greenwich Concours dElegance Online Auction |
Cadillac Series 62s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1941 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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1941 Cadillac Series 62 | 2023 Spring Carlisle | ||||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 8353694 | 2023 Mecum : Houston | $66,000 | ||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 | 2022 Fall Carlisle Auction | ||||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe | 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | $35,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe | 8361542 | 2020 RM Sothebys : Open Roads, North America | $35,000 | $45,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan Coachwork by Fisher | 8361683 | 2019 Bonhams : Quail Lodge Auction | $120,000 | $140,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2019 Mecum Portland | $50,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | $52,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 2018 Mecum : Las Vegas | $70,000 | $75,000 | $100,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 2018 Mecum : 2018 Chicago | $48,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Convertible | 8363250 | 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |||
1941 Cadillac Convertible Coupe | 8346250 | 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | $37,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe | 8345989 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | $55,000 | $65,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Deluxe Convertible Sedan | 8344463 | 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale | $100,000 | $130,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 | 2017 Mecum : Chicago | $50,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 8342732 | 2017 Mecum : Monterey | $45,000 | ||
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 | 2017 Leake Tulsa | $53,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 | 2017 Mecum : Indianapolis | $45,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Houston | $60,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Convertible | 2017 Silver Auction Arizona in January 2017 | $43,500 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 2016 Mecum : Kansas City | $65,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Touring Sedan | 8341914 | 2016 Mecum : Monterey | $15,000 | ||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Coupe | 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $65,000 | $80,000 | $90,000 | |
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible Sedan | 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | $50,000 | $60,000 | $70,000 | |
1941 Cadillac 6267 D Convertible Coupe | 2016 GAA : July 2016 | $64,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2016 Mecum Indianapolis | $50,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible | 2016 Mecum Indianapolis | $77,000 | |||
1941 Cadillac Series 62 | 2016 Carlisle Auctions : Spring Carlisle | ||||
1941 CADILLAC SERIES 62 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN | 2016 Mecum Houston | $35,000 |
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