Part of a very large Texas Automotive Collection. Uniquely rare, 1 of only 8,000 produced by Cadillac for the 1949 model year. Purchased by the collection at a prominent auction, as a potential candidate for a high-end restoration, modernization and/or street-rod. With several cars in-progress, the project had been delayed and the owner is now, simply thinning the herd. During our review, we have confirmed the engine and chassis numbers are a match. (see our video review for more details). According to information provided at time of purchase: "...This one is well-restored and equipped with numerous accessories. It is a solid original car with wonderful, flat, undamaged panels when it received a body-on restoration, retaining many well kept original parts... Only lightly worn throughout by gentle use, it remains a beautiful example of an important post-war Cadillac. From the Charlie Thomas Collection" Please visit our "Narrated" 12+ minute HD Video and detailed 84+ high resolution category specific photos. We welcome your call anytime, specific questions and/or purchase consideration... Equipment/Specifications Body, Interior & Related: Vin# 496236482 Series-62 2dr Convertible, body-on type restoration, professional quality black paint & straight body, power convertible top, black cloth w/burgundy piping & matching boot/cover, factory bright-work, trim & chrome, fender skirts, driving lamps, Sombrero hub caps, wide white-wall tires, Maroon leather interior, power windows and push button radio... Power-Train & Chassis: Eng#496236482 331 cubic inch 160HP OHV V-8, 2V carburetor, oil bath air filter assembly, Hyrdamatic automatic transmission, original chassis # 496236482 independent front suspension, parallel rear leaf springs & differential and 4-wheel hydraulic brakes... |