1948 Cadillac Series 62 survivor Original California barn find no reserve

1948 Cadillac Series 62

1948 Cadillac Series 62
~California Barn find~Out of a 300 Car collection~Has been in storage for the last 15 years~California time capsule; you or I cannot duplicate this carthey are only original onceNO RESERVE
When it comes to vintage automobiles, California and the West Coast of the United States have always been the most desirable the world over for many reasons; the mild climate and the fact that many automotive trends started in California. The automobile is the perfect technological symbol of American culture, a tangible expression of our quest to level space, time, and class and a reflection of our relentless mobility, social and otherwise. You see automobiles advertised the world over described as California cars because at some point they were in California or drove through California. A true California car is one that was sold new in California and titled in California, one that has the original plates that are on that title is a true California car.We are liquidating a collection of 300 actual California cars. This is a collection that took 70 years to comprise. Most have the original paint and original California licence plates issued to them when they were new.
Up for a NO RESERVE auction is a beautiful 1948 Cadillac Series 62. This car is a diamond of a find and a perfect addition to an avid Cadillac Collector. A 1948 Cadillac turned the page for the company and was a new post war design making it the first Cadillac to introduce the famed Cadillac fin; which would come to be synonymous with Cadillac for next 30 years. Because of the new design, production of 1948 Cadillacs was modest and production lasted 8 months, making a 1948 model somewhat rarer than following years. This Cadillac is special for more reasons than being an iconic trend setter. This 1948 Cadillac is still wearing the same 2 tone Vista Gray and French Gray paint it was first painted with 71 years ago in 1948; a time when Harry S Truman was leader of the free world signing the Marshall Plan to rebuild the devastation of WWII. This is car was bought new in Oakland,CA and resided in the affluent community of Piedmont, CA nicknamed in the 1920's "City of Millionaires" for its famed residents like the Ghiardelli chocolate family andFolgers coffeefamily to name a few. This car was purchased in the mid 60s along with a Porsche356 and MG TD right out of the Piedmontgarage. This car is the epitome of a California survivor and originality making it a car that would be very hard to duplicate. It has spent decades out of the elements locked away in storage. The original Yellow California plates were turned into the DMV in 1963 when the new 6 digit Black plates became mandatory in California. This car still has the original 1963 black plates that were issued at that time. What you're buying here is the originality of a car that cannot be found anywhere else. Sure you can go out and find a nice restored car or go through the headaches of doing it yourself. But they are only original once and the fact this Cadillac has stayed that way for 71 years and counting is remarkable.
Considering this car is 71 years old it is in fantastic shape. The condition of the car is a testament to how the car was stored as well as to the higher quality of materials used in the production of this car. It is remarkably how the paint looks for being 71 years old, there are very few thin spots in an otherwise beautifully shining and very straight body. The upgraded Series 62 chrome shines great. There are a few spots here and there with some minor imperfections but what are we talking about its 71 years old and overall looks darn good. All the lights are functional. Nothing is missing and everything is original.
Stepping inside this Cadillac is a step back in time. The beautiful dash board looks great and the wood paneling has no damage from the weather. All the metal shine beautifully. The door panels look great. The headliner is flawless and has no tears or sagging. The seats are also in great shape with no rips or tears. However they are 71 years old and have seen little use in that time, because of the age of the fabrics they may deteriorate faster with future heavy use. This is also the same case with the carpeting.
Mechanically this car has the original 346cid monobloc v8 motor and drive train. At some point in the last 7 decades the motor and transmission have been rebuilt. The engine starts up with no problems and runs good. The transmission shifts smooth in all gears as well as reverse. All of the electrical is functional.
NO RESERVE THIS ITEM WILL SELL TO THE FINAL BIDDER!This listing includes well over 100 detailed photos and the vehicle has been described as descriptive as possible. If there is anything that is unclear or additional information is is need please don't hesitate to ask. Please ask any questions before bidding. Please only bid with intentions to own, bidders who bid then cancel because they "entered the wrong amount" will be blocked from further bidding. Thanks and Good Luck

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THANKS FOR LOOKING!

• Condition: Used
• Make: Cadillac
• Model: Series 62
• Type: Sedan
• Year: 1948
• Mileage: 62892
• VIN: 9252863605
• Color: Gray
• Engine size: 346
• Number of cylinders: 8
• Transmission: Automatic
• Drive type: RWD
• Interior color: Gray
• Vehicle Title: Clear
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