The 472cid motor was completely rebuilt back to factory specs with the exception of a custom grind cam from mts a california company that specializes in cadillac 472 and 500 motors for a bit more torque to pull the trailer load. The sedan deville ran from 1956 until the 2005 model year, in 2006 it. Nov 10, 2015 so a 1970 cadillac sedan deville was purchase as a donor for its motor and transmission. Cadillac classic cars coupe deville for sale car and classic. Cadillac models are distributed in 34 additional markets worldwide. An automobile is like a fine work of art and can only be original once. I remember seeing the glass tubes in the rear package tray plus headliner vents in the regular sedans, but not in and coupe or sedan deville i have ever seen. Through the latter stage of the 20th century, cadillac. Cadillac sales continued nowhere but up, reaching 140,777 for 1955, a banner year for all detroit. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1956 cadillac deville. Vintage parts for 1956 cadillac series 62 for sale ebay. The cadillac series 62 is a series of cars which was produced by cadillac from 1940 through 1964. In 1956 it was joined by cadillacs first production pillarless fourdoor hardtop, called the sedan deville.
Its 6 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, overhead valve, 8 cylinder that has an output of 285 bhp 289 ps2 kw of power at 4600 rpm, and maximum torque of 543 nm 400 lbft. The 1956 model year was the end of an era for cadillac as the marques trademark taillightcapped tailfins made one final appearance. Its 6 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, overhead valve, 8 cylinder that has an output of 285 bhp 289 ps2 kw of power at 4600 rpm, and maximum torque of 543 nm 400 lbft55. The remaining cars in the line were introduced the following month on november 18. This 1956 cadillac deville coupe is a restomod with updates to the drivetrain. The only available transmission was a 4speed hydramatic automatic unit. The last model to be formally known as a deville was the 2005 cadillac deville, a fullsize sedan, the largest car in. Beginning in 1965, deville denoted cadillac s mainstream model, falling between the calais and the fleetwood. The 1956 cadillac series 62 convertible i drove for a few days in 1992 was a test car for an automotive publication that i worked for back then. Sixty special script appeared on the front fenders below the cadillac crest for the first time in the series history. Sedan 28 sedan deville 17 sedanette 2 series 60 9 series 61 series 62 95 series 63 3. The new model sedan deville was a pillarless fourdoor which sold over 40,000 units compared to only 25,000 for the coupe deville and 26,000 for the standard sedan.
Cadillac introduced its first production fourdoor hardtop, the sedan deville, in 1956. Round jet style dual exhaust outlets were incorporated into the vertical bumper extensions and the rear bumper was entirely redesigned. The fledgling automotive magazine motor trend awarded its first motor trend car of the year to cadillac in 1949 for its innovative overhead valve v8 engine. See more ideas about cadillac, cadillac fleetwood and cadillac ct6. If ever a car had an authoritative charisma about it, the 1956 cadillac would have to be one of the top candidates. I have some cadillac press folders or portfolios from 1962 and later, but none before 1962. Media in category 1956 cadillac deville the following 66 files are in this category, out of 66 total. The cadillac series 62 is a series of cars which was produced by cadillac from 1940 through. Cadillac series sixtytwo coupe, coupe deville, sedan deville, sixtytwo sedan, convertible, eldorado biarritz, eldorado seville. For the 57 model year, cadillac received an all new body, riding on a new xframe chassis. Used 1956 cadillac series 62 for sale in houston, tx.
Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. The cadillac series 62 sedan deville fourdoor hardtop and eldorado seville twodoor hardtop were introduced to the public almost a month earlier than other models on october 24, 1955. Cadillac cts sedan cadillac ct5 cadillac ats sedan. Like the next car on my test drive list, a 1959 cadillac 62 hardtop coupe, it was freely provided by a german car dealer specializing in cadillacs. Get the best deals on vintage parts for 1956 cadillac series 62 when. The cadillac sixty special is a name used by cadillac to denote a special model since the 1938 harley earlbill mitchelldesigned extended wheelbase derivative of the series 60, often referred to as the fleetwood sixty special. Cadillac models classic car database, specifications. The interior was the most luxurious and lavishly appointed in the history of the brand. New and used cadillac sedan prices select a cadillac sedan model. There was a picture at the midcentury cadillac from lou with an odd ball evaporator on a 1956 but i cant seem to find it 2. Original 1956 cadillac deluxe brochure with envelope. Through the latter stage of the 20th century, cadillac relied heavily on large sedans such as the fleetwood and the brougham. History of the 19541956 cadillac series 62 the 1954 model year was big for cadillac, starting with a redesign of the basic series 62 model.
The eldorado series of the model 62 lineup consisted of a twodoor hardtop coupe seville and a coupe biarritz. The 1962 cadillac sedan deville presented new grace and dignity. Comprehensive mechanical restoration completed with about 100 miles on the rebuilt engine, carburetor, power steering pump and. The last model to be formally known as a deville was the 2005 cadillac deville, a fullsize sedan, the largest car in the cadillac model range at the time. When cadillac redesigned all of its standard models for 1957, the sixty special adopted the pillarless design as well. In 1956, there was a new grille, with finer textured insert, and the. Beginning in 1965, deville denoted cadillacs mainstream model, falling between the calais and the fleetwood. Brochure shows light stain and scuffing along edges. Call owner directly at 614 558 3739 here is one nice cadillac low miles good history it is a rare merfield edition looks runs and drives great features the 4. Proclaimed by cadillac in 1956 as the most inspiring motor cars the world has ever. The smoother and quieter v8 engine, finely crafted coachwork, and improved insulation made the 1962 sedan deville even more. There are 2 1956 cadillac sedan devilles for sale today on.
Lincoln, ford, history, clouds, historia, ford trucks, history books. The sedan deville was once again americas favorite luxury car. History of the 19541956 cadillac fleetwood series 75 the series 75 fleetwood was cadillacs limitedproduction limousine and eightpassenger sedan, and featured an extended wheelbase for plenty of backseat room and a high headroom taller passenger compartment. Cadillac s engine in this year was a 331cid v8 that produced 230 horsepower.
It still has the original build sheet, owners manual and accessory booklet. The cimarron and catera were unsuccessful efforts at a smaller cadillac during the time. Cadillac sedan deville for sale hemmings motor news. Find 1956 cadillac devilles for sale on oodle classifieds. Popular cadillac vehicles 2020 cadillac escalade 2020 cadillac xt5 2020 cadillac xt6 2020 cadillac escalade esv.
Some of the most elite people in the world in the course of modern history have driven andor have ridden in a cadillac sedan. Its great to know that a few collectors here have that item. Cadillac eldorado convertible 1953 white red mad men art. The new caddy was lower, sleeker, and featured exhaust tips that exited through upswept bumper extensions. Comprehensive mechanical restoration completed with about 100 miles on the rebuilt engine, carburetor, power steering pump and power brakes.