Description
Cadillac Coupe DeVille | 1962
Highlights:
- Recent recommissioning including engine, gearbox, and brake service
- Original interior with functioning power windows and seat adjustments
- 6.4L V8 engine with automatic transmission
- Classic tailfin design and pillarless hardtop profile
The seller offers for sale this 1962 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, a full-size American icon powered by a 6,400 cc V8 petrol engine mated to an automatic transmission. This example is a former California car with paperwork from the 1980s confirming its US history—mostly in Los Angeles. Imported into the UK in 1989, it has had four registered UK owners, with the most recent since 1994. A mix of paper and digital records including invoices, MOT certificates, and maintenance documentation point to consistent care over the decades. The car was stored in a dry garage for a number of years and has recently undergone a recommissioning process focused on engine, transmission, and braking systems.
Mechanically, the vehicle is reported to be running and driving well. The brakes are described as sharp and responsive, and the steering is said to have minimal play. The car is not currently subject to MOT testing in the UK. The indicators, brake lightsand lights don’t work.
The exterior has previously been resprayed from its original gold to red. Paintwork is presentable but not flawless—areas of bubbling are noted around the rear window, boot lip, and rear quarter. While usable as-is, some bodywork attention would improve presentation.
The interior is in good condition and remains original. Finished in two-tone upholstery with matching carpets and headlining, the cabin features electric seat adjustment, power windows, and working ventilation controls. Gauges and switchgear are reportedly functional. A non-original driver’s side quarter light (replaced with plastic glass) is the only noted interior flaw. The dashboard, door panels, and seat surfaces otherwise present well.
The 1962 Coupe DeVille represents the height of early ’60s Cadillac styling, retaining the pronounced rear tailfins of the late ’50s while introducing a sleeker, more understated look. Built on the C-body platform, the Coupe DeVille was a two-door hardtop with frameless glass and a pillarless profile, contributing to its commanding yet elegant silhouette. The standard 390 cubic inch (6.4L) V8 provided smooth cruising power, paired to GM’s robust Hydramatic automatic transmission.
Luxury was the defining feature of the DeVille line. Buyers in 1962 could expect power everything—seats, windows, steering—and styling touches like wraparound glass, stainless trim, and expansive chrome bumpers. The Coupe DeVille was marketed as a personal luxury car: grand, confident, and capable of high-speed highway travel. While not rare in its day, few survive with original interiors, solid mechanicals, and documented international ownership history as presented here.
As American classics from the early 1960s gain attention, the Coupe DeVille stands out for its presence, craftsmanship, and driveability. This example offers a compelling balance between usability and preservation, with clear scope for cosmetic refinement while remaining immediately enjoyable.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
3. Good: Repairs to the bodywork and paint may be needed, possibly requiring part replacements.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
3. Good: Generally reliable, but may need some maintenance or repairs.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
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This car is currently located in Cheshire county, England.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a UK registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
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