1947 CADILLAC Series 62

1947 Cadillac

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1947 Cadillac 4-door

Series 62 Cadillacs were again based on the GM C-Body and had a slightly sleeker appearance than models in the outer lines. Notchback styling we seen on all models, except the fastback coupe. However, it was easy to distinguish this car from a 61 coupe, as the door skins did not flare-out above the rocker panels; the side window openings were lower and the reveal moldings circled each window individually instead of looping around all windows as on the smaller car. The 62 sedan also had door skins which mated flush with the rocker panels and featured ventipanes on both the front and rear windows. The 62 convertible was the only open-bodied Cadillac available.


I. D. NUMBERS

Motor serial numbers 8420001 to 8459835 appeared on 1947 Series 62 models.

STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
47-6262072-doorClub Coupe5244641457,245
47-6262672-doorConvertible Coupe5290244556,755
47-6262694-doorSedan 52523423525,834
47-62--Chassis only---1

ENGINE

TypeV-8 L-head.
BlockCast iron block.
Displacement346 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke3-1/2 x 4-1/2 inches.
Compression ratio7.25:1.
Brake horsepower150 at 3400 rpm
BearingsThree main bearings.
Valve liftersHydraulic valve lifters.
CarburetorCarter WCD two-barrel (models 595S or 595SA) or Stromberg AAV-26 two-barrel (models 380154 or 380871).




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