1962 Cadillac Eldorado

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

The '62 Biarritz was somewhat more distinctive, thanks to its thin upper bodyside moldings, but it was far from striking or individual. Production remained at 1450 units, exactly the same as the year before, while the division's overall production rose substantially.

I. D. NUMBERS

ELDORADO ENGINE

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

TypeV-8 - Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement6.384 Liters
Bore and stroke101.6mm x 98.4mm
Compression ratio10.5:1
Brake horsepower325 hp @ 4800 rpm
Power242 kW @ 4800 rpm
BearingsFive main bearings
Valve LiftersHydraulic valve lifters
CarburetionRochester four-barrel Model 701930

NOTE: The Style Number 6367E Biarritz convertible also featured power vent windows, white sidewall tires and a Six-Way power bench seat, although buyers could substitute bucket seats, in place of the last item, at no cost.

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

STYLE

Model No.Style No.Body TypeSeatFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
62-63E6367E
Biarritz Convertible

Biarritz Convertible

6$66102100 kg1,450

CHASSIS

ModelWheelbaseOverall LengthFront TreadRear TreadTiresExhaust
Eldorado3289mm5339mm  8.00 x 15Single

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

The majority of options and accessories available for 1962 models were identical to those offered in 1961 at the same prices

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