From Private Museum 1951 Cadillac Series 62 Royal Convertible (VIN #516244546) This Magnificent and Quite Rare (1 of 2) Classic Cadillacs finished in Stunning Black (#1) with Red Hydes (#153) as built by Cadillac for the Royal Family and used by Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, and Princess Elizabeth, as a Royal Parade Car in Canada during October and November 1951. The portfolio includes video and photographic documentation in the Parade Car, confirming its Historical Significance. It was fully restored to Original Specifications including Exterior, Interior, Brightwork, (2) Tops, and Mechanics. It comes with full complement of amenities: Hydra-matic Transmission 4 Forward Speeds Power Assisted Steering Hydro-Electric Window and Seat Controls Hydro-Electric Convertible Top Hydro-Electric Antenna Signal Seeking Radio Directional Signals Dual Backup Lamps Automatic Delux Heating/Defrost System Under Seat Auxiliary Heating Courtesy Lamp Electric Clock Cigar Lighter (Unused) Exquisite Red Leather Hydes (#153) Vent Windows Cadillac Scripted Vanity Mirror Cadillac Front and Rear Seat Belts Tinted E-Z Eye Glass Transparent Vinyl Cabin Enclosure Special Order and Used for Parade Viewing Haartz Canvas Convertible Top Canvas Boot Cover and Envelope Dual Foglamps Bullet Shape Front and Rear Bumper Guards Rear Tail Fins Left Fin Lifts for Gasoline Input Rear Wheel Shields Beautiful Sombrero Hubcaps Wide Whitewall Tyres Coker Classic 8.00 x 15 Magnificent Art Deco Hood Medallion Dual Chrome Side View Mirrors Engraved Door Plaque Commemorating Royal Tour V-8 Engine 160 Horsepower 331 Cubic Inch Displacement (4) Barrel Carburetion (Rare) Bore + Stroke: 3 13/16 in. x 3 in. Compression Ratio: 7.5 to 1 Enlarged Special Order Radiator (Parade Touring) 12 Volt Electrical System Battery Cutoff Bumper Mounted Flag Holder (2) British Flags Chrome Exhaust Deflector Tool Kit Sales Literature Shop Manual Owners Manual Show Quality Engine Compartment Original GM Build Sheet and Invoice Documents Cars Shipment from Detroit to Canada All Numbers Matching Overall Length: 215.5 inches Overall Width: 60 inches Weight: 4,155 lbs During the Canadian Tour (October/November 1951,) the Cadillac was frequently driven by the Royal Mounted Police for security purposes. The Magnificent Condition of the Original Untouched and Unblemished Undercarriage attests to the Low Mileage. The odometer shows only 11,000 miles from new, believed to be correct. It is in Pristine Condition Throughout and garners all the Oohs and Aahs anytime out! If you might enjoy an Extremely Rare Royal Family Caddy in Pristine Condition and of Historical Significance, I believe you will be Most Favorably Impressed with this Very Special Example!!! Ask $179,950.
