Sweet! About 15-20 years ago I wasn't so much into cars of this era, but now the 30's and 40's have grown on me and I find them irresistibly beautiful! My grandfather really liked the 1941 Cadillac as well. I would love to have a Packard, Hudson, Studebaker, Lasalle, Buick, Chrysler, Desoto, Stutz, or almost anything from the 30's or 40's. I would probably wear one of those period correct hats that everybody wore back then while driving it. The colors on this car are attractive, too. Much love from Olympia!
Hmmmmm I am driving my 1941 Caddy 61 four door as a daily driver here in VT. It is a "survivor". Original paint, "jewelry" engine, interior....just a beauty. I store it in the winter. Rides like a caddy of course. Let me know if you want a ride. I can send you pictures.
1941 was the first year of hydra-matic automatic transmission for Cadillac. It was an option, but not many trusted the new automatic transmission but it was strong and tough.
@@SaleProofCarReviews Good investment, or sale proof? If you wish to keep it, care for it, and enjoy it, it might be a good investment. If only I was in that position.
you said, "This car originaly had the 90° V-8" . Has any of the drive train changed? Definately prefer the driver's side hubcaps. this car is a repaint
Actually there were 1939; 1940; 1941 & 1942 production years. Cadillac ended production in February 1942 cutting short the 1942 model year with only five months production from Oct-Feb. In order to make way for war time production.
Nice car. But it looks modded. (Lowered with modern tires, stereo speakers, etc.) However, it's a good candidate for a full restoration......If that is the owner's intent?
A couple more observations that I happened to notice that I thought you might bring up in your video but you didn't. 1: are those wheels correct? They look aftermarket. 2: I noticed only one windshield wiper. What gives? 3: I noticed some holes in the rear body work that leads me to believe some trim pieces are missing. Would those be hard to find? That's about it. Take care and please reply when you can.
Hi Brian, there are two aftermarket wheels on the car on one side, the other side has the original wheels. Also you are right, there are some chrome trim pieces missing on all the fenders among other trim pieces also missing. I don't know how hard to find they would be for someone interested in restoring the car, but I'm sure there are 3D printers out there that could fabricate new ones
Eh, I'm guessin this car probably has a 350/350 combo. The engine and trans weren't mentioned, but for a Caddy of this vintage, it needs to have the original drivetrain IMHO.... Oh, and the one wonky wiper and the broken off antenna don't do it any good. I'm not sure what that hood ornament was called or if it even had a name, but there was a flying woman ornament on I think a Packard back in the day that was called the "Goddess of Speed"
It's a 500 cubic inch aftermarket engine, I don't recall the transmission. I didn't mention it because it wasn't original, even though many cars this age typically have some form of modification. Despite the cars shortcomings, it is still a rare WW2 era car, and the owners ended up selling it on bring a trailer about a year after I filmed this. bringatrailer.com/listing/1941-cadillac-61/
Your enthusiasm is refreshing, but the premise of "investment" is wrong. An old car should be a hobby, a passion. You'll do better in real estate, mutual bonds or the S&P 500. Get rid of those awful wheels, and either wide whitewalls, or the understatement of blackwalls, the latter helping you "see" the car, and many wealthy folks in the day thought whitewalls gauche. If you're not going to replate the vent window frames, at least polish them with chrome/metal cleaner as best you can. The dash woodgraining is lovely, protect it with wax--do not polish! This car replaced the '40 LaSalle. The manual shift makes this a much better road car than HydraMatic, but the latter is appealing to duffers. The car looks cleaner without the nervous speed strips on the fenders, so fill in those holes and repaint them, or if you want to be a purist, replace them.
@happ1564 Exactly. WWII was declared in September 1939, in defence of Poland after it was invaded by Gernany. December 1941 is when the US decided to join the ongoing conflict, after it was attacked at Pearl Harbour by the Japanese.
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Sweet! About 15-20 years ago I wasn't so much into cars of this era, but now the 30's and 40's have grown on me and I find them irresistibly beautiful! My grandfather really liked the 1941 Cadillac as well. I would love to have a Packard, Hudson, Studebaker, Lasalle, Buick, Chrysler, Desoto, Stutz, or almost anything from the 30's or 40's. I would probably wear one of those period correct hats that everybody wore back then while driving it. The colors on this car are attractive, too. Much love from Olympia!
STUTZ WAS NOT AROUND IN THE 1940S
Excellent coverage on an exquisite specimen of automotive history my friend ❤
Hmmmmm I am driving my 1941 Caddy 61 four door as a daily driver here in VT. It is a "survivor". Original paint, "jewelry" engine, interior....just a beauty. I store it in the winter. Rides like a caddy of course. Let me know if you want a ride. I can send you pictures.
1941 was the first year of hydra-matic automatic transmission for Cadillac. It was an option, but not many trusted the new automatic transmission but it was strong and tough.
Cars designed in the 30'ties are just so nice. In a way very modern and easy to drive also today.
She's called "The Winged Goddess " . 🖤👽
Really cool seeing details of cars from this era (which I'm not very familiar with).
These cars were like pieces of art!
Indeed! I was honestly surprised to learn that the Series 61 (and 62) were more entry level for the time! I'd love to film a V12 or V16 from the era!
Flying Goddess is the correct term for the hood ornament and was a symbol of swiftness and power!
Sweet looking car. I've heard of the 1941 Cadillac, but I've never seen one in person.
Hey! Yes this one is local to us! And for sale too!
@@SaleProofCarReviews Good investment, or sale proof? If you wish to keep it, care for it, and enjoy it, it might be a good investment. If only I was in that position.
You didn't open the hood? What engine is in it now. I see a missing wiper and aftermarket sound?
Great video, Stunning car
What a cool and unique car. Love it
It's beautiful! Great color combination!
Love it man 👍
you said, "This car originaly had the 90° V-8" . Has any of the drive train changed? Definately prefer the driver's side hubcaps. this car is a repaint
Actually there were 1939; 1940; 1941 & 1942 production years. Cadillac ended production in February 1942 cutting short the 1942 model year with only five months production from Oct-Feb. In order to make way for war time production.
I hope to add a few to my coldction very soon
Nice car. But it looks modded. (Lowered with modern tires, stereo speakers, etc.) However, it's a good candidate for a full restoration......If that is the owner's intent?
A couple more observations that I happened to notice that I thought you might bring up in your video but you didn't. 1: are those wheels correct? They look aftermarket. 2: I noticed only one windshield wiper. What gives? 3: I noticed some holes in the rear body work that leads me to believe some trim pieces are missing. Would those be hard to find? That's about it. Take care and please reply when you can.
Hi Brian, there are two aftermarket wheels on the car on one side, the other side has the original wheels. Also you are right, there are some chrome trim pieces missing on all the fenders among other trim pieces also missing. I don't know how hard to find they would be for someone interested in restoring the car, but I'm sure there are 3D printers out there that could fabricate new ones
I had 46 cadillac62 series 4 door black in color in 75. Bought it for a price of believe not for $35.oo. sold it for 1000.00. Witch I still had it.
why only one windshield wiper?
If only recent Cadillacs were as stylish as they were up to 80 yrs ago.
Very true! Some would argue that they still are..
@@SaleProofCarReviews I guess it depends on the car.
Eh, I'm guessin this car probably has a 350/350 combo. The engine and trans weren't mentioned, but for a Caddy of this vintage, it needs to have the original drivetrain IMHO.... Oh, and the one wonky wiper and the broken off antenna don't do it any good. I'm not sure what that hood ornament was called or if it even had a name, but there was a flying woman ornament on I think a Packard back in the day that was called the "Goddess of Speed"
It's a 500 cubic inch aftermarket engine, I don't recall the transmission. I didn't mention it because it wasn't original, even though many cars this age typically have some form of modification. Despite the cars shortcomings, it is still a rare WW2 era car, and the owners ended up selling it on bring a trailer about a year after I filmed this.
bringatrailer.com/listing/1941-cadillac-61/
Nice straight and sleek
Cool
Your enthusiasm is refreshing, but the premise of "investment" is wrong. An old car should be a hobby, a passion. You'll do better in real estate, mutual bonds or the S&P 500. Get rid of those awful wheels, and either wide whitewalls, or the understatement of blackwalls, the latter helping you "see" the car, and many wealthy folks in the day thought whitewalls gauche. If you're not going to replate the vent window frames, at least polish them with chrome/metal cleaner as best you can. The dash woodgraining is lovely, protect it with wax--do not polish! This car replaced the '40 LaSalle. The manual shift makes this a much better road car than HydraMatic, but the latter is appealing to duffers. The car looks cleaner without the nervous speed strips on the fenders, so fill in those holes and repaint them, or if you want to be a purist, replace them.
You failed to mention that this car has a manual transmission even though GM's new Hydramatic Drive was available on Cadillacs at this time.
Those wire wheels are just awful 👎🏼
Well done on explaining that WW II began in 1939. Most Americans seem to think it started in December 1941!
Germany invaded Poland in 1939. Japan bomb Pearl Harbor in Dec/41.
@happ1564 Exactly. WWII was declared in September 1939, in defence of Poland after it was invaded by Gernany. December 1941 is when the US decided to join the ongoing conflict, after it was attacked at Pearl Harbour by the Japanese.