SERIES 61
Cadillacs had extensive styling changes this year. They looked generally heavier and
had low, sleek contours with longer rear decks, more sweeping front fenders and a
broken rear fender line. The hood protruded further out at the front and was underlined
by an even more massive egg crate grille. Round parking lights were used, but as in the
past, when buyers chose fog lamps an additional bulb and larger housing were used. This
setup combined the fog lamps and directional signals. One-piece windshields were
introduced and the leading edge of the rear fenders, which had a broken-off look, was
highlighted by chrome imitation air slots. The rear fenders were longer and ended in a
swooping tailfin design. A Cadillac script again appeared on the sides of front
fenders, but was now positioned closer to the front door opening gap.
As far as Series 61 models went, a big styling change was a return to marketing
this line on a shorter wheelbase than used on the 62s. This led to some styling
differences. For example, the Series 61 sedan had no rear ventipanes and featured a
wraparound backlight (i.e., rear window). An identifying feature on both models was
the absence of rocker panel moldings and rear quarter panel chrome underscores. Cars
in Cadillac's lowest-priced range also had bodies which were four inches shorter than
the previous season.
I.D. DATA
Cadillac serial numbers again matched motor numbers and were used for all license, insurance and identification purposes. |
They were located on a boss on the right-hand face of the engine block and on the right frame side member behind the motor support. |
Motor serial numbers 506100000 to 5061103853 appeared on 1950 Series 61 models. |
STYLE
Model Number | Body Style | Doors | Model | Seat | Factory
Price | Weight | Production Total |
50-61 | 6169 | 4-door | Sedan
| 5 | 2866 | 3822 | 14,619 |
50-61 | 6137 | 2-door | Club
Coupe | 5 | 2761 | 3829 | 11,839 |
50-61 | 6169 | - | Export
Sedan | 5 | 2866 | 3822 | 312 |
50-61 | - | - | Chassis only | - | - | - | 2 |
NOTE: The sedan for export was shipped in a CKD form to foreign countries.
ENGINE
Type | V-8: Overhead valves. |
Block | Cast iron block. |
Displacement | 331 cubic inches. |
Bore and stroke | 3-3/16 x 3-5/8 inches. |
Compression ratio | 7.50:1. |
Brake horsepower | 160 @ 3800 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings. |
Valve lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters. |
Carburetor | Carter WCD two-barrel Model 742S. |
SERIES 62
Cars in the Cadillac next-step-up line were identified by slightly richer interior appointments and by chrome
underscores running the full length of the body at the bottom. Hydra-Matic drive was now standard in this line.
The Series 62 sedan incorporated rear ventipanes. Exclusive models in this range were the convertible coupe and
Coupe DeVille, both with standard hydraulic window lifts.
SERIES 62 I. D. NUMBERS
Motor serial numbers 506200000 to 5062103857 appeared on 1950 Series 62 models. |
STYLE
Model Number | Body Style | Doors | Model | Seat | Price | Weight | Production Total |
50-62 | 6219 | 4-door | Sedan | 5 | 3234 | 4012 | 41,890 |
50-62 | 6237 | 2-door | Club Coupe | 5 | 3150 | 3993 | 6,434 |
50-62 | 6237DX | - | Coupe DeVille | 5 | 3523 | 4074 | 4,507 |
50-62 | 6267 | - | Conv Coupe | 5 | 3654 | 4316 | 6,986 |
50-62 | - | - | Chassis only | - | - | - | 1 |
ENGINE
Type | V-8: Overhead valves. |
Block | Cast iron block. |
Displacement | 331 cubic inches. |
Bore and stroke | 3-3/16 x 3-5/8 inches. |
Compression ratio | 7.50:1. |
Brake horsepower | 160 @ 3800 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings. |
Valve lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters. |
Carburetor | Carter WCD two-barrel Model 742S. |
SERIES 60 SPECIAL FLEETWOOD
Eight vertical chrome louvers on the rear fenders characterized the Series 60S sedan. It was built on the same
platform as the previous year, but had all the new styling features. It looked lower than the 62 because of the
extra length and had a different rear deck contour. Hydra-Matic drive and power windows were standard.
Motor serial numbers 506000000 to 5060103850 appeared on 1950 Series 60S models. |
ENGINE
Type | V-8: Overhead valves. |
Block | Cast iron block. |
Displacement | 331 cubic inches. |
Bore and stroke | 3-3/16 x 3-5/8 inches. |
Compression ratio | 7.50:1. |
Brake horsepower | 160 @ 3800 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings. |
Valve lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters. |
Carburetor | Carter WCD two-barrel Model 742S. |
SERIES 75 FLEETWOOD
An all-new postwar body, which conformed to the other lines for the first time since 1941, was introduced on
the luxury-class series models this year. It featured six-window styling and a "high-headroom" limousine type
appearance. Jump seats were used in the seven-passenger sedan and the Imperial limousine. Surprisingly,
Hydra-Matic drive was optional, but power windows were standard equipment.
Motor serial numbers 507500000 to 507510387 were used on 1950 Series 75 Fleetwood models. |
STYLE
Model Number | Body Style | Doors | Model | Seat | Factory Price | Weight | Production Total |
50-75 | 7523X | 4-door | Sedan
| 7 | 4770 | 4555 | 716 |
50-75 | 7533X | 4-door | Imperial
Sedan | 7 | 4959 | 4586 | 743 |
50-75 | 7523L | 4-door | Business
Sedan | 7 | - | - | 1 |
50-75 | 86 | - | Commercial chassis | -
| - | - | 2,052 |
NOTE: The commercial chassis featured a 157 inch wheelbase and was supplied to professional car makers for
the construction of funeral cars, ambulances, etc.
ENGINE
Type | V-8: Overhead valves. |
Block | Cast iron block. |
Displacement | 331 cubic inches. |
Bore and stroke | 3-3/16 x 3-5/8 inches. |
Compression ratio | 7.50:1. |
Brake horsepower | 160 @ 3800 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings. |
Valve lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters. |
Carburetor | Carter WCD two-barrel Model 742S. |
CHASSIS
Model | Wheelbase | Overall length | Front Tread | Rear
Tread | Tires |
Series 61 | 122 inches | 211-7/8 | 59 inches | 63 inches | 8.00 x
15 |
Series 62 | 126 inches | 215-7/8 | 59 inches | 63 inches | 8.00 x
15 |
Series 60S | 130 inches | 224-7/8 | 59 inches | 63 inches | 8.00 x
15 |
Series 75 | 146-3/4 inches | 236-5/8 | 59 inches | 63 inches | 8.20
x 15 |
POWER TRAIN OPTIONS
Hydra-Matic drive on Series 61 and 75 | $174 |
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS
Power windows (on specific models). |
Heating and ventilating system. |
Radio and antenna. |
Chrome wheel discs (Sombrero). |
Windshield washers. |
Fog lamps. |
White sidewall tires. |
Other standard accessories. |
HISTORICAL NOTES
- Stainless steel Sombrero wheel covers replaced the chrome plated type this year, although the stampings
were identical.
- An hydraulic seat was standard on the Coupe DeVille.
- The one-millionth Cadillac ever produced was a 1950 Coupe DeVille assembled Nov. 25, 1949.
- An all-time Cadillac production record was also established this season.