1962 Eldorado Cadillac history 1962

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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

Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1961
- the first pair of symbols changed to "62" to indicate 1962 model year
- the next symbol was a letter to indicate the model as listed below
- the next six numbers indicated the consecutive unit number beginning with 000001
The serial number was located at the front of the lefthand frame side bar
Motor serial numbers again matched and were found on the center lefthand side of the block above the oil pan
The alphabetical code "C" now identified the Town Sedan in the 6200 series
The code "D" was adopted to identify the similar short-deck DeVille sedan added to the lineup this year

ELDORADO ENGINE

1962 Cadillac Eldorado

Type	V-8 - Overhead valves
Block	Cast iron block
Displacement	6.384 Liters
Bore and stroke	101.6mm x 98.4mm
Compression ratio	10.5:1
Brake horsepower	325 hp @ 4800 rpm
Power	242 kW @ 4800 rpm
Bearings	Five main bearings
Valve Lifters	Hydraulic valve lifters
Carburetion	Rochester 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

STYLE

Model No.	Style No.	Body Type	Seat	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
62-63E	6367E	Biarritz Convertible	6	$6610	2100 kg	1,450

CHASSIS

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires	Exhaust
Eldorado	3289mm	5339mm			8.00 x 15	Single

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

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