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
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 |