ing to the selling dealer, who is representing the vehicle on consignment, this 1940 Sixty-Two (or ies 62) Convertible Coupe is one of 200 produced for the year and has recently been professionally restored to top show standards with $ Sixty-Two is accepted by the Classic Car Club of as a Full Classic
- A 346-cu.in. L-head V8 powers the .
- The restored engine was rated at 135 horsepower when new.
- A three-speed manual transmission with column-shift is fitted.
- The quality of a professional restoration and presentation distinguish this .
- The ies Sixty-Two was introduced in 1940.
- The Convertible Coupe was produced in very limited numbers.
- The 1940 Corlear Blue finish, trim, and glass appear unblemished in the photos.
- A high-quality tan fabric -style convertible top is also shown in the photos.
- The painted dashboard is finished in the same Corlear Blue.
- The dash restoration, gauges, and trim appear to be of the same high standard.
- Matching blue leather with contrasting tan covers the seats and door panels.
- Grey carpet trimmed in blue leather covers the floors.
- A tailored carpet mat protects the front floor carpets.
- The large trunk area is also fully carpeted.
- A wide whitewall tire, jack, and a few tools are present.
- ge driving lamps are observed mounted below the headlights.
- An original optional biplane-style grille guard is also seen in the photos.
- The area under the hood and the undercarriage all continue to appear freshly restored.
- The odometer reading of 2,439 represents miles covered since the restoration.
- No additional parts or equipment are included.
- A single mark can be observed on the driver’s door leather beneath the door handle.
- This first-year Sixty-Two has been restored to a remarkably high standard.
- The restoration appears to remain fresh, with only 2,439 miles since completion.
- The modern styling of the Sixty-Two series led into the mid-luxury market.
- The limited production Convertible Coupe body style is not found in 1940 brochures.
- Per “80 rs of LaSalle,” this 6.
- rly Sixty-Two automobiles are accepted as CCCA Full Classics.
The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on the proper Quebec, da document in the consignor’s name for the transfer of ownership. This rare 1940 Sixty-Two Convertible Coupe is a significant example of the series that became ’s sales leader in the postwar years.