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Cadillac Series 62

1955–1964

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  • Lowest price

    US$12,250

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$93,500

    Since 2020 · n=37

  • Highest price

    US$192,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    37

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 37 lots

Cadillac Series 62

Based on 37 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

US$119,350

Market value · recent verified sales

+24.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 24.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$198,208

+66%

5-Year Forecast

US$234,852

+97%

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1959

    +US$5,500+6%

    19 with · 9 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Cadillac Series 62 is trading at a median of $119,350, having appreciated 24% over the past twelve months on a strong upward trajectory. This appreciating classic sits in a solidly collectible tier with moderate desirability, underpinned by its status signal.

The market sample consists of just six sales over the past year from a tracked universe of 37 total transactions, signaling thin liquidity that requires patience from both buyers and sellers. This sparse transaction activity means pricing can shift meaningfully on individual sales, and interested parties should expect longer holding periods or negotiation windows.

The three-year base projection stands at $198,208, representing 66% appreciation from the current median, while the five-year outlook reaches $234,852, or roughly 97% above present levels. These projections assume continuation of the post-pandemic collector-car momentum and sustained interest in American iron from the postwar era.

Thin liquidity remains the constraining factor for Series 62 ownership; with no active listings currently and sparse market turnover, finding the right car at the right price requires persistence. Sellers should prepare for extended holding periods, while buyers benefit from the current seller's market by taking time to evaluate condition and provenance rather than competing aggressively.

The HOLD signal reflects a car that has already captured meaningful recent gains but retains multiyear appreciation potential if broader classic-car trends remain intact. Prospective buyers and current owners alike should monitor whether transaction velocity picks up over the next 12 to 18 months as a sign of sustained demand.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$119,350
  • Annual appr. rate+24.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked37
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared37 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$940
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$7,380
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months18
  • Sell-Through49%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$92,727
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$12,250 – US$192,500
  • Total Sales Tracked37

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$99,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$47,500

    Bring a Trailer · 13 Aug 2026

  • US$30,000

    Bring a Trailer · 5 Aug 2026

  • US$12,250

    Bring a Trailer · 4 Aug 2026

  • US$122,500

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Jul 2026

  • US$55,000

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$41,000

    Bring a Trailer · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$112,750

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$45,100

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$192,500

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.