Rubber the Right Way - 1961 Cadillac Models

1961 Cadillac Models

If you are uncertain of your Cadillac model, you can use your VIN # or Body Name Plate to figure out exactly which model you have. See instructions below table.

Model Description (W.B. = Wheelbase)	Style #	Body Code
Fleetwood 60 Special Sedan; 4 window, 4 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6039	M
62 Sedan; 6 window, 4 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6229	K
62 Coupe; 2 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6237	G
62 Sedan; 4 window, 4 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6239	A
62 Convertible Coupe; 2 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6267	F
Sedan Deville; 6 window, 4 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6329	L
Coupe Deville; 2 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6337	J
Sedan Deville; 4 window, 4 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6339	B
62 Sedan; 6 window, 4 door. Stub Pillar. 129.5" W.B.	61-6399	D
Eldorado Biarritz Convertible (Special Sport); 2 door. 129.5" W.B.	61-6367	E
Fleetwood 75 Sedan; 6 window, 4 door. 149.8"W.B. *	61-6723	R
Fleetwood 75 Limousine; 6 window, 4 door. 149.8"W.B.*	61-6733	S
Commercial Chassis. 156"W.B.	61-6890	Z

*Commonly called "Series 75."

The "Body Name Plate" is attached to the top surface of the left air duct cover, under the hood, near the cowl. The name plate carries the 6 digit style number. The first 2 digits represent the year, "61." The last 4 digits indicate the vehicle style. Use this style number along with the table above to identify your model.

The VIN (vehicle identification number) is a 9 digit number that can be found several places on 61 Cadillac's.

On the lower left hand side of cylinder block just above the edge of the oil pan.
Top surface of left side bar, adjacent to radiator support.

The first 2 digits of the VIN indicate the vehicle year, "61." The 3rd digit is a letter, called the "Body Code." Use the table above to identify your model using the body code. The final 6 digits represent the sequence in which the vehicle was completed