Vintage Cars: Question on headrests, point seat belts, violent impact

Question
Hello Ace.

I am interested in purchasing a 1962 Cadillac, but I feel somewhat conflicted with one major safety issue: the car has no headrests.

1. If I get into an accident with a car like that, what are my chances of getting a severe case of whiplash or a broken neck?

2. Can the car be retrofitted with seats that come with headrests?

3. Also, how much damage could a violent impact have on a 62 Cadillac?


Best regards,

Julian

Answer
Your question is about being hit from the rear. The majority of accidents
involve the front or side of the vehicle.

Onward:  Aftermarket seats can be adapted to any vehicle. What is more
important is that you add three point seat belts--that is, a lap and
shoulder belt.

By the way, a very good thing to do if you are about to be rearended is
to relax and take your foot off the brake.

Concerning damage to the vehicle--it will suffer less than a newer vehicle
which leaves the potential for you to incur more damage. Always drive
defensively which actually means always look for a way out...