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Fully restored, and as smooth now as it was over 70 years ago, this defiantly massive seven seater is the absolute pinnacle of pre-war automotive luxury and engineering.
Styling for this prestigious Formal Sedan was cued from would be legendary GM designer Bill Mitchells 1938 Sixty Special, and assembly of its body was charged to the Fleetwood Coach Division with Cadillac keeping a watchful eye over quality. The steel Fleetwood built body is absolutely rock solid in every way and displays exceptionally straight lines which are a fine representation of one of America's most glorious eras of motoring. The doors, windows and heavy hood all fit well and close with a solid thunk, and there isn't a wave to be found anywhere from the knife edged front fenders to the large rolled trunk. On top of those straight panels, a glossy and even coat of Maroon basecoat/clearcoat paint has been sanded and buffed to a mirror-like shine which would look right at home in vintage tinted 1930s photographs.
As America's most powerful automobile engine in 1939, the 431 cubic inch L head Cadillac flathead V16 is also one of the most docile and quiet engines ever produced. Cadillac built V16s before 1939, but this generation is a monobloc design that is cast in a 135 degree V which is more economical to produce, requires fewer parts and features a 250 pound lighter weight. Power is on par with Cadillac's previous OHC mills, at 185 horses, and the engine supplies smooth and seemingly endless torque which propels this 5,350 pound car from 10 miles per hour all the way to top speed in high gear.
This 1939 V16 Series 90 rides a lengthy 141 inch wheelbase, tips the scales at close to 5000 pounds and could be had in over a dozen body styles; so the car chassis had to be well-made and tough. Providing the smooth, floating ride is an independent front suspension and live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs. Behind the big engine, a 3-speed column shifted transmission sends power to a restored rear end, and at the corners of the car, power drum brakes provide quick, drama-free stops. Above all this hardware, the cars solid floors sport a nice even coat of flat black paint, and on the driver's side of the car, a traditional single pipe system makes use of a fresh factory replacement muffler to keep the engine quiet and well-tempered. The car is set into motion by new 7.50x16 Firestone Deluxe Champion whitewall tires that surround correct steel wheels which and correct dent-free "V16" branded chrome center caps.
Open this Cadillac's doors and you'll find a highly accurate interior which is exceptionally roomy and still features a lot of ornate, original craftsmanship. All of the seating areas have been restored and covered in an upscale beige fabric which looks great against the cars Maroon exterior. At the front of the car, an original wood dash features a rebuilt clock, a rebuilt AM radio and rebuilt gauges behind glass faces which are a combination of original and one off hand-made replacements. And at the sides of the car, matching beige door panels sit below original chrome handles, original armrests and wood window frames with spectacular wood inlays. Behind the driver, a divider panel houses the folded up jump seats in front of an adjustable foot rest for the back passengers; and in front of the driver, an original banjo style steering wheel holds a gold Cadillac horn button which is wired to awesome sounding air horns. Since this Cadillac was originally envisioned as a chauffeur driven car, rear passengers are treated with a host of luxurious conveniences which include full armrests, complete original courtesy lighting, and original chrome cigarette lighters and ash trays.
From its excellent finish to its stellar interior and awesome history, this sixteen cylinder Cadillac a classic that's equally at home in a museum collection or on the open road. Call, click or visit RKMotorsCharlot... for more information on this awesome car!
27 авг 2024
