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From the Beardslee Collection, one of only eight built in this body style , 1939 Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen Formal Sedan
United States • 3 Jun 2012
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AI Listing Summary
This is a rare 1939 Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen Formal Sedan, one of only eight built in this body style. It features coachwork by Fleetwood, a luxurious interior, and a powerful 16-cylinder engine. Originally owned by the Calumet Farms Family and later restored, this car is in exquisite condition and fine working order.
Condition
8
The car has been comprehensively refurbished, featuring a flawless paint job, new roof, and exquisite interior condition. Recent service work, including carburetor rebuilding and fuel system refresh, indicate fine working condition. The presence of original sales literature and rare vanity items further enhance its condition.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
5290100
Odometer:
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Reg Number:
49-146
RHD/LHD:
LHD
During 1938-1940 , the second-generation Cadillac Sixteen topped the short list of the world's finest and most exclusive cars.
The mighty 16-cylinder car proclaimed prestige and power in every line of its massive form and was favored by America's super-rich, from moguls to movie stars.
The U.S.
Government's Presidential fleet included two specially lengthened Cadillac Sixteen convertible sedans, and even the Papal garage at the Vatican housed a town car from the series.
Cadillac introduced the first production V-16 engine in 1930, a 452-cid, 165-hp overhead valve design that would power Cadillac's largest and most expensive models through 1937.
Then, for 1938, the luxury automaker released a completely new 16-cylinder engine.
This 431-cid power-house produced 185 turbine-smooth horsepower from what was essentially a pair of L-head straight-eights tilted to a 135-degree angle and joined to a common crankshaft.
Only 498 Cadillacs were equipped with this technical wonder over its t...
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£21,938
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£80,873
Median Price (Since 2020)
£248,570
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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