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£21,986

1923 Cadillac Type 61 V8 Roadster

United States • 19 Aug 2022

Vehicle Details

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This 1923 Cadillac Type 61 V8 Roadster, offered from the Paul Bush Collection, boasts a rich history, including prior ownership by silent film actress Ann Christy. The car features a 314ci V8 engine, manual transmission, and lovely patina, with possible original interior and paint, enhanced by Don Lee with 4-wheel brakes and chrome features.

Condition

6

The car retains its original patina and possibly original interior and paint, suggesting careful preservation over the years. While not perfect, the originality and history outweigh minor imperfections, placing it in good condition.

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Manual

Transmission:

20819

Chassis No:

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

J-80

Reg Number:

RHD/LHD:

LHD

314ci L-Head V-8 Engine Single Cadillac Carburetor 60bhp at 3,000rpm 3-Speed Manual Transmission Front and Rear Leaf Spring Suspension 4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes *Offered from the Paul Bush Collection *Previously owned by Silent Era actress Ann Christy *Lovely patina throughout, with possibly original interior and paint *Elegant and sporty, V8-powered Cadillac Roadster THE V8 CADILLAC The place of the V8 Cadillac in automotive history is assured.

The Model 51 Cadillac was introduced in September 1914 for the 1915 season, and while there had been other V8 engines before, most had been ephemeral prototypes and only the French De Dion-Bouton company had actually marketed a production V8, starting in 1909.

In America, the Cadillac company had established a fine reputation for the introduction of the first practical electric starting, lighting and ignition system and for its precision of production ensuring absolute interchangeability of parts - two achievements that had earned it the...