286.3ci Inline 4-Cylinder Engine Single Updraft Carburetor 40bhp 3-Speed Sliding Gear Transmission Front and Rear Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs 2-Wheel Mechanical Brakes *The quintessential American Brass Era motorcar *Desirable later model with greater displacement and power *Accompanied by factory records *An excellent basis for further restoration work THE CADILLAC MODEL 30 The Model 30 was not the first four-cylinder Cadillac, but it was arguably the machine that set the standard for quality, luxury, performance and price, establishing Cadillac's century of leadership that followed.

In 1909 Cadillac was only in its sixth year.

It was still under the guidance of its founder, Henry Martyn Leland, and his son Wilfred, and had only five years before merged with Leland & Faulconer, having taken over the assets of the defunct Henry Ford Company.

It was in only its second year as part of William Crapo Durant's General Motors.

Cadillac introduced its first four-cylinder automobile in 19...