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£268,116
1930 Cadillac Series 452 V-16 Convertible Coupe from the Clive Cussler Museum
United States • 11 Sept 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1930 Cadillac Series 452 V-16 Convertible Coupe is a show-winning classic, previously owned by Clive Cussler and displayed in his museum. It features a rare V16 engine, desirable convertible body style, and a striking red and burgundy color scheme, though it has a minor transmission issue.
Condition
8
The car has won multiple awards (AACA and CCCA first prizes), indicating it was in excellent condition previously. While it has a known minor mechanical issue (pops out of second gear) and is a converted convertible coupe rather than original sedan body style, it presents well with factory-specified colors and retains significant original elements. The odometer shows low mileage, though total mileage is unknown, and it has been part of a notable museum collection.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
702089
Odometer:
792 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 452ci 45° OHV V16 Twin Updraft Carburetors Three-Speed Manual Transmission Replacement Convertible Coupe Coachwork Burgundy & Red Paint Red Leather Upholstery Rumble Seat Beige Convertible Top Burgundy Landau Bars Double-Acting Hydraulic Shock Absorbers Vacuum-Assisted Mechanical Drum Brakes 19" Painted Wire Wheels Dual Side-Mount Spares Pilot Ray Driving Lamps Locking Golf Bag Door
This 1930 Cadillac Series 452 V-16 was delivered new in Canada.
It was rebodied as a convertible coupe and earned American Automobile Club of America (AACA) and Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) first prizes before it was purchased by the late best-selling adventure novelist Clive Cussler in 2006.
It was subsequently placed into the Cussler Museum collection in Arvada, Colorado.
The car wears factory-specified red and burgundy paint over red leather upholstery, and power comes from a 452ci 45° OHV V16 with dual updraft carburetors mated to a three-speed manual transmission.
Equipment includes vacuu...
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£48,042
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£290,973
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£1,353,694
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