Description
CADILLAC Series 60 Touring Saloon 4-door, 1936. A very handsome pre-war Cadillac saloon, in original condition, imported into Greece in the 1950s. The Series 60, designed under Cadillac's new general manager, Nicholas Dreystadt, was launched in 1936. This model was produced from 1936 to 1938. The exterior sported a new style penned by the renowned Harley Earl, with a tall, slender grille and a split V-windscreen. The body was built by Fisher, the division specialising in coachwork for General Motors. The 'Knee-Action' independent front suspension, introduced by Cadillac in 1934, was a welcome innovation in the car market of the day. In addition, Bendix double-servo brakes were fitted. Our car retains its original 5. 7-litre (346 cubic inch) side-valve V8, in perfect working order. This new engine produced 135 bhp, more than any previous Cadillac V8, and shared the same capacity as all Cadillac monobloc engines of the period. Topping the grille is the Cadillac mascot, the hallmark emblem of its top-of-the-range models. The bonnet features 12 vents on each side that can be opened as required for engine ventilation. Its superb green finish and period interior complete the picture. The four photos preceding the last are older, and the colour appears darker in them. The car wears four period whitewall tyres, which enhance its stance and make it a true icon. Two additional spare wheels are mounted on the side brackets. The previous owner, a wealthy industrialist, kept the car for over 50 years, and the current owner, also a major industrialist, has kept it in his garage alongside other pre-war cars for over 20 years. For anyone looking to add a magnificent pre-war Cadillac with an impeccable history to their collection, there is none better, and at this very reasonable price! This car is a genuine bargain, so don't hesitate and come and see it without delay. We can arrange transport.
