1930 Cadillac V16 Phaeton - A Steal at $395,000
What did you do with your income tax return check this year? If you’re a multi-millionaire you just might have splurged your return on a man toy like this 1930 Cadillac V16 Phaeton. What can I say? It’s a Steal at $395,000.
Information about the from Wikipedia :
The Cadillac V-16 was Cadillac’s top-of-the-line car from its January 1930 launch until production ceased in 1940 as the war in Europe killed sales. All were finished to custom order, and the car was built in very small numbers; only 4076 cars were constructed in the eleven years the model was offered. The majority of these were
Wonder what’s under the hood? Take a peek…
The Caddilac design was the first true 16 cylinder motor built from scratch. The block was built by Owen Nacker and featured a 45 degree cylinder bank angle with overhead valve design that kept the engine extremely narrow. Mechanically speaking, the Cadillac motor was a silicon and aluminum crankcase with iron cylinders that offered advanced overhead valve design with automatic hydraulic valve lash compensators. This assured that the engine would operate very quietly and with minimal vibrations. To complement the ingenuity and genius of the V16 powerplant, the engine bay became one of the first to be given proper styling.
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One Response to “1930 Cadillac V16 Phaeton - A Steal at $395,000”
By Ken on Jul 21, 2009 | Reply
This rare Cadillac has been aqcuired for one of our clients. This car has alot of history and documentation since new and will be a wonderful addition to their collection.
Look to see this Grand Classic on the show circuit after it is preserved and restored by Marquis Auto Restorations!