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1931 Cadillac V-12 (Fleetwood)

chassis no. 1005414, engine no. 10-5107

Estimate

€ 120.000 - 170.000

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Information

• The meaning of luxury in the 1930s.
• Exclusive: the first and only production Cadillac V 12.
• Perfect in every detail.
• Documented meticulous restoration. Important technical documentation.
• FIVA pass.

Specialist Notes

The Cadillac “V-12” is an exclusive overhead valve V-12 powered luxury car, manufactured from 1930 to 1937. Below only the maker's top-of-the-line V-16, it was built in relatively small numbers. It was Cadillac's first, and is to date, Cadillac's only standard production V-12 automobile. The 1931 V-12 (Model 370A) was introduced in October 1930 and a roadster was used as the pace car at the Indianapolis 500. It had a shorter wheelbase than the V-16 but offered a similar choice of Fisher and Fleetwood semi-custom bodies. It was difficult to tell a Cadillac V-12 from a Cadillac V-16 and, significantly, thanks to its lower price, the V-12 outsold it. The amazing 1931 convertible auctioned was bodied by Fleetwood. Of US origin, it was purchased in 2005 by the current owner who registered it in the Principality of Monaco. Extensive documentation of the complete professional restoration (dating back ten years) and important technical documentation testify to the care that the car has been subjected to. The car, painted in a delightful two-tone ivory/black, is in perfect condition, the soft top is new. Hundreds of details underline the luxury, such as in the passenger compartment where briar wood and embossed and polished aluminum are combined with sumptuous black Connolly leather. Among the accessories, an interesting and rare set of Berg suitcases. Also peculiar is the safety lock on the wire wheel hubs, equipped with white-wall Firestone tires and, finally, the magical deco statuette that adorns the radiator.

Condition report

To request a Condition Report, please contact automotive@finarte.it The department will provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that what Finarte declares with respect to the state of conservation of the objects corresponds only to a qualified opinion and that we are not professional conservators or restorers. We urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. We always suggest prospective buyers to inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition during the exhibition days as indicated in the catalog.

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