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The Cadillac V-16 was company's top-of-the-line car from its January 1930 launch until production ceased in 1940 as the war in Europe hurt sales. All were finished to custom order, and the model was built in very small numbers; only 4,076 cars were constructed in the eleven years the model was offered. The majority of these were built in the single years of 1930 before the Great Depression really took hold. This was the first V-16-powered car to reach production status in the United States.
The 1934 catalog listed 52 Cadillac V16 body styles, yet only 56 were produced.
This one and only example of outstanding American coachwork by Fleetwood is the graceful 1934 Victoria Styled Convertible Coupe. Long, sleek, and perfectly proportioned in every detail, these Cadillacs were the largest cars produced in the U.S. at that time. The 21-foot 6-inch vehicle rides on a 154-inch wheelbase and is powered by the V16 engine producing 185 horsepower, coupled to a three-speed synchromesh transmission, and weighs 6,100 pounds.
This Cadillac features telescopic bumpers, bumper guards, wheel shields, a Delco Master radio, and a V-16 185 horsepower engine with a 3-speed synchromesh transmission (a Cadillac invention in 1927).
The original owner shipped this Cadillac to Paris, France several times on extended trips. This car also holds the honor of being the centerfold of the GM book, 'The First 75 Years of Transportation Products.'
The 1934 catalog listed 52 Cadillac V16 body styles, yet only 56 were produced.
This one and only example of outstanding American coachwork by Fleetwood is the graceful 1934 Victoria Styled Convertible Coupe. Long, sleek, and perfectly proportioned in every detail, these Cadillacs were the largest cars produced in the U.S. at that time. The 21-foot 6-inch vehicle rides on a 154-inch wheelbase and is powered by the V16 engine producing 185 horsepower, coupled to a three-speed synchromesh transmission, and weighs 6,100 pounds.
This Cadillac features telescopic bumpers, bumper guards, wheel shields, a Delco Master radio, and a V-16 185 horsepower engine with a 3-speed synchromesh transmission (a Cadillac invention in 1927).
The original owner shipped this Cadillac to Paris, France several times on extended trips. This car also holds the honor of being the centerfold of the GM book, 'The First 75 Years of Transportation Products.'
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1934 Cadillac Model 452D V16 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Cadillac Model 452D V16
(Data based on Model Year 1934 sales)
1934 Cadillac V-16 Fleetwood Aerodynamic Coupe Sold for USD$940,000 2023 Broad Arrow : Monterey Jet Center | |
1934 CADILLAC V-16 SERIES 452 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN Chassis#: 5100040 Sold for USD$462,631 2015 Bonhams : The Frederiksen Auction | |
1934 Cadillac V-16 Convertible Sedan by Fleetwood Sold for USD$825,000 2013 RM Auctions - Arizona | |
1934 Cadillac V-16 452D Two-Passenger Stationary Coupe Chassis#: 5776 Sold for USD$396,000 2012 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auction | |
1934 Cadillac V-16 452D Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 5100040 Sold for USD$550,000 2012 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auction | |
1934 Cadillac Sixteen Custom Roadster Chassis#: 5100137 Sold for USD$1,001,000 2012 RM - Milhous Collection, Fla | |
1934 Cadillac 452D Fleetwood Sold for USD$616,000 2007 Gooding & Company | |
1934 Cadillac V16 Formal Sedan Chassis#: 5100024 Sold for USD$83,600 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall |
Cadillac Model 452D V16s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1934 Cadillac Model 452D V16's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1934 CADILLAC V-16 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN | 2024 Gooding : Amelia Island | $500,000 | $650,000 | ||
1934 Cadillac 452D V-16 Fleetwood Aerodynamic Coupe | 5100034 | 2021 Mecum : Monterey | |||
1934 Cadillac 452D V-16 Fleetwood Aerodynamic Coupe | 5100034 | 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | |||
1934 Cadillac 452D V-16 Fleetwood Aerodynamic Coupe | 2021 Mecum : Glendale | ||||
1934 Cadillac Fleetwood V16 Town Sedan Limo | 2016 Amelia Island Select : Hollywood Wheels | ||||
1934 Cadillac 452-D V-16 Convertible Sedan | 2009 Bonhams Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club | $220,000 | $240,000 |
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1934 Cadillac Model 452D V16
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Convertible Sedan w/Divider (Modified V Windshield)
Coachwork: FleetwoodDesigner: Harley Earl
Engine #: 5100040
Convertible Sedan w/Divider (Modified V Windshield)
Coachwork: FleetwoodDesigner: Harley Earl
Engine #: 5100038