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The year 1940 was most important for Cadillac as well as the rest of the automobile industry. In fact, it draws the line between the end of an era and the beginning of another, troubled by the war which was going on in Europe. At this stage, Cadillac had offered the Fleetwood Convertible, one of five models designed for its clientele. The 90 series was engineered with the powerful V-16. This engine gained less popularity and after being available for 11 years, the market for grand luxury cars disappeared primarily because of the war.
A total of fifty-five 1940 Cadillac 90 Series vehicles were produced with the V-16 engine. This car is one of only two Convertible Coupes produced that year. The Series 90 sits on a 141.3-inch wheelbase and is powered by a 431 cubic-inch, V-16 engine developing 185 horsepower. The vehicle weighs 4,970 pounds and sold new for $5,440.
The basic five-passenger Cadillac sedan of 1940 sold for $1,745 with a V-8 but $5,140 with a V-16 - a premium no longer really justified, as Cadillac's V-8 was one of the smoothest engines anywhere. It was the last year for the V16 engine.
Some of Cadillac's most important engineering developments, and some of its most beautiful cars, appeared in the 1940s.
A little over 50 V-16 Cadillacs were produced in 1940. The V-16 had a displacement of 431 cubic inches and developed 185 horsepower. This Convertible Coupe is quite rare with only a few produced.
Cadillac produced the V-16 from 1930 through 1940. The hood of the V-16 was intimidating - larger and longer than any other vehicle produced. Twelve-cylinder engines were rare enough, but only a few manufacturers dared to build a sixteen.
Interestingly, only about 4,000 16's were made during the 11 year run. They were clearly for the wealthy and those with a desire to drive big and drive fast.
This Convertible Coupe is considered one of the rarest and most desirable V16's ever made.
A total of fifty-five 1940 Cadillac 90 Series vehicles were produced with the V-16 engine. This car is one of only two Convertible Coupes produced that year. The Series 90 sits on a 141.3-inch wheelbase and is powered by a 431 cubic-inch, V-16 engine developing 185 horsepower. The vehicle weighs 4,970 pounds and sold new for $5,440.
The basic five-passenger Cadillac sedan of 1940 sold for $1,745 with a V-8 but $5,140 with a V-16 - a premium no longer really justified, as Cadillac's V-8 was one of the smoothest engines anywhere. It was the last year for the V16 engine.
Some of Cadillac's most important engineering developments, and some of its most beautiful cars, appeared in the 1940s.
A little over 50 V-16 Cadillacs were produced in 1940. The V-16 had a displacement of 431 cubic inches and developed 185 horsepower. This Convertible Coupe is quite rare with only a few produced.
Cadillac produced the V-16 from 1930 through 1940. The hood of the V-16 was intimidating - larger and longer than any other vehicle produced. Twelve-cylinder engines were rare enough, but only a few manufacturers dared to build a sixteen.
Interestingly, only about 4,000 16's were made during the 11 year run. They were clearly for the wealthy and those with a desire to drive big and drive fast.
This Convertible Coupe is considered one of the rarest and most desirable V16's ever made.
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1940 Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen
(Data based on Model Year 1940 sales)
1940 Cadillac Series 90 V-16 Imperial Sedan by Fleetwood Chassis#: 5320011 Sold for USD$88,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1940 Cadillac Series 40-90 Model 9029 Five-Passenger Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$100,800 2023 Bonhams : Audrain Concours Auction | |
1940 Cadillac Series 90 V-16 Seven-Passenger Formal Sedan by Fleetwood Sold for USD$84,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction | |
1940 Cadillac V-16 Seven-Passenger Imperial Sedan by Fleetwood Chassis#: 5320045 Sold for USD$66,000 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1940 Cadillac Series 90 V-16 Sport Coupe Chassis#: 5320042 Sold for USD$156,750 2013 Gooding and Company - The Amelia Island Auction | |
1940 Cadillac V-16 Seven-Passenger Formal Sedan Sold for USD$55,000 2012 RM Auctions - St. Johns, Michigan | |
1940 CADILLAC MODEL 9053 OPEN DRIVER TOWN CAR Chassis#: 5320038 Sold for USD$80,000 2011 Worldwide Auctions - The Auburn Auction | |
1940 Cadillac Series 90 V-16 Sport Coupe Sold for USD$176,000 2010 Gooding and Company - Pebble Beach Auctions | |
1940 Cadillac Imperial Sedan 7-Passenger Limousine Sold for USD$73,500 2008 Leake Auctions - Tulsa - 36th Annual - QuikTrip Center | |
1940 Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen Sold for USD$82,500 2008 Automobiles of Amelia Island, RM Auctions | |
1940 Cadillac V16 Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 5320030 Sold for USD$313,500 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island |
Cadillac Series 90 Sixteens That Failed To Sell At Auction
1940 Cadillac Series 90 Sixteen's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1940 Cadillac 90 Town Car | 2009 Mecum Monterey Auction | $55,000 |
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