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In 1940, Cadillac offered six series with over 40 body styles divided between them. The Series 72, which rested on a 138-inch wheelbase (2nd largest in the line-up) was available in six body styles plus an additional two 9-passenger business body styles. The appearance of the Series 72 was similar to that of the upscale Series 75, though the Series 72 was three inches shorter. External changes were limited to high-mounted taillights. A mechanical change was the recirculating ball steering. Powering the Series 72 was an overhead valve V8 engine displacing 346 cubic inches and offering 140 horsepower. They had a three-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.
The Series 72 was a one-year-only option.
This 1940 Cadillac Series 72 is a large, seven-passenger Formal Sedan with coachwork by Fleetwood. It is one of a believed 18 produced, and it is one of two known examples, of which this is the only running and driving survivor. The car's original owner was See's Candy family in California. The car still wears its original Cavern Green lacquer, its 'Vogue pattern' tan broadcloth interior, and a padded leather roof covering. The bumpers have been re-plated and the rest of the chrome appears to be in original and excellent condition.
The odometer shows 68,000 miles with the majority of those acquired during its original owners. The car enjoyed 40 years of chauffeured care with those owners.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2013
The Series 72 was a one-year-only option.
This 1940 Cadillac Series 72 is a large, seven-passenger Formal Sedan with coachwork by Fleetwood. It is one of a believed 18 produced, and it is one of two known examples, of which this is the only running and driving survivor. The car's original owner was See's Candy family in California. The car still wears its original Cavern Green lacquer, its 'Vogue pattern' tan broadcloth interior, and a padded leather roof covering. The bumpers have been re-plated and the rest of the chrome appears to be in original and excellent condition.
The odometer shows 68,000 miles with the majority of those acquired during its original owners. The car enjoyed 40 years of chauffeured care with those owners.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2013
2013 RM Auctions - St John's
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $35,000-USD $45,000
Sale Price :
USD $25,000
1940 Cadillac Series 72 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 72
(Data based on Model Year 1940 sales)
1940 Cadillac Series 72 Limousine Sold for USD$34,000 2016 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1940 CADILLAC SERIES 72 Sold for USD$27,000 2015 Mecum - Chicago | |
1940 CADILLAC SERIES 72 Sold for USD$27,000 2015 Mecum - Chicago | |
1940 Cadillac Series 72 Seven-Passenger Formal Sedan by Fleetwood Chassis#: 7321351 Sold for USD$25,000 2013 RM Auctions - St John's |
Cadillac Series 72s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1940 Cadillac Series 72's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1940 Cadillac Series 72 Seven-Passenger Limousine | 2012 Auctions America Auburn Fall | $24,000 | |||
1940 CADILLAC SERIES 72 FLEETWOOD LIMOUSINE | 2011 Auctions America Spring Auburn | $48,000 |
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