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1936 Cadillac Series 85 Formal Sedan

  • Coachwork by Fleetwood
  • Chassis Number: 4110554
The Cadillac V12 engine was designed by engineer Owen Nacker concurrently with the V-16 which was introduced in 1930. Based on the V-16 architecture, the 368 cubic-inch V12 was a 45-degree unit with overhead valves actuated by hydraulic lifters for reduced noise. The V-12 lasted for seven years. By 1936 all Cadillacs had independent front suspension, all-wheel hydraulic brakes, and all-steel bodies. The Series 85 Cadillacs rode on a 138-inch wheelbase.

In 1936, Cadillac produced 901 examples of the V12. This example is a Fleetwood Style 8543 limousine which sold for $5,145 when new. It has a separate Chauffeur's cabin with a convertible top and divider glass. It has been professionally restored and was on display for several years in a museum in Kendallville, Indiana. The engine has fewer than 100 miles since being rebuilt. The exterior is finished in green and there is a new leather top over the driver's compartment. It has twin outside mirrors and dual side-mount spares. Inside, there is seating for seven passengers on a bench seat and two jump seats.

By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2014

2014 Mecum - Monterey

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $90,000 
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $57,000

1936 Cadillac Series 85 Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 85

(Data based on Model Year 1936 sales)
1936 Cadillac Series 85 V-12 Convertible Sedan by Fleetwood
Chassis#: 4A-414
Sold for USD$96,250
  2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey
 
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Convertible Sedan
Sold for USD$137,500
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Seven-Passenger Touring Sedan
Sold for USD$23,650
  2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall
 
1936 Cadillac V-12 Convertible Coupe by Fleetwood
Sold for USD$94,600
  2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall
 
1936 Cadillac V-12 Series 85 Convertible Sedan
Chassis#: 4110797
Sold for USD$198,000
  2015 The Auburn Auction
 
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Formal Sedan
Sold for USD$34,000
  2015 Mecum - Rogers'Classic Car Museum 2015
 
1936 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 85 Limousine
Sold for USD$67,500
  2014 Mecum : Indianapolis
 
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Convertible Sedan
Chassis#: 4110624
Sold for USD$165,000
  2009 Pebble Beach Auction : Gooding & Company
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1936 Cadillac V-12 Five Passenger Sedan
Chassis#: 4110163
Sold for USD$23,000
  2006 The J.C. Stevens Estate Auction
 

Cadillac Series 85s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1936 Cadillac Series 85's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1936 Cadillac V-12 Town Sedan41102822018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall   
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Fleetwood V-12 Formal Sedan 2015 Auctions America California$17,500  
1936 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD SERIES 85 LIMOUSINE41105542014 Mecum Monterey$57,000$75,000$90,000

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1936 Cadillac Series 85

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1936 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
1936 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Town Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
1936 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Formal Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
Chassis #: 4110554
1936 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Convertible Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
Chassis #: 4110624
1936 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Convertible Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood