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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
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 | |
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.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1936 Cadillac V-12 Town Sedan | 4110282 | 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |||
1936 Cadillac Series 85 Fleetwood V-12 Formal Sedan | 2015 Auctions America California | $17,500 | |||
1936 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD SERIES 85 LIMOUSINE | 4110554 | 2014 Mecum Monterey | $57,000 | $75,000 | $90,000 |
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