1939 Cadillac Series 75 Convertible Sedan

The Cadillac Series 75 was introduced in 1936 as the company's top-of-the-line V8 model, a step above the Series 60 line. Initially, they were offered with both Fleetwood and Fisher bodies. By 1938 only bodies from Fleetwood could be had. The list of available bodies remained extensive with no less than a dozen different all-steel body styles offered in 1939 from formal and upright limousines to two- and four-door open cars.

The styling was becoming more modern, with the trunk neatly integrated into the body. The 141-inch wheelbase provided ample space for luggage and occupants.

This Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan was the last of just thirty-seven examples that were produced that year. The original owner was the *** of Harrison A. Williams who was to become a Congressman and eventually the first four-time Senator in the history of New Jersey. The Williams family would own the car for approximately two decades before it was sold to a family in New York State. It would have three more caretakers before coming into the possession of its current caretaker, who purchased it in June 2011. A comprehensive refurbishment of the car began a short time later.

The Convertible Sedan has been completely repainted in its original Carolina Green, and re-chromed where needed. In May 2015, the Cadillac won 'Best Cadillac' in the 'All GM Car Show' in Woodland Hills, California.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2017