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1937 Cadillac Series 85 Convertible Sedan

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This car is equipped with a V-12 engine, 150 HP which displaced 368 CID - It was the last year for the V-12 Cadillac.

This car has been treated to a comprehensive ground-up restoration. The work was awarded a CCCA First Price in 2006.

Options are front/rear glass divider, dual side mount spares with covers, wheel discs, and flexible steering wheel.

This Model 85 Sedan Convertible is propelled by a 368 cubic-inch, overhead valve V12, producing 150 horsepower. The engine makes extensive use of polished aluminum and has hidden electrical wiring. It also boasts a hydraulic valve lash compensation system which aided in the efficiency and near silent of operation.

Cadillac introduced a new chassis in 1934 that would provide a solid foundation for years to come. It was capable of holding a variety of engines, including a V8, V12, and V16 engine. it spanned 138 inches between the axles and came cloaked in several varieties of bodies.

The last year of V12 availability was 1937.

This car includes many examples of Cadillac's available options, such as twin side-mounted spare tires, a roll-up privacy window, a rear clock, a flexible steering wheel and wheel discs. The interior is cloaked in red leather and wears the traditional woodwork.

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1937 Cadillac Series 85 Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Cadillac Series 85

(Data based on Model Year 1937 sales)
1937 Cadillac 85 V-12 Limousine Coupe
Sold for USD$77,000
  2018 Mecum : Las Vegas
 
1937 CADILLAC V12 FORMAL SEDAN
Chassis#: 4130020
Sold for USD$59,400
  2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction
 
1937 Cadillac Series 85 Convertible Sedan
Chassis#: 4130452
Sold for USD$127,500
  2012 Worldwide - The Auburn Auction
 
1937 CADILLAC V12 FORMAL SEDAN
Chassis#: 4130020
Sold for USD$80,000
  2011 Worldwide Auctions - The Auburn Auction
 
1937 Cadillac Series 85
Sold for USD$118,250
  2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island
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1937 Cadillac V12 Convertible Sedan
Chassis#: 4150222
Sold for USD$104,500
  2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall
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Cadillac Series 85s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1937 Cadillac Series 85's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1937 Cadillac Series 85 V-12 Formal Sedan 2013 Auctions America Auburn Fall$44,000  

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1937 Cadillac Series 85

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1937 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Convertible Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
1937 Cadillac Series 85 vehicle information
Convertible Sedan
Coachwork: Fleetwood
Chassis #: 4150222

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