1908 Cadillac Model S Runabout

This chain-driven car is powered by a one-cylinder, 7-horsepower engine and was the last year Cadillac used the one-cylinder engine. It is equipped with a planetary transmission with 2-forward and 1-reverse gears. Braking is accomplished by brakes on two wheels; contracting on inboard drums.

Some of the options for the 1908 Cadillac Model G were:
- Headlights, 30 x 3.5-inch tires $50
- Rubber top with side curtains & storm apron $60
- Leather top with side curtains & storm apron $80
- Victoria style top (Factory installed only) $175

This car was restored in 2003 back to the way it left the factory. The body is painted green with red striping and black molding. The chassis is painted Carmine red with gold striping. The upholstery is black hand-buffed leather.

This 1908 Cadillac Model S Tulip Roadster was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $125,000 - $150,000 and offered without reserve. It sold for within the estimated value of $132,000 including the buyer's premium.

There were a total of 2,377 Cadillac cars built in 1908.