1938 Cadillac Series 90 V-16 Convertible Coupe
VIN: 5270289
This grand Cadillac was ordered new through the Scotts Smith
Cadillac Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. According to the
original General Motors build sheet, this car was originally fitted
with an Imperial Limousine body. Acquired in 1952 by Mr. James
Kiser of Wisconsin, he and his family would keep the car for over
half a century. Retaining its original engine and transmission—as
well as its optional radio and aerial specified on the build
sheet—the Limousine body was removed and an exacting restoration
was done with a Convertible Coupe body from a Series 75. Virtually
identical to the Series 90 body, the Series 75 body was fitted in
the 1980s by Russell Jackson and it is understood that the car was
subsequently featured in a contemporary issue of the Cadillac
Club's magazine The Self Starter detailing the careful work
completed to exactingly recreate one of the ten original Series 90
Convertible Sedans. Finished in Italian Cream over red leather,
this nicely finished V16 Convertible Coupe is a CCCA® Full Classic
and would make an excellent tour and event car. Most recent the
car's rich leather interior was redone and shows well. This last of
the V16 Cadillacs possesses all of the luxury and refinement
associated with its more exalted predecessor yet offers superior
roadability. Today this rare model enjoys well deserved classic
status.
