Vehicle Description
Beautifully restored Series 328 4-Passenger Phaeton! Gorgeous color
combination of Calais Blue and Galahad Gray! Professionally
restored by John Stinger and recipient of several AACA awards!CCCA
Full Classic! Drives as nice as it looks! One of the nicest in the
world! In the preceding days leading up the Great Depression,
Cadillac Motor Company was introducing several new innovations to
their line-up. With Cadillacs popular LaSalle marque not left out,
these elegant cars now had the cowl lamps relocated to the front
fenders giving off a much more prestigious look. Mechanically,
improvements included a four wheel braking system, a smoother
easier shifting transmission, double-acting Delco hydraulic shock
suspension, fully adjustable front seat, and shatter-proof
Safety-Plate glass. Under the hood for the LaSalle in 1929 was a
328ci L-head V8 engine, hence the Series 328 name was given. We are
very excited to offer this 1929 LaSalle Series 328 4-passenger
Phaeton finished in factory code correct Calais Blue with Galahad
Gray belt panels and wheels! The high gloss black fenders are
matched by a soft black leather interior with black canvas top and
beautifully fitted side curtains. Features include a sporty 125
wheelbase, 3-speed Synchro-Mesh Silent-Shift manual transmission,
dual side-mounted spares with rearview mirrors, wind wings,
rear-mounted trunk, Trippe Safety forward Speedlights, and carpeted
interior. This expertly restored car was preserved for many years
in Westport, Massachusetts parked in a barn through the early
1960s. Upon discovery by George Grew, he drove it home 18 miles
without falter to New Bedford, MA with sincere intentions of
restoring it to its former glory. As time went by, and other cars
came to his attention, he settled on owning an already restored
Simplex and sold this LaSalle on to his friend, John Stinger, who
took on the task. It was enjoyed and shown by Mr. Stinger, and when
the time came to sell it on again, Mr. Grew gladly purchased it
back for his collection. Even today, after the years have passed,
this award winning restoration continues to shine in excellent
shape! As a recipient of several AACA awards from Hershey
gatherings, it was also invited to the 2009 Newport Concours
dElegance in Rhode Island. Mr. Grew was a very active member in the
automotive community being the President of his regional chapter of
the AACA, president of the South Shore Antique Auto Club, member of
the Profile Antique Auto Society, Veteran Motor Car Club of
America, Horseless Carriage Club of America, Pioneer Touring Club,
and on the Massachusetts Association of Antique Auto Club board of
directors. After George Grews passing in February 2011, it traded
hands to another longtime collector and pre-war automobile
enthusiast here in southeastern Missouri. It has since been
beautifully recommissioned and detailed to be ready for shows or
touring. One has to marvel at the factory color selection of this
LaSalle, along with the superb attention to detail of how the
restoration was carried out. It truly is as wonderful to admire
from underneath as it is from above. It starts with complete ease
and idles perfectly! The steering and brakes are tight and
responsive. You would be hard pressed to find one nicer, or any car
with such graceful body stylings! Please feel free to call with
questions or to schedule a chance to view in person. Thanks for
looking!