Vehicle Description
The 1939 Cadillac Series 60 Special was part of an upper-class
distinction at Cadillac, and so they get treated with care. But
rarely are you going to find this level of survivor. We're told
this was with the original family for nearly 75 years, and you will
be hard-pressed to find a piece of this classic that isn't
original.
General Motors had some of the best-looking bodies around in the
late 1930s, and Cadillac was the cream of the crop. Its handsome
wide flowing fenders and cool bullet-shaped headlights give it a
flowing presence. And the grille design could be used as a
definition of art deco. The brightwork is quite complete, and on a
car like the 60 Special, it also highlights the best details. The
rocker trim shows off the deleted running boards; the big chrome
bumpers have an etched Cadillac script, and the smooth wheel covers
have a golden Cadillac crest at the center. The black paint shows
all the right signs of being original. It has an impressive aged-in
kind of style that looks good while you get to tell the story of
how this was purchased new in October of 1938 - just as the new
1939 models were hitting the streets. And the owner was so proud
that it stayed in his family until 2013.
Luxury in a 1930s car was all about going broad - broad doors,
broad space, and broadcloth. The interior looks and feels
exceptionally original. The detailed upholstery, smooth wood
veneer, good carpeting, complete headliner, and overall
preservation is impressive. And the steering wheel is pure classic
detailed elegance. These Cadillacs were built to last, but none of
the craftsmen at the factory expected the window lamination to stay
intact or panels to not fade over 80+ years. So not everything is
perfect. But we bet you see this the same way we do. It's only
original once. This feels like a rolling time capsule, and the
level of preservation is impressive and deserves to be shared.
With so much originality thus far, it's great to see such an honest
and likely original powerhouse. This 346 cubic-inch flathead V8 was
the envy of big-time movers for the pre-war era. This one keeps
with this car's full authentic presentation, right down to the
generator. These were hardy motors that would go on to power WWII
tanks, and so this robust powerhouse remains a terrific runner
today. It's backed by a three-speed manual transmission that has a
smooth action so that you can get the most out of the V8 without
taking away from the classic luxury driving nature.
The sale comes complete with the original owner's manual and
service manual. This Cadillac sedan is a rare treat with an
exceptionally authentic style. So if you want to be the center of
attention, hurry up and call now!
