Vehicle Description
This 1936 Cadillac Series 85 V-12 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan
underwent a comprehensive professional restoration and is an
absolute beauty! Heading into the 1930s, Cadillac had established
itself as one of the most premium brands of luxury motor vehicles.
Although Cadillacs were considered by many at the time to produce
the most luxurious cars, demand for luxury cars plummeted with the
onset of the Great Depression. By 1936, many of Cadillac's luxury
contemporaries such as Duesenberg, Auburn, Cord, Pierce-Arrow,
Peerless, Marmon, and Stutz were either out of business entirely or
very close to it. In an attempt to stave off bankruptcy, Cadillac
(and Packard) introduced lower cost model lines, thereby entering
into the more entry-level market. Nonetheless, the GM marque
continued to produce and sell its high-end luxury automobiles,
albeit at a smaller rate post-Depression. Sitting atop Cadillac's
"Royal Family of Motordom" in 1936 was its V12 models consisting of
the long wheelbase Series 85 and shorter Series 80, and its Series
90 V-16 models. From nearly every angle, the 1936 Cadillacs
featured brand new style. Up front, the '36 Cadillacs were
modernized with a more aerodynamic look comprised of a new "Convex
Vee" grille and a more pronounced vee'd windshield. The side
profile changed quite a bit as well with front hinged doors, that
were considered safer, replacing the older-style "suicide doors."
In the tail, more 1936 Cadillacs sported bustle-back style trunk
which at the time was a more modern design replacing the old
"steamer" trunks and luggage racks found on previous generations of
Cadillacs. From a mechanical perspective, Cadillac also refined its
V-12 engine making them more reliable and the '36 Cadillacs saw the
introduction of hydraulic brakes as well. In total, Cadillac
produced a mere 901 V-12 models in 1936 which makes this particular
example quite a rare piece of automotive history. This 1936
Cadillac Series 85 V-12 is also deemed a Full Classic by the
Classic Car Club of America which means it is eligible for CCCA
events and CARavans. Powering this '36 Cadillac Convertible is a
368 Cubic Inch V-12 engine fed by a pair of single barrel
carburetors that together were said to have created 150 horsepower
when new. The 368 V12 is backed by a 3 speed manual transmission
that is shifted via a floor-mounted shifter. Exhaust exits the
Cadillac V12 via a single exhaust setup that generates a smooth
throaty sound out the rear. This CCCA Full Classic comes equipped
with several desirable options pre-war options! Dual covered
sidemounted spare tires give this Cadillac V12 Convertible a truly
elevated look. Riding on a set of wide whitewall tires mounted on
painted steel wheels accented with Cadillac wheel discs, which give
this '36 Fleetwood Cadillac a gorgeous look while cruising down the
road. The beige cloth convertible top is in wonderful condition and
is raised and lowered manually. The exterior chrome and brightwork
is in fantastic shape and further adds to the exceptional
appearance of this Cadillac V-12 Convertible Sedan. The steel body
by Fleetwood was been refinished in beautiful black paint that
completes the exterior look of this classic pre-war Cadillac. The
interior of this 1936 Cadillac Series 85 Convertible is absolutely
stunning! The front and rear bench seats have been reupholstered in
gorgeous red leather. The matching red door panels, red carpeting,
painted dash, and optional flexible banjo-style steering wheel are
all in great shape as well and all appear to retain a nice stock
appearance. The rear passenger cabin comes outfitted with
door-mounted ashtrays, a cigar lighter, clock, and crank-up divider
window. The instrument cluster is equipped with a 110 MPH
speedometer, temperature gauge, oil pressure gauge, amperes gauge,
and gasoline gauge, along with a clock. The dash is finished off
with an AM radio, locking glovebox, cigar lighter, and various
mechanical controls. Whether you're adding to an existing
collection of Classic Car Club of America Full Classics or you're
buying your very first classic car, this 1936 Cadillac Series 85
V-12 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan would make an excellent choice.
Give Ellingson's a call today at 763-428-7337!
*368 Cu. In. V-12
*Dual Single-Barrel Carburetors
*3 Speed Manual Transmission
*150 Horsepower
*Hydraulic Drum Brakes
*1 of 901 V-12 Models Produced
*Comprehensive Frame Off Restoration
*Fleetwood Body Refinished in Black
*Reupholstered Red Leather Interior
*Beige Cloth Convertible Top
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 72,408 Miles
