Vehicle Description
This 1930 Cadillac Series 353 Coupe is a beautifully restored and
well maintained pre-war CCCA Full Classic with wonderful options.
Heading into the 1930 model year, Cadillac had big plans. First,
Cadillac had planned to release new V8 models, and then cement
itself atop the American luxury automaker hierarchy with the debut
of its brand new V-16 models. When Cadillac introduced its new 1930
Series 353 product line in September 1929, it seemed as if
everything was going in accordance the GM marque's plan. That is
until October 29, 1929, otherwise known as "Black Tuesday," when
the Stock Market crashed and sent the world's economy plunging into
the Great Depression. Shortly thereafter, it would become evident
that the upcoming 1930 model year would prove to be tough year for
America's automakers, and Americans as a whole. For a marque like
Cadillac, sitting at the high-end of the luxury car market, the
effects of the Depression were immense since many of their
customers' net worths were wiped out in nearly an instant and they
no longer had the purchasing power needed to buy a brand new
Cadillac. As such, Cadillac production took a major decline in
1930, building nearly 40% fewer Cadillacs in 1930 than in 1929.
Nonetheless, the 1930 Cadillac Series 353s were gorgeous with such
beautiful proportions sitting atop a nice long stance. On the
hoods, vertical ventilated louvers were added so to extend nearly
the full length of the hoods. Moreover, the windshields were raked
back a bit, adding to the modern look. The bodies were also a bit
wider to improve passenger's comfort. Moreover, the 1930 Cadillacs
were impressive on the mechanical side as well with the inclusion
of a higher displacement, higher output L-head V8 engine, that was
enlarged from 341 cubic inches in 1929 all the way up to 353 cubic
inches. This new bored out Cadillac V8 configuration would
ultimately serve as the namesake for the 1930 Cadillac V8 models.
Recently, this '30 Cadillac 353 Coupe was selected for and
participated in the 2024 10,000 Lakes Concours D'Elegance
demonstrating its fantastic quality, desirability, and rarity among
collectors. Under the louvered hood on this 1930 Cadillac is a 353
Cubic Inch L-Head V8 engine fed by a single barrel carburetor that
together were said to have produced 96 horsepower when new. The
namesake 353 V8 is mated to selective synchromesh 3 speed manual
transmission with synchros in 2nd and 3rd gear. Exhaust exits the
353 Cadillac V8 via a single port exhaust setup. This 1930 Cadillac
V8 Coupe is nicely appointed with many options. At the nose, the
radiator sits below a chrome "Flying Goddess" hood ornament and the
radiator is tucked behind a chrome stone guard. Sitting below the
radiator is a pair of auxiliary Trippe driving lights that improve
nighttime visibility while cruising down the road. Moving down the
sides of this '30 Cadillac Series 353, a set of dual sidemounted
spare tires sit in the fender wells and each is topped with chrome
outside mirror. A pair of glass wind wings are mounted on either
side of this 1930 Cadillac Coupe further adding to the upscale look
and feel of the car. The rear of this Cadillac Coupe is capped off
with a pair of golf club doors and an optional rear-mounted trunk
rack so that you can bring all of your belongings with you on a
long weekend or car cruise. Taking neighborhood kids, you
grandkids, or even your mother-in-law for a ride is super fun
thanks to a rear "deck seat," which aficionados know was Cadillac's
official name of the rumble seat. This 1930 Cadillac V8 rides on a
set of wide whitewall tires mounted on painted wire wheels accented
with chrome Cadillac hubcaps. The exterior of this '30 Cadillac
Coupe has been refinished in a gorgeous paint scheme consisting of
Claret Red over Black, and the top has been recovered in beautiful
black textured vinyl. The chrome and brightwork around the exterior
of this '30 Cadillac V8 Coupe is in fantastic condition and
completes the exterior look of the car. The interior of this 1930
Cadillac Series 353 2/4 Passenger Coupe is absolutely stunning! The
tufted front bench seat has been reupholstered in beautiful Silver
Grey Broadcloth as have the matching door panels, headliner,
visors, and storage compartment located behind the seat. The rear
deck seat was reupholstered in beautiful grey vinyl that is
accented with folding wooden armrests. The color-matched grey
carpeting, woodgrain dash and window accents, interior chrome
hardware and passenger door ashtray, chrome rearview mirror, and
steering wheel are all in wonderful condition and appear to retain
the stock appearance and configuration. The instrument cluster is
equipped with a 120 MPH rotary-style speedometer, temperature
gauge, amp gauge, oil pressure gauge, and fuel gauge, along with a
Jaeger clock, all of which sit below dash lights. Whether you're
buying your very first classic car or you're adding to an existing
collection of pre-war classics, this 1930 Cadillac Series 353 Coupe
would make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at
763-428-7337!
*353 Cu. In. L-Head V8
*Single Barrel Carburetor
*3 Speed Manual Transmission
*96 Horsepower
*Dual Sidemounted Spare Tires Topped w/ Mirrors
*Wide Whitewalls on Wire Wheels w/ Hubcaps
*Southern History
*Claret Red & Black Exterior
*Silver Grey Broadcloth Interior
*Auxiliary Trippe Lights & Rear Luggage Rack
*Stock Instrumentation
*Odometer Reads: 91,402 Miles
