Vehicle Description
This 1937 Cadillac Series 75 Convertible Sedan with Imperial
Division is a gorgeous, extensively restored Fleetwood-bodied
pre-war divider window-equipped convertible that is ready to be
taken on the next Classic Car Club of America CARavan. 1937 was a
momentous year for Cadillac, the most premium, most luxurious brand
in General Motors portfolio, with the marque nearly doubling its
sales from the prior year. Having emerged from the worst financial
crisis in American history, the Great Depression, Cadillac was one
of only a few surviving luxury automakers with the Depression
leading to the demises or imminent demises of many of its
contemporaries including Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg, Marmon, Peerless,
Stutz, and Pierce-Arrow. To survive, Cadillac, in part, relied on
the sales of its less-expensive models and on its less expensive
companion brand LaSalle, taking a similar approach to Packard who
also was able to survive. While Cadillac was selling less expensive
cars during these years, it also kept producing the high-end, long
wheelbase, often-chauffeured and ultra-high luxury cars as well,
such as its V-12 and V-16 models. The richest of the rich,
especially those left unscathed by the Depression, still wanted
cars that were luxurious, beautiful, and powerful, however by 1937
fewer of these folks remained and 1937 actually marked the end of
Cadillac's V-12. The 1937 Cadillac bodies were largely left
unchanged from the previous year and they were still being built by
either Fisher or the more prestigious Fleetwood. Of course,
Cadillac did make some styling changes to diffentiate its new 1937
models from the previous year. Up front, the most notable update
occurred in the grille which was now comprised of a die-cast "Egg
Crate" design. The front fenders were also restyled a bit,
appearing to come to peak in the center. The front and rear chrome
bumpers also underwent a redesign, now featuring a Cadillac Crest
in the center. Like virtually all Cadillac produced up until this
point, the 1937 Cadillac interiors were extremely plush and
luxurious further reinforcing Cadillac's reputation for producing
the best cars in the United States. In total, Cadillac produced a
mere 4,232 of its premium V8 Series 70 and 75 models across all of
the 20+ body styles, which makes this particular Convertible Sedan
with its Imperial Division an ultra-rare, pre-war luxury car. Like
all Cadillacs of this model year, this 1937 Series 75 has been
deemed a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) and
therefore qualifies for all CCCA events and CARavans should you
wish to participate. This particular '37 Cadillac Convertible comes
to us from an esteemed owner who carefully and meticulously
stewarded this beauty for the majority of the last decade. A 346
Cubic Inch L-Head V8 paired with a Stromberg Single 2 Barrel
carburetor propels this incredible pre-war Cadillac down the road
with ease and is said to have produced 135 horsepower when new. The
346 V8 is mated to a 3 speed manual transmission that is shifted
with a floor mounted shifter, making this '37 Cadillac Convertible
a fun and easy car to take on an afternoon cruise. Exhaust exits
this Cadillac 75's L-Head power plant via single tailpipe, topped
with a chrome exhaust deflector, generating a wonderfully smooth
sound from the rear. This 1937 Cadillac Series 75 comes equipped
with many desirable upgrades and options! Riding on a set of wide
whitewall radial tires mounted on color-matched painted steel
wheels and accented with Cadillac encrusted chrome wheel discs,
this '37 Series 75 Convertible has an outstanding look and even
better ride. Optional dual covered side-mounted spare tires further
elevate the upscale appearance of this pre-war luxury convertible.
To improve starting and overall drivability, this 1937 Cadillac 75
Convertible Sedan has also been equipped with an electric fuel pump
which is a wonderful upgrade to any pre-war automobile. Dual chrome
outside mirrors are another welcome addition since they greatly
improve visibility, whether you're cruising down the road or trying
to squeeze into a tight parking space at the local CCCA car show.
The front and rear chrome bumpers have each been outfitted with a
pair of chrome bumper guards that both augment the luxurious look
of the car and provide for a bit more protection to the bumpers.
Mounted above the front bumper are a pair of amber-colored,
Cadillac-branded fog lights further improving visibility low light
situations should the need arise. Tucked underneath the tan canvas
boot is a manually-operated tan cloth convertible top that provides
a wonderful contrast to the overall look of the car. The
Fleetwood-build body on this 1937 Cadillac Convertible has been
correctly refinished in Admiral Blue paint that completes the
exterior look of this outstanding example. This 1937 Cadillac
Series 75 Fleetwood Convertible Sedan is absolutely stunning! The
front and rear bench seats, along with the door panels, seat back,
robe cord, and armrests, have all been correctly reupholstered in
Blue Imperial Antique Leather and all show particularly well. The
front seat back and door panels are also all topped with gorgeous
burl wood trim that amplifies the luxurious look and feel of this
Cadillac's interior cabin. The rear passenger compartment is
wonderfully optioned with a clock, pass-around cigar lighter, dual
ash receivers, and a pair of footrest hassocks, and it is separated
from the front by an Imperial Division roll-up glass divider
window. The driver will be delighted with full instrumentation
including a 100 MPH speedometer, temperature gauge, oil pressure
gauge, battery gauge, and fuel gauge. The dash is finished off with
a full-size clock, locking glovebox, ash receiver, pass-around
cigar lighter, throttle control, and even an AM radio. Whether
you're buying your very first classic car or you're wanting to add
another gorgeous Pre-War classic to your existing collection, this
1937 Cadillac Series 75 Convertible Sedan with Imperial Division
would make an excellent choice. Give Ellingson's a call today at
763-429-7337!
