1931 Cadillac 370A V-12 For Sale in Rogers , 2146378246 Tweet

This 1931 Cadillac 370A V-12 7-Passenger Dual Windshield Touring Phaeton is the epitome of luxury pre-war cruising and it comes outfitted with loads of outstanding options! By 1930, Cadillac had established itself as a dominant player in the American luxury automobile market, offering high-end V-16 models as well as more accessible Cadillac V8s and LaSalles. In April of that year, Cadillac Motor Car Company president Lawrence P. Fisher announced to Cadillac-LaSalle dealers that the brand would launch a new mid-range vehicle-the 370 Model-equipped with a newly developed V-12 engine. This V-12 was essentially a scaled-down version of the V-16, with four fewer cylinders. Introduced in 1931 as the 370-A, the V12 Cadillacs were well received and sold successfully. However, this success came at the cost of reduced demand for the more expensive V-16 models, as the worsening effects of the Great Depression led many buyers to choose the more affordable V12s, which were still seen as luxurious and impressive. This particular 31 Cadillac V-12 Phaeton comes to us from Arizona-based collectors who showed great care for this CCCA Full Classic following its extensive, meticulous restoration. Under the side-opening louvered hood on this Fleetwood-bodied 1931 V-12 Cadillac is a 368 Cubic Inch V-12 engine fed by a pair of single barrel carburetors that together were rated at 135 horsepower when new. Exhaust exits this Cadillacs V12 powerplant via a dual exhaust system that generates a terrific sound out of the polished exhaust tips. The 368 V12 is backed by 3 speed manual transmission that is shifted via a floor-mounted shifter, and makes for a superb touring driving experience. Being that Cadillac was Americas premier luxury automaker in the early 30s, this 1931 V-12 Phaeton comes loaded with all of the fantastic standard options that instantly elevated Cadillacs above all other pre-war cars along with numerous optional rarely-seen accessories. Notably, the original MSRP of the optional accessories approach $1,000 which equated to almost 20% of the original MSRP of the car itself. With vacuum assisted mechanical brakes front and rear, bringing this 1931 Cadillac 370-A to a complete stop is much easier which is especially important for a car weighing over 5,000 pounds. Riding on a set of optional 7.50-18 wide whitewall tires mounted on chrome wire wheels and accented with Chrome hubcaps emblazoned with the Cadillac crest, this 1931 Cadillac V-12 Dual Windshield Phaeton has an ultra luxurious look whether youre parked at the local CCCA chapters car show or cruising in their CARavan event. Further adding the highly upscale look of this 31 Cadillac are the dual side-mounted matching spare tires, each topped with a chrome Cadillac Metal Cover side view mirror and secured with leather straps. A pair of massive chrome headlights are assisted with a pair of fender topped chrome driving lights as well as a set of optional Pilot Ray driving lights that adjust with the direction of the steering wheel. The chrome-trimmed radiator is protected by a chrome Radiator screen and is topped with the optional Cadillac Goddess hood ornament. Sitting atop the optional trunk rack is an optional metal covered trunk that is color-matched the paint scheme of this gorgeous Cadillac. This Cadillac Phaetons convertible top has been reupholstered in tan fabric with green binding and it is raised and lowered by hand. Also included with this Cadillac V-12 are matching removable canvas side windows that can better enclose the passengers in this open touring car. The all steel Fleetwood body of this 31 Cadillac 370A Phaeton has been repainted in a two-tone paint scheme consisting of Seafoam Green with Camden Green fenders and accents, along with straw colored beltline pinstriping, that together complete the wonderful exterior appearance of this Full Classic Cadillac. This 1931 Cadillac 370A V-12 7-Passenger Dual Windshield Touring Phaetons interior is