This rare 1937 Cadillac Series 85 V12 suffered from a building fire causing significant damage to the car. The damage was caused by falling burning insulation from above the car. As such the paint, interior and chrome and more have been destroyed. However, the V12 engine, drivetrain, chassis, panels may be salvageable. The car did run before the fire, although was in the process of being restored so the radiator was off of the car and the two Detroit lubricator carbonators just been rebuilt and as such were not in the car at the time of the fire. The current status of the engine is unknown, but you'll notice that the air is still in the tires giving hope to the fact that it may not have suffered damage beyond repair. Some vehicle Specs: Engine: 6.0L (368 cubic inches) L-head V12 Horsepower: 135 hp @ 3,400 RPM Torque: 285 lb-ft Carburetor: Dual downdraft Compression Ratio: 6.25:1 Top Speed: ~95 mph Type: 3-speed manual Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD) Wheelbase: 138 inches Front Suspension: Coil springs with independent front suspension Rear Suspension: Semi-elliptic leaf springs Brakes: Four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes Body Style: Convertible Sedan (four-door with a retractable top) Weight: ~4,800-5,000 lbs Seating Capacity: 5-7 passengers Limited production; only a handful remain today Price When New: Approximately $3,600 (a high-end luxury price at the time) This model was a part of Cadillac's prestigious V12 lineup, offering superior smoothness and power, positioned between the V8 and V16 models. It was designed for wealthy clientele seeking both performance and elegance.
