1931 | Cadillac 452 B Town Coupe
- Status:
- Preview
- Estimate:
- CHF 40,000 - CHF 45,000
- Ends at:
- 26/10/2026, 03:45:00 am AEDT
For sale is an exceptional 1931 Cadillac V-16 452B Town Coupe – an extremely rare and prestigious pre-war automobile from Cadillac’s golden era.
The car was extensively and to a very high standard restored in the 1980s. The quality of the restoration carried out at that time is still clearly evident today. Overall, the vehicle is in very good and well-maintained condition and presents an exceptionally impressive appearance.
The legendary Cadillac V16 with 452 cu in (approx. 7.4 litres displacement) is one of the most fascinating engines in American automotive history and epitomises the technical and luxurious pinnacle of its era.
The Cadillac has been driven regularly, albeit only rarely, since its high-quality restoration in the 1980s. Due to its age and limited annual use, some servicing and adjustment work is required. This includes, in particular, lubrication work and, if necessary, adjustments to the carburettor and ignition.
The oil pressure gauge and fuel gauge are currently not working. When the throttle is released abruptly, second gear pops out.
Further technical defects not currently identified cannot be ruled out due to the age and nature of the vehicle.
The vehicle comes with:
No further extensive documentation is available.
This Cadillac V-16 combines rare engineering, an imposing appearance and a high-quality restoration. The 452B is one of the great icons of American automotive history and impressively embodies the era in which Cadillac set the standards with large-displacement V16 engines, elaborate engineering and luxurious equipment.
With its elegant Town Coupe body, classic wire wheels, elaborately designed interior and impressive V16 engine, this Cadillac is a vehicle with exceptional presence.
A very beautiful and extremely rare Cadillac for collectors and enthusiasts of high-quality pre-war automobiles.
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This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.

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