The Cadillac V-16 stunned the world and placed the GM marque at the forefront of America’s luxury car market upon its introduction at the New York International Auto Show on January 4, 1930. Cadillac offered the smooth and powerful new V-16 in a variety of different body styles, from sporting offerings like the roadster and sport phaeton to more practical options such as the imperial limousine and convertible sedan.

This 1930 Cadillac V-16 was sold new via famed dealer Don Lee Cadillac of San Francisco on April 10 of that year as an enclosed Seven-Passenger Imperial Sedan, originally finished in black with Japan Blue lower panels. The car’s subsequent early provenance is not known.

When Cadillac collector and restorer Thomas Young acquired this V-16 in April 2001, the original limousine body was reportedly too corroded to be restored, leading Mr. Young to acquire an appropriate convertible sedan body, Fleetwood style no. 3980, which had originated on an eight-cylinder chassis. After preparing the body in primer, Mr. Young finished the car in medium and light red livery with a contrasting caramel-colored leather interior and a tan cloth soft top. Accessories applied to the car during the restoration included a folding luggage rack and centrally mounted Pilot-Ray driving light. This Convertible Sedan offers Classic Era enthusiasts the opportunity to enter the exciting world of open Cadillac V-16 motoring.

*Please note that this vehicle is titled by its engine number. Please also note that this vehicle has been in long-term static storage and may require mechanical attention prior to any regular road use.