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!
