f‘inest documents ever written. It was published following
the introduction
of
the first production V8 engine,
which was standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the
1915 model.
Many Cadillac “firsts” have followed over the years,
including the synchro-mech clashless transmission, a
nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate
glass, chrome plating and the first car to be designed by
a stylist (1927 LaSalleMarley Earl). The
’30s
witnessed
production of the powerful, smooth and quiet V12 and
V16
engines. The crisp, contemporary lines of the 1938
60
Special series ushered in a new era in styling.
VI
6
Engine
During World War 11, shortly after Pearl Harbor,
Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time
since 1902
in
order to construct light tanks, combat
vehicles and internal parts for Allison V1710 engines.
Two
Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra-Matic
transmissions were used in each MSAI and
M24
tanks.
1931 VI
6
Sport
Phaeton
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