finest documents ever written. It was published following
the introduction of the first production V8 engine,
which was standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the
19 15 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 LaSalle/Harley Earl). The
’30s
witnessed
production of the powerful, smooth and quiet
V
12 and
V16
engines.
The crisp, contemporary lines of the 1938
60
Special series ushered in a new era in styling.
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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 V17 10 engines.
Two Cadillac
V8
engines and Hydra-Matic
transmissions were used in each M5AI and
M24
tanks.
1931
VI6
Sport
Phaeton
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