1936 CADILLAC

In 1936 six models were available:

1. Model 36-60 (straight eight engine)
2. Model 36-70 (V-8 engine)
3. Model 36-75 (V-8 engine)
4. Model 36-80 (V-12 engine)
5. Model 36-85 (V-12 engine)
6. Model 36-90 (V-16 engine)

Model 36-60

• The Cadillac series 36-60, a new model for 1936 was more than a LaSalle, but less than a full size Cadillac.
• It had the same concept as the LaSalle, but with the Cadillac name.
• It was smaller, shorter, lighter, less powerful, less expensive, but with full Cadillac quality.
• It was also limited to three body styles, by Fisher.
• The Convertible Coupe had a rumble seat, but the closed Coupe had only a small folding seat inside for an extra passenger.
• Both these body styles had a single fenderwell on the side opposite the driver.
• The Vee windshield, grill and fender treatment were the same as on the larger V-8's.
• The engine was the same new engine as in the Fleetwood bodies V-8's, but with a 3/8 in. smaller bore.
• The transmission was the smaller unit, similar to that in the LaSalle.
• Many dimensions were less than on the larger V-8's, to fit the concept of a lower priced, less pretentious, but equally high-quality product.

I. D. DATA

Engine numbers were on top of the crankcase, just behind the fan support.
Starting: 6010001.
Ending: 6016712.

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HISTORICAL NOTES

• Introduced: October, 1935.
• Model year sales: 6712.
• Model year production: 6712.
• The general manager was Nicholas Dreystadt.

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