1948 CADILLAC
Series 61

Major design changes marked the short wheelbase Cadillacs (series 61) for 1948.



I. D. NUMBERS

Cadillac serial numbers again matched motor numbers and were used for all license, insurance and identification purposes.
They were placed in the same locations as before.
Motor serial numbers 48100001 to 486148663 appeared on 1948 Series 61 models.

STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
48-6161694-doorSedan 5283341505,081
48-6161072-doorClub Coupe5272840683,521
48-61--Chassis only---1

ENGINE

TypeV-8 L-head.
BlockCast iron block.
Displacement346 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke3-1/2 x 4-1/2 inches.
Compression ratio7.25:1.
Brake horsepower150 at 3400 rpm
BearingsThree main bearings.
Valve liftersHydraulic valve lifters.
CarburetorCarter WCD two-barrel (models 595S or 595SA) or Stromberg AAV-26 two-barrel (models 380154 or 380871).

LITERATURE & LINKS




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