1931 Cadillac Series 355A
Sedan Car for sale by Harwood Motors in Macedonia, Ohio 44056
Estimated payment based on 6.75% APR for 96 months. Down payment of 10% under $100K purchase price, 20% above $100K for well qualified buyers. Terms may vary.
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$49,900
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Classic Car Overview
Beautiful older restoration with brand new interior finished in 2020. Outfitted for touring with Borg-Warner overdrive, turn signals, and trunk. Bulletproof reliable, fast, comfortable tour car that’s welcome almost anywhere!
Restored twice in its 90-year lifetime, this Cadillac wears an AACA National First Prize badge from 1963, when it was first refinished. The two-tone black and gray finish is quite correct and gives the Town Sedan an appropriately elegant appearance that isn’t too stodgy or conservative. The paint on the car today was probably applied in the ‘80s and remains in very good condition, although it is no longer in show condition. Red accents are a wonderful touch and dual sidemounts give this car the same presence as its larger siblings. All the chrome was surely refinished in the ‘80s as well and is holding up very well, with sharp details on the castings and very few signs of age. Accessories include a radiator guard, single Pilot Ray up front, trunk and trunk rack in back (with a second accessory trunk), and metal sidemount covers. It’s an extremely handsome car.
The comfortable interior is all-new, a $10,000 restoration finished in summer 2020. Attractive gray Bedford cord and wool broadcloth upholstery and fresh carpets give it a very authentic look. Standard controls include headlight and throttle levers on the steering wheel hub, along with the usual spark and choke knobs on the dashboard itself. You may also note the large knob just to the left of the steering column as well as the trigger-like device on the shifter—both for the operation of the Borg-Warner overdrive unit mounted amidships. For touring, this car also includes aftermarket turn signals that utilize the fender lights and taillights for visibility, and in 1931, the windshield wipers were electric, so they’re reliable. The back seat is spacious and just as beautifully trimmed and the doors feature restored knobs and handles that sparkle against the fresh broadcloth. There are few cars better outfitted for vintage touring than this Cadillac.
Cadillac’s familiar flathead V8 engine was revised for 1931, now displacing 353 cubic inches and making 95 horsepower. New engine mounts similar to those used on the V16 made it even smoother than before and the intake was now fitted with a silencer/air filter assembly. Rebuilt during the ‘80s restoration, it starts and runs superbly and has been a reliable tour car for decades, never failing to finish a drive. It remains almost completely stock under the hood, including the ultra-rare bakelite distributor cap—the only notable modification is an electric fuel pump in place of the original vacuum tank. It works rather well, insuring fast starts and practically eliminating vapor lock. The engine bay is tidy, albeit not detailed for show any longer, but all the critical parts are there, including the rare carburetor cover and aluminum cooling fan.
That driving experience is enhanced by Cadillac’s industry-changing synchromesh 3-speed manual transmission, which shifts as easily as any modern gearbox. Clutch action is light and there’s enough torque to make most downshifts unnecessary. This car has also been fitted with a Borg-Warner overdrive unit that neatly integrates into the factory torque tube and provides a 30% overdrive so car cruises at 65 MPH with ease. Better yet, the overdrive is 100% mechanical, so there are no electrical issues, no solenoids to fail, and no control switches to add complexity. A fantastic upgrade that completely transforms the driving experience—it’s always relaxed and cruises effortlessly. The suspension is remarkably supple, abetted by the long 134-inch wheelbase and leaf springs that were wrapped in metal gaiters for the first time in 1931, ensuring a quiet, smooth ride. The exhaust has a great V8 sound that’s still Cadillac-appropriate and the 4-wheel brakes are massive and effective. Six red wire wheels were refinished a few years ago and fitted with 7.00-18 Firestone wide whitewall tires.
Extras include the aforementioned spare trunk, jack assembly, a lot of freshly re-chromed handles and knobs, service records, and more.
Early ‘30s Cadillacs are wonderful cars, and this car’s overdrive transforms it into a legitimate high-speed cruiser that can run with the big boys. An extremely high-quality restoration that has aged appropriately and has been properly maintained makes this car versatile, welcome at shows but at home on the road. Reliability is excellent and it’s remarkably easy to drive given its size and weight. It also offers a known history dating back nearly 60 years. Just a fantastic all-around Full Classic that is ready to enjoy immediately. Call now!
For more details and photos, please visit www.HarwoodMotors.com
Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or professional inspections of any car in our inventory prior to purchase.
Vehicle Specifications
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VIN806220
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Classic Car ID101409664
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Stock Number117125
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CategoryAmerican Classics
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Body StyleSedan
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New/UsedUsed
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ConditionFinished
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Mileage61,976 miles
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Engine8 Cylinder
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DrivetrainN/A
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TransmissionManual
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Exterior ColorGray
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Custom ColorN/A
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