1918 CADILLAC SPEEDSTER REPRODUCTION

OVERVIEW

This 1918 Cadillac Speedster reproduction is powered by a Cadillac 346ci flathead V8 backed by a Cadillac three-speed manual transmission. Features include brass lighting, a brass radiator shell, a rear-mounted travel trunk, a Rushmore searchlight, and a hand-operated mechanical fuel pump. Finished in yellow and black and furnished with black vinyl seating, this Cadillac Speedster reproduction is available now and comes from the selling dealer with a clear Massachusetts title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

The exterior is finished in yellow with black fenders. Features include a four-piece hood, a brass radiator shell, brass cowl lights, a cowl-mounted brass Rushmore searchlight, a body-color fuel tank, a hand-operated mechanical fuel pump, a rear-mounted travel trunk, a rear-mounted spare tire with a black vinyl cover, and a brake light with a stop emblem. The selling dealer states that some areas on the body have been touched up and the wooden trunk shows signs of weathering and needs to be refinished.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

A set of black and yellow 12-spoke wooden wheels with Cadillac-branded center caps is wrapped in bias-ply tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The bench seat in upholstered in tufted black vinyl. Features include a body-color seat frame, a four-spoke wooden steering wheel with throttle and spark advance adjustments, a wooden dashboard, a steering column-mounted oval windshield, and a tread-plate floor panel.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

A speedometer and gauges for the fuel level, amperage, oil pressure, and coolant temperature are mounted ahead of the driver. The selling dealer states the true mileage on this vehicle is unknown and that the functional Keyless Auto Clock pictured in the gallery to the right has been removed for oiling and polishing.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Power is provided by a Cadillac 346ci flathead V8 and backed by a Cadillac three-speed manual transmission. Engine bay features include a red engine block and heads, a cast iron intake manifold, and a single-barrel carburetor. The selling dealer states that the car performs and handles well. Videos of the engine starting and running can be seen below.

UNDERCARRIAGE

This vehicle is equipped with a solid front axle and a solid rear drive axle. Braking is provided by mechanical rear drums. A single exhaust system exits at the rear.