Cadillac Cadillac Type 53

The Cadillac V8, introduced as the Type 51 (but also the Types 53, 55, 57, 59, and 61) is a large luxury car that was introduced in September 1914 by Cadillac as a 1915 model. It was Cadillac's first V8 automobile, replacing the four-cylinder Model 30, and used the all new GM A platform for the entire series shared with all GM division brands using a 122 in (3,099 mm) wheelbase. The Types 53, 55, 57, 59, and 61 were introduced every year through 1923 with yearly improvements until an all new platform was substantially updated and introduced as the V-63 using the business philosophy called planned obsolescence. It was built at the Cass Street and Amsterdam Avenue factory in Detroit, with the coachwork provided by Fisher Body. The chassis could be purchased separately and sent to the clie…

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About the Cadillac Cadillac Type 53

Transmission
3-speed manual

Overview

The Cadillac Cadillac Type 53 is a car.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the Cadillac Cadillac Type 53 have any recalls?

We currently have no U.S. NHTSA recall campaigns on record for the Cadillac Cadillac Type 53, but always check official sources for the latest safety information.