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)

• 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.

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

• Ninety degree, L-head.
• Eight cylinders.
• Cast iron block (blocks cast enbloc with crankcase).
• Bore & Stroke: 3-3/8 x 4-1/2 in.
• Displacement: 322 cu. in.
• Compression Ratio: 6.25:1.
• Brake Horsepower: 125 @ 3400 rpm
• SAE/Taxible Horsepower: 36.45.
• Main bearings: Three.
• Valve lifters: Hydraulic.
• Carburetor: Stromberg EE-25.

• Wheelbase: 121 in.
• Overall length: 196 in.
• Height: 65-3/4 - 67-1/2 in.
• Front Tread: 58 in.
• Rear Tread: 59 in.
• Tires: 7.00 x 16.

• Selective, synchro transmission.
• Speeds: 3 Forward, 1 Reverse.
• Left Hand Drive, center control, emergency lever at left under panel (RHD opt.).
• Single disc clutch.
• Shaft drive
• Hotchkiss.
• Semifloating rear axle
• Spiral bevel drive.
• Hydraulic brakes on four wheels.
• Disc wheels.
• Wheel size: 16 in.

• Sidemount cover(s): $20.00
• Master Radio: $89.50
• Standard Radio: $54.50
• Heater: $18.50
• Seat covers
• Flexible steering wheel: $16.00
• Trim rings: $1.50 each
• Wheel discs: $4.00 each

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

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