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All 1946 Cadillacs were a continuation of pre-war styling and engineering with the unpopular 63 and 67 Series being dropped. Features common to each series included:

  • dual downdraft carburetors
  • Torbend disc clutch
  • directional signals
  • knee action wheels
  • double ride stabilizers
  • permanently lubricated universals
  • ball bearing steering
  • mechanical fuel pump
  • oil bath air cleaner
  • intake silencer
  • automatic choke
  • Synchromesh transmission
  • sealed beam lighting
  • front coil springs
  • Super-Safe hydraulic brakes
  • wax lubricated rear springs
  • hypoid rear axle
  • slotted disc wheels
  • low pressure tires
  • large luggage compartments
  • safety plate glass throughout

Cadillac's lowest-priced Series 61 line was based on the General Motors' B-Body, also used on cars in the Buick 40, Olds 70 and Pontiac 26 and 28 series. Fastback styling characterized the two available body styles which saw a late production startup in May, 1946. Standard features included

  • small hub caps
  • a wider, more massive grille
  • bullet-shaped front and rear fenders
  • skirted rear wheel openings
  • chrome-plated rear fins

The gas filler cap was located under the rear signal lamp.

I. D. DATA

  • Cadillac serial numbers matched the motor numbers and were used for all license, insurance and identification purposes.
  • For 1946 they were located on the right-hand side of the engine crankcase, just above the water pump, and on the right frame side member, behind the motor support.
  • Numbers 5400001 to 5402975 appeared on Series 61 models.

STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
46-6161072-doorClub Coupe5$20521884 kg800
46-6161094-doorSedan5$21761920 kg2,200
46-61  Chassis only   1

ENGINE

1946 Cadillac

1946 Cadillac

TypeV-8 L-head.
BlockCast iron block.
Displacement5.678 Liter
Bore and stroke88.9mm x 114.3mm
Compression ratio7.25:1.
Brake horsepower150 hp @ 3400 rpm
Power112 kW @ 3400 rpm
Main 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).

CHASSIS

ModelWheelbaseOverall LengthFront TreadRear TreadTires
Series 613200mm5461mm1499mm1600mm7.00 x 15
Series 623277mm5588mm1499mm1600mm7.00 x 15
Series 60S3378mm5690mm1499mm1600mm7.00 x 15
Series 753454mm5766mm1499mm1600mm7.50 x 16