Book, Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75 Limousines 1937-1987

1937–87 Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75 Limousines Photo Archive by Thomas A. McPherson

Photographs and detailed captions trace Cadillac’s long-wheelbase sedans and limousines.

For decades, the Cadillac Fleetwood Seventy-Five represented arrival in more ways than one. Its long-wheelbase sedans and limousines carried business leaders, government officials and entertainment figures, while the eight-passenger sedan and Imperial Limousine occupied a distinctive place at the top of Cadillac’s range. Introduced in 1937, the Series 75 initially offered 11 Fleetwood body styles, ranging from coupes and convertibles to a seven-passenger touring sedan. The 1938 restyling brought the formal long-wheelbase sedan and companion limousine that would become the series’ signature. These cars also attracted commercial livery operators and funeral directors, challenging Packard’s established position in that specialized market. By 1941, the Fleetwood Seventy-Five name was reserved for the long-wheelbase formal sedan and limousine with a glass division. Thomas A. McPherson follows that development through 1987 in this photo archive, pairing photographs with detailed captions that explain the cars and their changing roles. From chauffeured business travel to hotel entrances and ceremonial occasions, the history captures a side of Cadillac ownership far removed from the everyday sedan. The softbound book contains approximately 126 pages, measures 10-1/4 x 8-1/2 inches and includes 180 illustrations.

• Written by Thomas A. McPherson • Cadillac Fleetwood Series 75 history covering 1937–87 • Long-wheelbase sedans and limousines with detailed captions • Approximately 126 pages; softbound, 10-1/4 x 8-1/2 inches • 180 illustrations documenting model development