1996 Cadillac Seville Owner's Manual - Page 8

finest documents ever written. It was published following the introductionof the first production V8 engine, which w s standard in all Cadillacs beginning with the 1915 a model. Many Cadillac "firsts" have followed over the years, including the synchro-mech clashless transmission. a nationwide comprehensive service policy, security plate glass, chrome plating andthe first car to be designed by a stylist (1927 LaSalle/Harley Earl). The '30s witnessed production of the powerful, smooth and quiet V12 and V16 engines. The crisp, contemporary lines of the 1938 60 Special series ushered ina new era in styling. VI4 Engine 4 During World War 11, shortly after Pearl Harbor, Cadillac discontinued car production for the first time since 1902 in order to construct light tanks, combat vehicles and internal parts for Allison V17 10 engines. Two Cadillac V8 engines and Hydra-Matic transmissions were used in each MSAI and M24 tanks. 1931 V I 4 Sport Phaeton vii