A pair of 1938 Cadillacs

Series: 8290001 and UP Cadillac (King RJ Y 14)
(Identification Nos) 3290001 and
UP Cadillac (Queen RJY 15)

Specification
Type of Engine : V8
Bore of Stroke : 3 ½ x 4 ½ in.
Piston displacement : 346 cubic in.
Taxable Horsepower : 39.2

The House of Mewar was amongst the first in India to own a pair of Cadillacs the Convertible and the Saloon. The Cadillac Convertible is still used by Shriji Arvind Singh Mewar of Udaipur at regal ceremonial functions and royal festivals; Ashwa Poojan, Dusshera and Holika Dahan. The Cadillac Saloon on the other hand, is used by the Maharani as her personal car.

The Cadillac Convertible has an extensive history. It was the car used during the visits to Udaipur of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom in January 1960, Jacqueline Kennedy in 1963 and the Late Shah of Iran when he visited Udaipur in 1968.

Brief History
In 1914 the first American water-cooled V8 Engine designed by Henry Leland was employed by Cadillac Co. and put into production. It was a successful maneuver. Cadillac Car USA was also the first to use synchromesh gearboxes. By all standards used for judging and evaluating a fine motor car such as beauty, performance, luxury and distinction, the Cadillac has long been recognized as the standard. These cars are exceptional in their dependability and relative freedom from servicing needs. Technically, the Cadillac is still considered the finest American Luxury car.