1927 Cadillac 341-A V-8 Tourer

Coachwork by Fisher

314.5ci Side Valve V8 Engine
Single Updraft Carburetor
83bhp at 3,000rpm
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Front and Rear Semi-Elliptical Leaf Spring Suspension
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes

*Used by Eleanor Roosevelt in 1935
*Documented by extensive report by noted historian Ray Djuff
*Rosevelt and his party on historic trip through Glacier Park in 1935
*Documented by a copy of its Cadillac build sheet

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This particular Cadillac touring car was built in 1927. It was one of 7 special touring cars ordered by Howard Hays Sr, President of the Glacier Park Transport Company. Built on a full 150-inch wheelbase, these cars were truly imposing and possessed many features not commonly seen on other Cadillacs. This included special split rim wheels for the fitment of Heavy-duty tires, a large trunk compartment built into the back of the body, and compartments for snow chains. The original purchase price was $5,633, not a small sum in 1927.

These cars were also painted a distinctive shade of red which matched the color of mountain ash berries that were common in the park. Being used within the park to transport various VIP guests in the park, they were the pride of Glacier Park Transport Company for many years.

The history on this particular car seems to be rather interesting. When it was delivered to Glacier Park, it was assigned the fleet number 156. During this time period, President Franklin D. Roosevelt visited the park, and he and his entourage went on an epic tour along the recently completed 'Going to the Sun' road. This car was assigned to be the transport of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and used on an extensive tour of the park. Driver Andrew Miller was assigned the car for this fairly epic drive on rather primitive roads, with some of the way along the treacherous mountain cliffs.

Accompanying the car is an extensive report by noted historian of the Gear Jammer Trust, Roy Djuff. The car would remain in Glacier Transport Company fleet through the 1930s and past WWII. According to documents that were provided by Mr. Djuff, the car was stationed at Prince of Wales Hotel in Watertown on the Canadian side of the park. In the excerpt from the records, it is revealed that in 1955 the car was no longer listed as a fixed asset of the company, indicating that the car had been sold.

The consigner acquired the car in 2008. In 2013 the car went out for the 75th anniversary tour of FDR historic journey. The car performed flawlessly was even pictured with Kate Roosevelt, Eleanor Roosevelt's granddaughter.

Today, it seems to be very well preserved and retains its original side curtains and snow chains. It is still finished in the same color in which it was painted originally. The black interior retains its occasional seats and folding rear windscreen.

This particular Cadillac is a unique piece of motoring history thanks to the fact it ferried Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the most well-known First Ladies, on the first presidential visit to Glacier National Park. It would make a fantastic addition to any collection or museum or for the person that wants to tour with abundant luggage or passengers.