The Cadillac V‑16, introduced in 1930, was GM’s answer to ultra-luxury performance. Its 1931 Roadster variant featured one of the smoothest and most potent engines of the era (a narrow‑angle V16) and bespoke coachbuilt bodywork tailored to the elite. The result: unmatched refinement, effortless cruising, and an opulent experience that symbolized the pinnacle of American automotive craftsmanship of the early 1930s.