American Car Spotters Guide - 1931

1931 Cadillac 452A, which was fitted with a V8.

One of the first Cadillacs fitted with the V16 was the 1931 sedan.

1931 Model 355 Cadillac - the model that introduced synchronised-shifting, or Synchro-Mesh.

1931 Chevrolet Independence Series AE.

The first eight cylinder engine to be offered for Chrysler made its debut in 1931 along with free wheeling. Prices ranged from $885 for the Chrysler Six to $1565 for the Deluxe Eight. Fully automatic spark control was an important new sales feature, and V-shaped radiator shells were a distinct styling departure.