Matchbox – 1913 Cadillac
Scale model of an automobile, the 1913 Cadillac , made by Matchbox . This example is reference Y-6 ¹ , included in the " Models of Yesteryear " series. It is made in England from 1968 to 1976. Metal body painted in gold color, top in brownish-red (maroon). Metal base painted in gold color, comprising in a single element the fenders, running boards and a reproduction of the chassis. Spare tire mounted at the rear. No glazing on the metal windshield. Interior details in plastic, including the black steering wheel and brownish-red seats. Plastic tires detailed with shoulder blocks, spoked rims in metal (brass). No suspension. Removable plastic top. The nominal scale is 1:48 and the overall length is approximately 3.3 in. About 2 oz. This model represents an automobile, a Cadillac 1913 ² with "roadster" bodywork, from 1913, equipped with a 4-cylinder in-line engine with 365.9 cu in ³ and " 40–50 hp " ⁴ (29–37 kW). Top speed was approximately 6...