Cadillac Model D

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4-cylinder
Manufactured for 1905 model year
in-line vertical engine 300.7 cu. in. (bore & stroke = 4⅜ x 5 inches, 4.93-litres, 30.6 fiscal horsepower)
Touring car only
100 inch wheelbase
Cadillac's 1st 4-cylinder car


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