Cadillac 1937 LaSalle VVI Information page 79

A chromed belt moulding of stainless steel extends from
the radiator casing to the rear of the car. It is of modern
colonial design and matches the long, closed grip door han-
dles. These sweep close to the body, eliminating the danger
of catching clothes.
Running boards have also received beauty treatment in
the use of chromed finishing plates. They are separate from
the fenders which prohibits the collection of snow, ice and
dirt which is unsightly and damaging to the fender finish.
The rear fenders* appearance reflects their sturdiness and
are fully skirted. The new tail
lamps fit smoothly into the rear
fenders and are an object of
beauty as well as utility. The
lens are semi-octagonal in shape,
which throws light well over the
road, making backing at night
easy. These also provide unusual
illumination for the rear of the
car — another factor in night
driving safety. Directly beneath
each lamp is a red reflector button as a factor of safety in
case of burned out bulb.
REAR VIEW
The large, built-in trunk is form fitting and an integral
part of the body. The full length trunk lid is held by two
heavy external hinges and when
open is supported by a self-lock-
ing spring arm. In this position
immediate access to the trunk in-
terior is afforded where there is
plenty of room for four cases.
The spare tire is carried beneath
the platform for easy removal.
Two passenger Coupe models
carry the spare tire in the same
manner and also have a large
luggage compartment behind the
Accessible, Roomy Trunk.
interior seat. The rear deck lid
now opens from the body floor level facilitating access to
the spacious, watertight rear luggage compartment. The
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