New friend for my GT - a senior citizen

[jaxgt]

Here is a shot of my GT's newest stablemate - a 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz convertible. She's one of only around 800 made in 1958, with far fewer surviving. I've always been a big fan of the 1940's and 1950's Cadillacs and spent quite some time finding the right car.

We'll spend the next few months making some subtle cosmetic improvements to a nicely restored car, hoping to get her ready for the car show circuit (AACA and Cadillac Club events).

 

[Specracer]

That is a beautiful BIG PIMPIN' set of wheels.

Really a stunning car

 

[Empty Pockets]

I wanna '57 so bad I can taste it!

 

[kmillen]

A few years ago my Dad and I purchased and rebuilt a 1959 Cadillac convertible together. It has been one of the most fun cars to work on, drive, and look at.

Congratulations on the new purchase!

 

[Kingman]

...after looking at that interior, all I can think of is a Tim Allen schtick about changing the channel on the stereo. :thumbsup

 

[FB GT40]

Georgous!

Great car. One of my "faves". Have my detail guy - Ausitn Patton - from Greenville, SC come and make her 'whole'. He works wonders. :thumbsup

 

[sandman]

Very cool!

 

[The Grey Ghost]

Nice Mitchell!

Definitely see a pattern starting with the black.

Glad to see you put some of my money to good use.:biggrin


Jeff

 

[skyrex]

Congrats and thanks for posting the pics. She looks perfect. :cheers

 

[DoctorV8]

What a beauty! Congrats!

 

[Shelby#18]

Love the car! If you weren't all the way across the country I'd love to see it in person. A few more photo's wouldn't hurt though. :thumbsup
How about the two 58's side by side.

 

[Hammer]

The very definition of sweeeet ride.

 

[standj]

I always loved the 57's & 58's over the 59's, she looks great!!!!

John

 

[TallCarGuy]

Back in the early 1960's my uncle had a beautiful 1957 Eldorado Seville. I always loved the look of that car. I've been looking for one for several years. Congratulations on a great purchase. Now you are really ready to do some cruzin', - enjoy!

Richard Hille
The GT School

 

[jaxgt]

Thanks Guys !
I thought about the 1957 and 1958's, trying to decide which to pursue. The 1958's have some subtle technological advantages, and some prefer the styling of the 1957's - single headlight, more chrome on the front.
Now, I have to make some room and sell my 1958 Sedan that I've had for a few years.

 

[Kingman]

Big Comfortable Ride!

Big 'Merican Car!!

:thumbsup

 

[jaxgt]

Being a large American (6'5"), I must say I like big 'Merican cars.
Thanks.

 

[The Grey Ghost]

Being a large American (6'5"), I must say I like big 'Merican cars.
Thanks.

It sure is a lot easier to lower the top than it is to lower the seat. :biggrin




Jeff

 

[SYCO GT]

That car has a lot of character! Awesome!

 

[Copenhagen GT]

Excellent choice :thumbsup


:cheers
Anders