1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham Project

The vintage vehicle is a magnificent 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham, crafted with meticulous care as part of an ongoing project. Hailing from the heart of America's Midwest, Indianapolis, Indiana, this Cadillac is a timeless representation of opulence and engineering prowess from its era. Despite being produced over six decades ago, this Eldorado Brougham bears distinct characteristics that set it apart. Its body is a harmony of curves and lines, designed with a sweeping panoramic windshield and a unique wraparound rear window. The vehicle's exterior features a rich, deep Cadillac Blue paint job, which contrasts beautifully against the chromed bumpers, door handles, and accents around its signature egg-crate grille. The Eldorado Brougham was produced as a limited-edition model, boasting numerous high-end features not typically found in other Cadillac models of that era. It boasts automatic windows and doors, power seats, and an automatically adjustable steering wheel—all innovations uncommon for their time. Furthermore, this rare two-door hardtop model, originally priced at around $13,000 (equal to approximately $125,000 in today's currency), was produced in limited numbers: only 400 units of the Eldorado Brougham are believed to have been manufactured that year. Currently undergoing restoration as part of a project, this historic Cadillac not only embodies the luxury and grandeur of the late 1950s but also encapsulates an important epoch in American automotive history. Once restored, it promises to be a testament of craftsmanship and endurance—a rolling museum piece that will continue to inspire awe long after its production era has faded from memory.

Last bid: $142,000