Make no mistake, Cadillac not only understood the concept of First Class in the '50s, but they were the world's finest purveyor of it. This stunning 1958 Fleetwood limousine should tell you all you need to know about what the 1% was doing with their money in the late 1950s. Spectacular in every possible way, it's over-the-top luxury and style from an era when America could do no wrong. Limousines are impressive machines and just the mere sight of one sends our imaginations spinning towards who might be inside, what celebrity or dignitary might be enjoying that ultimate luxury. But at the same time, they need to be formal and imposing, so this lovely Cadillac wears a coat of Medium-Dark Gray (yeah, not much of a name, I'll admit). The finish is spectacular, as it should be for a car that cost as much as the average family's house in 1958. The car is highly original, and while the paint was applied more recently, everything underneath is original which speaks volumes about how well-maintained it always has been. And while no late-50s Cadillac could ever be considered subtle, this one has presence to spare, both on the road and on the show field. Perhaps it's all that glittering chrome, which it wears like an expensive watch and cufflinks, symbols of almost unattainable luxury that you'll want to reach out and touch. You'd expect to be coddled inside, but this car is appointed like an executive office suite with every possible luxury convenience 1950s technology could provide. The handsome interior is almost entirely original save for the carpets and the front seat's lower cushion, which has been expertly reupholstered to match the rest. Powerful front and rear A/C, power windows, and a signal-seeking radio were mandatory then the way satellite radio and GPS are today, and with two jump seats behind the driver, there's room for eight inside, with nobody complaining about accommodations. The driver has perhaps the best seat in the house, facing a spectacular instrument panel full of shiny stainless and crisply rendered instruments. The steering wheel almost feels too delicate for such a massive machine, and you can guide the big limo with just your fingertips. There's also a massive trunk, but we'll let your driver worry about that. If you wanted horsepower in 1958, you shopped at the Cadillac store. With a 365 cubic inch V8 making 310 horsepower, this limousine is surprisingly swift, built for effortless power and torque under any condition. The engine hums with a muscular sound that you feel in your chest as much as hear with your ears, and the silky transmission changes gears almost imperceptibly. The suspension is soft, no doubt about that, but isn't that the whole point? The engine bay is spotless and nicely tended, but not restored, as is the chassis which shows no rust or damage, as well as a frame that would be at home under a railroad car. BFGoodrich Silvertown wide whitewall radials have been fitted to the original wheels, so it handles even better than new. With only 802 built and about three dozen remaining, this is a very rare car. Fully documented, it's perhaps the most luxurious piece of sheetmetal we've ever offered. Call today! This vehicle is located in our Atlanta showroom. For more information, please call (678) 279-1609 or toll free (877) 367-1835.
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