57caddy

Thought, I would start a thread on my husband and my 1957, Series 62 Cadillac. His deceased dad gave it to us, it was originally one of the cars from his uncles collection. We, been working on it in his buddy's garage. We just began the process of kicking around the idea of selling the car. We really need to make room at our place, if we decide to keep it. I know some might say, keep the Caddy for sentimental reasons, but really, his dad was all for selling the car. He just would not be pleased, if we accepted a low ball offer. So far, got a lot of "interest" and turned down a lot of offers. Now, I want to make clear, I am not using this forum to try and sell the car. I do have it up on the internet, a bit tired of weeding through all the B.S. scammers. I am going to let all these ads expire. I really believe, if the car is meant to be sold, it will go to a local buyer that sees it on the side of road on the days we have it out there for a few hours. We, actually, are in negations with one serious buyer, but anyone that has ever been in this position knows, until the money is your hands, there is no deal So, who knows. It really has been quite the learning process on this particular project car. We have done our share of restorations in the past, but this one has been quite the experience. I will post some before and after pictures of the interior, and engine compartment, etc later. For now, here is a picture of the Caddy in its entirety. I would be interested to hear back from others who have restored a Caddy and other cars, have suggestions, input, or just casual observations.

You know, I often wondered if he worked on his own or for a manufacturer. I even went back and looked up old census records, but only listed his profession for those years, not a name of a company. Too bad, I could never find out. My grandmother (now deceased) did not like to talk about those times back in Pontiac, MI too much, due to the hardship of the depression. I think she saw to much tragedy, she would say people lost it all, and those stories about people jumping out of the window were true. I do know the family (huge!) was proud of his upholstery skills. They talked more about these skills when he worked for Yellow Cab. Do you have a connection to this area, a particular manufacturer, or and profession?

Yeah, I hear you, about what is considered "special" to car collectors, per se. Here is my personal philosophy (not being a "high roller in the collector car world, but feel a connection to cars in general), just because one of our vehicles (past or present) is not considered valuable by others, does not make it less significant. My first car was a Ford, Pinto. Yeah, not a Pontiac; nevertheless, I loved that old beat up car, bondo and all. Well, back to your 73 Catalina, would you ever buy another in memory of your first car? Somehow, kinda figured it was a CS. Sweet!!! The downsized generation started in 1978. Ha ... since you're trying to keep at 1 project at a time, guess I probably shouldn't tell you that I know of a few 1977 CSs for sale ... right now. *ducks* Cort www.oldcarsstronghearts.com 1979 & 1989 Caprice Classics | pigValve, paceMaker, cowValve "Believe what you feel inside" __ Ronnie Milsap __ 'In Love' Aha, 1978 for those downsized generations, what a year that was in my memory! Anyways, I am so not telling my husband about the 77's out there! Funny "ducks". Got our hands full right now, I will post more on this subject under the threads about project cars. Think it will be better to not start two thread under the same subject.

Thanks for the welcome, everyone! I will gather some pictures to share. I love the contrast of the before and after, but wished we had taken more. Oh well, live and learn. I must say, I really like the fins on the 59 Buick Invicta. I look forward to getting into some of the discussions on all of our projects (current and past), along with debating what is coming out in the market. I got to say being a native of Michigan, Detroit and its roots in the automotive business is dear to my heart. My grandfather and father were both in the auto repair and painting biz for years, and my great grandfather was an automotive upholstery guy in Detroit, until the depression hit. Then moved to Kalamazoo and worked for Yellow Cab until retirement.

Sounds cool! Which model? Guessing Cutlass Supreme? Cort www.oldcarsstronghearts.com 1979 & 1989 Caprice Classics | pigValve, paceMaker, cowValve "Every second counts on a clock that's tickin'" __ The Script / Kris Allen __ 'Live Like We're Dying' Oh yeah, you got that right. It sure was a Cutlas Supreme. I remember, it was right about this time, thinking 1978 or 79, the fourth generation came out. They sure have been popular, my parents brought one, my aunt had one, and my future husband's parents both had one! Well, back to the 77, I know it is my hubby's dream to get another one to restore. Right now, we are in the final stages of restoring the 57 Caddy. One project at a time, is what like I like to remind him! Whether he listens or not is another matter. After being married so long, I know the deal.

Sure, 57 sounds like the perfect nickname! Thanks for the welcome! In seven years, I will actually be 57 . I love your signature line about your first car being a Pontiac given to you by your grandfather. What year, color, make? I am thinking, now that the company is no longer building more of these cars, some may become quite the collector car. Well, in the years to come.

The G6 is basically our college kids kick around car to share, which sometimes creates a problem. My husband wanted to sup it all up for them with chrome wheels, etc. I am glad he listened to me because I think our daughter hits every curb. The hubcaps are a disaster. They did luck out with a decent sound system. Now the Grand Prix, is my husbands pride and joy. It has over 200,000 on it, and he plans to take it for another 100+. I think it reminds him of his first 77 Oldsmobile painted a banana yellow with mag wheels. I have to admit, I shared in the sadness when Olds went into the history books.

You mention that most of your project will be dealing with the interior and some electronics, which by the way, all sounds great. I am just thinking, if this is going to be your tour van, you could give this beauty a paint job, too. It might be a great way to promote your band's image, as you travel around the USA. Or, as you say, are on a serious budget, maybe an emblem or sticker. I look forward to seeing your progress. It sure sounds like your van will be rocking with good music.

Yep. A chrome grill would give this Caddy a sharper look. The designers may have been going after that "understated" look; nevertheless, my personal opinion is that the black grill cheapens the overall appearance of the car. Chrome would give it the pop to stand out. In addition, I, too, barely even noticed the new emblem.

Well, here is my first post, an introduction. I have an avid interest in cars, thanks to my husband of 27 years. I picked up a lot of first-hand knowledge by being his right-hand helper. We currently own a 1957 Cadillac. It has been quite the experience to restore this vehicle, while maintaining the integrity of the original features. Our latest project involves the restoration of the interior by Fleetwood. Unfortunately, we could not save the front seat backrest. On a good note, we saved all of the backseat and the door-skins looks great. I look forward to "meeting" other antique car owners. At the same time, I find it fascinating to learn about the new vehicles coming on the market. Thanks for reading my intro and have a great day!