Vehicle Description
1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham
The 1950s are seen by many as the golden age for the automobile in
the United States as powerful V8 engines, revolutionary luxury,
comfort features, and tail fins were the norm back then. There is
no doubt that Cadillac played a key role in this era where U.S.
cars were big, powerful, shiny, and a true status symbol. The
Eldorado is one of the most iconic nameplates from that time and
the absolute best of what Cadillac had to offer.
A four-door sedan that cost more than a Ferrari or a Rolls-Royce
($13,974, or $125,704 in today's dollars), the '58 Cadillac
Eldorado Brougham defined postwar opulence and Cadillac luxury and
style - it just might be the finest Caddy ever built. It's also one
of the rarest - only 740 "Eldo Bros" were ever produced. Fully
disappearing side windows, rear-hinged back doors, a brushed steel
roof, quad headlights, and a whole heap of 1930s throwback features
were all part of the elegant package. All right here in our Classic
Auto Mall Halls for your consideration. "Fly me to the
moon...."
Exterior
1 of 304 total units built in 1958, this car leapt off the
designers pad and ran its way through the plant, and still has a
timeless look and feel like none other. From its dual headlights
upward curved bumper Dagmars, and massive egg crate grille in the
center, and then add in some more bumper below complete with the
running lights inserted, and we have shown up BIG TIME. The large
wrap around down to the grille hood is perfectly badged with the V
chevron and E L D O R A D O badge above in beautiful condition. As
it makes its way back to the wrap around front glass it's painted
in white like the rest of the car, there is a stainless polished
vent to allow for airflow into the cabin. The front quarters have
more vents inserted into their tops near the doors, and an added
bonus on the sides are the beginnings of a trim spear. This spear
makes its way back just above the front wheel wells, through the
beltline of the doors, and on the rear quarter makes a downward
forward facing C curve trimming the opening of a "vent" in the rear
quarter just fore of the mid rear door which is hinged at the back
of the door, sharing a common latch with the front doors on the B
pillar. Peering rearward we see 2 large fins which are topped with
more chrome trim and framing the taillights that curve outward
creating a corner for themselves just above the rear bumper.
Speaking of which, more big chrome for the split bumpers on the
rear complete with solid Dagmars and u-shaped exhaust ports within
each bumper. This chrome is equally as beautiful as the styling but
presenting in a worn condition. On top is a brushed stainless steel
roof. While we are handing out stainless give some more to the
lower rear quarters, and rocker covers just for some giggles. 15
inch Sabre Spoke chrome Wwheels are wrapped by medium wide whites
on all 4 corners. "I wanna be a part of it..if I can make it there,
I'll make it, anywhere...
Interior
As we swing the common latched B pillar doors open black and white
smooth leather with some extra padding vie for space with black
taking up the top and bottom edge, and white claiming and filling
the center. For your convenience within the driver door are all the
window toggles, door lock actuator knob, and round button and
indicator windowed round knobs to have infinite power control over
seat position. Speaking of the seats, they are what we used to call
couches, in black buttoned and tufted supple leather, and central
pull-down armrest. Slight folds and a few areas of wear also show
on these "couches" for the front and back passengers. For the front
passenger we see a built in electric lighter and ash receptacle
right into the armrest...now that's convenience. The dash with its
black padded top that is worn and has some ungluing and folding,
has plenty of chrome bezels for the litany of gauges you have to
choose from to monitor right in front of the original steering
wheel. The mid dash chrome around the instruments and across the
mid dash is all excellent and shiny. Some paint wear is noted on
the temp sliders, and on the painted white surrounds below the
black padded top. The original radio is within this chromed strip
in the mid-section, and a rolling cheese wheel clock is seen above
the passenger glovebox. Just below the dash in the center is a
Cadillac heater all chromed and in a slight V shape out of the way
but effective. Carpet is deep black, and has rubber protective mats
above, and the headliner in white is fairly clean with numerous
panels and stitched ribs. A flip of the glovebox reveals a mirror,
tissue dispenser, and cosmetic holder, however, the obligatory
cosmetics are missing. "I've got you under my skin..."
Drivetrain
Under the hood we could say all that glitters is gold with the gold
painted air cleaner cover, and valve covers. These add bling to the
original 365ci V8. On top are not one, not two...but 3, 2-barrel
carburetors to feed this big mill. On the back is a 4-speed
automatic Hydramatic transmission, which pushes power rearward to
the 3.36 rear axle, all original drivetrain here kids! All looking
sweet and well cared for and detailed. You make me feel so
happy!....
Undercarriage
Underneath this vehicle has its fair share of surface rust on the
usual suspects but remains structurally sound. An X frame supports
coated floorpans and smooth rockers. New dual exhaust mufflers are
now on, as are independent coil springs for the front suspension
and a 4 link with coil springs for the back (the factory air ride
has been removed but the compressor is still under the hood). Power
drum brakes are all around.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and a wonderful cruiser for those who need to feel
large and in charge, and then some. My decoding cohort tried to
play a trick on me by holding the one rear door open when I went to
put the Eldo in gear. He won't get a fast one by me today as this
car was equipped with an early safety feature: with the rear doors
open the car cannot be put into either drive or reverse. Good
braking, and powerful acceleration from that trio of 2 barrels on
top of the 365 cubes. I noticed the A/C was inoperable, and some of
the window toggles proved pernicious to the operation of the side
glass. My copilot and decoding mentor also noticed that the
magnetic bottomed stainless shot glasses were missing, as was the
cosmetics setup option included with all Eldo Bros. Heaven, I'm in
Heaven, and my heart beats so that I can hardly speak...
All in all a rare air car with all the trimmings, some in need of
slight TLC. A car of celebrities mainly one of the more famous
being Frank Sinatra hence the aforementioned lyric references.
Lifestyles of the rich and famous, right here in Classic Auto Mall,
all it needs is your name on the title, and the check! "In the wee
small hours of the morning, while the whole wide world is fast
asleep, you lie awake and think about this girl.."
58P024886
58-1958
P-Eldorado Brougham Biarritz Sedan
024886-Sequential Unit Number
TRIM TAG
STYLE NO 7059X-Eldorado Brougham
BODY NO 524-Detroit Body #
TRIM NO 9591-Black Leather
PAINT NO 132-Jamacian Green Metallic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morga...for more
information please contact the seller.
