PRICE REDUCED!! This is a gorgeous example of the iconic 1958
Cadillac Eldorado Brougham that has been loved by one man for over
40 years and has been beautifully restored. Perhaps more than any
car of the late 1950s, the Brougham looks like a prototype from the
Motorama display. This Brougham (Body No. 498) has a known history
since the mid-1970s and has been thoroughly restored by its present
owner. This is one of 304 Broughams offered in 1958 and is likely
one of the nicest offered on the market today. All Broughams only
had two options when ordered from new, the paint color and the trim
details. Brougham No. 498 was ordered in one of the most striking
colors, Copenhagen Blue (Paint Code 258). It was delivered new to
St. Louis, MO. In the 1970s, 498 was offered for sale by Marshall
Horn of Tulsa, OK and he claimed that it had been owned by an
international celebrity. On June 11 th , 1976, 498 was acquired by
Riley Bennett, Jr of Ft. Pierce, FL. Mr. Bennett owned 498 until it
was acquired by the present owner, Eric Lorentzen of Paradise
Valley, AZ on February 4 th , 1992. Mr. Lorentzen commenced a
complete restoration of 498 that was done over the next twenty
years in progressive steps. 498 benefitted from a complete repaint
and new upholstery in 1993 by Sun Valley Classics in Tempe, AZ. Mr.
Lorentzen also acquired a Brougham parts car to assist in the
restoration. Additional paint and body work were performed in
September of 2017 and the paint and body are gorgeous today. The
drivetrain was rebuilt, and the original engine was removed and
crated for storage, and a replacement 365 cid block was installed.
Further mechanical and electrical work was performed over the past
few months, making this a wonderful Brougham to drive and enjoy.
The livery is presented in Copenhagen Blue and the paint is
polished to a concours standard. The paint quality is excellent and
is largely devoid of the bubbling and lead reactions we so often
see on Broughams. The paint is complemented by an abundance of
repolished chrome and stainless steel. The stainless-steel top is
also in excellent condition. The Kelsey Hayes forged aluminum
wheels are included with the car, but the reproduction chrome Sabre
wheel covers look perfect and are in as-new condition. The white
walled Coker Classic Radials are also in as-new condition and look
great. The Interior is in very nice condition and presents
correctly, with white leather side panels and gray brocade cloth
seating areas. The gray carpeting is also in good condition. The
dash and door panels are in very nice condition, presented in gray
and white. During the restoration, the rear armrest was removed.
Overall, this is one of the nicest Brougham interiors that weve
seen. Most of the electronics have been well sorted. The electric
windows, radio, clock, interior lights, and most of the gauges work
(the oil pressure gauge is not presently operating). The air
conditioning has been converted to 134a and the charging system is
now an alternator. The vacuum windshield wipers have been
disconnected to ensure better operations. The venerable 365 cid
engine has 335 hp thanks to the three two-barrel carburetors that
were a standard feature for the Eldorados. The four speed
Hydramatic was also rebuilt. There are about 16,000 miles since the
rebuilds. The original engine has been crated and will be included
in the sale. The Brougham drives very well, and the suspension was
upgraded to springs during the restoration. The ride quality and
ride height are very nice. We have this Brougham priced fairly. The
investment to restore a Brougham to this level is very significant.
This is an example that can be enjoyed immediately and is a true
showstopper. Included in the sale are a selection of service and
owner's manuals, some spares and a wonderful history from the last
40 years of ownership. For more information and details, call, text
or email Harry Clark at 1.602.245.7200 or
[email protected]. See our 120 photos and three videos on
our website to learn more. This Cadillac is available for viewing
at our Phoenix showroom. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or
WhatsApp live video inspections and we help coordinate shipping
worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in
financing.
