Mine was built by Superior Coaches. And there was strong demand for special versions of the countrys finest prestige cars. No one would believe me. Interestingly, a lot of people want a photo of themselves lying in the back.". Do not know about the mechanical history as it came from an estate sale of a . First two years it was a lot of fun. I seem to remember it having a 505cid V-8. To my frugal mind, this is way too much money for the car presented, but the reality is that if it were pristine, it would be selling for about $50,000 more. The slide was wide and slow, so I do not know how she had managed to hurt herself on it, but that appears to be what happened. This Car would be one that I KNOW GENE SIMMONS would think to take his last Tour run in from funeral hm or church to his grave site. so where DO all the old hearses go? The cars first event was a hot rod cruise into the Fremantle caf strip. There are many custom hearse clubs out there as well. Find your dream car today. This brings us nicely onto our 1960 Cadillac Eureka Hearse, available for $32,500 on eBay here in Elgin, Illinois. The woodwork and metal trim is in good order, and the rolling platform seems to function as it should. The owner says that the odometer shows 45,000 miles, but he isnt sure whether these are genuine. A funeral home most likely wouldnt be interested in this, so versus going to the crusher this piece of history should be kept alive for any individual to do whatever they please with it. We, This is an excellent driving 1995 Black Cadillac hearse with only 74k miles. "Its the biggest magnet you could get. This 1959 Cadillac hearse is a really cool car and would make a unique project for someone. Single Unit. The dash pad is wrinkled, but that could potentially be stretched back into shape. All Rights Reserved. View car 3 days ago See photo 1959 Cadillac Other $21,000 Not a miller meteor. 31,000 miles and last license plat was 1967. The manufacturing of petrol-driven began in 1909 in the United States. I have driven itunder 200 totalmiles since I bought it. Its not known how many hearses Superior built in 1959 probably a few hundred but only three are known to be running in the world at present, with several others awaiting refurbishment. On Ebay Now) 1959 Thunderbird. Up for purchase is a very rare and unique vehicle. They also have a Restored 72 Cadillac Hearse, a two Horse Drawn Hearse and a Three Wheeled Harley Motorcycle towed Hearse. In 1959 Cadillac produced 142,272 cars, of which just 2102 were the Commercial Chassis version. Theyre a great bunch of folks and enjoy their unusual rides. Great shop truck. Then there was the long wheelbase, high roof Fleetwood 75 limousine, available in two versions. Light bars work but wig wags are not wired yet. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Custom built 1959 Cadillac Hearse 1/25th Argyle Blue Metallic Lacquer at the best online prices at eBay! I am wondering if this is the same company that built the 1959 caddy hearse in Harold and Maude. 2016, 2017 and 2018. As a hearse owner and car guy in general with many other old cars, I say make sure your first ride in a hearse isnt your last ! Cadillac started building hearses in 1916 and remain a major player in the industry today. transport. There was no retail price listed for these as they weren't available to the public. Job one would be to clean everything because the door trims might be able to be salvaged. Howard, you are right as usual. It has a built 500 cubic inch Cadillac big block with a pavement shredding. Johnny Lightning 1959 Cadillac Hearse Die-Cast Metal Rubber Tires 1:64 Brown. As was the case with many of that era, it had pulled double duty as an ambulance back in the day. People follow for miles, take photos with their phone cameras and want to talk to me at traffic lights. To me, the only thing that looks Creepy is the drapes in the back, the loading dock and the weird roof line at the back. Always wondered that,,. It wouldnt be the first time this car was wrapped up and sent to a new home: after almost fifty years of service in California, it traveled first to New Zealand in 2007, and thence to Germany in 2019. 1957 CADILLAC HEARSE Ambulance Miller Meteor Futura Duplex HALLOWEEN VAN TRUCK. Its DROP DEAD gorgeous! An interesting offering was the Flower car the Coupe de Fleur pretty much like a long wheelbase utility for funeral processions. The quintessential year, for this Hearse, is definitely 59. I am still glad my Mother didnt take the 10k, I really like being Vance and not Wayne. She wanted to prove, you CAN take it with you. A CAR TO DIE FOR! I recently purchased a 170 year old former victorian funeral home as a rental property, and this Caddy would look awesome parked under the carport! Also had a divider wall between the front and rear compartment, that had lexan window, and some cubby compartments, I assume were for transporting cremation urns. Classifieds for Classic Cadillac Hearse. There was no retail price listed for these as they werent available to the public. However, to claim I have a sick obsession says more about you as a person than it does about me. Believed to be 57000 miles (title exe, A dream. Get new comment updates via email. More Cadillac classic cars for sale. All four corners are easily seen from the drivers seat, so provided you find a long enough spot, it isnt difficult to park. Search. In the 70s when I was entering demo Derbys at the Minnesota area County Fairs a well to do farmer entered a 55 Cadillac. Please dont impose your beliefs onto others, nor speak of others whom you know nothing about. Offered At A Low Reserve Price! That one was the best party vehicle you could hope for. Are you referring to the Jaguar XKE hearse? At some point in our history, someone looked at the horse-drawn hearse and decided that there had to be a better way of doing things. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Become a member to add images to your comments. This is a true story and can no doubt be googled. Skip to main content . Many people make the mistake of thinking these are just flashy-looking cars with mechanicals as sophisticated as a box of crayons. Karen uses the hearse a lot. I Remember another Funeral Home here had a 59 Cadillac Ambulance that had the fastest record From La Fayette to Ft. Oglethorpe back in the day when you had to go through the Chickamauga Battlefield on a two lane road. They go to fairs and other events, a big one in Hell. When I was a young man, a lot of HD owners bought used hearses. It's an S&S That has had the rear modified to look like a Miller Meteor. Only 72k miles. The Hearse is a fairly solid vehicle, and these are cars that people have put to a variety of uses once their funeral days have passed. No sound for siren hooked up yet. However, time has caught up with it. He said he had the money with him now if I really wanted to sell it. The Commercial Chassis was just over 15cm longer than the limousine wheelbase already 51cm longer than the standard two-and four-door models. Of course many parts such as the floor rollers are specific to the intended use of the car. I once read, an elderly lady was buried in her pink vintage 1959 CADILLAC HEARSE SUPERIOR CROWN ROYAL ORIGINAL CONDITION. This is a good solid rust free project car. Set an alert to be notified of new listings. A young fellow walked over and asked if I really meant that? I have 6 currently. If you dont like attention- this car is not for you. I am the first owner after the rebuild. In consideration of their intended special duties they were fitted with an upgraded generator and suspension as standard. The 59 Chevs had the widest fins ever and the Caddies had the tallest. permit. It was sold and then went back to the same dealer about a year later, before finding a new home in NSW. Thanks for the comment Cris. On Apr-24-19 at 05:29:32 PDT, seller added the following information: On Apr-24-19 at 09:53:44 PDT, seller added the following information: 1960 CADILLAC 2 DOOR HARD TOP, SERIES 62, FACTORY AIR CAR, TEXAS!!! By creating this email alert, you agree to our Legal Notice and our Privacy Policy. 77,000 San Antonio, Texas, United States 472 REBUILT Automatic 1967 1959 CADILLAC 62 SPORT COUPE ORIGINAL CONDITION 61870 Ken put a bid on the car and after contacting the owner and examining photos and documentation he made the trip to Sydney to put the car on a transporter; a task in itself, requiring two car spaces. It has always had great mai Raleigh Classic Car Auction (855) 258-1473 Zebulon, NC 27597 (56 miles away) 2 5 1959 Cadillac De Ville Sedan V8 10 Vintage Funeral Cars from Cadillac. In its glory days, it would have looked spectacular. 1941 Cadillac Series 61 Deluxe Sedanette. They are a blast to drive ! mohair interior, rebuilt transmission, power steering and brakes. 33,000. I was so glad it no longer belonged to me. This 1959 Cadillac DeVille 6329 series in grea, This 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible is a beautifully restored '59 Cadillac Convertible and come, This is a one family owned excellent luxury hardtop with only 27,975 miles driven since purchased ne. Original interior is immaculate. You are tired and stained as are your write-ups, you got a hatred for stereos and distaste of anything not concours gradeyouve ruined this site. It has a built 500 cubic inch Cadillac big block with a pavement shredding 1959 Cadillac Series 75 Fleetwood Very rare car. I am not sure if they buried the entire plexiglass box with the guy on the bike. At that price, I will be BURIED in debt. I really havent seen too many 59 Cadillac hearses for sale, and most of what I have seen are either in a pristine state, or near pristine, or they are completely gutted out, or are in such poor shape that people are buying those for the frame and body to rebuild from that point, and even those I have seen sale for over $10k. Brand New. And don't forget to check out our other items too! . There is no reason why this area couldnt be restored because all of the underpinnings appear to be sound. That said, I know of multiple cases where vintage car lovers & owners have either made advance arrangements, or their surviving family members made arrangements, with car club members who own vintage hearses, to have them transported in their final ride, in a vintage hearse. On a practical note Karen has also worked out that the hearse will carry 100 show cages, so the car will be used for transporting budgies at the Nationals. Unfortunately that came prematurely in 1969, we were on vacation in Florida when my Father got the call. It does, Superior is the company, its the same company, lower model, the one featured here is the top line Crown Royale model. As well as new carpet, new kick panels would be a wise investment. Off to Sydney. Steve ,I totally agree with that thought. I smiled at the The Last Car Youll Ever Need line, but my last ride will be in a large Kraft Chunky peanut butter jar. Sign in now to prevent your Saved Listings from expiring. At that price with the work it needs will be for sale for a while. Sales were 142,272 units, up 17% from recession-year 1958. Charges 73,085 km; Convertible; Automatic; 8cyl 390L Petrol; Ok, when you describe the interior of any hearse as, the upholstery and carpet are tired and stained I get severe heebie jeebies and will not be eating dinner tonight. 1959 Cadillac Hearse Listing ID: CC-1070862 Price: $52,500 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona Year: 1959 Make: Cadillac Model: Hearse Exterior Color: Black Interior Color: Black Transmission: Automatic Engine Size: V-8 Odometer: 52500 Stock Number: Miller Meteor Landau Title Status: Clear Restoration History: Unrestored Exterior Condition: Good Had a friend that had a mid 50s hearse back in the late 60s. Of course the model had the false hood irons (called Landau bars) on the sides very much an expectation of the marketplace and one which virtually all hearses with wide back pillars had. Ready to Go/Pre-built. Can you imagine what he will look like in 100 years? Car guys like us would love to take our final cruise in this one! $34.99. Its original features remain intact, and its overall condition means that some light cosmetic restoration work could potentially see it returned to its original role. I am sure the shipping cost to America would be painful. Every once in a while, an odd one comes up. Which is as it should be; there are only a few colors that one should ever paint a Cadillac, and pink doesnt go on a hearse. The history of the Eureka company's production of professional vehicles is impressive. still fit for a King or Queen which should be good enough you! WHAT A KILLER! Are you looking to buy your dream classic car? $155,000* Excl. Max speed is roughly 40 miles/hr, Needs some roof gadgets to finish off car. Total Cadillac production for '59 model year was also a success. my SIL but shes not having any of it! The early history of Karens car is not known as Superior no longer has records. 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