[MOC] 1959 Cadillac Series 62

[brickhead_07]

The absolute pinnacle of 1950s car design - The 1959 Cadillac

The 1959 Cadillac Series 62 is an iconic symbol of automotive luxury and elegance from the golden age of American car design. Released during an era of excess and flamboyance, the '59 Cadillac embodied the spirit of the 1950s with its massive size, extravagant tailfins, and elaborate chrome accents.
The Series 62 was a part of Cadillac's lineup, which was known for its opulence and cutting-edge features. The '59 model was no exception. From the moment it hit the streets, the Cadillac Series 62 turned heads with its bold and distinctive styling. The rear tailfins soared to impressive heights, resembling rockets ready for takeoff. They were and still are the biggest tail fins ever put on a production car and mark the absolute peak of the tailfin era. The grille featured a bold, intricate design, and the abundance of chrome trim added to its undeniable presence.

Fun fact: When the general public thinks of a pink Cadillac, minds instantly flock to a 1959 model with gorgeous tailfins and sweeping lines. But, the fact of the matter is Cadillac never made a pink 1959 Cadillac. All pink 1959 Cadillacs have been repainted at some point.

Under the hood, the '59 Series 62 was powered by a 390 cui V8 engine putting out about 325 hp, providing power for effortless cruising on the open road. The Tri-power equipped Eldorado reached up to 345 hp. It offered a smooth and comfortable ride, with Cadillac's renowned attention to detail evident in every aspect of the car's construction. Inside, the cabin boasted luxurious upholstery, spacious seating, and a host of advanced features for the time, including power windows, air conditioning, and a cutting-edge radio system.

The 1959 Cadillac Series 62 quickly became a status symbol, attracting celebrities, dignitaries, and those seeking the epitome of american luxury. Its iconic design and lavish features made it a standout in an era that embraced excess and glamour.

Today, the '59 Cadillac Series 62 continues to be a highly sought-after collector's car, cherished by automotive enthusiasts and vintage car aficionados worldwide. Its distinctive appearance and historical significance have solidified its place in automotive history, serving as a timeless reminder of an era when american cars ruled the road with their size, style, and unabashed extravagance.

My model

This model is not based of the LEGO Ideas Ghostbusters Ecto-1 set. I just think that the set doesn't really look good and decided to do my completely own 59 Cadillac. I had a lot of building this iconic 50s car. I'm really happy with the end result, I think the pink is the perfect color for the 59 Cadillac, even though it is not a original color.
This car has an realtivitely detailed interior but does not really support minifigs. The model is 8.4 studs wide, 24.2 studs long and about 5 bricks high. This model is quite stable, so you can use this model as a display piece but you can also play with it.
The instructions for this model are easy to follow and for free. If you want to modify this model, no problem, just download the Stud.io 3D file and start building. If there are any problems with the instructions, please contact me.

I spent a lot of time and effort in this model so I would be happy if you reply to this topic!

I recently saw this one film with like ghost and all kinds of weird stuff… You probably never heard of it. Anyway they had like a 59 Cadillac Miller Meteor...thing. Do you think I should build it? Let me know in the comments!  

 

A NEW REALM OF  MOTORING MAJESTY ! - ad for the 1959 Cadillac

 

You can find instructions for this model on my Rebrickable page

 

 

 

 

 

Edited June 15, 2023 by brickhead_07
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[Silverhurst]

I think that is likely as close as anyone will ever be able to get to the actual car in 8-wide. Great job, as always!

[Silverhurst]

As to Cadillac never making a pink '59, this isn't actually true. Wood Rose Metallic and Persian Sand Metallic were both pink hues that were offered, though they aren't the Pepto Bismol shade most people do think of and that would match your Lego creation. Other shades of pink, like Mountain Laurel, were also available on special order and would have their paint codes stamped "SPEC". I own a '59 Chevy Viking with a "SPEC" paint code, though it is orange and not pink. I have several friends who also own various GM cars and trucks from the 50's and 60's who also have "SPEC" coded tags. It wasn't all that unusual back in that time frame to order a custom color on a car.

Slightly off topic, but still in the same vein, by the 80's in order to get a special color, dealers usually had to order a larger quantity in that color for GM to produce them, and those were usually for fleet customers, but not always. I remember a number of Silverado's being ordered by a local dealer in the late 80's and early 90's for regular sale in custom colors simply because he really liked those colors that were available on other GM vehicles, but not the Silverado.

[brickhead_07]

12 hours ago, Silverhurst said:

I think that is likely as close as anyone will ever be able to get to the actual car in 8-wide. Great job, as always!

Thats great to hear, thank you very much!

12 hours ago, Silverhurst said:

Wood Rose Metallic and Persian Sand Metallic

Yeah I know about these two but they aren't really pink in my opinion, as you said.

12 hours ago, Silverhurst said:

It wasn't all that unusual back in that time frame to order a custom color on a car.

12 hours ago, Silverhurst said:

dealers usually had to order a larger quantity in that color for GM to produce them

Oh cool, that's very interesting! Thank you for your nice comment, appreciate it!

[Sérgio]

Gorgeous car!!

[brickhead_07]

@Sérgio Thank you very much!

[LEGO Train 12 Volts]

Very cool, the pictures with the model taken from 3/4 and with the wheels steered make it alive!