At first glance, this '57 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe looks like a textbook example of classic American luxury-long, low, and dripping in chrome. But take a closer look, and you'll realize this California-built beauty is packing way more than just vintage curb appeal.
This isn't some museum piece; it's a full-blown, custom-built, pavement-pounding machine. The frame-off restoration was finished in 2023, and the level of detail is next level. The body was stripped down to bare metal before being treated to a deep, jet-black paint job that looks like a bottomless pool of ink. Every bit of metal trim has been either re-chromed or polished to very high standards, making this Caddy as sleek as it is menacing. And a "SUPERCHARGED" emblem is placed on the rear trunk lid, suggesting there is more to this docile boulevard cruiser than meets the eye.
So let's talk about what's lurking under that massive hood-an electronic fuel injected 6.0L V8 topped with a Magnuson supercharger, sending serious power through a 4L80 4-speed automatic transmission. That's a whole different world from the 365 CI V-8 these cars originally came with. A set of Lemon headers and a custom CermaKrome-coated exhaust system make sure it sounds as good as it looks. And an aluminum BeCool radiator with an electric fan takes care of cooling duties.
The suspension setup means this beast handles better than any '57 Caddy has a right to. Up front, power rack-and-pinion steering keeps things tight, while out back, a 4-link suspension with a Currie 9-inch rear end plants the power. That rear end houses 3.53 gears with a limited slip differential. Ride height is fully adjustable thanks to an AccuAir airbag system. Stopping power is dialed in with power-assisted Wilwood 4-wheel disc brakes and a Hydroboost system.
Inside, it's just as refined as it is aggressive. Custom-designed red leather covers the interior, featuring power-adjustable and stainless-trimmed bucket seats. A Flaming River tilt column and leather-wrapped steering wheel keep things comfortable, while modern tech like a Kenwood Bluetooth system with Apple CarPlay, Garmin navigation, and front and rear cameras make sure it's just as usable as it is cool. A custom, full-length center console features front and rear cupholders for added convenience. And the vintage-look wheels? Those are18x8" Colorado Custom alloys wrapped in custom whitewall radials, tying the whole package together with a perfect mix of old-school style and modern performance.
This is the kind of build that makes you do a double-take. At a stoplight, it might look like a clean, restored '57 Caddy, but when the light turns green, this thing will make sure you know better.
Key Highlights
Ground up built Supercharged Coupe deVille Restomod
Long, Low, and Dripping in Chrome
Supercharged LS based 6.0L GM V8
Electronic fuel injection
Magnuson supercharger
4L80 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission
Currie 9" rear end with 3.53 gears
Limited-slip differential
Air ride suspension
Power rack-and-pinion steering
Power four wheel Willwood disc brakes
Modern air conditioning
Custom, leather interior
Kenwood stereo w/ Bluetooth and navigation
Front and rear parking cameras
