Cadillac Restoration by CPR

Professional Cadillac Restoration

Page through an issue of Hemmings Motor News or perform a Google search for auto restoration providers and you'll find an almost countless number of listings. Among those will be some reputable

Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) of Poughkeepsie, NY

restorers but there will also be some inexperienced/incompetent shops that will waste your time and much of your money.

When if comes to the more collectible classics, it's essential to do your homework and those seeking to restore America's premier luxury automobile have one best choice of Cadillac restoration providers, Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) of Poughkeepsie, NY.

Low-production number cars of the 1950s and 1960s (or earlier) translates into rarity today. That rarity mandates a restorer with directly relevant experience with the make/model of your classic car. It's not just a collectible, it's also a valuable investment. Cadillac Parts & Restoration has been Restoring the Standard of the WorldTM since 1984 (back to its FEN Enterprises roots) and its team are the world's most experiences restorers of the luxury marquee. 

CPR's restoration team is small and that's by design. It's not an assembly-line type of operation that annually churns out a dozen or more full restoration projects. The talent pool that can perform up to their expectations is small and experience, competence and attention to detail are non-negotiable when it comes to hiring decisions.

Full, frame-off Cadillac restoration work is what CPR is known for and you'll find their completed projects earning First Place awards at many of the prestigious meets including the Grand National

Restored 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz by CPR

events held by the Cadillac & LaSalle Club and the Antique Automobile Association of America. However, the majority of work performed involves partial restoration projects and vital repair and maintenance service that keeps both restored and original classics looking and running well. 

Rare cars are often more difficult and more expensive to restore. That's primarily due to hard-to-source parts along with a lack of model-specific knowledge that only comes with relevant experience. When a classic car collector is spending well into six figures for a completely restored Cadillac, they expect the project to be done correctly and stand the test of time, regardless of whether it will be entered in concours-level events or not. 

Cadillac Parts & Restoration is conveniently located to those in New England and points north as well as New York City and points south. Interested parties can visit their website at www.cprforyourcar.com or call (845) 462-5959 to make an inquiry or schedule an appointment to visit. 

Classic Cadillac Grille Restoration

Cadillac Grille Restoration - Professionally Done

Sitting front and center, no other exterior feature of your classic Cadillac suffers more abuse than the front grille. Stones, salt, road grime, bugs, ice and other contaminants consistently attack the grille

1960 Cadillac Eldorado grille restored by CPR

and decades of road use takes its toll.

Artistically and elaborately-designed, when in good condition it adds great beauty to the vehicle and makes an ideal first impression. The grilles on classic Cadillacs were created to impress.

There are many well-cared for classics out there that look brilliant, show car or not. However, a beat-up grille detracts from the appearance. They can only be cleaned and polished so much and at a certain point restoration is necessary. When your car has reached that stage, Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) is the best option for your Cadillac grille restoration,

Whether part of a larger project, or just the grille alone, CPR's restoration professionals will put their thirty-five years of experience to work ensuring a grille that looks as good as it did the day your car

Cadillac grille restoration

left the dealer showroom. Disassembly, repair of imperfections, re-anodizing/re-chroming and reassembly will all be handled with their hallmark tender loving care. Pictured is a completed 1960 Cadillac grille restoration by CPR that shines like a just-polished piece of jewelry.

While restoring the grille, it may also be a good time to address other items likely in need of attention like the bumper and engine compartment. Under the hood is often forgotten and neglected but showing off a newly and correctly restored engine bay at shows or cruise nights makes a big impression on knowledgeable auto aficionados.

Whether you get your car to CPR or just send the grille, you can rest assured that great care and pride of work will be applied to your project. Cadillac Parts & Restoration is located in Poughkeepsie, NY and easily reached by those in New England and points north as well as New York City and points south. Call (845) 462-5959 with your Cadillac grille restoration inquiry or to make an appointment. No walk-ins please.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration by CPR

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Restoration

This stunning and iconic big-finned classic Cadillac is pictured on the historic Hudson River in New York State. The now-completed 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project was performed by Cadillac Parts & Restoration. 

CPR's Classic Cadillac Restoration History

Classic Cadillac Restoration Experts

Located in Poughkeepsie, NY Cadillac Parts & Restoration's (CPR) classic Cadillac restoration team celebrates its 35th year of service to the classic Cadillac community. These experienced professionals

Completed 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project.

 have a longstanding and well-deserved reputation as the world's premier restorer of America's finest luxury automobile and continue to turn out award-winning restored Cadillacs. 

CPR's Cadillac restoration prowess dates back to 1984 and the formation of FEN Enterprises. The Hudson Valley based business developed a loyal customer base that spans the globe and regularly sees Cadillacs transported to their facility from all corners of the North American continent. 

Currently underway at CPR are two 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz projects. This iconic model year, with the towering tail fins, is a specialty and favorite of the renowned team. Also in progress is a 1963 deVille convertible and a host of 1976 Eldorados, a particular year/model that has become particularly hot. 

Cadillac Parts & Restoration is longtime members of the Cadillac & LaSalle Club and recommend membership to anyone who owns a Cadillac or even just has an interest in the cars. Membership is very affordable and offers many benefits. Learn more here: https://www.cadillaclasalleclub.org/

Classic Cadillac owners can call CPR at (845) 462-5959 to learn more and schedule an appointment to visit their Cadillac restoration facility. Appointments are required. 

1978 Cadillac visits CPR's Cadillac restoration team

CPR's Cadillac Restoration Team - 1978 Sedan deVille

Even well-maintained, low-mileage original classics require repair and regular maintenance and this 1978 Cadillac Sedan deVille with just 18,000 miles on the clock is no different.

Cadillacs of the late 1970s are rapidly gaining in popularity and are more frequently appearing at our Cadillac restoration facility. While they may never realize the exalted values held by predecessor models from the 50s and 60s they are still only just gaining popularity among collectors and time will tell if prudent storage and care over the life of cars of this vintage will result in price appreciation that makes such effort financially worthwhile.

Of course, sentimental reasons over financial are a more common driver of classic car interest and restoration and it's impossible to assign a monetary value to emotional connections. However, no matter the reason a car's owner has for bringing his car to CPR our experienced restoration experts take pride in doing their part to preserve this segment of American history.

This 1978 Cadillac arrived at Cadillac Parts & Restoration in need of a complete air conditioning and

heating system overhaul and having exhaust system issues. When she left she had a climate control system that was restored to factory specifications and a new exhaust system including NOS mufflers. 

While the repairs performed were not inexpensive, proper care and regular maintenance prevented the need for other, much more costly work. There's a great focus on our frame-off classic Cadillac restoration projects but, in total, we complete no more than two or three of those projects each year and the majority of our customers arrive needing a more limited scope of work.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has been restoring the Standard of the World since 1984 and offers restoration, maintenance/repair, and parts supply services to the classic Cadillac community. Located in Poughkeepsie, NY (about sixty minutes north of New York City), CPR is easily reachable by plain, train, and automobile. For inquiries or appointments call (845) 462-5959.