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.

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. 

Partial 1959 Cadillac Restoration Goes Home

1959 Cadillac Restoration Project Goes Home

Big-finned Cadillacs are a typical scene at Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) and the 1959 model year seems to be ever present. The latest 1959 Cadillac restoration project to leave CPR and be sent home is this ravishing red classic. Not a complete, down-to-the-bolts restoration, but a great example of CPR's mission of working within the desires and budget of a car's owner and ensuring a beautiful driving and looking classic car.

            1959 Cadillac Coupe deVille

Like all CPR customers the owner of this vehicle is passionate about his classic Cadillac and didn't desire a concours-level vehicle. Rather, the goal was to focus on vital components of the car that needed attention.

Work performed included: completely rebuilt engine including restoration and detailing of bolt-on components; engine compartment restoration from the firewall to the bumper brackets; brakes, suspension, steering and cooling systems all restored; new radial tires and a brand new interior (minus dash and steering wheel).

Just as important to CPR as producing show-winning restored Cadillacs is keeping surviving examples running and looking fantastic. Based upon comments from the car’s happy owner, we hit it out of the park with this 1959 Cadillac restoration project. Here’s what he had to say about the final product:

“Frank, Elsa, and team did absolutely outstanding work. They are artists. The many many items of work they did has brought the car to showroom new. Engine is stronger then before and purrs like a sewing machine. Interior: my God. It puts every single new car of the past 30 years to absolute shame.” 

Now restored 1959 Cadillac while visiting Cadillac Parts & Restoration in Poughkeepsie, NY.

We couldn't be prouder than when our customers are pleased with our work. It’s why our team’s service to classic Cadillac owners dates back to 1984 and will continue for many years to come.

Those seeking professional restoration of their Cadillac must get their car to CPR. Located in Poughkeepsie, NY, Cadillac Parts & Restoration is easily reached whether by plane, train or automobile. Interested parties should call CPR at (845) 462-5959 for a consultation.

Cadillac Restoration by CPR - 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

CPR Cadillac Restoration

1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz - completed restoration project

This gorgeous 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz arrived at Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) on a frigid sub-zero temperature day in 2016. After a complete disassembly, many man hours went into

restoring her right down to every nut and bolt. View a video of this Cadillac restoration project taken when CPR reunited the body with the frame.

The 1960 Cadillac models represented a change in design philosophy with the automaker moving away from the audacious and bulbous styling of the 1950s and towards a sleeker body style. While the famous tail fins of the 1959 models were toned down, the luxurious appointments that made for Cadillac's Standard of the World reputation remained.

Customer loyalty is why CPR's team has been able to serve the classic Cadillac community since 1984 and the owner of this big-finned classic is just one example of their repeat business. This is the third full restoration performed for the gentleman owner of this Biarritz with the others being a 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz and a 1956 Buick Roadmaster convertible.

Learn more about Cadillac Parts & Restoration by visiting their website at www.cprforyourcar.com. Those ready to discuss their Cadillac restoration project can call CPR at (845) 462-5959. They've had the same telephone number for about thirty years now and would be glad to speak with you.

1959 Cadillac Restoration

1959 Cadillac Restoration by CPR

The elaborately-designed grille, loads of shiny chrome, opulent interior and those audacious tail fins are all elements that add up to one of the most iconic classic cars of the 1950s. That being, of course, the 1959 Cadillac.

When new, the car was favorite of celebrities and over the years became immortalized in pop culture.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

Featured in film, song, advertising and the arts, the luxurious behemoth is today a highly collectible classic with top-of-the-line Eldorado Biarritz models selling for lofty prices at auction.

The low-production numbers make 1959 Cadillac restoration an expensive proposition. Restorable examples are difficult to come by and parts sourcing, particularly for Eldorados, can be exhausting. Of course, the sheer size of the car translates into much more body/paint work and materials. Even the expansive interior makes for more billable hours and more yards of expensive material to match the original specs.

With dozens of 1959 Cadillac projects under their belt, the experienced Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) technicians have the skills and knowledge to correctly restore this, or any, classic Cadillac. Just as important, their decades of service to the classic Cadillac community allow them to more easily source rare parts.

One example of their prowess is the white 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville pictured. This car has been

meticulously maintained throughout its life and came to CPR for a partial restoration. The result is a car that's earned First Place recognition at the nation's most prestigious classic car events including AACA and Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National meets, GoodGuys East Coast Nationals and multiple concours-level shows.

This car is a perfect example of the primary motivator driving classic car restoration - sentimental value.

Passed down from father to son, this Cadillac was a source of pride to its original owner and its continued care is how a son honors his father's memory.

Those interested in restoring their classic Cadillac should call Cadillac Parts & Restoration at (845) 462-5959. They've had the same number for thirty years and will be happy to discuss your goals. Their Poughkeepsie, NY location is easily reached by road or rail and makes for convenient travel for those points north or south.

CPR restorations take home awards at 2017 Grand National Meet

Not a year passes that classic Cadillacs restored by CPR don't have a big presence at the prestigious Cadillac & LaSalle Club's (CLC) Grand National Meet. This year in McLean, VA was no different and, as usual, projects by Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) took home top awards.

The CLC is the world's largest and most authoritative member-based organization for all things Cadillac and their annual meet attracts Cadillac owners (and fans) from around the world. While it serves as a fantastic showcase for our completed projects, it's also a wonderful opportunity to reunite with longtime friends and meet new people.

Judging at the CLC Grand National Meet is notoriously difficult and is performed mostly by classic Cadillac owners who know their stuff and examine not only the entire car for correctness and quality but also check the operation of all functions (air conditioning, wipers, lights, etc.. Judging at very few classic car shows is this involved.

This year's meet saw our 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project take home the Senior

Wreath award in its class. This beauty is owned by a gentleman who is a repeat and long-time customer of ours and this is the third car we've restored for him.

We're also glad he's getting this car back home so he can enjoy some top-down cruising in this collectible classic. Nothing makes our team of Cadillac restoration experts happier than knowing that a car they labored on intensely will be enjoyed on the road and not spend its life parked in a garage awaiting the next concours event.

Also at the meet was a white 1959 Cadillac Coupe deVille that is a perfect example of just how

strong sentimental value is and why it plays an important role in our industry.

This vehicle, with its iconic tail fins was passed on from father to son and was meticulously cared for throughout its life. When the son assumed ownership of the coupe he carried on that tradition and, when it arrived at CPR's facility, it needed only a partial restoration to get it to "Senior" award winning condition.

These two icons of American automotive history were just two of our restorations to be recognized with awards at the 2017 Grand National. Stay tuned for another dispatch about the big meet.

1956 Buick Roadmaster restoration

As the name implies, Cadillac Parts & Restoration specializes in Cadillacs. However, we've produced award-winning restorations of many makes and models. Pictured below is a 1956 Buick Roadmaster convertible restored for a loyal and longtime customer. 

1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project

Cadillacs of the 1950s remain very popular and make up over half of the projects that enter the restoration facility of Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR). Within the classic Cadillac community many owners are particular to a certain year. One of our customers was a 1956 guy and below is the 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration we performed for him.

Each Cadillac model year has its peculiarities and challenges, in particular, the rare and low-production Eldorado examples. So when it comes to restoring your classic Cadillac it makes sense to select a provider whose team has specialized in Cadillacs since 1984 and have produced many award-winning vehicles.

If you own a classic car, give CPR a call at (845) 462-5959. They've had the same telephone number for over thirty years and will be happy to discuss your restoration project.

Cadillac Sabre Wheel Restoration

Among the more difficult parts to find for classic Cadillac owners is a solid set of Sabre wheels. One "show-quality" restored wheel will cost over $2,000 and even a rough but restorable set will cost a pretty penny.

Hemmings Motor News is known as the most reliable resource for classic car owners and a while back they published an article about the rare wheels and advice for their restoration. The course they turned to was the Cadillac restoration specialists of F.E.N. Enterprises, now operating under the Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) banner.

CPR has been restoring classic Cadillacs since 1984 and has earned an international reputation as the best in the business. So, it was no surprise that Hemmings turned to them for expert knowledge.

If you're looking for a set of "Sabres" or just need them restored, Cadillac Parts & Restoration is the team to call. They've has the same telephone number for almost thirty years and can be reached at (845) 462-5959. They can also be found on the internet at www.cprforyourcar.com.

Completed 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Restoration Project

We've done many restorations of the iconic 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz and that particular car has become a specialty of ours. Our latest is a stunning Argyle Blue Metallic example and the color just explodes in the bright sunlight.

This 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project is the second time the car has been in our shop. We performed a full restoration of this car about twenty years ago. However, storm damage caused her return a couple of years ago and we're proud that the owner chose to bring her back to us.

Auto Restoration and Classic Cadillac Photo Feed

You can find classic car fans around the world. In the U.S., every weekend finds numerous car shows in any local area. Whether you're a collector or just a fan, the allure of old cars is powerful.

With access to the internet, aficionados anywhere can get their fix and for those who are particular to Cadillacs, CPR's classic Cadillac restoration feed on Instagram is a must-follow. CPR posts photos of current and completed projects as well as anything else related to the United States' premier luxury automobile.

If you're interested in learning more about Cadillac Parts & Restoration, visit their website at www.cprforyourcar.com.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project

Classic Cadillac fans will surely enjoy this gorgeous restored 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz built by the Cadillac Parts & Restoration team. This important piece of automotive history is a head-turner and provides its owner with plenty of enjoyable top-down cruising. Check out the page above for more pictures of this classic.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

The best classic Cadillac photo feed on the web

Since 1984, Cadillac Parts & Restoration (the team from FEN Enterprises) has served the classic Cadillac restoration community with outstanding service. We've produced many of the finest examples of restored Cadillacs and have developed a strong reputation.

We're quite proud of our work and are now sharing many photos on the web. Instagram is a favorite of ours and where we prefer to showcase our Cadillac restoration work. Visit and follow our IG page to learn more - https://instagram.com/cprforyourcar

Restoration Project: 1959 Cadillac Coupe deVille

Among the most iconic classic cars is the 1959 Cadillac. Its towering tail fins marked the height (pardon the pun) of the tail fin era but, over the years, have gained a fanatical following.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has restored many of these highly collectible 1959 Cadillacs and the car pictured below is one of them. This white Coupe deVille has won national awards at the A.A.C.A. Fall Hershey and the prestigious Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National meets.

Its exquisite paint and gleaming chrome is set off by the stunning turquoise leather interior. Learn more about this 1959 Cadillac restoration project. Also on our website is a page dedicated to a 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration that we performed. This is another beautoiful car that we're proud to show off.

If you have a classic Cadillac, even if its not from 1959, give us a call. We'd love to speak with you and help with your restoration needs.

1959 Cadillac restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR)

Cadillac Interior and Upholstery Restoration Services

The interior of your classic Cadillac is the final touch on a restoration and while the highly-polished paint and gleaming chrome will bring a smile to the face of an owner, the luxury is derived when seated inside of the car.

Newly restored dash components, carpeting along with newly upholstered leather seats and door panels are signature elements from America's premier luxury car manufacturer.

Moreso than most other car makes, the Cadillac interior is a more difficult job. Parts are harder to find and matching the color and grain pattern is crucial. With thirty years of specific Cadillac restoration experience, CPR's (formerly as FEN Enterprises) Cadillac interior and upholstery restorations can be found on some of the world's finest restored Cadillacs.

                        

Give us a call at (845) 462-5959 to learn more.

The Cadillac restoration specialists - CPR in Poughkeepsie, NY

For the past thirty years, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus has been leading a small family-owned company that has become known as the world's leading Cadillac restoration specialist. Restoring the "Standard of the World" is not an easy undertaking and years of experience and Cadillac-specific knowledge keep long-time customers coming back to CPR.

Regional arts & culture magazine Hudson Valley went so far as to proclaim Elsa Mauer as the Cadillac Queen and the name has stuck. Her business is located in the town of Poughkeepsie, NY and they can be reached at 845-462-5959.

1956 Cadillac Fleetwood in for restoration

The Cadillac restoration specialists of Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) recently received delivery of a classic 1956 Cadillac Fleetwood Sixty Special. Having not been registered siince 1975, the car was flatbedded in with rotted tires and frozen wheel hubs and will undergo an extensive restoration.

The owner of this car chose CPR not due to any advertising but through multiple recommendations from those "in the know" about classic Cadillacs. You can stay up-to-date with this restoration by liking their Cadillac Parts & Restoration Facebook page.

Classic Cadillac Restoration: 1974 Cadillac Eldorado convertible

A recent addition to our facility is the below 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. This convertible will undergo some vital mechanical repairs as well as an interior restoration and receive a new convertible top. This car is a gift of love being passed down from a grandfather to his grandson and we're proud that they've chosen us for our expert classic Cadillac restoration services.

Classic Cadillac under restoration: 1974 Cadillac Eldorado