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Formerly the property of the late John Entwistle, bassist for THE WHO

Auction 17.08.2006
17.08.2006
Schätzpreis
50.000 $ - 70.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
39.950 $
Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 41 A

Formerly the property of the late John Entwistle, bassist for THE WHO

Auction 17.08.2006
17.08.2006
Schätzpreis
50.000 $ - 70.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
39.950 $
Beschreibung:

Formerly the property of the late John Entwistle, bassist for THE WHO 1957 CADILLAC ELDORADO BIARRITZ CONVERTIBLE Chassis No. 5762012175 Red with white and red interior Engine: V8, overhead valve, 365ci, 325bhp at 4,800rpm, two Carter four-barrel carburetors; Gearbox: Hydra-Matic automatic; Suspension: independent front and live rear axle with springs and shocks all round; Brakes: front and rear drums. Left hand drive. The mid to late 1950s marked a completely new era for automobiles. During and immediately following the war, Americans tended to conserve their money, whereas by the 1950s there was more disposable wealth and even opulence. For the first time many Americans could indeed afford to be frivolous and buy themselves something luxurious. Reflecting this, the automakers of Detroit decided to produce a line of super luxury cars. These automobiles were designed to be exclusive, flashy status symbols and naturally carried high price tags. 'Eldorado' was the fabled city of gold that the Spanish Conquistadores had come to the new world searching for and it was to be a fitting name for Cadillac's prestige line-up of cars. The Eldorado range had many unique design elements such as the chrome-edged 'shark style' fins, jet pod exhausts and twin round taillights halfway up the fenders. When Cadillac unveiled its moderately restyled Eldorado in 1956, the American public responded by bolstering automaker's sales to over 150,000 for the first time in the company's history. With ten different body styles to choose from, the two ton Cadillac exhibited a multitude of appearances and demonstrated the varied and versatile styling concepts of General Motors chief designer, Harley Earl. It was under Earl's direction that the Sedan de Ville and Biarritz were introduced as new nameplates, both of which continued to remain in the line-up through the ensuing decades. Aptly titled the Biarritz, after the world-famous holiday resort on the Basque coast of southwest France, the car came standard with a plethora of comforts and amenities within the original price of approximately $7,000. The 1957 Eldorado featured lower body lines due to greater structural rigidity because of a newly adopted tubular X-frame. The front bumper featured rubber guard tips and parking lights set into the lower section. The Biarritz and Coupe Sevilles were the longest of the Series 62 Eldorados measuring in at 222.1 inches. The car on offer was owned by John Entwistle, the celebrated bassist of the famed British rock group, The Who. Entwistle was known for being one of rock music's most influential bassists with distinctly audible and complex work. In addition to being bassist, Entwistle sang back up vocals and played himself in the band's rock opera, Tommy , which also starred a young Elton John. Additionally, Entwistle released a half-dozen albums himself. The Who's legendary status in the 1950s and 1960s was highlighted by their explosive rock 'n' roll performances and reputation for ending a show by thrashing their instruments. Sadly on the eve of what would be their most recent North American tour, John Entwistle died of heart failure in June 2002. Prior to Entwistle's ownership, the Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz was owned by Eddie and Charlotte Carrillo of Los Angeles, California. In 1991 the car headed overseas to Entwistle's English mansion in Stow-in-the-Wold, where it remained until the present owner acquired it from the estate. The car is an older restoration, yet described by the vendor as a good driver. Whilst some detailing could be advantageous it is reputed to present well but the hood operation requires servicing. A quintessential American icon coupled with a musical past, this Cadillac is ready to let the good times roll.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 41 A
Auktion:
Datum:
17.08.2006
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
17 August 2006, Monterey, Jet Center
Beschreibung:

Formerly the property of the late John Entwistle, bassist for THE WHO 1957 CADILLAC ELDORADO BIARRITZ CONVERTIBLE Chassis No. 5762012175 Red with white and red interior Engine: V8, overhead valve, 365ci, 325bhp at 4,800rpm, two Carter four-barrel carburetors; Gearbox: Hydra-Matic automatic; Suspension: independent front and live rear axle with springs and shocks all round; Brakes: front and rear drums. Left hand drive. The mid to late 1950s marked a completely new era for automobiles. During and immediately following the war, Americans tended to conserve their money, whereas by the 1950s there was more disposable wealth and even opulence. For the first time many Americans could indeed afford to be frivolous and buy themselves something luxurious. Reflecting this, the automakers of Detroit decided to produce a line of super luxury cars. These automobiles were designed to be exclusive, flashy status symbols and naturally carried high price tags. 'Eldorado' was the fabled city of gold that the Spanish Conquistadores had come to the new world searching for and it was to be a fitting name for Cadillac's prestige line-up of cars. The Eldorado range had many unique design elements such as the chrome-edged 'shark style' fins, jet pod exhausts and twin round taillights halfway up the fenders. When Cadillac unveiled its moderately restyled Eldorado in 1956, the American public responded by bolstering automaker's sales to over 150,000 for the first time in the company's history. With ten different body styles to choose from, the two ton Cadillac exhibited a multitude of appearances and demonstrated the varied and versatile styling concepts of General Motors chief designer, Harley Earl. It was under Earl's direction that the Sedan de Ville and Biarritz were introduced as new nameplates, both of which continued to remain in the line-up through the ensuing decades. Aptly titled the Biarritz, after the world-famous holiday resort on the Basque coast of southwest France, the car came standard with a plethora of comforts and amenities within the original price of approximately $7,000. The 1957 Eldorado featured lower body lines due to greater structural rigidity because of a newly adopted tubular X-frame. The front bumper featured rubber guard tips and parking lights set into the lower section. The Biarritz and Coupe Sevilles were the longest of the Series 62 Eldorados measuring in at 222.1 inches. The car on offer was owned by John Entwistle, the celebrated bassist of the famed British rock group, The Who. Entwistle was known for being one of rock music's most influential bassists with distinctly audible and complex work. In addition to being bassist, Entwistle sang back up vocals and played himself in the band's rock opera, Tommy , which also starred a young Elton John. Additionally, Entwistle released a half-dozen albums himself. The Who's legendary status in the 1950s and 1960s was highlighted by their explosive rock 'n' roll performances and reputation for ending a show by thrashing their instruments. Sadly on the eve of what would be their most recent North American tour, John Entwistle died of heart failure in June 2002. Prior to Entwistle's ownership, the Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz was owned by Eddie and Charlotte Carrillo of Los Angeles, California. In 1991 the car headed overseas to Entwistle's English mansion in Stow-in-the-Wold, where it remained until the present owner acquired it from the estate. The car is an older restoration, yet described by the vendor as a good driver. Whilst some detailing could be advantageous it is reputed to present well but the hood operation requires servicing. A quintessential American icon coupled with a musical past, this Cadillac is ready to let the good times roll.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 41 A
Auktion:
Datum:
17.08.2006
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
17 August 2006, Monterey, Jet Center
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