Chip Foose is known for plenty masterpieces in the automotive design world, infusing modern touches with classic lines and heritage. But, this time, he’s doing something a little different.
According to Foose Design, Foose himself has taken a stillborn design sketch of a 1935 Cadillac and plans to bring it to life. The Cadillac was supposed to be a custom vehicle, commissioned by car dealer Wes Rydell and his wife Vivian.
The plan was for the 1935 Cadillac to become shorter, wider and feature a removable hardtop. We’d assume the Great Depression had something to do with the project never surpassing a sketch.
Foose has taken a 1939 Cadillac Series 60 sedan to remake the initial design, but of course with a few Foose touches. The design is expected to be ready by the end of the summer.
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Cool idea!
Remember the original Cadillac 16.
I think they stopped production in 1940 (?),the war put metal restrictions from what I recall.
The cadillac 16 from the 2000 Detroit auto show was the modern revival.
I’d like to see Chip do a blend of the 1935 and the 2000 models.
I’d buy it.
three cheers for the A-team.
I wish they still built cars just like this !