Oh boy, let me tell you about this project I’ve been working on. It’s a 1967 Cadillac Eldorado, and let me say, it has been quite the journey.
It all started when I stumbled upon this beauty at a local classic car show. I mean, who could resist that sleek, long-hood, short-deck design? So, I bought it. Not in the best shape, mind you, but with a lot of potentials. I paid around $2 for it, which seemed like a steal at the time. Turns out, it was more of a project than I initially thought.
First thing I did was dive into some research. I learned that only about 17,930 of these cars were made in ’67. And this baby, it’s got a 7-liter V8 engine under the hood. Front-wheel drive, too – pretty advanced for back then. Variable ratio power steering and automatic level control, sounds great, right?
Now, the real work began. The engine needed some serious attention. I started by taking it apart, piece by piece. I’m no professional mechanic, but I’ve gotten pretty handy over the years. Cleaned the parts, replaced what was worn out, and slowly put it back together. It was a messy, greasy process, I tell ya.
- Tackled the transmission next.
- It’s a 3-speed automatic, and let me tell you, finding parts was a real headache.
- Scoured the internet, called up every classic car part supplier I could find.
- Finally got my hands on what I needed.
Then came the bodywork. Oh, the bodywork. Rusted panels, dents, you name it. I spent weeks sanding, filling, and painting. I even had to learn how to weld – YouTube’s a lifesaver, I swear. The interior was another story. Ripped seats, faded carpets… I managed to find some original fabric and reupholstered the seats myself. Took forever, but it was worth it.
Brakes!
That was a whole other beast. I decided to convert them to the ’69-’70 style discs since those parts are easier to come by. Made sense, right?
After months – no, years – of hard work, sweat, and maybe a few tears, I finally got her running. And let me tell you, hearing that engine purr for the first time was pure magic. Took her out for a spin, and boy, does she ride smooth. Feels like you’re floating on a cloud.
I took her to a few car shows, and she turned heads. People couldn’t believe it was the same car. I even won a couple of awards! All that hard work paid off. It’s not just a car anymore; it’s a piece of history, a labor of love.
So, yeah, that’s my 1967 Cadillac Eldorado story. It was a wild ride, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I am very happy to see my results. And who knows, maybe I’ll take on another classic car project someday. But for now, I’m just going to enjoy cruising in my golden beauty.
