Hemmings Motor News wrote a fantastic article back in our "FEN" days. It detailed our history and our owner, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus. Since 1984, Elsa has been leading one of the world's finest auto restoration teams.
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Elsa Mauer Nicodemus
New York Times article about the tragic death of Victoria Nicodemus who was walking on a Brooklyn sidewalk when she was killed by a suspended license driver. Elsa Mauer Nicodemus, Victoria's mother, is quoted in the article.
Sunday, June 12, 2016
More First Place Winning Classic Cadillacs for CPR
First-Place has become commonplace for the classic Cadillacs restored by the experts at Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR). This year in Las Vegas at the annual Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet, the CPR team continued their tradition of award-winning work with two of the completed projects taking home the top prize in their respective class.
A 1961 Cadillac Series 62 convertible, restored for the President of General Motors, was awarded a First-Place plaque in its debut at the Grand National. CPR's stunning 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville earned the most prestigious prize, the Senior Wreath award.
CPR has earned its reputation as the Cadillac restoration expert of choice for aficionados of America's premier luxury automobile. Their popular Instagram feed is a great way to stay up-to-date on their current projects. View their feed: Cadillac Parts & Restoration
A 1961 Cadillac Series 62 convertible, restored for the President of General Motors, was awarded a First-Place plaque in its debut at the Grand National. CPR's stunning 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville earned the most prestigious prize, the Senior Wreath award.
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| 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration back in their FEN Enterprises days. |
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Classic Cadillac and Restoration Photo Feed
Classic car fans worldwide turn to the internet to get their fix of classic car photos. While there is a myriad of web and social media sites that caters to such folks, Instagram has become one of the most popular.
The world's leader in classic Cadillac restoration has a strong online presence and maintains an Instagram page with a fantastic feed consisting of their restoration projects, completed cars and other related images. Give them a follow at https://www.instagram.com/cprforyourcar/
The world's leader in classic Cadillac restoration has a strong online presence and maintains an Instagram page with a fantastic feed consisting of their restoration projects, completed cars and other related images. Give them a follow at https://www.instagram.com/cprforyourcar/
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| 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration by CPR. |
CPR Restores 1961 Cadillac for General Motors' President
Since 1984, when F.E.N. Enterprises was formed, the talented professionals of Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) have produced some of the world's finest restored classic Cadillacs. Throughout those decades, they've earned their reputation as the go-to restorer of vintage examples of America's
premier luxury brand.
CPR's clientele runs the gamut from middle-class families restoring their grandfather's old "Caddy" to captains of industry seeking a top-flight show car.. No matter whose vehicle enters their Poughkeepsie, NY restoration facility, CPR's team provides the very best care and work.
A few years ago, Daniel Ammann, the current President of General Motors, brought his beloved 1961 Cadillac Series 62 convertible to Cadillac Parts & Restoration for a full, ground-up, restoration. Purchased in 1999 as a young finance whiz with his first bonus check in hand, the car became his primary 'driver' in the crowded streets of Manhattan and the back roads of the Hamptons.
Due to the vehicle's age and use, it was in very rough shape when CPR received it and became a very challenging restoration. However, CPR's Cadillac restoration experts were again successful in producing a world class restoration.
In fact, just months after the project completion, the convertible was entered for judging at the prestigious Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet where it took home a First Place award in its class.
In their April 2016 edition of the Self-Starter magazine the Cadillac & LaSalle Club published an article (written by Hank Miller) that chronicled Amman's ownership, and the restoration of, his Cadillac. Read the story of Daniel Ammann's 1961 Cadillac restoration.
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| Danial Ammann's 1961 Cadillac convertible. Restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration |
CPR's clientele runs the gamut from middle-class families restoring their grandfather's old "Caddy" to captains of industry seeking a top-flight show car.. No matter whose vehicle enters their Poughkeepsie, NY restoration facility, CPR's team provides the very best care and work.
A few years ago, Daniel Ammann, the current President of General Motors, brought his beloved 1961 Cadillac Series 62 convertible to Cadillac Parts & Restoration for a full, ground-up, restoration. Purchased in 1999 as a young finance whiz with his first bonus check in hand, the car became his primary 'driver' in the crowded streets of Manhattan and the back roads of the Hamptons.
Due to the vehicle's age and use, it was in very rough shape when CPR received it and became a very challenging restoration. However, CPR's Cadillac restoration experts were again successful in producing a world class restoration.
In fact, just months after the project completion, the convertible was entered for judging at the prestigious Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet where it took home a First Place award in its class.
In their April 2016 edition of the Self-Starter magazine the Cadillac & LaSalle Club published an article (written by Hank Miller) that chronicled Amman's ownership, and the restoration of, his Cadillac. Read the story of Daniel Ammann's 1961 Cadillac restoration.
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Preserving Automotive History
Since the advent of the American interstate system, the automobile has become an important part of American history. The highways connected a growing nation like never before and revolutionized travel. Whether exploring new destinations or visiting faraway relatives, Americans were presented with greater control over their travels.
Choice of vehicle became a very personal choice. Balancing practicality and personal desires, station wagons, pickup trucks, sporty coupes and luxury sedans filled the newly constructed lanes and the continental United States changed permanently. America's love affair with the car was born and has not stopped growing.
Sentiment is behind much of the passion for automobiles and drives much of the collector and classic car market. Fond memories weekend drives on the family car or reliving those exciting teen years by obtaining and restoring the first car ever owned, so many people maintain a passion for cars of bygone decades.
Many of those who have the ability and resources perform necessary restoration work themselves. Most, though, contract with a restorer to breathe life back into their classic car. The choices vary, from local body shops to experienced and professional restoration specialists and a car's owner must consider their desired outcome when selecting a provider.
Among the high-end American automobiles, Cadillac cemented its legacy as the nations premier manufacturer of luxury automobiles. The brand became a symbol of success hallmarked by over-the-top styling and trend-setting innovation.
Cadillac's enduring popularity is responsible for today's strong collector car market for the brand. It is not uncommon for rare and well-preserved/correctly-restored classics to sell for over $200,000.
When it comes to proper restoration of Cadillacs there is one restorer that has earned an international reputation as the premier provider in the industry. Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has served the classic Cadillac restoration community since 1984. First, as F.E.N. Enterprises, and now under the CPR banner, they've produced the world's finest examples of restored Cadillacs and preserves the luxury classic car segment one project at a time.
Choice of vehicle became a very personal choice. Balancing practicality and personal desires, station wagons, pickup trucks, sporty coupes and luxury sedans filled the newly constructed lanes and the continental United States changed permanently. America's love affair with the car was born and has not stopped growing.
Sentiment is behind much of the passion for automobiles and drives much of the collector and classic car market. Fond memories weekend drives on the family car or reliving those exciting teen years by obtaining and restoring the first car ever owned, so many people maintain a passion for cars of bygone decades.
Many of those who have the ability and resources perform necessary restoration work themselves. Most, though, contract with a restorer to breathe life back into their classic car. The choices vary, from local body shops to experienced and professional restoration specialists and a car's owner must consider their desired outcome when selecting a provider.
Among the high-end American automobiles, Cadillac cemented its legacy as the nations premier manufacturer of luxury automobiles. The brand became a symbol of success hallmarked by over-the-top styling and trend-setting innovation.
Cadillac's enduring popularity is responsible for today's strong collector car market for the brand. It is not uncommon for rare and well-preserved/correctly-restored classics to sell for over $200,000.
When it comes to proper restoration of Cadillacs there is one restorer that has earned an international reputation as the premier provider in the industry. Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has served the classic Cadillac restoration community since 1984. First, as F.E.N. Enterprises, and now under the CPR banner, they've produced the world's finest examples of restored Cadillacs and preserves the luxury classic car segment one project at a time.
Sunday, November 29, 2015
Cadillac Restoration Specialists
Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has become known by classic Cadillac owners as the go-to restorer of choice. This reputation has been earned since 1984 (F.E.N. Enterprises) through its dedicated service and award-winning restoration work.
Perhaps the best way to learn about their work is by following their Cadillac Restoration page on Instagram. CPR allows followers to stay current with the latest projects and offers a look back at some of their past restorations.
Their most recently completed project, a 1961 Cadillac deVille convertible can be found on their IG page as well as a stunning 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz that was completed this summer.
Perhaps the best way to learn about their work is by following their Cadillac Restoration page on Instagram. CPR allows followers to stay current with the latest projects and offers a look back at some of their past restorations.
Their most recently completed project, a 1961 Cadillac deVille convertible can be found on their IG page as well as a stunning 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz that was completed this summer.
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| 1961 Cadillac deVille convertible - a CPR restoration |
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