More Award-Winning Restored Cadillacs by CPR

Dating back to the days its team worked under the FEN Enterprises banner, restorations by Cadillac Parts & Restoration have won the highest awards at the most prestigious classic car meets. Their thirty-three year history of service to the classic Cadillac community is unsurpassed and examples of their expertise reside around the world.

This year at the 2017 Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National Meet they had a larger presence than usual as their customers transported their cars from across the eastern half of the country to be entered for the notoriously arduous judging. 

The almost week-long celebration of the Cadillac marquis is the gathering of the year for those attached to the Standard of the World as the brand was known throughout most of its history. Tours, dinners, auctions, parties and socializing make up most of the week. However, when Saturday rolls around, the show field is the place to be as car owners from all regions of the United States park and shine their classics and teams of trained and knowledgeable judges roam the venue extensively examining each entered vehicle.

Big tail-fin Cadillacs of the late 1950s and early 1960s are always among the most popular of the

displayed vehicles and the 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz, recently completed by the classic Cadillac restoration experts of CPR, attracted plenty of attention.

However, attention wasn't the only thing this collectible classic received. During the awards banquet following the meet, her proud owner was called out and made the walk up to the podium to be handed the rarely-awarded Senior Wreath trophy. 

While trophies are a tangible measurement of CPR's success, nothing is more important to them than the joy and satisfaction felt by their customers as they enjoy driving their newly restored classics. They not only look as good as the day they rolled out of the showroom but they drive as well, if not better.

If you're looking to restored your vintage Cadillac, or simply desire much needed repairs or maintenance, give CPR a call at (845) 462-5959. They'll be happy to speak with you and discuss your goals and tell you how they can help. The CPR website is a great place to start and can be viewed at www.cprforyourcar.com 

The Cadillacs of 1959 and the Height of the Great American Tail Fin Wars

Nice article on Medium about the iconic 1959 Cadillacs, America's post-war desire for luxury and the apex of the great tail fin wars.

The 1950s were a golden-age for American cars. The build-out of highways and birth of the Interstate network later in the decade opened the nation to automobile travel and an expanding post-World War Two economy spurred a boom in automobile sales.

Greater affluence resulted in a corresponding desire for luxury and, as the nation’s premier luxury automaker, Cadillac and its legendary designer Harley Earl... (read more: https://medium.com/@CadillacRestoration/the-luxurious-1959-cadillac-and-the-height-of-the-tail-fin-era-d2479913e8af)

CPR's Classic Cadillac Restoration Projects

Although they now operate under Cadillac Parts & Restoration, this expert restoration team dates

back to 1984 when FEN Enterprises was created. FEN rapidly became known for its world class work and produced many award-winning restored Cadillacs.

While Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) is a new company and new name, the FEN team and the commitment to turning out the world's finest restored Cadillacs remains. Visit their Cadillac restoration project page to see more.

CPR is located in Poughkeepsie, NY and is just over an hour's drive from NYC. 

Recent Arrival at CPR: 1956 Cadillac Coupe deVille

This 1956 Cadillac Coupe deVille is a recent arrival at CPR. She's a national Senior Award winner at

both the A.A.C.A. and C.L.C. Grand National meets and her owner selected Cadillac Parts & Restoration for her care and maintenance.

In addition to our renowned full restoration work, we have a large group of loyal customers who trust CPR for repair and maintenance. Learn more about our Cadillac restoration services.

The CPR team has served the classic Cadillac community since 1984 when FEN Enterprises was founded. Despite the new name and restoration facility, our commitment to Restoring the Standard of the World remains.

National Media focused on our Cadillac restoration history

Throughout the years, our team has produced some of the world's finest restored Cadillacs. Our Cadillac restoration history and experience.

reputation has earned us some impressive media attention. You can read a nationally-syndicated AP article from our "FEN" days about our

Our new restoration facility is located in Poughkeepsie, NY . Please call us with your restoration inquiries: (845) 462-5959.

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

1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration back
in their FEN Enterprises days.

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/

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

Danial Ammann's 1961 Cadillac convertible.
Restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration

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.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration's big showing at the 2014 Cadillac Grand Nationals

The Cadillac & LaSalle Club is the world's premier organization dedicated to preserving all things Cadillac. Annually, the CLC holds its Grand National Meet at a location that rotates around the country. In 2014, the Grand National was held in Lake George, NY  which is practically in the backyard of Cadillac restorer Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR).

At that prestigious meet, three of CPR's classic Cadillac restoration projects were entered for judging. All three took home a first-place award in their respective category.

CPR has a long history of success at the CLC Grand National meets. In 2015, its 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Seville won Best of Show (post-wat) at the Grand National meet held in Milwaukee, WI.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration is located in Poughkeepsie, NY and is a little more than an hour north of New York City. They are easily accessible via the Taconic State Parkway. Route 9 and the New York State Thruway. They are also just minutes from the Poughkeepsie Metro-North/Amtrak rail station.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarrritz: CPR restoration project

When the conversation turns to classic cars of the 1950s, one automobile sure to earn mention is the 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz. This icon of American transportation is best-known for the towering tail fins that adorn its rear clip. It was the epitome of luxury and, for the owner, it was a symbol that they've "made it."

These were very expensive and very limited production cars and fetch a high price in today's collector car market. Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has restored many of these desirable classic Cadillacs. This white 1959 Eldorado Biarritz is one example of their meticulous work and shows why CPR is considered the go-to Cadillac restorer in the industry.

1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz restoration project by CPR

Learn all about Cadillac Parts & Restoration and its success story

When it comes to classic Cadillac restoration, there is no more well-known specialist restorer than the skilled folks at Cadillac Parts & Restoration. Since the formation of FEN Enterprises in 1984, the core of the CPR team has been "Restoring the Standard of the World to better than new condition.

There's been plenty of media attention focused on these classic car craftsmen. Some years ago, Hemmings Motor News published a feature article on their history and work. It's well-written and offers an excellent perspective on their expertise.

1955 Cadillac Eldorado restored by FEN/CPR

Homepage of the Cadillac Restoration Specialists

Restoring your classic Cadillac will be both complicated and expensive. Those who don't want to perform the years-long project themselves should carefully select the right restorer to complete the job.

Specializing in classic Cadillac restoration since 1984, first as FEN Enterprises, the Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) team has produced many of the world's finest restored Cadillacs and is dedicated to preserving the "Standard of the World."

Perform your due diligence, but if you want to ensure the work is performed correctly, make sure to choose CPR.

Another stunning CPR restoration: 1950 Cadillac convertible

Cadillacs of the early-1950's marked the beginning of the tail-fin era and offered a sign of things to come later in that decade. Long, bulbous body panels began to take shape and chrome trim became even more prominent.

This 1950 Cadillac restoration was performed by the professionals of FEN Enterprises, now operating with Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR). This gorgeous and elegant classic Cadillac has won major awards at the prestigious Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National event and has provided its owner with many miles of top-down enjoyment.

CPR is located just over an hour north of New York City in Poughkeepsie, NY and is easily accessible via major roadways and Amtrak/Metro North. They welcome your restoration inquiries at (845) 462-5959.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration takes delivery of two 1960 Cadillac Eldorados

Trust. It's when a longtime customer calls out-of-the-blue to tell you to expect delivery of two 1960 Cadillac Eldorados  - the next day! Sure enough, on the coldest day of the winter, a transport truck

rolled up with an Eldorado Seville and a very rare  bucket-seat Eldorado Biarritz.

We've previously restored two cars for this gentleman and we're honored to have earned his continued business. These two classic Cadillacs are highly collectible and our team of Cadillac restoration specialists are eager to begin work on these projects.

We welcome your restoration inquiries so give us a call at (845) 462-5959 or visit our website at www.cprforyourcar.com.

1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz (l) and Eldorado Seville in for restoration.

The best classic Cadillac photo feed on IG

The internet is awash with fantastic new websites that offer an infinite supply of information on just about any subject. News, information, statistics, video and photos are all at our fingertips and classic car fans can easily quench their never ending thirst for more, more, more photos of classic and custom cars.

In its 31 years, the Cadillac Parts & Restoration team has restored some of the world's finest examples of restored Cadillacs. In doing so, they've made quite a name for themselves.

However, stiff competition dictates that they cannot stand pat on reputation alone and strive to market and publicize their business. Alongside traditional advertising and marketing methods, social media plays an important role in support of their business. One outlet in particular offers robust traffic and feedback, Instagram. Their classic Cadillac restoration feed is popular and growing with followers from across the globe.

To learn more about the CPR team (formerly with FEN Enterprises), visit their website at www.cprforyourcar.com or call them at (845) 462-5959 for a restoration consultation.

1959 Cadillac: restored by Cadillac Parts & Restoration

This national award-winning 1959 Cadillac was restored and lovingly cared for by the Cadillac Parts & Restoration team.

The Classic Cadillac Restoration Experts

Forty and fifty year-old cars take a lot of work, not only to keep running, but to maintain their classic appearance. Maintenance and repair is important and is essential to a properly running vehicle.

At some point, a classic car owner will likely consider some extent of restoration. Whether it be a partial job (body/paint, power train rebuilding, suspension/brakes, interior, etc.) of a full, frame-off restoration. When that time arrives, it is beneficial for the owner to select a restorer with specific experience rebuilding their make of car.

When it comes to classic Cadillac restoration, one company stands out from the rest. Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) has a long history as the "Cadillac Specialists". From the team's beginning in 1984 when FEN Enterprises was born, their earned reputation steadily grew. With the formation of their new company, CPR, they continue their tradition of producing the world's finest examples of rebuilt Cadillacs.

Their professionalism and commitment to the highest quality work is evident in the long list of national award-winning restorations. However, they take great pride in their work  performed on cars that are "drivers" and are driven by their owners. The enjoyment derived from taking a classic car out for a spin is something that hits home for the craftsmen at CPR. Many own classics themselves and attend many local car shows and cruise nights.

Cadillac Parts & Restoration is located in Poughkeepsie, NY and is a little more than an hour's drive from New York City. They can be reached at (845) 462-5959. Learn more about CPR's Cadillac restoration services. 

Meet the "Cadillac Queen."

Running the leading Cadillac restoration shop for the past thirty years, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus has received quite of bit of publicity. In a feature article by Hudson Valley magazine, the author dubbed her the "Cadillac Queen." Since publication of that article, the title has stuck.

At car shows and other related events, she is often reminded of that piece. While the publicity is nice, Elsa takes a lot of pride in the respect that she's earned from building FEN Enterprises and now Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR). The international reputation of quality and integrity means much more than the title conferred to her.

The Cadillac Restoration Queen - Elsa Mauer Nicodemus

Recommended social media classic Cadillac feeds

Across the social media spectrum, there is an endless amount of resources where you can learn more about classic Cadillacs and their restoration. I've listed a few of my favorites. They are both informative and full of fantastic photos. Who doesn't enjoy some eye-candy.

Classic Cadillacs on Instagram

Cadillac Restoration on Facebook

Classic Cadillac Restoration Twitter Feed

Classic Cadillacs Restored Into Show Cars

A few years back, the Associated Press wrote a nationally-syndicated article about a specialized team in the classic Cadillac restoration field. The company, then FEN Enterprises, has since ceased to exist. However, the same tram now operates under the name Cadillac Parts & Restoration.

Located in the town of Poughkeepsie, NY and only about an hour's drive north of New York City, their menu of Cadillac restoration services is varied and offers classic Cadillac owners many options when it comes to breathing new life into their old car.

From full-restoration to refinishing individual components, CPR handles it all under their roof. Give them a call for more information - (845) 462-5959.