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

Cadillac Restoration Specialists

Across the nation, there are thousands of classic car "restorers". Most happen to be auto body repair shops who dabble in true restoration work. Hundreds, perhaps, are truly dedicated to the art of restoration. Fewer still actually specialize in particular manufacturers and models. In the world of Cadillac, America's premier luxury automaker, one stands out as true Cadillac restoration specialists - Cadillac Parts & Restoration, more commonly known as CPR.

In business since 1984, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus built the renowned FEN Enterprises. After decades of producing award-winning restorations, as well as hundreds of outstanding weekend drivers, her team now operates as CPR. Their new restoration facility is located in the scenic Lower Hudson Valley Region of New York State and is easily accessible from local and state highways.

Give them a call at (845) 462-5959 or visit their website at www.cprforyourcar.com

Cadillac Parts & Restoration wins three First Place awards - Elsa Mauer Nicodemus

World-renowned auto restorer Cadillac Parts & Restoration (CPR) had a banner showing at the 2014 Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National meet. With three of its restorations entered for judging, all three took home a First Place award in their respective class.

CPR owner and President, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus: "The Cadillac & LaSalle Club Grand National meet is the pre-eminent Cadillac show of its kind. To win three First Place awards, considering the organization's stringent standards, it a remarkable feat. I couldn't be more proud of our team."

The "Cadillac Queen" - restoring the Standard of the World

Cadillac, the United States' premier luxury auto brand, came to be known as the Standard of the World. Innovation and grandiose design separated Cadillac from the rest.

Decades of Cadillacs have rolled out from dealer showrooms and into owners' driveways and limousine fleets. Over the years, fewer of these old cars from the early 1900s through the 60s and 70s remain. Today, the brand remains a popular classic that many seek to restore.

However, restoration of a classic Cadillac doesn't come cheap. In fact, due to limited production and scarcity of available parts, it can be quite expensive to restore one of these cars. Specific product knowledge is vital to a successful restoration and one such restorer is located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Elsa Mauer Nicodemus, owner of Cadillac Parts & Restoration, has not only been in the business since 1984 but remains at the very top of the male-dominated industry.

Her reputation has led to many press articles and one popular publication, Hudson Valley magazine, not only featured her company but also proclaimed her as the "Cadillac Queen." It's an enjoyable article. Read about the Cadillac restoration expert.

 

Meet the "Cadillac Queen" who owns the world's leading Cadillac restoration shop

Men dominate the automobile industry. From the execs of the leading manufacturers right down to the oil change techs at the local lube shop, the scarcity of women in the business is clear. However, when it comes to automobile restoration, specifically the restoration of America's premier luxury automobiles, Elsa Mauer Nicodemus is leading the way.

Since 1984, she's led an expert team of "Cadillac specialists" that has produced many of the finest restored examples of classic Cadillacs the world over. From show cars to daily and weekend drivers, cars have rolled out of her company's garage and have been shipped to customers around the world.

Hudson Valley magazine wrote an excellent article about this Cadillac restoration "Queen" and her now thirty year-old business. You can also find these Cadillac restorers on Facebook.