Custom Removable Hardtop Cadillac Convertible 540ci V8 Automatic A/C

Timeless elegance with a splash of welcome upgrades is the theme of this 1953 Cadillac Convertible. If you lust after the smooth lines of a hardtop Cadillac, but also dream of top down summertime driving, this is the car for you! Many hours of design and fabrication have gone into creating what Cadillac didn't, a 1953 removable hardtop coupe! The modifications were executed so well that even diehard car guys need convincing the top comes off! Striking Bordeaux Red Metallic and complimenting pearl white paint colors were chosen to highlight the rich and stylish presence only found with a Cadillac.

Every detail of this classic beauty has been painstakingly restored through a full nut and bolt restoration, including a rotisserie restored body stripped to bare metal. The result is a show-quality ride with straight lines, excellent alignment, and stunning chrome trim.

Under the hood lies a powerhouse: a Cadillac 500ci V8, bored and stroked to 540 cubic inches, producing an impressive 500 horsepower and a formidable 611 lb-ft of torque. Enhanced with an Edelbrock aluminum intake, 4bbl carburetor, Sanderson Streetrod Headers, and custom aluminum valve covers, this big Caddy is a blend of raw power and polished performance.

The restoration spared no detail in modernizing this classic icon. It features a THM200R4 Automatic Overdrive Transmission paired with a Ford 8.8 rear axle for smooth acceleration and cruising characteristics. Power rack and pinion steering allow for effortless handling, while modern air conditioning keeps the cabin comfortable even on the warmest days.

Safety and control are paramount, highlighted by power four-wheel disc brakes and Ride Tech adjustable Air Ride suspension at both ends, resting on stunning 15" chrome Kelsey Hayes wire wheels wrapped in Firestone wide white wall radial tires.

Inside, the opulence continues with custom touches throughout: power windows, a chrome tilt steering column, and a custom painted steering wheel. The dash is adorned with wood veneer inlays, concealing modern amenities like A/C and air suspension controls, seamlessly integrated into the classic design.

Entertainment meets sophistication with a Kenwood touch screen stereo, offering modern sound quality while respecting the vehicle's vintage aesthetic. Custom door panels and package tray add to the bespoke interior, showcasing craftsmanship that matches the exterior's excellence.

Recognized by Goodguys with builder's choice awards, this 1953 Cadillac Convertible is not just a car but a statement—a blend of classic allure and contemporary engineering, celebrating both the history of automotive design and the innovation of custom craftsmanship. Call us today to make it yours!

Specs:

* Full custom fabricated removable hardtop
* Show quality chrome trim
* Bordeaux Red Metallic paint
* Pearl white top
* Full nut and bolt restoration
* Body rotisserie restored
* Stripped to bare metal
* 300k build
* Cadillac 500ci bored and stroked to 540
* 500 hp
* 611 lb-ft
* Edelbrock aluminum intake
* Edelbrock 4bbl carb
* Stainless steel exhaust
* Sanderson Streetrod Headers
* Custom aluminum valve covers
* Polished accessories
* Custom painted Walker radiator with electric cooling fan
* All new wiring
* Braided stainless steel lines
* Battery relocated to front of trunk
* THM200R4 Automatic Overdrive Transmission
* Ford 8.8 rear axle
* Power rack and pinion steering
* Modern air conditioning
* Power four wheel disc brakes
* A/C also vented to rear through center console
* Power windows
* Chrome tilt steering column
* Custom painted steering wheel
* Wood veneer dash inlays
* A/C and air suspension controls hidden in dash
* Custom door panels and package tray
* Kenwood touch screen stereo
* Fat Man double A-arm front suspension
* Ride Tech adjustable Air Ride front and rear
* 15" chrome Kelsey Hayes wire wheels
* Firestone wide white wall radial tires
* Goodguys builders choice awards