As of Jan. 20, 2025, this is the information we have about this car:
[Jan.01.2016] We received an email from Denis Lacroix from Laval, Province of Québec, Canada. Denis stated the following: Hi, my name is Denis Lacroix. Just a little note to inform you about my new buy in august 2015. I bought a 1957 eldorado brougham (#144) from a guy of St-Lin des Laurentides, province of Québec, who owned it since 1991. He bought it in Florida in 1991 from a guy of California. At this time the car has 42000 miles and in 2015, the car has 61000 miles and it seem to be a very good original kenya beige color. In the database list of Brougham 1957 survivors, there is a #144 but it's not mine. All the information on the plate are ok with the car. Apparently the car that was previously listed in the registry may be a different car or it may just be that the picture was incorrect. Denis' version of the car history does seem different so we will be investigating the history of this car and will amend the record as/if necessary. Denis also provided a link to a video which is also included in the gallery herewith.
[Jan.01.2002] Brougham collector Jean-Claude Franchitti reported that this car has found a new owner.
[2001] This car was recently reported in Canada by Cadillac aficionado, Todd Fitzgerald. It was offered for sale on e-Bay in December 2001. The ad read as follows: Ever dreamed of having a rare eye catching automobile? Well this is a rare opportunity. One of only 400 produced in 1957 and a total of 704 produced in all. It is truly rare indeed. Distinguished by it's stainless steel roof panels and suicide doors. It was set apart from other vehicles of it's time. Only a select, privileged few were allowed [could afford ???] to purchase the Brougham. Elvis Presley [I reckon if he had one we would have heard about it by now!, Frank Sinatra, John Wayne, Bob Hope were all counted as original owners of these automobiles. This one carries the body number of 144 making it one of the first 150 ever made. Add this to the fact that it belonged to the family of Jimmy Hoffa's right hand man, Joe Montana (not the football player). The Car's odometer shows 27,642 miles. The car does run, but is not road worthy as it has been sitting for some time. The car needs new paint and upholstery. The car is in good condition for its age. Has most of its parts. Notably missing is the air cleaner, battery cover and the stainless steel cups that came in the glove compartment. It does have the ladies compact. With a little work this car can be a beauty. We are selling this car for a client. For more information on condition and of car, call Bill at (814) 355-4098 or his cell (814) 591-2016. If you would like more pictures, sent an e-Mail. Seller with deliver car within 200 miles of central Pennsylvania. Outside of that area buyer must pay for delivery.
[Jan.01.2016] We received an email from Denis Lacroix from Laval, Province of Québec, Canada. Denis stated the following: Hi, my name is Denis Lacroix. Just a little note to inform you about my new buy in august 2015. I bought a 1957 eldorado brougham (#144) from a guy of St-Lin des Laurentides, province of Québec, who owned it since 1991. He bought it in Florida in 1991 from a guy of California. At this time the car has 42000 miles and in 2015, the car has 61000 miles and it seem to be a very good original kenya beige color. In the database list of Brougham 1957 survivors, there is a #144 but it's not mine. All the information on the plate are ok with the car. Apparently the car that was previously listed in the registry may be a different car or it may just be that the picture was incorrect. Denis' version of the car history does seem different so we will be investigating the history of this car and will amend the record as/if necessary. Denis also provided a link to a video which is also included in the gallery herewith.
[Jan.01.2002] Brougham collector Jean-Claude Franchitti reported that this car has found a new owner.
[2001] This car was recently reported in Canada by Cadillac aficionado, Todd Fitzgerald. It was offered for sale on e-Bay in December 2001. The ad read as follows: Ever dreamed of having a rare eye catching automobile? Well this is a rare opportunity. One of only 400 produced in 1957 and a total of 704 produced in all. It is truly rare indeed. Distinguished by it's stainless steel roof panels and suicide doors. It was set apart from other vehicles of it's time. Only a select, privileged few were allowed [could afford ???] to purchase the Brougham. Elvis Presley [I reckon if he had one we would have heard about it by now!, Frank Sinatra, John Wayne, Bob Hope were all counted as original owners of these automobiles. This one carries the body number of 144 making it one of the first 150 ever made. Add this to the fact that it belonged to the family of Jimmy Hoffa's right hand man, Joe Montana (not the football player). The Car's odometer shows 27,642 miles. The car does run, but is not road worthy as it has been sitting for some time. The car needs new paint and upholstery. The car is in good condition for its age. Has most of its parts. Notably missing is the air cleaner, battery cover and the stainless steel cups that came in the glove compartment. It does have the ladies compact. With a little work this car can be a beauty. We are selling this car for a client. For more information on condition and of car, call Bill at (814) 355-4098 or his cell (814) 591-2016. If you would like more pictures, sent an e-Mail. Seller with deliver car within 200 miles of central Pennsylvania. Outside of that area buyer must pay for delivery.