As of Jan. 16, 2025, this is the information we have about this car:
[Feb.01.2017] Car #279 has been discovered. Here's the story, as told to me by those who found the'treasure': Car #279 recently was discovered on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. In May 2006, A. & J. Duffus acquired it from the original owner’s son. Mrs. George Fiske Hammond took delivery of her beloved Brougham, September 6th, 1957, after admiring one at the West Coast, invitation only, introduction staged at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Mrs. Hammond, heiress to a silk and oil fortune, drove the car regularly until 1967 when she purchased a new Rolls-Royce. The car was used occasionally during the next twenty years. The last nineteen years has seen almost no mileage. #279 is in original condition, save for some minor practical modifications by the original owner. The paint is ebony (code 110) with dark & light gray leather and moutons (trim code 1502). All the vanity & personal items are included; the important color coordinated ones being original. Drinking cups and atomizer are Mastermind reproductions. A sealed, correct bottle of Arp?ge Extrait de Lanvin with box is in the glove compartment along with the original “Operating Manual” and a“Cadillac Lubrication Agreement” coupon book dated September 7th, 1957. Should one need roadside assistance there is a pamphlet of “Names & Addresses of AAA Affiliated Clubs & Associations,” dated January 15th, 1957. A period California highway map is also there. Modifications include a battery cut off switch, an alternatorand quick connect air hose fitting. The car is still riding on its original air system andmost accessories work. At some point, following a minor accident, the car was re-sprayedand the front seat was re-upholstered. This summer we performed minor mechanical work and cosmetic detailing, entered her in three car shows and came home with Mayor’s Choice in one and Top Pick in another. More significantly, we have driven the car 824 miles withabsolutely no trouble, save the crowds she draws. This almost original 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham now has 103,308 miles on her odometer. It remains for me to thank the author for his input and to request a couple of pics of the car to complete thisentry. Late extra [10/2007]: The owners, Jeannie andAndrew Duffus, have joined the 1957-58 owners group on Yahoo and I now have photos (below)as well as this recent letter: Thank you for publishing the story of #279. We have been her caretaker for just over a year now. In that time, we have driven her 1509 miles, entered her in four car shows and been awarded four prizes. Cosmetically we have cleaned her thoroughly, painted pieces like the air cleaners and replaced some rubber seals and shrouds. Mechanically we have replaced the exhaust, stopped some fluid leaks and performeda minor tune up using mostly NOS parts. We may even have found a way to replace the front door assist springs (Clock springs?) using easily found junkyard parts (we will keep youposted on this as many Brougham owners face the dilemma of broken door springs). This year, her fiftieth birthday, will see more appearance improvements and mechanical repairs as appropriate. Next year we may offer #279 for sale as garage space and other commitments are issues. More here.
[Feb.01.2017] Car #279 has been discovered. Here's the story, as told to me by those who found the'treasure': Car #279 recently was discovered on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. In May 2006, A. & J. Duffus acquired it from the original owner’s son. Mrs. George Fiske Hammond took delivery of her beloved Brougham, September 6th, 1957, after admiring one at the West Coast, invitation only, introduction staged at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Mrs. Hammond, heiress to a silk and oil fortune, drove the car regularly until 1967 when she purchased a new Rolls-Royce. The car was used occasionally during the next twenty years. The last nineteen years has seen almost no mileage. #279 is in original condition, save for some minor practical modifications by the original owner. The paint is ebony (code 110) with dark & light gray leather and moutons (trim code 1502). All the vanity & personal items are included; the important color coordinated ones being original. Drinking cups and atomizer are Mastermind reproductions. A sealed, correct bottle of Arp?ge Extrait de Lanvin with box is in the glove compartment along with the original “Operating Manual” and a“Cadillac Lubrication Agreement” coupon book dated September 7th, 1957. Should one need roadside assistance there is a pamphlet of “Names & Addresses of AAA Affiliated Clubs & Associations,” dated January 15th, 1957. A period California highway map is also there. Modifications include a battery cut off switch, an alternatorand quick connect air hose fitting. The car is still riding on its original air system andmost accessories work. At some point, following a minor accident, the car was re-sprayedand the front seat was re-upholstered. This summer we performed minor mechanical work and cosmetic detailing, entered her in three car shows and came home with Mayor’s Choice in one and Top Pick in another. More significantly, we have driven the car 824 miles withabsolutely no trouble, save the crowds she draws. This almost original 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham now has 103,308 miles on her odometer. It remains for me to thank the author for his input and to request a couple of pics of the car to complete thisentry. Late extra [10/2007]: The owners, Jeannie andAndrew Duffus, have joined the 1957-58 owners group on Yahoo and I now have photos (below)as well as this recent letter: Thank you for publishing the story of #279. We have been her caretaker for just over a year now. In that time, we have driven her 1509 miles, entered her in four car shows and been awarded four prizes. Cosmetically we have cleaned her thoroughly, painted pieces like the air cleaners and replaced some rubber seals and shrouds. Mechanically we have replaced the exhaust, stopped some fluid leaks and performeda minor tune up using mostly NOS parts. We may even have found a way to replace the front door assist springs (Clock springs?) using easily found junkyard parts (we will keep youposted on this as many Brougham owners face the dilemma of broken door springs). This year, her fiftieth birthday, will see more appearance improvements and mechanical repairs as appropriate. Next year we may offer #279 for sale as garage space and other commitments are issues. More here.