As of Dec. 22, 2024, this is the information we have about this car:
[Feb.01.2017] Car #631 In December,1999, I learned that this 1958 Brougham (black with black and white interior) was owned by Joe Bortz of Blue Suede Shoes Enterprises in Highland Park, IL. It was previously owned by Willy Davidson of the Harley Davidson Company.' The car was later offered for sale on e-Bay (December, 2003 and May 2006) and described thus: 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham aka The Harley Davidson Eldorado Brougham - This vehicle was formerly owned by Willie Davidson of Harley Davidson Motorcycle Co. The car is unbelievably original including mostly original paint, chrome - all original black & white interior.' Original mutton [mouton, or lambskin] carpeting and a full set of all accessories including shot glasses, clear plastic cigarette case, compact, mirror, note pad w/pencil and perfume bottle - all in correct matching color. Stainless steel top near perfect condition!' Most electrical working perfect.' Currently small problem with electric memory seat and drivers vent window. Car has correct multiple carburation and is riding on springs. Car is straight as an arrow. It would be hard to find a car in more beautiful original condition!' Currently small problem with electric memory seat and drivers vent window. In December 2003, the car was bid up to $55K but the owner had a higher reserve on it. In May, 2006, the minimum starting bid was given as $75,000. Thanks to CLC member, Tom Barnard [58EB#450], for tipping me off to the May 2006 auction.' I believe his was a Kruse auction held in Fort Lauderdale, FL (can anyone confirm?). Bidding reached $95,600 (!) but there still was no sale; the vendor had a higher reserve.' It appears that 2006 marks a turning in Broughams values.' Not many may be sold but prices will reach six figures!
[Feb.01.2017] Car #631 In December,1999, I learned that this 1958 Brougham (black with black and white interior) was owned by Joe Bortz of Blue Suede Shoes Enterprises in Highland Park, IL. It was previously owned by Willy Davidson of the Harley Davidson Company.' The car was later offered for sale on e-Bay (December, 2003 and May 2006) and described thus: 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham aka The Harley Davidson Eldorado Brougham - This vehicle was formerly owned by Willie Davidson of Harley Davidson Motorcycle Co. The car is unbelievably original including mostly original paint, chrome - all original black & white interior.' Original mutton [mouton, or lambskin] carpeting and a full set of all accessories including shot glasses, clear plastic cigarette case, compact, mirror, note pad w/pencil and perfume bottle - all in correct matching color. Stainless steel top near perfect condition!' Most electrical working perfect.' Currently small problem with electric memory seat and drivers vent window. Car has correct multiple carburation and is riding on springs. Car is straight as an arrow. It would be hard to find a car in more beautiful original condition!' Currently small problem with electric memory seat and drivers vent window. In December 2003, the car was bid up to $55K but the owner had a higher reserve on it. In May, 2006, the minimum starting bid was given as $75,000. Thanks to CLC member, Tom Barnard [58EB#450], for tipping me off to the May 2006 auction.' I believe his was a Kruse auction held in Fort Lauderdale, FL (can anyone confirm?). Bidding reached $95,600 (!) but there still was no sale; the vendor had a higher reserve.' It appears that 2006 marks a turning in Broughams values.' Not many may be sold but prices will reach six figures!