Other Makes G80 Concept Car 1 of 2 (1955)
for sale
Price: US $345,000.00
Price: US $345,000.00
1955 Cadillac die Valkyrie concept car
Designed by Brooks Stevens and Body by Spohn of Germany
Rarest
of concept cars, the 1955 Cadillac concept car by Brooks Stevens. One off car (one of two known to exist). The die Valkyrie was a big hit when it toured
the European show circuit in 1955/1956 for one year. It also toured the United States starting in 1955 when it received the “Excellence
of Design and Engineering” award at the Madison Square Garden Auto Show (see
attached picture of the award).
The
Valkyrie, body by Spohn of Germany also is considered one of the most famous executions
by Spohn Bodyworks. The die Valkyrie, a Brooks
Stevens design also wears his signature black-and-white color combination.
The 1955 Cadillac die Valkyrie
has the following features:
1. It is believed to be the only
concept car to have a U.S. Patent for the design (see photo). The dramatic front
grille is said to have been Brook Steven’s way of putting it in the face of the
Europeans, because of the American’s great pride that the US Auto manufacturers felt about
their V8 engine.
2. The
die Valkyrie is fully road worthy and has a clear Illinois title.
3. Car was built on brand new 1954 Cadillac full size chassis supplied by General Motors.
4. The
longest hood on any prototype car – almost 8 feet long.
5. The car is almost
22 feet long.
6. Exotic
front bumper especially designed by Brook Stevens to emphasize the American V-8
power and determination.
7. Doors
designed extra wide add easy entrance and egress to rear seat.
8. Removable
hardtop.
9. Power
windows with double vents.
10. Plush
seats and interior.
11. Plexiglas
finned front fender ornaments that act as turn signal indicators and actually
light up when turn signal is being used.
12. Plexiglas
headlight cross pieces to add extra concentration to headlight focus and also
to blank out concentrated light for oncoming drivers. Allegedly reduces glare by 50
percent.
The car has not been
restored but was repainted once by Brooks Stevens and has the original interior. It is a wonderful collector car for any
serious American car collection, European collection but especially a German car
collection.
The Cadillac die
Valkyrie has been featured at Amelia Island, Milwaukee Art Museum (see
brochure) and other significant car shows and events.
The
Cadillac die Valkyrie has excellent provenance from new as it was documented in press pictures
during its showing at the Paris Auto Show and award from Madison Square
Gardens. It was purchased by Brooks
Stevens after the shows and driven by his wife for a few years and then
remained in his private museum in Milwaukee, WI until it was purchased by the
current owner circa 1997.
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VEHICLE IS OFFERED FOR SALE BY
A
PRIVATE SELLER
All information and photos have been provided by the private seller of
this vehicle.
PAYMENT
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of auction end to acknowledge purchase and make arrangements for pickup or
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update: 2017-07-27
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Year: | 1955 | Mileage: | 40,000 |
Number of Cylinders: | 8 | Make: | Other Makes |
Transmission: | Automatic | Model: | G80 |
Body Type: | Convertible | Trim: | Concept Car 1 of 2 |
Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty | Engine: | V8 two 4-barrel carburetors |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Drive Type: | RWD |
Options: | Convertible | Power Options: | Power Windows |
Exterior Color: | Black & White | Fuel Type: | Gasoline |
Interior Color: | Black | For Sale By: | Private Seller |