Complete Description
- A creation by painter François Bruère
- A genuine tribute to the Carrera Panamericana
- Two iconic models, sold as a single lot!
- No reserve
It was from the fruitful imagination of François Bruère, the official painter of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, that these two creations were born as a tribute to the famous Mexican race, the ‘Carrera Panamericana’. Between 1950 and 1954, the greatest racing drivers distinguished themselves there before the race was banned (deemed too dangerous), prior to its revival in 1987 (and even a victory by one of our team members, Frédéric Stoesser, in 2007!). Even though this 1958 Cadillac did not take part in the race in the late 1950s, its livery was inspired by the spirit of that era. Restored whilst retaining certain original features, the car was repainted at Provost Automobiles in Le Mans and then hand-painted. This mighty Cadillac was subsequently admired in its wartime livery at an exhibition at the Paris Motor Show in 2018. It is worth mentioning that the serial number on the manufacturer’s plate and the vehicle registration document incorrectly identifies it as a Sedan de Ville version. In the same spirit, the Harley-Davidson (which was already registered in the Sarthe region in 1987) was restored and decorated in the style that a ‘Pan-Am’ escort motorcycle might have received at the time. Both vehicles are roadworthy but haven't been driven much in recent years; acquired in 2020 by their current owner, they make a unique pair that will delight collectors while adding a touch of brilliance to any exhibition they feature in.
