1957 BUICK CABALLERO CUSTOM WAGON

Stunning frame-off restoration. Award-winning build by Mike Fennel; Pebble Beach award-winner. Powered by a 455ci Buick V8 engine mated to a 700R4 automatic transmission, with a Ford rear end, TCI front suspension and disc brakes. This example was customized by the late Mike Fennel who, along with having restored several Pebble Beach-awarded prewar classics, also served as the Blackhawk Collection's technical manager for 35 years. This car is finished in a two-tone scheme of Dusk Rose over a Cream custom leather interior. The car was given slight 'hot rod' treatment that included lowering its ride height and removing the door handles. This stunning Caballero is a multiple-show-winning custom and is brimming with beauty and powered for performance. The attention to detail on this Caballero is simply outstanding, with laser-straight panels, every piece of chrome restored to show quality and beautiful paint. The interior is mild custom that keeps the beautiful classic style of the 1950s. The Caballero has a custom TCI suspension, including air-ride, giving the car a great stance. Under the hood is a fully professional rebuilt 455ci 4-barrel V8 engine complemented by a 700R4 automatic transmission. The chassis and undercarriage are as nice as the top of the car. Buick introduced the Caballero in 1957, integrating the Riviera's four-door pillarless sedan styling into a station wagon. Though GM produced several station wagon models during this period, the Caballero is the only vehicle to feature such a design. For 1957, the Buick was restyled once again, eliminating their classic fender portholes and the two-tone color treatment of the sweep spear. 1957 was the final year to feature these revered styling cues.

Stunning frame-off restoration. Award-winning build by Mike Fennel; Pebble Beach award-winner. Powered by a 455ci Buick V8 engine mated to a 700R4 automatic transmission, with a Ford rear end, TCI front suspension and disc brakes.