Custom Caddy

Date: Jun 20, 2019
Category: Body Work, Custom, Painting
Address: Freedom, WI

1962 Caddlac Deville

We took this Cadillac and turned it into a true statement piece. It came in tired, so we tore it down the right way—full sanding, dialing in the bodywork, and correcting every imperfection until it was laser-straight and back to a pristine foundation. No shortcuts, no filler-heavy quick fixes—just solid, precise prep work that sets the tone for a high-end finish.

Once the body was locked in, we went aggressive with a custom patina paint job that gives it that raw, timeless attitude while still looking clean and intentional. We backed that up with dark window tint, a fresh set of wheels that completely change the stance, and a hard-hitting stereo system that brings the whole build to life.

This isn’t just a refresh—it’s a full transformation. Built to stand out, built to turn heads, and built to hit just as hard as it looks.

Air ride

We built this Cadillac to sit low and look mean without sacrificing the smooth, comfortable ride it’s known for. The goal was simple—get that aggressive stance while keeping that classic Cadillac cruising feel. To make it happen, we installed a full air ride suspension system using a VIAIR setup. Now it lays down exactly how it should when parked, but lifts up and rides clean when you’re on the road. You get the best of both worlds—head-turning stance and a smooth, controlled ride that still feels like a Cadillac.

Paint

We gave this Cadillac a custom patina finish to set it apart from the typical glossy builds. This wasn’t random or rushed—every detail was intentional. The body was prepped to perfection first, then we layered in the patina to create that raw, weathered look while still keeping it clean and controlled. The result is a finish that looks aged and aggressive but is fully sealed and protected. It has that old-school character with a modern edge—perfect for a cruiser that’s built to stand out without trying too hard.

Audio

You can’t build a proper cruiser without something that hits—old school rap needs to feel as good as it sounds. So we went all in on the audio. We loaded this Caddy with dual 12” Pioneer subs, backed by all-new interior audio components and two amps pushing serious power through the system. The result is a clean, hard-hitting setup that brings the whole car to life. Deep bass, crisp highs, and enough volume to match the attitude of the build—whether you’re laid out at a show or cruising the streets, this system hits just as hard as the car looks.

tint and wheels

To finish off the look, we dialed in the details with dark window tint and a fresh set of wheels. The tint gives it that clean, laid-back feel while adding just enough edge to match the build. It tightens up the whole profile and makes the car look even lower and more aggressive. Then we set it off with new wheels that completely transform the stance—filling the wheel wells right and giving it that perfect balance between show and street. Paired with the air ride, it sits exactly how it should and rolls just as smooth.