1966 Cadillac Sedan Deville

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Issue

January 2023

Owner

Josh Carpenter

Ride

Gold Digger
(1966 Cadilliac Sedan Deville)

Meaning Behind the Name

Because she takes all my money

Photographer

Chris Gosda

Ride Details

Original Cost

Build Cost

30k

What was the inspiration?

I just wanted a old Cadilliac to be on the ground sitting on a set of spokes and vogues, something I can drive any day of the week and get looks!!!

How long did it take you to build?

Bought this car in March of 2022

How long have you been building?

Started out building Lowrider bicycles, lived out my dream sound that making into all the big names magazines and wining all up and down the east coast being named Best in the state of Nc and Sc

Club Affiliations

Cadilliac Kings

Your future plans?

I have a 5.3 Ls with a 4l60 trans waiting to drop in, going to get a fresh paint job and going to go custom Stereo.

Vehicle history

When I bought this car, it was all stock not running, hole in the gas tank and radiator, no reverse, I didn’t ever have a plan or vision but I love how it has turned out

Thanks to

Cadilliac kings world wide, Cadilliac kings Queen City, Pinups and pumps, Joey Griffin, Ben Helms, Daniel Ellis, matt carpenter, and my number 1 supporter Josie Carpenter

Previous Rides

Custom Lowrider bike 98 dodge neon retired show car/ turned into drag car 76 Cadilliac hearse 68 Cadilliac sedan deville 74 Cadilliac hearse 68 Cadilliac hearse 06 Dodge Ram 02 Harley Davison flht 03 Harley Davison road glide 16 Harley Davison road glide

Engine Details

Make

Gm Cadilliac 1966

Cylinders

Displacement

429

Engine Mods

All stock

Chassis Details

Chassis

Stock

Mods to Frame

Modified for the air ride system

Compressor Info

2- viair 444

Valve Info

Slam Specialties

Airbag Info

Slam Specialties

Chrome, Paint, or Polish

Tank

Wheels Details

Front Wheel Type

150 spokes

Rear Wheel Type

150 spokes

Front Wheel Size

20x8

Rear Wheel Size

20x8

Front Tire Size

245/45/20

Rear Tire Size

245/45/20

Paint Details

Color

Gold

Graphics Description

Hand pinstripes and lettering

Painted By

ThomE

Graphics By

ThomE

Interior Details

Head Unit

Retro sound

Speakers

JL audio

Stereo Installed by

Carolina Audio

Seats

Opg

Upholstery Description

Hardwoods and trunk done by Matt Carpenter

“Gold Digger”

The 1966 Cadillac Sedan Deville is a beautiful piece of automotive history, and Josh Carpenter has turned his into a true work of art. With its stunning gold paint job, beautiful hand-pinstriped graphics, and low-rider stance, it’s no wonder that Josh has named his car the “Gold Digger.”

Despite its classic looks, this car is no slouch when it comes to modern technology. Josh has already installed a custom sound system featuring JL Audio speakers and a Retro sound head unit. But he’s not done yet: his future plans include dropping in a 5.3 LS engine with a 4L60 transmission and giving the car a fresh paint job to make it truly stand out.

The “Gold Digger” wasn’t always the beautiful machine it is today, though. When Josh bought his 1966 Cadillac Sedan Deville March of 2022, it was a non-running wreck with a hole in the gas tank and radiator, and no reverse gear. But with a lot of hard work and dedication, Josh has transformed it into a true masterpiece.

This isn’t Josh’s first foray into the world of custom vehicles, either. He got his start building low-rider bicycles before moving on to cars, and has owned everything from a 1976 Cadillac hearse to a 2016 Harley-Davidson Road Glide. He’s also a member of the Cadillac Kings car club, and has received support and encouragement from many others in the community.

Whether you’re a fan of classic cars, low-riders, or just beautiful works of art, the “Gold Digger” is sure to impress. With its stunning good looks and modern upgrades, it’s a true testament to Josh’s skill and dedication as a builder.

Owned by: Josh Carpenter

Photos by: Chris Gosda