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1966 Cadillac Sedan Deville

December 29, 2022 By Gauge Magazine


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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
5k
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
8
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”

1966 Cadillac Deville

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


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Filed Under: Features, January 2023 Tagged With: 150 spoke wheels, 1966 Cadillac Sedan Deville, 429 engine, air ride system, cadillac, Cadillac Kings, classic car, custom build, Custom Cadillac, Custom Deville, Deville, Gauge Magazine, Gold Digger, JL Audio, lowrider, pinstripes, retro sound, sedan, slam specialties, vintage car


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