Charles Phoenix JOYRIDE - 1957 Cadillac Coupe deVille

I SLAMMED on the brakes and made an illegal U-turn for this !!! … It’s always a thrill to spot a JOYRIDE in the wild. And when it’s an exquisite SURVIVOR CLASS 1957 Cadillac Coupe deVille posed in a Palm Springs driveway you know the suns, moon, and stars have aligned. I just had to share it with you. And who knew beige on beige could be this DELICIOUS. The white top is like whipped cream … SO sit back and enjoy the JOYRIDE !!! …

[@63connie78]

It was 1960.....my Mother's aunt drove her '57 Sedan de Ville (blue with white top).from Houston to Dallas to see us....was cold blustery evening arrival.....3 of us took a little tour in the Cad...asked her about gas mileage...she replied: 'depends on the headwinds'.....she had been driving into strong cold front on trip...guess that's all she had to say about it.....but have that memory...car was fabulous to ride in.....king of the road feel....she traded in a '56 Olds Super 88 2 door..which I rode in from Dallas to Port Arthur couple of years earlier.

[@cadillacguy1890]

Technically, this is a Series 62 two door hardtop with the Coupe DeVille option. Adding the Coupe DeVille package upgraded the trim and content to Cadillacs highest level for the series.

[@bigcurt011]

This is a true “coupe Deville “ not a series 62 see the headline trim and the power windows etc? These mentioned options was not avail on the series 62 Also the highest level of the coupes as the “Eldorado Seville” and the higher level convertibles was the “ Eldorado” and also the sedans highest level was the “ Eldorado Brougham “ just a heads up👍🏽

[@godfreyberry1599]

Without a doubt, Charles you are a national treasure, one of a kind and quite unique with a passion for an era when America was literally overflowing with positive energy. Your focus on the fine art sculptural qualities of every detail of the cars of the era, arguably the pinnacle of American visual and functional design, stirs the soul and defines the spirituality associated with excellent design. Magic!.

[@michaeltaylor1603]

These newer cars are making a "feeble" attempt to put chrome on cars. The 1957 Cadillac sayyyyys...Here hold MY glass of Champagne. I'll show you HOW it's done. Even the headliner shows off. This IS how you Cadillac! Thanks Chris & Charles. Michael T.

[@mikeeberts3279]

I've come to appreciate the '57-58 Cadillacs. Love the wraparound windshield, Dagmars, even the faux convertible top bows on the headliner.

[@cristianabarsuglia629]

I absolutely adore these beautiful '50s Cadillacs! And I also adore how Charles Phoenix always stages his JOYRIDE videos in these gorgeous upscale mid-century modern neighborhoods, in order to provide the perfect backdrop for these sumptuously luxurious and futuristic World-Class National Treasures as they slowwwwly glide past, so that we may better behold their glory in a proper context!

[@kenttalsma7906]

😆 I know

[@jessebaldwin2661]

I love these videos partly because of these incredible cars and partly because Charles phoenix is so entertaining!

[@ROXSTARCorvette4371]

Charles! You have, once more, out done yourself! This car is truly a work of art, and you sir, are the only one who can share and describe its glorious lines and stunning originality in such luscious detail! Thank you!

[@jeffreyrwilliams9345]

I concur

[@saltycreole2673]

I finally found a car porn expert! Lol!

[@discerningmind]

Charles and Chris, thank you. Chris, I'm so glad that you make the effort to keep this beautiful car original. Charles, those were all very excellent rules. You forgot one. Never, Never, Ever, close a door by pushing on the window! That will cause the glass to become loose in the channel and cause operation problems and rattles. Close doors by pushing on the door handle.

[@kevinkeswick1243]

What a gorgeous car! I can relate to what the owner said about being obsessed with power windows from an early age. When I was about 4 years old in the early 60's my aunt from out of town came to visit us in her 1958 Lincoln. I can still remember (probably one of my earliest memories) going all over that car and playing with the power windows and seats which worked even when the car was not running. I had never seen anything like that and the car made a big impression on me. I still remember the nest of chrome buttons on the driver side door. It would be 1972 before my family bought a car with power windows. A 1972 Chevy Impala fast back coupe. I was with my dad when he was car shopping and I hunted down one of the few Chev Impala's with power windows in the new car lot and convinced him to buy it. Even at that time power windows were rare and even the higher trim Chevy's such as the Caprice came with roll-up windows as standard so it was a rare find and I was happy that we finally had power windows LOL. Today of course almost every car sold comes with power windows and many other "goodies" as standard. Even the cheapest cars! These features don't have the same mystique anymore since the power window switches are all cheap black plastic switches even on high-end cars - I think the only exception being Rolls and Bentley. Gone are the jewel-like chrome switches of the early days. The driver side door console on the top of the line Mercedes today is no more special than that on a mid-level Hyundai.

[@orionwarren4244]

Munch's The Scream. I can't unsee it now! 2:38 LoL

[@everlybross]

you conviced me!! in october, I will buy the brand new 57 cadillac!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Oh wow, that '57 Caddy is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! 👍👍👍🙂

[@orwellknew9112]

I really enjoyed your lesson on what not to do and what to do in a world class national treasure classic automobile. All very good advice.

[@chrisjeffries2322]

WOW super nice! In 1958 the debut of Impala had a roof similar to this and that of the 1958 Cadillac.

[@camtheman9367]

Charles phoenix: how are you doing Cadillac? What’s the latest news. Coupe Deville: oh you know. Showing off. Spreading envy. Laughing my tread off.

[@kayeninetwo3585]

I'd never noticed the "Scream" similarity on these cars before. To be honest with you...I'd much rather have the car than the painting. Beautiful old car, as usual! Thanks Charles!

[@califdad4]

I think the 57 Cadillac is the best looking Cadillac from the 1950s. Looks like beautiful Palm 🌴 Springs

[@ronforeman2556]

1957 a real high-water mark for General Motors, a year it all came together in terms of styling across all divisions. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHa8k41nqK5smLs

[@StressLessCamping]

I love, love, love those quad-note horns of those Cadillacs. That Coupe d'Ville sure was well equipped - Magic Eye and the whole works!

[@drakbar5957]

I am beholden of the glory! The simplistic styling before Harley Earl went off the chromium deep end. And is that the radio speaker above the transmission hump? Maybe it’s there so Chris can crank up Si Cranstoun’s musical homage to Coup deVille? To joyride with King Charles in Palm Springs would truly be nirvana. I know!

[@christopherkraft1327]

What a beauty!!! When I was a child our neighbor had a 57 Cadillac, it was titty pink with a white top!!! Whenever I rode in it I'd play with the power windows!!! Thanks for sharing this lovely gem!!! 👍👍🙂

[@montymatilda]

I was re-watching your Joy Ride on the 1958 Cadillac just the other day. I was thinking...has Charles yet presented a 1957 Cadillac? And here it is! Thank you so much. This and the 1962 Coupe de Ville are my 1a and 1b Cadillacs of choice. Once again, a brilliant depiction of this beauty. And to think, you did this on-the-spot with a U-turn involved. Gosh, just great. I, as a much younger person, with a couple of friends used to drive around looking for a chance to view precious automobiles, in person. Now, you do it for me. I am happy that you enjoy this so much, along with your mid-century home presentations. OK, enough, you are fantastic. Oh, did you purchase the 1960 green/white Fury? You just seemed to have some extra love for that car in your presentation.

[@guydicarlo]

Another stunner, Charles. Keep those Cadillacs coming!

[@markmaiello9180]

I love the comment implying that you reign supreme from the driver’s seat. You really do. Let’s give credit to the dashboard designers who really laid the shiny stuff down on this one: truly a gorgeous layout. Out back, I love the integrated exhausts...very cool. And, did anyone notice all the room under that hood? The engine takes up only 75% of the available space. The bullet bumpers are practically in another time zone, arriving a few minutes before you do. And, and, and, those swept forward C pillars are super cool. Not a huge fan of 57s (I like them a bit sleeker) but, you cannot deny the elegance of this “very fine motor car...” Did I see filigree on the chrome surrounds of the ash trays? Behold indeed.

[@asa1973100]

Oh Charles I’ve patiently waited for this car appear on you account and OMG talk about worth the wait!! ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT

[@craigcoe5332]

Love the interior. Really made luxurious.

[@randallfrank5682]

Wow, that year and model Cadillac is one of my favorite cars. That color combination is amazingly soft and elegant.

[@josephconsoli4128]

O-M-G Charles! That is such a gorgeous machine. That's the nicest color combo I've seen on a '57 Caddy. It just goes perfect in a SoCal setting. Never a spritz of road salt ever disgraced that face!

[@anthonys_expired_film]

I love your sheer joy when you drive this National treasure, Charles! Also I appreciate the Rules to Follow when you are in the car and out. That Horn!!! It says you are the Standard of the World. Great video. I enjoy your car critiques more than anyone else on KZbin. Thanks Charles! Anthony.

[@leeduncan3000]

Behold the glory of Charles's classic car appreciation. Great 👍 review.

[@Caddyboy56]

Enjoyed the video this coupe is stunning, in my opinion all Cadillacs from the 50's & 60's are! Never have I regretted my decision to subscribe Sir, unlike some other car sites I won't mention. Thought I was the only person that strongly disliked when some refer to these beautiful American motorcars as "boats", barges", or my most hated term "land yacht"! You Sir are correct these automobiles should be called national treasurer's!

[@williamschoemann4209]

Oh, Charles. You show us a wonderful variety of classic cars. But nothing, nothing compares to Cadillac. The style, the presence, the sheer grandeur surpass all others. You express the way they make us feel. We are wonderful. Thank you for bringing us here.

[@robgrear1142]

I was one month old when this was made! What a beauty! Glad you called them “National Treasures.”

[@plastiksurgeon9129]

GM certainly had money to burn in those days. The ‘58 shared little with the previous year as while they were similar, most of the sheet metal was not interchangeable. The ‘59 was a COMPLETELY different car as we all know, and that’s what customers expected back then. Annual model changes and not hanging on to the same ugly, boring cars for too many years like they did in the ‘80’s and ‘90’s. That ‘57 was and still IS a real beauty! 😍

[@saltycreole2673]

I was born in '57 and its not a coincidence that the best, most classic styled cars ever produced in America were in 1957! Lol!

[@rustynailmendlesohn8710]

Nothing like a Cadillac horn !!!!! :):) Beeeyoutiful car :):)

[@michaeladamo1188]

I love that video and that car! Was it filmed in Palm Springs?

[@JamesVaughan]

GORGEOUS car. Elegant, tasteful styling. Cadillac at their peak!

[@danielulz1640]

Beautiful car, I even like the subdued color scheme. Too bad no factory air, delivered new to San Francisco so, understandable.

[@cjdesign5700]

An Auto Masterpiece.

[@royperry2859]

Of all the Cadillacs of the 1950s this is my favorite! The perfect balance of tail Fahrenheit and elegance! Another great video as usual Charles!

[@vinnybobby4015]

I love your videos and appreciation of vintage cars

[@tonycolca2241]

Charles you are always point on but I must correct you on one point these are not cars they are AUTOMOBILES Thank You.

[@bk14nyc]

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take off that silly WRONG Air Cleaner and put the CORRECT Original one back on !!!!

[@johnhowardesq]

My father had one, same color. Need to hear that Wonderbar technology in upcoming videos!

[@barryuttley1164]

Great video cheers from Canada!!!

[@johntilson2535]

50s and 60s era town and car(s). Palm Springs residents seem to have a large collection of these vehicles of which graced its mid-century avenues and driveways back then, as well as now!

[@avioncamper]

It's a rolling piece of art. Did it have ac? My father's first "nice car" was a 1965 Cadillac Calais Coupe, Starlight Silver, grey cloth. Dad had three over the years and I've had 6 Cadillac's in my time. My newest one is a 95 Fleetwood Brougham, medium marblehead metallic, taupe leather, has the 7k tow package. I use it to pull my vintage 1967 Airstream travel trailer. 1974-76 Fleetwoods were one of my favorites growing up in the 80s. Charles, you sure can find some sweet cars.

[@amandab.recondwith8006]

It is GOOD and DELICIOUS! Charles, I give you permission to use that phrase because it describes delicious cars like this!!

[@petermartinijr.1012]

Beautiful car, and I love the color.

[@RobertKinchen]

I had the same rules in my classic car when I owned it. That brought back a really good memory. Thank you

[@chasethomas]

First of all thank you for finding and sharing these beauties! I really enjoy your passion and enthusiasm for Cadillacs.

[@mustpaike]

"You never x in a classic car!" Thanks Charles. I will buy my classic American cans from Sweden, these have already been ruined. So people will not mind when I install (gasp!) modern audio and (two gasps!) disc brakes. But I love your content, including everything besides cars.

[@kevinrendell9770]

I am not a caddy Guy But 57 was the Best looking year to me 58 was the crome king glup 4 eye joe 59 fines? 57 was Boss

[@Porsche996driver]

A single big long … sun visor?! 🤣 Are those dual driving lights on both sides?! Like my 2010 Benz what?! Behold the Glory! 🇺🇸🇺🇦

[@garysandiego]

I like the rules…👍🏻 I’m a Mopar guy but I must admit that Cadillac had a special touch for interior fabrics. Such complicated weaves, and sometimes incorporating metallized threads that made the seats and door panels sparkle!

[@andrewromano3105]

Now you talkin the year I was born1957 my father had a 19:58 my uncle had a 57 and he had a 58 I love these two cars 1957 what a beauty. Thank you very much

[@randybock82]

In 57 the tailfins were inhaling, in 58 they exhaled, in 59 they screamed!!!

[@andrewromano3105]

Just awesome thank you again 1957 Cadillac Coupe DeVille greatest styling car in history

[@andrewromano3105]

HA. Calling you knock it out of the park this is a beauty this car 1957 Cadillac

[@zxtenn]

WOW, another beauty, original condition is amazing for being a 57

[@box4859]

Cars used to have so much style and detail. Send me to 1957 with my current salary and I would own two of these.

[@jamesmooney8933]

In 67, my brother and I had a '57 Cadillac 62 series. It was a great ride

[@cheryleann6394]

It is a beauty. But I prefer the fins going in the other direction. Still an impressive car.

[@jeffreyparker5997]

Love the car , but cut some of the banter . I just want to pierce my ears . 7:16

[@JohnCBurzynski]

Sometimes I think your schtick is over the top, but not with this one. Love the shirt and brim.

[@mayplace1961]

Oh . . I am ready!!!

[@alancorley3675]

My favorite years for 50’s Cadillacs - the 57 & 58

[@gunterpelz9291]

What a beautiful car !! Does it share a garage with a first class Marlin ??

[@michaelwhite2823]

I guess Charles feels no need to signal while in a Cadillac. I know.

[@unusualpodcast]

"hard top convertible"??

[@jayjay-bz3rr]

Fine workmanship on a grand scale.

[@willyum789]

With my 67 Cadillac, and I would hazard the guess that it is the same with a 57, you also have to stop the hood from slamming itself. Once you start bringing it down it is heavy enough that it does not want to stop. While boat and barge are forbidden, how about yacht?

[@Caddyboy56]

All cars and trucks the hood functions about the same old and new. There is a difference between shutting and slamming one. And Sir if you drive an automobile when you truly would rather captain the USS Nimitz knock yourself out.

[@donaldappelhof2059]

The owner looks good in the car. 😉

[@xrmerkur]

World Class National Treasures

[@2packs4sure]

Holy smokes I'd never seen the scream in the rear bumper and now I can't unsee it !!! lol

[@ljhudsonjr]

The "Finnage" 😄🥰😄

[@dennisleporte2327]

Chromeo dreamboat.

[@ronstewart3431]

Beautiful car 🚗

[@kathyguinto4585]

Woah mama!.JMG

[@gregmckinney7178]

Awesome !!!!!!!

[@slicksnewonenow]

The '57 is one of my very favorite Cadillacs! This is an absolutely beautiful example... Looks like it has everything except maybe air conditioning. The interiors in these are probably the most luxurious I've ever seen in any car! Back in the mid Eighties, I owned a beautiful '57 Coupe Deville in "Mountain Laurel" (Pink) with a white roof and black and white interior... I'll never forget driving thay car through downtown Houston one night... My brother and I went to see a band play. I wasn't thinking and didn't fill it up before leaving Spring, Texas where we lived. There apparently wasn't enough fuel for our return trip and it puked out on a side street... right in the middle of the road with cars parked on each side! We had to climb out of the windows and both of our skinny selves had to push that monster a good thousand feet to get it to a parking space on the curb😂 I'm pretty sure that those weigh in at around 5,000 pounds 😅 What a memory... It still makes me laugh whenever it comes up.

[@Pisti846]

piece of art

[@zullionaire]

What is the function of that electronic eye?

[@Garrison169]

It automatically turns off the high beam headlights at night when there's oncoming traffic.

[@SesameStreetRacingChannel]

Beautiful...I owned a '58 CDV and currently own a '63 Convertible...it's a "Creampuff"-Tony Montana, Scarface, 1983.

[@童目鬼恭三郎]

cool!

[@gayleanderson6138]

Ohhh! I didn’t know about the rules of riding in a classic car! Ohhh! Important!❤

[@steves9905]

Most people think of the ‘59 when the words ‘50’s Cadillac’ come up, but I like the ‘57-‘58 better…last of the Harley Earl chrome craziness, shared with senior Buicks and olds. in ‘59 the whole GM lineup shared the cowl, roofline, and glass so were less distinctive. But any Cad is gonna be awesome no matter what

[@GaryGrube1]

These were beautiful cars!. I had an Aunt who drove one of these. Now I'll never be able to look at the rear of a '57 Cadillac without thinking of, "The Scream". 😱 Nor will I ever see a picture of , "The Scream", without thinking of the '57 Cadillac! 🤗

[@gene978]

Thanks CHarles! Now I only See SCREAM Face looking at the rear lights! LOLOLOL

[@craigadams4143]

Purty car and I do believe that's Palm Springs you're driving around in????...

[@billolsen4360]

1957 was the best looking year for 50's Caddys, maybe of all Cadillacs. Neck & neck with the 1967 Eldo.

[@maxking636]

Learned to drive in my Aunt Rowena’s pink ‘57 CdV. I can smell that interior right now today.

[@albertcarello619]

I wonder what premium gasoline is being used? Could it be 100 octane plus from Union 76 or Shell?

[@redirad7732]

RediRad-Approved Motoring here! Thank you Charles!

[@frankmartinez4856]

Are you in Palm Springs? Beverly Hills Club is selling one in met. Pink & white!

[@curtcollett2893]

Somehow I don't think a Cimarron will ever be featured here.

[@denverfowler5290]

ABSOLUTELY ! ! . ABSOLUTELY , GORGEOUS ! ! EVERY LINE , EACH ANGLE ! ! TRULY APPRECIATE THE FACTORY COLORS , ARTIC WHITE & BUCKSKIN BEIGE ! !

[@Markybug-Keira-Cody]

Greta video Charles ! Where do you film ? It looks a stunning location