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(Last update: Wednesday, 1 October 03)

1974 Superior-Cadillac Coupe de Fleur Flower Car

Mike & Vicky Barruzza

 

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Built on the Cadillac Commercial Chassis Series #6D-Z90.

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Manufactured in January of 1974 by the Superior Coach Company of Lima, OH.

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One of only 13 built that year.

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Specifications:

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wheelbase = 157.5 inches

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overall length = 255 inches

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fuel capacity = 27.5 gallons

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engine = 472 cubic inches

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weight = 6,385 pounds

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original base price = $15,849

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Original history is still unknown.  Last owned and operated by the M.W. Murphy Funeral Home in Trenton, NJ from December 1978 until retirement in march 1993.

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This unique vehicle has undergone a 2-year restoration with many parts being recreated by expert craftsmen.  Many additional parts came from sources throughout the United States.

Special thanks to:

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Valley Auto Body ~ Bristol, PA

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Martin's of Philadelphia ~ Philadelphia, PA

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Dave Druckenmiller ~ Levittown, PA

for their help in the restoration and preservation of this coach.

 

"Obviously Superior"

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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