# Crystal-Covered Caddies The Swarovski-Covered Cadillac CTS Coupe is a New Level of Luxury By Michael Hines | Published 2011-06-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-covered-cadillac-cts-coupe References: [odditycentral](http://www.odditycentral.com/pics/swarovski-studded-cadillac-cts-coupe-unveiled-in-china.html) The [Swarovski](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski)-covered Cadillac CTS Coupe takes automobile "pimping out" to a whole new level. The car, which debuted at the Qingdao International Auto Show in China, is covered in 350,000 Swarovski crystals. The Swarovski-covered Cadillac CTS Coupe took a team of nine workers one week to finish, with each crystal being mounted onto the car using a special fixer that is said to be resistant to today's ultra powerful car washes. The car easily stole the show and was dubbed the 'Diamond Cadillac' by curious (and more than likely envious) onlookers. Covering cars in Swarovski crystals may very well be the next frontier in the "[pimped car](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-cla)" saga. I will not be surprised in the least when spinning rims and tinted windows become replaced by crystal-covered door handles and windshield wipers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Crystal-covered Cars:** Covering cars in Swarovski crystals may very well be the next frontier in the "pimped car" saga. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Automotive:** The luxury automotive industry could explore the incorporation of Swarovski crystals to provide a unique and extravagant experience for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bespoke Electric Convertibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sollei-concept.md) - [Dazzling Rose-Hued SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-gclass-stronger-than-diamonds-edition.md) - [Crystal-Encrusted Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-swarovski.md) - [Luxurious Reimagined Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armored-cadillac-escalade-chairman.md) - [Sparkling Crystal Hangbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-swipe.md) - [All-Pink Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-cadillac.md) - [Luxe Wood-Accented Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-amethyst-droptail.md) - [Endless Customization Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-cadillac-ct5v-blackwing.md) - [Ultra-Luxurious Crystal Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-crystal-slipper.md)