# Remodeled Hot Rods Catriona and Mario Colalillo have Remodeled a 1955 Coupe De Ville By manzil | Published 2010-08-31 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-cad References: [macarthur-chronicle-camden.whereilive.au](http://macarthur-chronicle-camden.whereilive.com.au/news/story/harrington-park-couples-custom-cadillac-to-wow-america/) Australian couple Catriona and Mario Colalillo have rebuilt a [1955 Coupe De Ville](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-cadillac), decking it out with glamorous chrome features. It took almost six years to rebuild the 'Wild Cad' model. The car features a [custom-built chassis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-plymouth-cuda) made by Terry “TJ” Wood of Camden County Customs and also consists of a custom-made 7.4-litre 454 big block [Chevy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corvette-eray-hybrid) engine. Celebrities like Billy Gibbons, James Hetfield have expressed their interests in this flashy 'Wild Cad' auto, placing emphasis on how attractive it is. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 92% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Custom Auto Rebuilds:** Opportunity for custom auto shops to offer complete rebuilds for vintage car models with modern upgrades. - **Retro-futurism:** Opportunity for designers to blend retro designs with modern technology to create unique products and experiences. - **Celebrity-endorsed Unique Designs:** Opportunity for designers and manufacturers to appeal to high-end customers by creating unique products that catch the eye of celebrities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Custom Auto Manufacturing:** Opportunity for auto manufacturers to offer customization services for vintage car models with modern upgrades. - **Luxury Auto Market:** Opportunity for luxury auto brands to appeal to customers by creating unique and custom designs endorsed by celebrities. - **Vintage Car Restoration:** Opportunity for vintage car restoration companies to expand their services to include customization options that blend retro designs with modern upgrades. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Life-Size LEGO Brick Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1950s-cadillac-fleetwood.md) - [Cabin-Transformed Vintage Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-volkswagen-beetle.md) - [Inaugural Custom Mustang Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-mustang.md) - [1930s-Inspired Hand-Built Automobiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-auto-sports.md) - [Iconic Doll Movie Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1957-chevy-corvette.md) - [Restored Rustic Truck Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1970-chevrolet.md) - [Endless Customization Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2026-cadillac-ct5v-blackwing.md) - [Bespoke Modern Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaguar-etype.md) - [Aviation Powered Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beast-by-john-dodd.md)