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In 1952,

Louie Mattar and two of his buddies drove his totally tricked out Caddy on a record-breaking non-stop drive from San Diego to New York City and back.

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Read all about their amazing journey in LOUIE MATTAR'S FABULOUS CAR (Coming soon - Creative Editions).

Photo Courtesy Lee Mattar 

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With the numerous modifications, the car cost Louie $75,000 (almost $900,000 in today's money).

Photo Courtesy Lee Mattar 

It had a drinking fountain, washing machine, ironing board, toilet, bed, BBQ, and more. You could even shower on the go!

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CARS Magazine Nov. 1953

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