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“The American Dream”, the Longest Limousine in the World, Restored by a Man from Florida, is Ready and Has Entered the Record Books with Guinness World Records
This is the American Dream, literally translated as “The American Dream”, the longest limousine in the world according to the organization Guinness World Records. With just over 30 meters and 1.5 inches, we can’t imagine there being many challengers to take its place. But incredibly, this massive 11-ton Cadillac, equipped with a helipad, mini golf course, jacuzzi, and more, looks stunning after its restoration. This limousine was in terrible condition, with a rotting hull, requiring a gigantic effort to bring it back to life. However, car customizer Jay Ohrberg accomplished this feat and showed it to the world.
Meet “The American Dream”, the Longest Car in the World
Abandoned in New York, it was first transported to the Autoseum in Simrishamn, Sweden, for an unsuccessful restoration attempt. Then, with some difficulty (and a hood that flew off along the way, never to be seen again), the American Dream was taken to the Dezerland Park car museum, in another attempt at rebirth.
In 1986, the car was originally built by car customizer Jay Ohrberg in Burbank, California, according to Guinness World Records. At that time, the longest car in the world measured around 18 meters, had 26 wheels, and a pair of V8 engines at the front and back. After some modifications, the car was extended to 30.5 meters.
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The American Dream is based on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado limousines and can be driven from both ends. The vehicle was constructed in two sections and joined in the middle with a hinge to make tighter turns. In addition to being able to transport over 75 people, the vehicle features a mini golf course, helipad, pool, among other things!
“The helipad is structurally mounted on the vehicle with steel supports underneath and can support over 2 tons”, said Michael Manning, who was involved in the restoration of “The American Dream”, to Guinness World Records. After being recognized by Guinness World Records in 1986, the longest car in the world quickly gained fame. As one of the most unique cars of all time, the long limousine was often rented for film appearances and was featured in various movies.
Although the car was very popular during its heyday, it gradually lost attention. Challenges such as where to park such a long vehicle and dwindling demand for the unique car in movies caused its fame to fade. After the world lost interest in the American Dream, the legendary car was left abandoned for years. Over time, it began to rust, until some parts became irrecoverable.
Restoration Cost More Than US$ 250,000 – Over R$ 1.2 Million
The project, which cost over 250,000 dollars (approximately R$ 1.2 million) in shipping, materials, and labor, took three years to complete and, despite the vehicle being in poor condition, proved to be resilient. Some parts needed to be acquired because they had been destroyed over time.
“It was very difficult to find an Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser roof for sale, but the team happened to find someone who had cut the roof and stored it for 30 years and was willing to part with it. Most of the exterior work was completed using additional parts from a donor to assist in the restoration. The impressive longest car in the world also had some internal issues that needed to be resolved”, said Michael Manning, owner of Autoseum, a technical education museum in Nassau County, New York (now responsible for the vehicle’s renovation).
The New American Dream Returns to a Museum After Successful Renovations
After its long-awaited restoration, The American Dream finally debuted its new paint and a new set of flashy wheels. Although it no longer sits in a warehouse waiting to be admired, it won’t necessarily be hitting the road either. According to Manning, the limousine was built to be displayed. The car is now on display at the Auto Museum of Dezerland Park Orlando, in Orlando, Florida.
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