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Elvis’s Fleet of Cars at Graceland

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Elvis loved his vehicles. His love for cars began as a young man and progressed just like his music career. Not only did he purchase cars for himself, he also gave them to friends and family. Elvis kept his fleet of cars current. He would refurbish his driveway with new and updated models constantly. It has been said that a few Hollywood entertainers and music stars purchased some of his trade-ins. Stories have been told about Elvis’s love for Cadillacs, but he also appreciated other makes and models such as Lincoln Continentals.

Below are a few of the vintage vehicles displayed in the museum on Elvis’s Graceland compound. Follow along with us and see one of the most interesting collection of cars from an entertaining legend.

 

The Black Stutz Blackhawk was the first purchased in the US by Elvis. It has been told that it was probably one of his favorite.
The 1971 Black Stutz Blackhawk was the first purchased in the U.S. by Elvis. It has been said it was one of his favorites.

 

Elvis's white Rolls Royce is said to have been popular with Hollywood celebrities after he traded it in.
Elvis’s white 1966 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud is said to have been popular with a few Hollywood celebrities after he traded it in.

Elvis's 1954 custom painted Fleetwood series 60 Sedan was his first Cadillac. He used it to haul him and his Blue Moon Boys band around to their gigs.
Elvis’s 1954 custom-painted Fleetwood Series 60 Sedan was his first Cadillac. He used it to haul himself and his Blue Moon Boys band around to their gigs.

 

C Purple Cadilac Convertible
The 1956 Eldorado Cadillac was originally purchased in white. Elvis then had it painted purple. He drove it for about a year then traded it in.

 

Elvis owned the custom painted pink Continental for approximately 5 years. The car had suicide doors and a gold padded roof. It diffidently made a statement.
Elvis owned the 1962 custom painted pink Continental for approximately five years. The car had suicide doors and a gold padded roof. It definitely made a statement.

 

This 1971 Mercedes 280 SL Roadster was bought for Priscilla around Christmas time in 1970.
This 1971 Mercedes 280 SL Roadster was bought for Priscilla around Christmastime in 1970.

 

This 1960 CJ-5 Surrey Edition Jeep is similar to the one that used in Elvis's "My Blue Hawaii" film. Elvis kept if for several years. This optional package was actually offered by Jeep. The Harley Davidson was also one of Elvis's motorcycles.
This 1960 CJ-5 Surrey Edition Jeep is similar to the one used in Elvis’s “My Blue Hawaii” film. Elvis kept it for several years. This optional package was actually offered by Jeep. The Harley Davidson was also one of Elvis’s motorcycles.

 

DT Nashville Vititors Cntr Pic Tony & Mo 1Photos: Maureen Scopel
Captions: Anthony Scopel

 

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