• Platform: Built on a Cadillac commercial chassis with a 163-inch wheelbase. [1]

• Engine: Powered by a 365 cubic-inch V8 engine. [1]

• Body & Coachwork: Custom-built by Superior Coach Works, featuring signature 1956 Cadillac styling cues such as massive chrome bumpers, tail fins with vertical chrome accents, and a “Superior” script emblem on the rear quarter panels. [1, 2, 3]

• Interior & Equipment: Retains traditional funeral coach elements including interior drapes, casket rollers, a rear side-loading door, and sometimes combination ambulance features like folding jump seats or emergency lighting. [1, 2, 3]

Our **1956 Cadillac Superior Hearse** is a rare piece of automotive history, reflecting the timeless craftsmanship of mid-century design. With only 770 produced in 1956, this extraordinary vehicle features graceful curved glass and the unmistakable elegance that has made Cadillac an enduring American icon.

Its journey is just as fascinating as its design. Originally serving a funeral home in Colorado, the hearse later toured with a musical band before becoming part of the Segal Funeral Home fleet. Today, it continues its proud legacy of service and dignity with **Van Orsdel Funeral & Cremation Services**.

More than an award-winning classic, this remarkable vehicle represents a rich history of craftsmanship, care, and tradition—values that Van Orsdel has proudly shared with the Miami community for over a century.