A Cadillac hearse can be many things to many people. Surfers enjoy getting their hands on an old Cadillac hearse because it’s easy for carrying around their surfboards. A Cadillac hearse is also great for painters because they can carry their ladders in the back. But for true enthusiasts of Cadillac hearses and what they represent, there was a new and unique display taking place in New Jersey last week.
The Cadillac hearse exhibit brought together nearly 50 old hearses and funeral cars that have “been restored to their original condition.” In addition to that, several old-fashioned funeral limousines were brought in to round out the display.
The Professional Car Society’s annual event took place between Wednesday and Saturday of last week. One couple – Jon and Denise Powers - comes all the way from West Norfolk, England each year for the last two years to be a part of the event. They own four hearses themselves for two reasons – they are convenient and they are fascinated by the culture of death. They also care for these cars and what they represent. “We want to save the cars,” Denise Power said. They don’t understand why so many people are “creeped out” by these death coaches. “You don’t die in a hearse,” said Jon Power. But, he said, “You could die in an ambulance.”
What do you think the fascination with hearses is about? Do they give you an eerie feeling or do they represent something else for you? We’d love to hear your thoughts.
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