Few cars capture the extravagance of America's 1950s automotive era quite like the 1959 Cadillac. With its towering tailfins, distinctive twin bullet-shaped taillights and extensive chrome detailing, it became one of the most recognisable American cars ever produced.

Cadillac first introduced tailfins in 1948, inspired by the twin tail sections of the Lockheed P-38 Lightning fighter aircraft of World War II. Over the following decade, the fins grew increasingly dramatic, reaching their most extravagant form in 1959.

The Series 62 Convertible combined striking styling with luxury and performance. Powered by a 390 cubic-inch V8 producing 325 horsepower, it featured a Hydra-Matic automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes and electric windows. Its sweeping panoramic windscreen and spacious interior added to its unmistakable presence.

This particular Cadillac has an unusual feature: a custom-built trailer constructed from the rear half of a matching 1959 Cadillac. According to the Museum's records, the car and trailer were previously used for weddings and processions in Reno, Nevada, USA.