If you think that having all these cupholders in modern cars is an Americanism taken too far, it could be worse.
This is a 1956 Cadillac Maharani Special, which had not only cupholders, but a kitchen sink to wash them in!
It was produced for that year's General Motors Motorama travelling car show, where the giant carmaker didn't just showcase new models and technologies, but provided more than the usual 'Gee Whiz!' ideas so that its brands would be remembered.
The Maharani Special showcar was up for sale at the first of the 2010 RM Auctions events, with a guide price of up to $200,000.
A kitchen on wheels, it also features an electric hot plate, a toaster, and a refrigerator. There is enough storage for the finest china as well as a cutlery tray that features individual positions for forks, knives and spoons.
There’s even enough room for a custom-crafted folding table as well as a coffee dispenser. A chef could sit in the back and deal with the whole business while his boss looked after the commute.
Winnebago owners, eat your heart out. BB
(Pics: Jeff Hackett.)
