Cadillac is turning 125, and naturally, the celebrations involve a 682-horsepower-sized helping of excess. Meet the 2027 Escalade-V 125th Anniversary Collector Series, a limited-edition luxury SUV unveiled ahead of the US Grand Prix in Austin. Because nothing says birthday cake quite like a six-figure behemoth on 24-inch wheels.

Limited to 252 examples, this is the first Escalade to join Cadillac’s Collector Series, combining the brand’s performance pedigree with enough exclusive detailing to keep the neighbourhood’s accountants interested.

Buyers can even choose their VIN and serial number. Personalisation has officially reached the point where you can select your own identity crisis.

Two finishes are available: Midnight Stone Frost and Vibrant White Tricoat, both complemented by forged wheels, carbon-fibre trim, dark badges and blue brake calipers.

Heritage V8 puddle lamps complete the exterior treatment, presumably illuminating the pavement for anyone wondering where their modest hatchback went.

Inside, Santorini Blue stitching, seatbelts and illuminated sill plates add a motorsport-inspired flourish to the black-and-grey cabin.

There’s exclusive badging, bespoke floor mats and a blue key fob, too. Because even your keys deserve to feel special when they’re attached to something costing more than many houses.

Prices start at approximately $239,000, including destination charges but excluding taxes and dealer fees.

Cadillac calls it performance luxury. Everyone else might call it a small country’s defence budget on wheels. Either way, 252 lucky buyers get the last word.