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1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz on 2040-cars

Year:1978 Mileage:56251 Color: White /
 Red
Location:

Cary, Illinois, United States

Cary, Illinois, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:7.0L 425Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1978
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Cadillac
Model: Eldorado
Trim: Biarritz Coupe 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: FWD
Options: Leather Seats
Mileage: 56,251
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Red
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"1) Minor body repair needed2) needs brakes3) needs tires4) needs a new battery (I will install a new battery so people can fire it up and test drive)5) Electric antenna not working6) everything else works fine"

No other American car defined luxury than the Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz. These were large vehicles that made a statement. They were an automotive status symbol of importance as well as offering smooth ride with luxurious appointments offered by no other.

This one family owned 1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Coupe is an outstanding original vehicle that still commands the presence that it did when new 35 years ago. This car was purchased new in 1978 at Grossinger in Chicago. 

Shortly after the purchase, my uncle passed away and the car went with my aunt to Texas. The car remained in a Texas garage for more than twenty years. I acquired the car from my aunt about 12 years ago and drove it back here to Chicago. The car was used for an occasional "date night" with my husband, and only in the spring,summer or fall. Never had it on the road in the winter.

ok, story time out of the way. The details:

1) Minor body repair needed
2) needs brakes
3) needs tires
4) needs a new battery (I will install a new battery so people can fire it up and test drive)
5) Electric antenna not working
6) everything else works fine

56,251original miles

thanks for looking.

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