Vehicle Description
Cadillac fans know the significance of this car. The 1985 Eldorado
Biarritz convertible was the second and final year for these
short-run premium machines. That's exactly why this loaded example
has been maintained to a level that makes it impressive all these
years later.
The short run of specialty Eldorado Biarritz convertibles is the
car that ended the droptop drought at Cadillac, and we know exactly
why. These are the iconic lines of the last of the great cruising
Cadillacs, and so it deserves an iconic convertible. The Biarritz
convertible was the most expensive car you could get from the
dealer at the time - even limos cost less! - so they made sure
these cars lived up to the highest standard. This has just the
right amount of chrome that cascades down the waterfall grille, and
then naturally flows to the front bumpers, spreads to the lower
valances and pools on the rear bumper. And the extra brightwork
streak in the doorline will always confirm to others this is a
range-topping Biarritz. The perfect complement to this luxury is
the Corinthian Blue Firemist paint. It's believed to be original,
and it retains the kind of luster that tells you this convertible
has been treated with respect for decades. Plus, the full
pinstriping matches the white folding roof for an extra luxurious
touch. This one also still has all its great original Cadillac
styling cues from clear lenses in front, to the wire wheels with
Caddy's crest logo.
The same blue and white appeal this has with the roof up continues
with the roof down thanks to the white interior. The pillow-top
leather seating rivals the best living rooms for comfort. Everybody
has their own individual space, and the front wheel drive layout
means a flat floor for limo-worthy legroom. And higher use areas
like the carpeting steering wheel, and dash are finished in blue -
another thoughtful touch that keeps this classic fully coordinated.
Everything you'd expect from Cadillac's flagship model comes in
this convertible, including power seats, power locks, cruise
control, tilt wheel, alarm system, upgraded AM/FM/cassette stereo,
and a driver information center that goes well with Cadillac's
"High Technology" engine. And since this has power windows and a
power folding roof, you can go from enclosed luxury to a
wind-in-your-hair experience without leaving the driver's seat.
Also, you have automatic climate control with factory air
conditioning to make sure you go with the top down all summer
long.
With so much originality thus far, you'll also be happy to see the
original numbers-matching V8 under the hood. Cadillac's 4.1-liter
motor was cutting edge for its time. It utilized lightweight
aluminum construction and fuel injection to give it the kind of
brisk acceleration that keeps this car worthy of its Eldorado
heritage. These cars are designed for all-day comfort even on the
highway, and so the motor is mated to a four-speed automatic
transmission with overdrive. Thanks to a fully-independent
suspension tuned for the grand tour, the feeling on the road is
that incomparable Cadillac cloud. Four-wheel disc brakes were also
standard equipment on the Eldorado, so it has better capabilities
than you'd expect in a convertible with such a cushy ride.
Complete with the original window sticker, rarely do you find a
vehicle with collectability, preservation, and presentation in such
an affordable package. That's why we know it won't stay long in our
showroom. Call today!!!
