1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz in Auburn, Indiana

From their fashionably curved wraparound windshields to their uniquely-shaped tailfins, the 1957 Cadillacs were virtually all new. Engineered to maintain Cadillac's "Standard of the World" prominence, the 1957 models evidenced a fresh and pleasing vigor in their styling. Cadillac customers could choose from two convertible styles: the traditional Series 62 offering or the ultra-prestigious Eldorado Biarritz. Cadillac had debuted the first Eldorado, a special sports convertible that introduced the wraparound windshield, in 1953. Priced at an astounding $7,750, the ultra-plush first edition attracted 532 buyers. Sales rose in 1954, as the Eldorado became, for that year, essentially a specially trimmed Series 62 Convertible. The 1955 Eldorado was more distinctive, with its exclusive sharp-edged fins. In 1956, the Eldorado became available in both the "Biarritz" convertible and "Seville" two-door hardtop models. Stylists working under the direction of GM Design Chief Harley Earl made the 1957 Eldorados more special than any preceding editions. The softly rounded rear sections of the Eldorado bodies were obviously inspired by GM Motorama show cars. Blade-like fins jutted forth from the tapering rear deck. A split rear bumper and memorable tail lamp treatment lent further distinction. Special 15-inch chrome-finish Sabre-Spoke wheels were standard on the Eldorados. The Biarritz was supplied with a fiberglass reinforced plastic top boot, finished in the same color as the car body. Eldorado standard equipment for 1957 included almost every conceivable power-assist and luxury feature available at the time. These included a power six-way front seat, left-hand remote outside mirror, a radio, and power steering, brakes and windows. Air-conditioning, E-Z Eye tinted glass and an automatic headlamp dimmer were among the few extra-cost options. The Biarritz convertible listed for $7,286, about $2,000 more than the ticket for a Series 62 Convertible. Cadillac produced a total of 1,800 Eldorado Biarritz Model 6267SX convertibles for 1957. (The 'S' in the model code indicated special styling, while the 'X' was GM code for a body style equipped with power windows.) This top-of-the-line Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible has been completely restored years ago and carefully kept in a temperature-controlled building ever since. Finished stunningly in black over a white leather interior with a coordinating white convertible top, this car presents beautifully. As expected in this top-of-the-line Cadillac, it is loaded with standard power features, including the factory parade boot that is still with the car. Additionally, this Eldorado was optioned with E-Z Eye glass, Autronic eye headlight dimmer as well as factory air-conditioning. The 1957 Eldorados are among the prettiest with the sweptback tailfins, bold front Dagmars, and simple, elegant design. Chrome Sabre-Spoke wheels add to this car's allure, surrounded by period-appropriate wide whitewall tires. The history of this example is interesting, in that it was once the property of John Entwistle, who was the bass player and wrote songs for the legendary rock band, The Who. Entwistle also played with Ringo Starr's band as well. Outfitted with a correct 'Batwing' air cleaner with dual four-barrel carburetors lurking underneath and a host of power amenities, it is a more than six decade-old luxury car with comfort that rivals, and even exceeds, many modern-day convertibles. Recent servicing and sorting included rebuilding of the dual carburetors, a new gas tank, new exhaust system and a fresh set of wide whitewall tires, making this rare Cadillac ready to enjoy. * Formerly owned by John Entwistle, bass player for the legendary rock band, The Who
* Nicely restored inside and out
* Fully-loaded example with a host of power amenities
* GM's top-of-the-line Convertible for 1957 with exciting Jet Age styling

From their fashionably curved wraparound windshields to their uniquely-shaped tailfins, the 1957 Cadillacs were virtually all new. Engineered to maintain Cadillac's 'Standard of the World' prominence, the 1957 models evidenced a fresh and pleasing vigor in their styling. Cadillac customers could choose from two convertible styles: the traditional Series 62 offering or the ultra-prestigious Eldorado Biarritz. Cadillac had debuted the first Eldorado, a special sports convertible that introduced the wraparound windshield, in 1953. Priced at an astounding $7,750, the ultra-plush first edition attracted 532 buyers. Sales rose in 1954, as the Eldorado became, for that year, essentially a specially trimmed Series 62 Convertible. The 1955 Eldorado was more distinctive, with its exclusive sharp-edged fins. In 1956, the Eldorado became available in both the 'Biarritz' convertible and 'Seville' two-door hardtop models.

Stylists working under the direction of GM Design Chief Harley Earl made the 1957 Eldorados more special than any preceding editions. The softly rounded rear sections of the Eldorado bodies were obviously inspired by GM Motorama show cars. Blade-like fins jutted forth from the tapering rear deck. A split rear bumper and memorable tail lamp treatment lent further distinction. Special 15-inch chrome-finish Sabre-Spoke wheels were standard on the Eldorados. The Biarritz was supplied with a fiberglass reinforced plastic top boot, finished in the same color as the car body.
Eldorado standard equipment for 1957 included almost every conceivable power-assist and luxury feature available at the time. These included a power six-way front seat, left-hand remote outside mirror, a radio, and power steering, brakes and windows. Air-conditioning, E-Z Eye tinted glass and an automatic headlamp dimmer were among the few extra-cost options. The Biarritz convertible listed for $7,286, about $2,000 more than the ticket for a Series 62 Convertible. Cadillac produced a total of 1,800 Eldorado Biarritz Model 6267SX convertibles for 1957. (The 'S' in the model code indicated special styling, while the 'X' was GM code for a body style equipped with power windows.)

This top-of-the-line Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible has been completely restored years ago and carefully kept in a temperature-controlled building ever since. Finished stunningly in black over a white leather interior with a coordinating white convertible top, this car presents beautifully. As expected in this top-of-the-line Cadillac, it is loaded with standard power features, including the factory parade boot that is still with the car. Additionally, this Eldorado was optioned with E-Z Eye glass, Autronic eye headlight dimmer as well as factory air-conditioning. The 1957 Eldorados are among the prettiest with the sweptback tailfins, bold front Dagmars, and simple, elegant design. Chrome Sabre-Spoke wheels add to this car's allure, surrounded by period-appropriate wide whitewall tires.

The history of this example is interesting, in that it was once the property of John Entwistle, who was the bass player and wrote songs for the legendary rock band, The Who. Entwistle also played with Ringo Starr's band as well. Outfitted with a correct 'Batwing' air cleaner with dual four-barrel carburetors lurking underneath and a host of power amenities, it is a more than six decade-old luxury car with comfort that rivals, and even exceeds, many modern-day convertibles. Recent servicing and sorting included rebuilding of the dual carburetors, a new gas tank, new exhaust system and a fresh set of wide whitewall tires, making this rare Cadillac ready to enjoy.