1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Huntsville, Alabama — or “Rocket City,” as we know it — is home to NASA rocket-propulsion research and development. This special offering is once again a presentation of the unique, with American Muscle, British class, and heavy post war iron from multiple platforms all on offer. These cars are ready for blastoff, and all will be launched to new homes and garages as all lots are presented with NO RESERVE.   * * * “Whatever you want in a luxury car, Cadillac has it.” In 1976, the brochure was right: Cadillac had the only droptop built in America, the Eldorado Convertible. This personal-luxury statement was introduced during a period of shifting consumer preferences, leaving the Eldorado as the last American-made convertible of its era.

Built on Cadillac’s full-size front-wheel-drive platform and featuring a 126-inch wheelbase, the Eldorado Convertible’s bold, elegant styling was complemented by a massive 500ci V8 under its long hood that delivered smooth, effortless power. And Eldorado came loaded with luxury, including supple Sierra grain leather, plush carpet, cutting-edge features like automatic climate control, and power everything.

Cadillac built around 14,000 Eldorado Convertibles in 1976, many of which were purchased as investments and stored away. The finality of its production was emphasized with commemorative plaques and special badging, although convertibles would return to the American market in the 1980s. Today, the 1976 Eldorado Convertible is celebrated for both immense luxury and style, and as a tour de force in 1970s American automotive design.

This Eldorado Convertible was previously part of The George Foreman Collection. It is finished in Innsbruck Blue, and features an Antique Light Blue leather interior, blue carpet, and a Dark Blue convertible top.

This 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible is now represented at no reserve by a Broad Arrow Specialist in Georgia with service records and a clean Alabama title in the current owner's name.

Highlights

• Offered from The Rocket City Collection

• Rare, desirable ’76 Eldorado Convertible formerly of the George Foreman Collection

• 500ci Cadillac V8

• 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic automatic transmission

• Finished in Innsbruck Blue paint over Antique Light Blue leather upholstery

• Dark Blue power convertible top

• Automatic Climate Control

Factory Equipment

• Perimeter frame with boxed side rails

• Coil suspension with Automatic Level Control

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• 15” wheels now wearing replacement wide whitewall tires

• Cornering lights

• 50/50 Dual Comfort front seats with individual armrests

• Power steering and brakes

• Power seats, windows, locks, antenna, and trunk latch

• Tilt and telescoping steering wheel

• Cruise control

• The chassis number (6L67S6Q240334) decodes as:

  • 6 – Cadillac

  • L – Eldorado

  • 67 – 2-door convertible

  • S – 500ci V8

  • 6 – 1976 model year

  • Q – Detroit, Michigan, assembly plant

  • 240334 – Sequential production number

Known Imperfections

• Exterior brightwork is worn

Ownership History

This 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible was part of The George Foreman Collection since at least 2013 before being sold in 2023 and becoming part of The Rocket City Collection.

Included Items

• Keys

• Owner’s manual

• Convertible top boot

• Spare tire with cover and jack

• Service records

Additional Information

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 Email: rpotts@hagerty.com