1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Much like the rest of the American automakers, Cadillac downsized the Eldorado in the late 1970s in response to rising gas prices and shifting consumer preference towards fuel economy. In addition to a smaller and lighter package (more than 1,000 pounds lighter and 20 inches shorter), buyers received a smaller, less-powerful engine. The 1979 Eldorado was available only as a two-door coupe. 

By the early 1980s, the Eldorado’s engine was given slightly more power, but the biggest change for the lineup was the return of a convertible in 1984 (Cadillac’s first since 1976). As for its Eldorado two-door coupe sibling, standard styling remained largely unchanged from 1984 to 1985, but the Biarritz option added plenty of accoutrements. 

All Cadillac Eldorados of this generation had well-equipped interiors, with plush leather seats, climate control, and more. The long hood / short deck proportions are quite different from the more iconic Eldorados of the 1950s and ’60s, but the look has actually aged quite well. These luxury automobiles are beginning to see a level of interest they haven’t seen since they were new cars, perhaps finally realizing Cadillac’s marketing line: “Eldorado. The car that dreams are made of.” 

Highlights 

• Offered with the five-digit odometer showing only 56,933 miles at the time of listing, believed to be original.

• Finished in Cadillac White paint over Dark Maroon leather interior 

• Powered by a 4.1-liter V8 with Digital Fuel Injection, rated at 135 horsepower and 319 lb-ft of torque

• The Biarritz package includes: 

  • Brushed stainless steel roof with Cabriolet padded vinyl 

  • Accent striping on side and decklid 

  • Biarritz body script 

  • Tufted, multi-button seat trim 

  • Leather-trimmed steering wheel 

  • Reading lamps 

  • Opera lamps 

  • Deluxe Tampico carpeting 

  • Deluxe Tampico-carpeted mats, front and rear 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

• According to CARFAX, the following maintenance was performed in October 2023: 

  • Shift linkage checked 

  • Fuel injection system flushed/serviced 

  • Throttle position sensor replaced 

  • Oil and filter changed 

  • Antifreeze/coolant flushed/changed

Features 

• Two-door, front-wheel-drive luxury coupe 

• Four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive 

• Aluminum alloy wheels with Michelin Symmetry 215/75 R15 100S M+S tires 

• Front bucket seats 

• Tilt steering wheel 

• Remote trunk lid release and power pulldown 

• Digital speedometer 

• Digital outdoor temperature display 

• Fuel data panel with instantaneous mpg, average mpg, and estimated driving range 

• Electronic Climate Control 

• Center arm rests, front and back 

• Door sill plates 

• Cigar/cigarette lighters and ash trays 

• Interior door pull handles 

• 2000 Series AM/FM cassette stereo with digital clock 

• Power windows 

• Power locks 

• Power driver’s side seat/manual passenger side seat 

• Passenger visor vanity mirror 

• Seatback pockets 

• Iconic Cadillac wreath and crest ornamentation 

• Bumper guards, front and rear 

Known Imperfections 

• Small indentation on driver’s side edge of trunk 

• Paint chipped on driver’s side rear fender near bumper 

• Paint bubbling in several small spots on driver’s side front fender near wheel well 

• Paint chips on hood near grille 

• Paint chipped on passenger side rear fender near bumper 

• Scuff marks on wheels 

• Passenger sill plate is worn near rear entry area 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Two sets of keys (ignition and trunk) 

• Owner’s manual 

• Warranty and owner assistance information 

Ownership History 

According to the accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz was originally titled on 25 January 1985 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. It was sold 23 October 2006 to a buyer in Michigan and changed hands twice more, both times in Michigan. The most recent owner of the Biarritz purchased it on 28 August 2023 in Posen. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com