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Rare '79 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz-western Saddle Metallic Firemist-nice!! on 2040-cars

US $8,500.00
Year:1979 Mileage:126150
Location:

Denver, Colorado, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States
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1979 CADILLAC ELDORADO BIARRITZ


This is a Classic Cadillac.  Introduced in 1979, the trimmer, redesigned Eldorado was an instant hit .  The 1979 model year had the highly-desirable Oldsmobile fuel-injected, small-block 350CID (5.7 liter) V8 engine as well as features such as a long hood, egg-crate grill, frameless door glass and the extreme notchback roofline, making the rear window almost vertical.  The Biarritz trim package added the ultimate in luxury with additional chrome trim, a cabriolet roof featuring a brushed stainless steel roof section and an opulent interior.


This beautiful Cadillac was sold new locally at Lou Thompson Cadillac in Lakewood, Colorado.  It is a one-owner car  that was gently driven and always garaged.  Driven by Mom, obsessed over by Dad… it shows!


This car has 126,150 well-kept miles.  The interior, engine bay and details are very nice.   While in storage the past 10 years, the car was regularly started and occasionally driven (3000 miles over 10 years).  It runs and drives great -- there are no bad engine noises, smoke etc. and the transmission and brakes perform as they should.


Cosmetically, it is gorgeous.  The Western Saddle Metallic Firemist paint is absolutely stunning.  The color is carried through to the interior and roof for a rare triple-color combination.  The chrome is perfect, however, the paint does have some imperfections, most notably on the corner of the rear license plate deck.  There is no rust and it has never been in an accident.


The interior is all original with the exception of the factory radio, which was replaced with a Blaupunkt in-dash AM/FM autoreverse cassette deck.  The leather is soft and in good shape (with the exception of a small split seam on the leather passenger seat), as is the rest of the inside including the carpet, panels and headliner.    The trunk liner and mat/spare tire cover are all in good shape and look great.


Features:


  • 350CID (5.7 liter) V8 EFI Engine
  • Front Wheel Drive
  • 3-Speed Turbo Hydra-Matic (Automatic) Transmission with Column Shift
  • 4-Wheel Independent Suspension
  • 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
  • Western Saddle Metallic Firemist Color (Rare Triple Color Combination-Exterior, Roof and Interior)
  • Brushed Stainless Roof
  • Factory Power Glass Autoroof (Sunroof)
  • Auto Climate Control
  • Auto-Dim Headlights - Twilight Sentinel 
  • 6-Way Power Tufted Leather Front Seats with Power Recline
  • Tilt and Telescoping Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
  • Electric-powered outside mirrors
  • Automatic Power Door Locks
  • Cruise Control
  • Delay Wiper
  • Rear Defrost
  • Blaupunkt In-Dash AM/FM/Casette*
  • GM Theft Deterrent System
  • Aluminum Wheels
  • Michelin Symmetry Tires (Good Condition: 10yrs old/3100 miles)
  • Clear Title

This car is a real head turner!!


Terms:  

  • $1000 Deposit via PayPal within 24 hours of Auction End
  • Car must be fully paid for via Certified Cashier's Check (U.S. Bank) or Cash option (local) within 7 days of auction end.   
  • Buyer is responsible for all shipping arrangements and costs from Lakewood, Colorado.
  • Local pickup is available.
  • Sold "as is" with no guarantees or warranty.  
  • All inspections must take place before bidding, not after auction is won. 
  • Inspection arrangements and costs are responsibility of buyer. 
  • I reserve the right to end the auction early if the car is sold locally. 
  • To contact me directly, call 720-939-0973.

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