1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz For Sale - Complete No Expense Spared Frame Off Restoration LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz By the late fifties, Cadillac would reign supreme over the full-sized luxury car market in North America. Celebrities like Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, Steve McQueen, Hank Williams and more wanted to own and be seen in Cadillacs, as they were the epitome of American luxury. For its 1960 models, Cadillac significantly refined their approach, shrinking the extravagant fins from the previous year, reducing the pronounced use of chrome trim, and in many other ways, creating an infinitely more elegant statement. The full complement of power accessories was retained, however, so many aficionados today consider the 1960 Cadillac as the ultimate iteration. GM’s Executive Director of Styling from that period, Dave Holls, once remarked, “I finally got it right with the 1960 Cadillac. I compare the 1959 model to actress Sophie Tucker, but the ’60 Cadillac is pure Grace Kelly.” With a total of 13 Cadillac models issued in three series (plus one limited production custom chassis), the Eldorado Biarritz convertible was the most elegant and desirable of all. Only 1,285 units were produced, their cost new of over $7,000, ensuring exclusivity then and now. This exceptional Eldorado Biarritz offered here for sale is unlike most that ever come to market, as it has undergone a complete frame-off nut and bolt restoration to show quality. Finished in one of the most desirable color combinations of Ebony with a Red bucket leather interior, this example has an absolutely massive presence. The paintwork and panel fit are exemplary. The chrome and stainless trim have been refinished and gleams in contrast to the Ebony exterior paint. The lavishly appointed cabin is finished in Red leather, with bucket seats all of which have been completely redone. The chrome interior fittings are as meticulously restored as the exterior trim. The exterior is finished with a set of correct chrome wire wheels with wide whitewall tires; this Eldorado Biarritz lives up to the promise of its elegant name. As is to be expected of a restoration of this level, the engine bay and undercarriage are just as gorgeous as the rest of the car. The 390 Cubic Inch V8 carries the factory-correct and very desirable Tri-Power carburetor setup, which produces a very healthy 345 horsepower, enough to give this massive Cadillac surprisingly good performance. The engine is correctly painted in dark Cadillac engine blue topped with the gold-painted air cleaner. Every fitting and piece of hardware has been cad plated, anodized, or painted. These luxurious Cadillacs are known for their incredible power options available through the factory. This example comes highly optioned with fiberglass parade boot in body color, Autronic-Eye headlight dimmer, power windows, power locks, power top, power bucket seat, factory radio, air conditioning, and even cruise control. Incredibly, after all of that intensive restoration work, just 700 miles have been put on this car since its completion. This represents a truly unique opportunity to acquire a superb example of Cadillac's most regarded model. Additional Details: 1960 CADILLAC ELDORADO BIARRITZ -
