1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
425ci V8 - 3 Speed Automatic - Recent Mechanical Service & A/C Updates - Astroroof Glass Sunroof
| Lot # | 2656 |
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| Location | Boerne, TX 78006 |
| Seller | Private |
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16000 |
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425ci V8 |
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3 Speed Automatic |
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Arizona Beige |
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Antique Light Beige and Dark Saddle |
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6L47S8Q289647 |
1978 CADILLAC ELDORADO BIARRITZ – 7.0L V8 | 16K Miles
HIGHLIGHTS
• 7.0-Liter (425ci) V8 – 4-Barrel Carburetor
• Turbo Hydra-Matic 3-Speed Automatic Transmission
• Arizona Beige (62) with Brown Accents
• Two-Tone Antique Light Beige & Dark Saddle Sierra Grain Leather
• Power-Operated Astroroof Glass Sunroof
• Partial Body-Color Landau Roof with Opera Lamps
• Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
• Electronic Level Control Suspension
• Power Steering, Cruise Control & Automatic Climate Control
• Twilight Sentinel Automatic Headlights
• 15″ Steel Wheels with Body-Color Covers
• American Classic 235/75 Whitewall Tires
• 16,000 Miles Shown (Approx. 300 Added Under Current Ownership)
• Recent Mechanical Service & A/C Updates
The late 1970s represented the pinnacle of American personal luxury, and few automobiles embodied that era better than the Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz. This 1978 example is finished in elegant Arizona Beige with contrasting brown accents sweeping from the hood across the roofline—an unmistakable and sophisticated presentation. The partial color-coordinated Landau roof, C-pillar opera lamps, chrome brightwork, and factory Astroroof glass sunroof complete the signature Biarritz look.
Inside, the cabin is upholstered in rich two-tone Antique Light Beige and Dark Saddle Sierra Grain leather, featuring power-adjustable Dual Comfort front seats and a matching rear bench. Faux wood trim accents the dash and door panels, while luxury conveniences include automatic climate control, cruise control, power windows and locks, a rear window defroster, power trunk release, and an AM/FM stereo. A CB radio handset mounted below the dash adds a nostalgic period touch. The horizontal 85-mph speedometer frames an odometer reading just 16,000 miles.
Under the hood rests Cadillac’s 7.0-liter (425ci) V8, factory rated at 180 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque, paired with the smooth-shifting Turbo Hydra-Matic three-speed automatic transmission driving the front wheels. The ride is classic Cadillac—gliding and composed—thanks to torsion bar front suspension, a coil-sprung solid rear axle, Electronic Level Control, and power steering. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel disc brakes.
Recent service in 2023 included replacement of the thermostat, radiator cap, alternator, battery, windshield washer reservoir, passenger-side exhaust manifold, front shocks, heater core, heater control valve, and air-conditioning components. The transmission was serviced with fresh fluid and a filter in August 2023. The car rides on 15-inch steel wheels with body-color covers wrapped in American Classic whitewall tires, perfectly complementing its period-correct appearance.
This Eldorado Biarritz captures the essence of Cadillac’s golden era—refined, commanding, and unmistakably luxurious. Whether displayed at a show or enjoyed on a relaxed weekend cruise, it delivers the presence and comfort that defined American motoring in the late 1970s.
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| Ended On: | 03/06/2026 at 2:10 pm EST |
| Timezone: |
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| Result: |
Sold for $12,180 |
Item condition: New
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Bidding History
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Highest bidder was: *******
| Bidder Name | Bidding Time | Bid | Auto |
|---|---|---|---|
| ******* | 03/06/2026 1:51 pm EST | $11,600 | |
| ******* | 03/06/2026 10:49 am EST | $11,500 | |
| ******* | 03/06/2026 10:06 am EST | $10,100 | |
| ******* | 03/05/2026 1:49 pm EST | $10,000 | |
| ******* | 03/04/2026 10:57 am EST | $8,000 | |
| ******* | 02/28/2026 9:52 am EST | $6,000 | |
| ******* | 02/27/2026 10:40 am EST | $3,200 | |
| Auction started | 02/27/2026 12:00 am EST | ||
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