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Cadillac Eldorado (1959-60 Biarritz)

1959–1960

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  • Lowest price

    US$170,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$255,750

    Since 2020 · n=6

  • Highest price

    US$374,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    6

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 6 lots

Cadillac Eldorado

Based on 6 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatingmedium confidence

US$2,255

Market value · recent verified sales

-24.1%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 24.1% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$1,213

-46%

5-Year Forecast

US$1,007

-55%

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The 1959–60 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz is trading at a median of $2,255, down 24.1% over the past twelve months, signaling persistent weakness in this segment of the market. With only three tracked sales in the last year against a total of six on record, confidence in the trend is medium, though the direction is unmistakable.

Liquidity remains thin, with no active listings currently available. This scarcity of supply could ordinarily support pricing, but the consistent downward movement suggests demand is simply not keeping pace. The thin sales volume makes each transaction volatile; buyers and sellers should expect wide spreads and extended search times.

The Eldorado Biarritz occupies the collectible tier with moderate desirability, classified as an appreciating classic. The design and chrome-laden opulence of these early 1960s models retain historical appeal, yet they have not proven resilient against broader market softness in full-size American classics. Production figures and mileage norms are not available in current tracking data.

The base projection for three years is $1,213, representing a 46.2% decline from current levels. Over five years, the model is expected to settle near $1,007—a 55.4% drop from today. This steep downward arc reflects both the thinness of the market and the lack of strong collector enthusiasm that might otherwise provide a floor.

Owners and prospective buyers should treat this model as a hold-or-exit decision rather than an accumulation opportunity. The signal is sell, and the fundamentals do not support a near-term recovery in pricing.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$2,255
  • Annual appr. rate-24.1%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through33%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$262,167
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$170,500 – US$374,000
  • Total Sales Tracked6

Recent sales

Showing latest 6
  • US$225,500

    mecum · 15 Nov 2025

  • US$286,000

    mecum · 21 Sept 2025

  • US$220,000

    mecum · 17 May 2025

  • US$374,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

  • US$297,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

  • US$170,500

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.