1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
- Engine
- 365 cu. in. (approx. 6.0L) OHV V8 with three two-barrel carburetors, 335 bhp
- Colour
- Black
The 1958 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz is widely regarded as the pinnacle of that model year's lineup, distinguished by its 335-horsepower V-8 engine with triple two-barrel carburetors and lavish standard equipment. This example, finished in original black over red leather, underwent a frame-off restoration in 1991 and subsequently spent approximately fifteen years in the noted Florida collection of Dr. Edward and Joanne Dauer before passing to a further private collection. It has earned both AACA National Senior First Prize and Grand National honors, as well as a Cadillac-LaSalle Club National First Prize.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$126,500
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownDr. Edward and Joanne Dauerpartial documentation
Held the car for roughly fifteen years as part of a well-regarded Florida collection specializing in high-quality Cadillacs. The car had undergone a complete frame-off restoration in 1991 before entering their collection.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownMr. and Mrs. Kughnpartial documentation
Acquired the car after the Dauer collection period; maintained it in excellent condition as part of their personal collection.
Competition
- —Antique Automobile Club of AmericaAACA National Senior First Prize and Grand NationalNational Senior First Prize and Grand National award
Exact year not specified; car earned both senior and grand national recognition from the AACA.
- —Cadillac-LaSalle ClubCadillac-LaSalle Club National First PrizeNational First Prize
Year unspecified; recognized at national level by the marque-specific club.
Maintenance & restoration
- 1991Restoration
A complete frame-off restoration was carried out, returning the car to its original black exterior with a period-correct red leather interior and black convertible top.
The factory build sheet confirms the original air conditioning installation, suggesting documentation was retained through this restoration.
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