Cadillac Eldorado (1959-60 Biarritz)
1959–1960
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

Based on 6 verified auction results
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 US$2,255, down 24.1% over the past twelve months—a sharp reversal that signals underlying weakness in the segment. Only three transactions have occurred in the last year across a total tracked sample of six sales, indicating minimal momentum and thin liquidity for buyers and sellers alike.
Classified as appreciating classic stock with moderate desirability, the Biarritz carries a collectibility score of 6, reflecting its role as an iconic American convertible but without the scarcity or prestige of higher-tier marques. Demand appears to be softening rather than stabilizing, and the absence of current active listings suggests limited inventory refresh in the market.
The base projection points to continued erosion, with prices expected to fall to approximately US$1,213 within three years (down 46.2% from current levels) and US$1,007 within five years (down 55.4%). This downward trajectory reflects broader softness in mid-tier American classics and suggests that secondary-market supply may eventually exceed genuine collector interest.
Sellers holding examples should recognize the deteriorating momentum; buyers considering entry should expect further price discovery downward before any stabilization occurs. The thin sales activity and medium-confidence outlook make this a segment to monitor rather than a category showing near-term support.
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%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
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 6US$225,500
mecum · 15 Nov 2025
Cherry Red · Automatic
US$286,000
mecum · 21 Sept 2025
Desert Rose · Automatic
US$220,000
mecum · 17 May 2025
Blue · Automatic
US$374,000
mecum · 19 Jan 2025
Ebony Black · Automatic
US$297,000
mecum · 19 Jan 2025
Seminole Red · Automatic
US$170,500
mecum · 19 Jan 2025
Black · Automatic
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.