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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 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%)
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.