NO RESERVE - Eldo Convertible, New Paint & Top, Not 1972 1973 1974 1975 Lincoln

NO RESERVE - 1971 Cadillac Eldorado ConvertibleFirst year for the Eldo convertible. 138k. 500 8. 2 Liter V8. Options include telescoping and tilt steering wheel. six way power bench seat and passenger side mirror. The 1971 Eldo has the pre-emissions high compression 500 V8 (rated at 365 hp). lots of torque and quick acceleration for such a big car. The 1972 model year dropped the horsepower considerably and the horsepower dropped with each new model year. The 1971 Eldo is the only 70's Eldorado with a satisfying pedal response. she really moves for such a big car. As the link below explains. the value of the '71 Eldorado convertibles is steadily increasing. The earlier 70's Eldo models are particularly desirable; the engines have higher compression and increased horsepower and the body has rear fender skirts. lots of chrome accents and bumpers that follow the trim and contours of the body; unlike the government mandated pollution controlled. lower compression V8's and "straight across" bumper style of the later 70's Eldorado models. http://www. hagerty. com/price-guide/1971-Cadillac-EldoradoMechanically: I haven't done much since I've had her; front end work including new cv joints/axles. bushings and shocks. now the front end is nice and tight. no wandering. Also did a full tuneup. new front brakes. new accelerator pump for the carb. and new belts and hoses. My mechanic told me it looks like the original mileage considering the overall mechanical and cosmetic condition. I've only put about 1000 miles on the Caddy since I've had it. Power windows work well and quick. the convertible top needs a little help at times going up and the power bench seat works. The top was a replaced last spring. premium top with glass back window. Shortly afterwards the latch snapped while I was putting the top up in a hurry (the top was new and needed stretch out). I will include a pair of new convertible top latches. The top will latch down safely for transport but for ease of use I would change both latches. The climate control is tricky. you've got to switch it back and forth to defrost sometimes to get the blower motor working. The hood release inside is disconnected. there's a pull cable by the grill to open the hood. The a/c compressor turns on and still seems to have some of the old freon but would need updating to R134. The Caddy has a modern radio in the dash. Cosmetic: The Caddy was repainted about 10 years ago. Some metal was put in above the driver's side wheel skirt as seen in the photo and new metal was welded in under the rear seat. overall the trunk floor. frame and underside are solid. Interior is very nice as seen in the pix. the leather seats are in great shape. no worn spots. cracks or tears. supple and comfortable. The door panels and rear panels are very nice. one small crack on the passenger door armrest and the dashboard is perfect. no cracks anywhere. The carpet is a bit faded but has no rips or bare spots. The chrome bumpers are dull; front better than the back. the brightwork is in great shape. Doors close easily and tight. no slamming necessary. hood and trunk line up perfectly. Cruises nicely on the highway. holds the road perfectly. Engine starts easily. doesn't leak anything. garage floor always dry when I pull her out. Runs very strong. tracks straight as an arrow and brakes evenly with the front disc brakes. no pulling or fading. She idles well. shifts smoothly. stops easily and the suspension is luxurious. Drives overall like a Caddy should. She's roadworthy. all directional/brake/turn signal/headlights work as well as the horn and wipers. I reserve the right to end the auction early as the Caddy is for sale locally and I'm open to reasonable buy it now offers as well. I can assist with shipping in the USA or internationally if necessary. cost of shipping to paid by buyer. If you need it I can recommend a door to door auto shipper I've used many times in the past; they're professional. reliable and have great rates. Any questions feel free to call or email. Nine One Four. Two Two Four. Three Two Three Zero.