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 |  |  | Sedan Designer: Harley Earl |
The engine in the 1956 is Cadillac's famous overhead valve V8 with a high compression ratio of 9.7:1, 356 cubic-inch displacement, and producing 285 horsepower.
This Harley Earl designed Cadillac is painted its original color of 'Duchess Green.'
For 1956 the Cadillac Series 62 was restyled, with changes appearing throughout the vehicle. A new grille could now be found in the front, and repositioned bumper lights now resting in the bumper. The Eldorado series of the Model 62 line-up consisted of a two-door Hardtop Coupe Seville and a Coupe Biarritz. Both had two doors and seating for six. Their base price was well above the regular Series 62, costing a hefty $6,500. The base Series 62, in comparison, cost $4150. A total of 3,900 buyers selected the Eldorado Hardtop Coupe Seville and 2150 purchased the Eldorado Convertible Biarritz. The most popular bodystyle in the Series 62 lineup was the four-door Sedan DeVille which saw 41,732 examples produced.
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2008
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2008
 |  |  | Eldorado Hardtop Coupe Seville Designer: Harley Earl |
By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2008
 |  |  | Eldoardo Convertible Biarritz Designer: Harley Earl Chassis Num: 5662094656 |
There is a white convertible top and a metal 'parade boot.' The black and white leather upholstery has been restored to the original patterns and the other interior details include a refinished steering wheel and correct, precisely-fitted carpeting throughout the cabin. Authentic trunk fabric has also been installed with side panels to match. The chrome and stainless steel bright-work has been renovated to as-new condition. There are original anodized-gold 'Sabre Spoke' wheels and period-correct wide whitewall tires. There is precisely-fitted carpeting throughout the cabin. Authentic trunk fabric has also been installed with side panels to match.
Power accessories and luxury options included with this car are power steering, power brakes, power windows, top and seats, as well as a signal-seeking radio and climate control system.
In 2010, this Eldorado Biarritz Convertible was offered for sale at Gooding & Company Auction held in Amelia Island, Florida. The car was estimated to sell for $140,000 - $160,000. As bidding came to a close, bidding had reached $115,000 but was not enough to satisfy the car's reserve. It would leave unsold.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2010
 |  |  | Eldoardo Convertible Biarritz Designer: Harley Earl Chassis Num: 5662009752 |
| Sold for $88,000 at 2010 RM Auctions. | |||
This car has been given a restoration and covered about 1,000 miles since that time.
In 2010, this Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible was offered for sale at RM Auctions 'Automobiles of Amelia Island' sale in Amelia Island, Florida. The car was estimated to sell for $115,000-$145,000. As bidding came to a close, the car has been sold for the sum of $88,000, inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2010
 |  |  | Convertible Coupe Designer: Harley Earl |
1956 was a banner year for Cadillac with over 150,000 units sold, including 8,300 Series 62 convertibles. The Series 62 was powered by a 365 cubic-inch V8 engine offering 285 horsepower and coupled to a new four-speed Hydramatic transmission. It had a 129 inc wheelbase and weighed 4,665 pounds.
By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2010
 |  |  | Eldorado Hardtop Coupe Seville Designer: Harley Earl |
A key element giving the Eldorado its sporting style was special quarter panels with open wheel wells that had aluminum wheels that were standard with the Eldorado along with a more pronounced fin and unique tail lights. The hardtop model had a vinyl top that was new and uncommon in 1956. Powering the Eldorado was a new 365 cubic-inch, 305 horsepower engine, with two four-barrel carburetors. A new hydro-matic transmission provided smooth shifting. Many optional equipment features were included in the Eldorado and the base price was $6,556. Air conditioning was optional and put the price tag over $7,000.
This example ahs been newly restored by the owner. The color of the car is Chantilly Maroon.
The Harley Earl designed Cadillac Series 62 De Ville was a very large vehicle that featured a large, 6,390 cc (390 cubic inch) V-8 engine. The back had large fins that did little for performance and handling but was all about the style of the vehicle. The design of the vehicle was inspired by the space program and the era of jet engines. The large, 4400 lb car was fitted with drum brakes. These often wore out quickly. If a U-turn needed to be made, the driver would need a parking lot. The turning radius was 24 feet.
The car was a luxury vehicle that could carry six individuals comfortably. The car was a convertible with the top being raised and lowered automatically. The interior had electrical gauges. The head lights would turn on at dusk and were also capable of switching from high beam to low beam when they sensed oncoming traffic. In total, there were eight lights on the front of the vehicle. The four on the top were the driving lights while the lights mounted on the bumper were the parking lamps. To add to the driving comfort, air suspension was used. This aided in providing a very soft ride but there was significant body roll when cornering. With the V8, it was capable of creeping to sixty in 11 seconds. This reinforced the notion that this Cadillac was built for comfort and not for speed. The drivers enjoyed the ride and they looked good cruising along, enjoying the large open road.
By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2010
For more information and related vehicles, click hereThe car was a luxury vehicle that could carry six individuals comfortably. The car was a convertible with the top being raised and lowered automatically. The interior had electrical gauges. The head lights would turn on at dusk and were also capable of switching from high beam to low beam when they sensed oncoming traffic. In total, there were eight lights on the front of the vehicle. The four on the top were the driving lights while the lights mounted on the bumper were the parking lamps. To add to the driving comfort, air suspension was used. This aided in providing a very soft ride but there was significant body roll when cornering. With the V8, it was capable of creeping to sixty in 11 seconds. This reinforced the notion that this Cadillac was built for comfort and not for speed. The drivers enjoyed the ride and they looked good cruising along, enjoying the large open road.
By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2010
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