1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible review from North America
"Great ride. Needs TLC"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Right transmission arm broke at 120,000 miles.
Self-regulating dynamic suspension was replaced with a more reliable one at 90,000 miles.
Water got into the trunk and accumulated in pockets hidden between trunk and side pannel. This caused high humidity that the previous owner didn't address. The result was rust on the lower part of the trunk lid, as condensation water dripped into the trim. I now have a hole.
General comments?
Great and smooth ride. This baby rocks.
Plus, it has one of the very last working original 8-track players.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1976 |
| First year of ownership | 1999 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 8.2L 500 c.i. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 125000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Park Avenue |
| Date of Entry | 27th February, 2002 |