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Offline artie b

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1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« on: July 17, 2012, 05:34:53 PM »
    I have a 1968 Cadillac Eldorado that is in remarkable shape. I have enjoyed this auto for 10 or so years. I replaced all the fuel and brake lines, converted the AC to 134a, I even cut apart the dryer and replaced the insides with 134a compatible materials, to retain the factory appearance. Works great! This car came from Arizona and has never has rust, ever. It has the 472 cid motor with the 425 trans that shifts perfectly. It has a new NOS exhaust. It does everything that it did in 1968! I believe the odometer reads 95,000 miles and works. The PW, PS, PL, PB, wipers, hide-a-way headlights, climate control, power trunk works like the day it was new. The cruise worked, the knob to regulate the speed is stiff, and would need to be cleaned. The cloth interior is in perfect condition, and not faded.  The paint job was done on account of the gloss had been bleached by the Arizona sun, and would be a “Chip Foose” with a scuff and rub.   The chrome is better than any other 1968’s anywhere. The tires are like new, however, one of them has a belt starting to make noise. I would rate this a strong number 2! I would be eager to have an appraiser or anyone take a very close look at this! I am located south west of Chicago 60 miles from the state line. I am so confident, mechanically,  that I would negotiate driving it for delivery, weather permitting. I have a transport service that has delivered autos cheaper than I could round trip it.  You can ask for a quote with this terri@platinum-transport.com and my zip code is 46371. I have had some very good luck with Complete Auto Transport  Services  in Hubbard, OH
    This is not something that has been "fixed up"! No signs of repair, inside the quarters in the trunk, nothing, just like it was in 1968, original factory sealer, behind the chrome molding, nothing, trunk floor original GM no repairs, under the doors, heels of the fenders, front and rear, nothing, rear filler panel between the trunk and back window, nothing. When I bought this I used a lighted borescope and looked in every crevice, crack, and cavity, no repairs. Inner and outer wheelhouse to quarter has no repairs.
It drives the same as in 1968.
   I don't do this for a living, my brother does high end restos on mainly Chevelle type stuff, he couldn't see any issues with the car, none.
I am a hobbyist who due to circumstances, need to lighten my load. I have 15 special interest cars and trucks and 4 are 71 to 72 Eldorado convertibles, that I hope I don't need to sell in the future. I'm a convertible guy. I haven't driven this much in 2 years and I want it to be enjoyed, like I have for 10 years prior.
 
   Cruise control knob doesn't operate smoothly, does work
   One tire starting a ply separation, small amount of noise
   Carter choke works when it wants to, typical even when new
   Trunk cardboard ok needs the fuzzy felt repaired
   Scratch on pass. fender, metal not exposed
   I have contacted a Nick Dawson at inspectmyride.com and they would be able to do a 3rd party inspection for 129.99, that's a smart deal. Their number is 877-917-3767. I don't think they will help in the transaction, though. ..
      Due to an uninsured driver, I am forced to sell some of my collection. The reasons are not financial, as much as health reasons.
        I would be happy to honestly answer any questions… or in need of more pics… etc. My name is Artie and look forward to working with serious buyers. I believe that it’s worth 13,000$.   
  Here is a link to hi resolution pics https://picasaweb.google.com/101685557961676197694/1968CadillacEldorado#
« Last Edit: July 17, 2012, 06:16:19 PM by artie b »

Offline David Smith

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #1 on: July 17, 2012, 09:09:31 PM »
Hey Artie!    The car looks nice!    Great color.     Any photos of the entire car?      I have a friend in Italy that may be interested.   I'll send him a link to your listing.
Do people get more out of life because they own a Cadillac?

Or do people own a Cadillac because they get more out of life?

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Offline Carl Glass

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #2 on: July 17, 2012, 09:34:08 PM »
Beautiful car!
Carl Glass
'68 Eldorado, cruise control, climate control, am/fm stereo, tilt/tele, 6-way bench, and vinyl roof.  Would love to add the twilight sentinel, guide-matic, power door locks, right hand mirror, headrests, and floor mats.  And how about leather buckets?  Oh, and pull the vinyl top.

Offline artie b

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #3 on: July 18, 2012, 08:49:46 AM »
here are some more photos https://picasaweb.google.com/101685557961676197694/1968CadillacEldorado29# my email is artiebee@hotmail.com Let me know, as I'm close to sending it off to a classic car consigner in Chicago, and the price will go up

Offline 76eldo

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #4 on: July 18, 2012, 10:25:51 AM »
Why waste your money with a "Classic Car Consigner"?

You obviously know how to use a camera, put the car on ebay.

If you need assistance with that, I'd be glad to help you.  I have sold dozens of cars on ebay over the past 10 years with relatively no hassles.

If I were you, I would not trust the car to anyone else to sell it, especially a consignment dealer.  Just my opinion.

Brian
Brian Rachlin
Huntingdon Valley, Pa
CLC # 22443
Current collection:
1960 62 Series Convertible
1970 DeVille Convertible
1976 Eldorado Convertible
1980 Hess & Eisenhardt Eldorado Convertible
1985 Eldorado Biarritz Convertible
1985 Eldorado Touring Coupe Convertible
1984 Seville
1985 Seville
1999 Eldorado Touring Coupe

Offline David Smith

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #5 on: July 18, 2012, 11:25:29 AM »
Thanks Artie.   I have forwarded the link and contact info to my friend Stefano in Italy.
Do people get more out of life because they own a Cadillac?

Or do people own a Cadillac because they get more out of life?

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Offline artie b

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #6 on: July 18, 2012, 11:53:45 AM »
Thank David! I have done some on Ebay only to find out that everybody wants information that anyone who has had ANY older car, classic or not, does know the answer to. I sold a large boat in excellant shape and some deadbeat got the auction for 11,000. Went through all the Ebay channels and relisted it, explaning the beadbeat bidder, I got 5100. Honest bidders figured that the deadbeat looked at the boat, declined sale. I was glued to the computer for 10 days because of this. I only want a fair price for this car, and would rather have a new owner that appreciates old cars instead of "investers" I appreciate members trying to connect seller me, with buyers, Thanks David, Artie

Offline 82CDV

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #7 on: July 19, 2012, 04:34:58 PM »

Sorry, but I don't see the price?

Am I just missing it?
C. Surprenant

Offline Chris Conklin

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #8 on: July 19, 2012, 05:40:01 PM »
$13K
Chris Conklin

Offline Rob Troxel

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #9 on: July 19, 2012, 06:38:49 PM »
One selling point is the fact that this car is equipped with a right hand rear view mirror!  I don't know if the market will support the price you are asking but it sure has a great looking interior too.  Good luck > I'd post on EBay and see what happens

Offline artie b

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Re: 1968 Eldorado ptetty darn nice very very solid
« Reply #10 on: July 19, 2012, 09:27:05 PM »
Yeah I know, last year I had some pretty good offers.... For whatever reason this year the price dropped. I'm not unreasonable, and would entertain far offers, Artie

 



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