Cadillac Eldorado 1959–1960 car dimensions: 5715 mm long, 2037 mm wide and 1382 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,295 kg.
The cabin seats six on a standard 6-way power bench or optional no-cost buckets in leather. Power windows, power vent windows, electric door locks, heater and AM radio with rear speaker are standard. Air conditioning and cruise control are extra-cost options. The layout feels open and luxurious with brushed metal trim and easy power assists for daily driving.
Remote-control trunk lock is standard. The large trunk swallows luggage easily for long trips with the top up or down.
Air suspension is standard and self-levels with load changes for a smooth ride when carrying passengers or gear. No factory towing or payload ratings appear in period specs.
The cabin seats six on broad leather benches or optional front buckets. Six-way power front seats, power windows and vents, electric door locks and a heater come standard. Air suspension delivers a soft, self-leveling ride. Optional air conditioning cools and dehumidifies the spacious interior with brushed aluminum and chrome accents. The power canvas top folds electrically for open-air motoring.
Fuel: gasoline, 21-gallon tank
Standard safety kit: power brakes, power steering, fog lamps, electric door locks, backup lights, directional signals
Air suspension standard but leak-prone
The 390-cubic-inch V8 with triple two-barrel carburetors runs on gasoline. Tank holds 21 gallons. Contemporary figures put average use near 23 liters per 100 km.
Air suspension is standard and self-levels the car but proves leak-prone and high-maintenance over time. Factory shop manuals cover lubrication, brakes, engine and accessories in detail.
Power drum brakes and power steering form the core safety setup along with fog lamps, electric locks, backup lamps and directional signals. No formal crash-test ratings exist for the era. Optional Autronic Eye dims headlights automatically.
Length 5715 mm, Width 2037 mm, Height 1382 mm, Wheelbase 3302 mm (Eldorado 1959–1960)
Sources: manufacturer data, 1959 Cadillac brochure, conceptcarz and others.