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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2000 Eldorado, so we've included reviews for other years of the Eldorado since its last redesign.
Sweet Ride
fishbone70, 03/20/2006
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have had my Eldorado for nearly a year now. I cannot tell you how the black exterior coupled with the black interior turns heads. The power is always there. I love dusting off little import tuners...they always underestimate the power of American design! I love this car!
Eldoraldo
dale, 01/08/2008
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
It is the best car I ever owned. You have a hot rod and a classy car combined. You know how you go down the interstate and a big truck passes you from the other way and it shakes your car. Well this baby cuts thru it like a knife. It will keep up with or blow away just about anything on the road. For looks it is the best looking Caddy ever made. It was a big mistake to stop making the Eldoraldo. I get nothing but compliments everywhere I go. I will never get rid of my baby
Bad Eldo
fame23, 02/20/2014
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
33 of 36 people found this review helpful
Loved everything about this head turning 2000 ESC, I purchased in 2011 with 71k mi, I put 18k mi on it and all hell broke loose, first it couldn't pass smog, mechanic said cat converter $300 still didn't pass another mech said bad sensors $200 , NOPE then i noticed the car started shaking ,mech said motor mounts $500, but the nightmare continues bc smoke stated coming from tailpipes ,later diagnostic test revealed blown head gasket needs new engine and codes that showed something bad in transmission also air shocks leak witch causes rear end to sag ,results Eldo has been parked on curve almost 2yrs.
Review of Cadillac Eldorado ETC
warren s. Silberman, 06/09/2002
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC 2dr Coupe
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
This car drives "like butter." It has great pickup. It has a Bose Stereo System and Compact Disc Player. THe system sounds exceptional. It drives like driving your couch down the road. The service at Bob Moore is the BEST BAR NONE I have ever experienced
5 yr Owner
Eldorado Lover..., 06/11/2010
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have owned my Eldorado now for 5 1/2 years and had a few problems with it, however it has been an amazing car to drive. Fast, fun, and comfortable. I would buy another one in a heart beat. it now has 141,000 and runs like a top. I would suggest to put synthetic oil in it though.
Love my Caddy but.....
cadillacscott, 08/05/2010
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
35 of 39 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2000 Eldorado used with 70,000 miles and it was well taken care of. However, being a "car guy" in an effort to do the very best in preventive maintenance, I felt I have been let down on so many occasions. The car is over-sensored and I am constantly chasing electronic messages like security, car may not restart, door ajar, service engine light on, it just drives me nuts and have spent a lot of money to make it right - now I have just given up and will be selling it. Too bad, I really liked this car and have had so many complements. My 1959 Caddy will probably be more reliable than this one!
Da bomb Caddy
Chris203, 02/12/2004
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
This car is a beautiful example of American luxury and power. This car is quick, it weighs alot, but it has enough power to beat most stock cars. The interior is very comfortable with leather and wood everywhere and a good Bose sound system (on the ETC). The Bose system is very clear, but it could use more bass. This car is also packed with technology, almost everything is automatic, wipers, lights, climate control, all you basically have to do is drive. I only had one problem so far, a dead battery, but that wasn't really a problem. I highly recommend this car to anyone who loves American muscle and luxury.
Last of the big 2 doors
cadillacmike, 01/16/2005
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
The 1992-2002 Eldorados were fine cars, but they didn't sell well enough for GM. Too bad. The cars were VERY powerful and had the latest electronic advances, until around 2000 when GM had probably already decide to discontinue it. (Eldorado has older stabilitrak than Seville, etc). Being FWD, this car is has some torque steer, but its not too annoying. The Bose audio system is excellent, but most ESCs did not have it. The seating is very comfortable, but not as supportive in ESC trim. The driver info center is easy to use. The memory personalization is also easy to set up. It can take a 12 disk CD changer with no additional wiring. The optional OnStar is very useful.
2000 Caddy Eldo ETC
Glakken13, 12/05/2010
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC 2dr Coupe
27 of 31 people found this review helpful
Simply put it is the finest car I have ever driven or owned.
A beautiful, troublesome woman
TravelinMan, 07/25/2009
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I always loved the design of the 1992- 2002 Caddy Eldorado, so I bought a clean 99. It ran well for about two years, and then the problems began. Interior things fell apart. The AC stopped working. The battery went low until it was dead - though it was only a few months old. The driver's seat self-adjusted randomly, even when the car was parked. When I started the car, the trunk and gas door popped open. Mechanics were baffled, and theorized a short in the electric system. The repair job was estimated at hundreds of dollars. Friends with Hondas, Nissans, and Toyotas say that their cars run for many years with no problems.
Edward Vaughan
Edward Vaughan, 09/15/2007
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car is a good value at the price requested. It is fully loaded and has been reasonable on gas considering its power and weight. The car runs smoothly and handles extremely well. It is the epitome of luxury and power. The car is clean inside and out and while it has 97K on it there are many miles left in this excellent car. Don't miss this opportunity of owning a Cadillac which is a premier car at a very affordable price.
2000 Eldorado ESC
vaeldorado, 03/30/2008
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love my Eldo as a daily drive car. Ride is excellent, smooth and powerful. Electrical systems are only fair. I have had problems with seatbelt warning light - headlight and fog light switches. Door panels are loose - they have been repaired twice. Wind noise is loud. Air compressor failed at 71,000 miles. Dashboard tray door won't click down. In other words, lots of nit picks on electrical and interior build, but otherwise a great ride!
Eldo Review
Poulsbo Fats, 02/20/2006
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Cadillac Eldorado with 55,000 miles on it from its second owner who lives in Florida. The exterior color is Pearl White Tri-Coat. It has received many compliments already. I live in Washington state, so we have had a very wet winter and I have not really seen the car in the bright sunlight, but I'm sure it will dazzle. So far the car has measured up outstandingly, othern than for a few cosmetic interior things that I had to fix. The engine is smooth. Its average gas mileage is 20 mpg, which surprised me as I drive this car very aggressive. It has a rich throaty sound coming from the exhaust when I step on it! All the amenities work great, I love the heated leather seats and memory adjustments. I love my car!
Eldorado-Best Cadillac Ever made
MPFLLC, 07/02/2010
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
15 of 18 people found this review helpful
My 2000 Eldorado ESC is an amazing car. Purchased a year ago with 22K miles and now have 30K on her. Not one problem save it came to me with original tires. With only minor maintenance required I literally have a new car. Exceptional performance, styling and ride. Did I mention that she gets 30 mpg at 70 mph and averages 18-22 in town. Wife liked it so much that I found her a white 2000 Eldo with 9,200 miles on it. This is our 14th & 15th Cadillac since 1979 and none better!
ELDO'S FOREVER!
MBO1146, 07/09/2003
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
THIS IS THE SECOND ELDO TC I'VE HAD IN PAST 5 YRS. BOTH ARE SUPERB MACHINES. USE KNOWLEDGABLE CERTIFIED MECH. FEW REPAIRS ON '94. TRADED UP TO A '99. GOT TOP DOLLAR FOR '94. '99 WAS HARD TO FIND. LOTS OF ELDOs ON THE ROAD BUT FEW FOR SALE. THOSE WHO HAVE THEM, KEEP THEM. NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION THE '01s AND '02s DEPRECIATE LITTLE. IN LONG RUN PRICES WILL GO UP. STYLISH, VERY COMFORTABLE, SUOER SOUND, AND TCs ARE VERY, VERY FAST (140 MPH+). SUPERB HANDLING W/RIGHT TIRES. SUSPENSION & INSULATION MAKE FOR SOO SMOOTH & QUIET. BIG ABS BRAKES DO THE JOB! WITH WAX NOTHING LOOKS BETTER. HIGH END GENTLEMAN'S SPORT COUPE.
Love my Caddy
RubyRed, 04/12/2003
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Excellent handling car! Looks good and feels great. Not bad on gas mileage for the size of the engine. This is a very smooth ride.
Old Favorite
Gypsy Momma, 11/20/2008
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My 99 Eldorado was my 1st Cadillac but I had long admired the El's style. It was a lease car w 20K miles. I drove it daily until I got my new CTS last year. I like the CTS but I still love the Eldorado There's no comparison in the ride. I drive hilly, winding roads & the El never ceases to amaze me with it's easy & steady handling. I'm a female 5'2" & always feel in control of this car even though it has supreme power when needed. Of course, there have been repairs (it's about 140K now) but the engine still sounds as smooth as the day I bought it. I keep thinking I need to sell it but I can't seem to part with it. It's more reliable than most of my other old friends!
Pure American power and luxury
MNCadi, 12/24/2003
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Every day since purchasing new in 2000, I ook forward to driving this car. The appearance turns heads, and it is more fun to drive and ride in than it is to look at. The heated seats are like heaven in the cold winter. Amenities are great, leather soft and incredibly comfortable. The power and grace of this car have spoiled me, nearly any other car will pale in comparison. The ride is so solid yet soft and smooth. After owning for 3 years, I still look at it as if its the first day I parked it in the garage. I cannot say enough good things about this car. Its a shame the El Dorado legacy had to end.
2000 Eldorado ESC
JMC, 01/02/2005
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have enjoyed my 2000 Cadillac Eldorado as much as any I have ever owned, including Jaguars, Porches, and Chevrolet Corvettes. It may not have the handling, but you cannot beat the ride on a long trip. Its performance is excellent for its size.
What a blast
pketch, 05/19/2007
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC 2dr Coupe
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought used off lease. ETC Crims Pearl.How did I get so lucky? Drives like you would expect. First year aluminum roller rocker followers. The use of premium fuel is not required. A real plus with fuel getting ready to $4. Gas milage is great for the size and power. Under estimated by EPA. 22+ around town 28+ on the road. Transmission has to be one of the best. The shift is almost unnoticible. But best off all they tell you at GM to drive it like you stole it. The G force when you punch it will set you back in your set. The styling, being that GM tried to emulate the '67 (first year) I say they nailed it. Those classic lines are all over it. In short love the car, love to drive it
Please help me save my baby!!!
nitro2go, 04/11/2013
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
16 of 21 people found this review helpful
I recently bought a 99 El Dorado w/Northstar. I love it so very much,but, I didnt do my homework, now it needs an alternator, and I hear it will often, A new one is expensive! Can I get one with a heavier voltage regulator to avoid this problem? If not, I'm afraid Ill have to sell my baby. :{{{{{ signed very unhappy.
Ditch this nightmare ASAP
mike, 10/29/2018
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
As older used cars go, this is an absolute nightmare! Everything about it is a fail. Alternator is near impossible to replace - a $500 repair. Brakes failing resulted in a $900 estimate. Nearly every little thing is a nightmare to replace, causing many hours of labor if you take it to a shop. And 3 hours at the shop, given all the right tools and experience translates into 8 or more hours should you tackle it yourself. My son got this 1999 last year at a (dishonest) dealer and had nothing but problems. Finally, with the $900 estimate for brake repairs, he sold it for $500 as is. It was a very nice looking piece of garbage. Ended up taking the $500 and buying an old rusty 99 Toyota Camry - a car 100 times more dependable, even with all its 250K miles on it.
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etc eldorado
player, 07/22/2002
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
luxry with performance will sum up this vehicle in one sentence. bought this vehicle used with 25,000 miles 2 yrs old and was nothing but a nightmare the dealer was wonderful took care of all my problems but got tired of going there every month. To many electrical problems (car wouldn't start,windows2x,power seat,cruise control 3x, stabilty control 4 attempts before it got fixed,etc. traded for something more reliable
one
piperlance, 09/28/2003
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car handles extremely well with its low center of gravity, has amazing power with the Northstar engine, and has been maintenance free. Leather interior holds up to heavy usage.
Big Red
Scott, 03/03/2008
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Thou I have only owned this amazing car for a short time I am total in love with it. Never thought I would own a Caddy that would out run a Mustang gt but I do. This car has a ton of power and it gets between 18 and 19 mpg. Its a very bold looking car to say the least and it really turns heads. I wish it had a sun roof and massaging seat but you cant have everything. Find any type of performence part is impossible for some reason there seems to be a lack of parts out there. I bought this car with 55,000 miles on it for $10,500. which is way over the book value but now am glad I did. The Bose stereo will not pick up and hold any radio stations I am starting to think it may need repaired.
Black Beauty!!!
939597etc, 05/16/2003
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Beautiful automobile, fun to drive (especially, for such a large 'ride') and all the features you'd ever wish for. HOWEVER, General Motors/Cadillac should STILL work on their quality. I have owned several of these 'fine' automobile and will admit, there has been improvement. Although, not enough for the price and 'class' of this vehicle
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC
L Mounts, 10/23/2002
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very fun car to drive handles like a dream.
Fantastic, fast car
Rene, 08/03/2007
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ETC 2dr Coupe
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My husband insisted that I had to buy this model because of its sporty look. I wanted a 4 door in the worst way. The only reason I am replacing my ElDo is for 4 doors and room for a Rotweiller. I have loved this car, but hate lifting a sleeping grandchild out of the back seat car seat. It is a thrill to drive, so comfortable and very luxurious. I had problems with water leaking around my moonroof but I had a great service department and so my inconvience was minor. They totally replaced my carpet twice and finally cured the leak problem.
GREAT car, when it runs**
jason91notch, 10/10/2010
1999 Cadillac Eldorado Touring 2dr Coupe
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
I loved this car very much, and it was a blast to drive. the problem is, before 60,000 miles it needed an engine, and a transmission 10k later. I babied this car, followed the owners manual maintenance religiously, yet it was issue after issue. replaced the engine, transmission, alternator 3 times, ECM twice, and shocks, all before 70,000 miles. Also, thank GOD I had an aftermarket warranty, because the engine cost over $10,000 to replace, and the transmission cost 4,000$.
Not bad for an Eldorado
cadillacmike, 12/22/2004
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my used 2000 Cadillac Eldorado, because it was a Coach Builders Limited Convertible conversion. The steel roofed Eldorado was just to bugly for me with it's HUGE blind spot. Anyway, I've had it for about three months, and I think it's too bad they stopped maikng this car, beceuse it took me two years to find one here in Tampa and this is supposed to be convertible country. Realibility: It's been ok, just an annoying intermittent remote trunk release problem, that definitely has something to do with the convertiblle top. The Northstar engine system is SUPERB. I am experiencing lots of wind noise, but it's a convertible. It handles fine, but has a little tourque steer under hard throttle. That's to be expected in a FWD car.
Beautiful, eye catching fun!
MajJohn, 02/07/2003
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Even though the car's classic design is recognized everywhere as pure Cadillac, my crimson-red car with chrome wheels and the sim-convertible top still turns heads. It's a beautiful car with great pickup and a very comfortable driving position.
I got a lemon
Norvs26, 06/14/2009
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
Though most reviews for the Eldo are excellent, mines been a nightmare from day one. a month after I bought it the head gasket blew and it was cheaper to replace the engine than the gaskets. Every month its a new problem. window motor, climate control motor, door panel fell off, trunk latch broke, ect.ect. I can't wait to get rid of. I'm done with American cars now.
New Baby
CADI99, 11/10/2005
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have to say that I just got this car so my ratings are driven by perception and not so much experience. But since I purchased this car, I have not had any mechanical issues. The engine is something else, all that power and so smooth. I love the sound and the comfort of the seats. My only real concern is with the maintenance history of battery changes. So I'm watching this closely. I've also noted that the interior dash lights dim (very little) when I press the brake pedal. I'm also slightly concerned with the floating feel of the ride as I'm not sure if this is inherent to the design. On the next check-up I'll have this checked out. Otherwise I'm in love with my new baby.
Great ride....
Charlie, 11/24/2016
updated 06/08/2017
1999 Cadillac Eldorado 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
custum pearl white burgundy interfere alloy wheels 24 mpg hiway mpg
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Very nice running car
cadillacmike, 02/04/2005
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car I bought is a Coach Builders Limited convertible conversion, so it's a convertible. This means less interior lighting, and a SLIGHTLY smaller trunk, and of course wind noise, but it was a first class job, with an automatic hard boot that raises and lowers to cover the top. You get about 70% of the original trunk space regardless of the top position, nice wnen compared to the "no trunk space" problem of the popular folding hard top cars, and it seats five. The excellent Northstar system has phenomenal power and can actually run for 50 miles at 50 MPH with NO coolant. It has nearly every convienience feauer availabe from 2000, and rides very smooth and quiet (below about 70MPH).
Still a Great Ride
BigMike5 , 07/26/2005
2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC 2dr Coupe
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We have had a 2000 Cadillac Eldorado ESC for almost five years now. It is one of the best cars I have ever owned. Gets 32 mpg on the hwy at 70 mph. No joke. Better than my Chrysler 300M with 6 cyl. Virtually no problems at all with the car. I think the seats could have had a little longer seat pad and the spare room between grill and fan could have been put in the back seat for more legroom, but having said that, the car has been great. Am looking to buy another Caddy for the wife and wish the Eldorado was still around. We will look at an STS or DeVille.