Trim Report

Cadillac Eldorado ESC1998

Includes:ELDO|ESC
$1,995
Starting From
15
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 15 active dealer listings as of

Min $1,995
Max $15,950
From $1,995
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ESC Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$5,995
$6K–$15K
4 listings50,000 avg miles
Collector's Edition
From$7,598
4 listings|$8K–$22K
ESC
From$1,995
15 listings|$2K–$16K
Touring
From$2,295
19 listings|$2K–$30K

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Where to Find Cadillac Eldorado ESC

Location data for all 1998 Cadillac Eldorado trims combined

28States

If you're near Arizona, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 28 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Cadillac Eldorado Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1998 Cadillac Eldorado trims

Moderate

Federal safety data shows 1 recalls and 56 complaints for the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado, a moderate safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

1
Recalls
56
Complaints
2
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
97V1830001997-27-10
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES, HEARSES AND LIMOUSINES. THE CANISTER PURGE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS HARNESS ON THESE VEHICLES WAS MISROUTED.

THE HARNESS COULD INTERFERE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE LINKAGE PREVENTING RETURN TO A CLOSED THROTTLE.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 56 issues reported over 1 model years, fuel system, gasoline problems are the most common for the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Fuel System, Gasoline7
02Engine And Engine Cooling6
03Electrical System5
04Suspension5
05Wheels4
56 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Cadillac Eldorado Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1998 Cadillac Eldorado trims

18mpg combined
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15city
·
24hwy
·
$2,450/yr

The 1998 Cadillac Eldorado is rated at 18 MPG combined. No surprises here regardless of which trim you pick.

Eldorado - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
15 city24 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the ESC Worth It?

Common questions about the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado ESC

How does the ESC compare to other Cadillac Eldorado trims?

The ESC occupies a distinct position in the Cadillac Eldorado range. See how it stacks up on the 1998 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado ESC?

Maintenance costs for the ESC align with the broader Cadillac Eldorado ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1998 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is fuel system, gasoline. Check the 1998 Cadillac Eldorado page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Cadillac Eldorado ESC?

For the ESC, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Cadillac Eldorado buyer's guide.

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