Nota:
The majority of links (below) are to some fine catalog images placed on the World Wide
Web by "Cruise Brothers", a
group of Cadillac enthusiasts in the Hague, Netherlands.I would like to thank them
profusely. Their excellent work and presentation has saved me countless hours of
work.
1966
Facts: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.13 x 4.00" b&s, 429
ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 10.5:1 compression ratio, Rochester #701930 4 bbl
carburetor [owner-enthusiast Corley Wadley wrote:
Here's an update to consider for the 1966 Eldorado; another carb option for ‘66, and
the original on my car, is a Carter AFB 4bbl¨] giving 340 BHP
@ 4600 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic, 2.94:1 rear axle ratio (optional 3.21:1, "75" =
3.77:1), live rear axle suspension, coil springs and tube shock absorbers, front
independent coil-springs with tube shock absorbers, full perimeter frame ("75" =
backbone type), 129.5" wheel base, ("75" = 149.8"), 225" over-all
length, "75" = 237.3-244.5"), 62.5" track front and rear
("75" = 62.5-63" front and rear), 8.00x15 tires ("Eldorado" =
9.00x15, weight: 4390-4725 lbs ("Eldorado" = 4500-4660 lbs, "60S" =
4615-4770 lbs, "75" = 5055-5436 lbs), 0-80 in 15.5 seconds., top speed 120-125
mph, 12-15 mpg ("Eldorado" = 8-14 mpg, "75" = 10-16 mpg).
"Calais", "De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 12 models.
Sixty Special Brougham added. The new cars had variable-ratio power steering permitting
fast lock-to-lock for parking combined with a slower ratio for highway operation.
Options/accessories: automatic Climate Control
(air-conditioner/heater system), electric seat warmer, tilt and telescope (3")
steering wheel, 6-way power seat adjustment, 4-way power bucket seat adjustment, hazard
warning flasher, headrests, reclining bucket seat, power door locks, "Twilight
Sentinel" [headlight timer], Guide-Matic power headlamp control, automatic level
control, Cruise Control, rear window de-fogger, soft-ray glass, controlled differential,
power window regulators, power vent window regulators, remote-control trunk lock,
signal-seeking pre-selector AM radio, AM/FM radio, AM/FM stereo radio, seat belts, rear
compartment radio control (Fleetwood "75" only), radio foot control switch,
cushion covers, rubber mats (contoured front, full width, contoured rear, full width,
contoured front, 2-piece, contoured ear, 2-piece), luggage compartment mat, compass,
litter box, Eldorado horn, door edge guards, spare tire cover, Optikleen windshield washer
solvent, windshield washer anti-freeze and gas line de-icer, body polish, fabric cleaner,
"Kar-Kleen" upholstery cleaner, Blue Coral compound, Blue Coral sealer, Magic
Mirror cleaner and polish, Magic Mirror cream wax, chrome cleaner, cooling system
inhibitor and sealer, whitewall tires, whitewall tire cleaner, tar and road oil remover,
vinyl, leather and convertible top cleaner, touch-up paint (brush-in-cap or spray can),
license frames. 14th in U.S. car sales ranking, 60S Brougham added;
Easy ID: New, flat grille with chrome center bar; new,
vertical tail-light housing with horizontal bar splitting five-sided rear bumper housing.
New wheel covers [these resemble very closely those used in 1965 - except that they have
the vent openings to help brake cooling - and are not a reliable way of identifying these
models].
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below); minor
modifications, radical changes to "75"s, variable ratio power steering, optional
heated front seat [rear on "75"s]; Fleetwood Brougham 4-door Sedan (C&D
card set); story of '66 Sedan de Ville, CLC 4/92, cover and pp. 4-5
Models: [7/2000: photo links
have changed please go to this page]
Calais Series [129½" wheel base]
68239 Hardtop sedan
( 13025)
68257 Hardtop coupe (
11080)
68269 Sedan (
4575)
De Ville Series [129½"]
68339 sedan (
11860)
68357 Hardtop coupe
( 50580)
68367 DeVille Convertible ( 19200)
68369 hardtop sedan
( 60550)
Fleetwood Series
68069 60S sedan ( 5445)
68169 60S Brougham
( 13630)
68467 Eldorado Convertible
( 2250) [owner-enthusiast Corley Wadley pointed out quite correctly: if you refer to the ’66 factory catalogue, the Eldorado
for that year is a Fleetwood series car].
69723 "75"sedan ( 980) and
69733 "75"
limousine ( 1037)
69890 156" wheel base commercial chassis ( 2463)
1966 model total (196675)
[more production statistics to be
added after this point]
1967
Facts: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.13x4.00 b&s, 429 cubic
inches, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 10.5:1 compression ratio, Rochester Quadra-Jet
#7028230), 340 BHP @ 4600 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic, 2.94:1 rear axle ratio (optional 3.21:1,
"75" = 3.77:1) ("Eldorado" = same but mounted longitudinally in
transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension, coil springs and tube
shock absorbers, front independent coil-springs with tube shock absorbers
("Eldorado" = live rear axle with single leaf longitudinal semi-elliptic
springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and A-arms, tube shock absorbers),
full perimeter frame ("Eldorado" = integral boxed perimeter, "75" =
backbone type), 129.5" wheel base, ("Eldorado" = 120", "75"
= 149.8"), 225" over-all length ("Eldorado" = 221",
"75" = 237.3-244.5"), 62.5" track front and rear ("Eldorado"
= 63" in front, 63.5" in rear, "75" = 62.5-63" front and rear),
8.00x15 tires, "Eldorado" = 9.00x15, weight: 4390-4725 lbs ("Eldorado"
= 4500-4630 lbs, "60S" = 4615-4770 lbs, "75" = 5055-5436 lbs), 0-80 in
15.5 seconds. ("Eldorado" = 15.3 seconds.), top speed 120-125 mph
("Eldorado" = 125-130 mph), 12-15 mpg ("Eldorado" = 12-14 mpg,
"75" = 10-16 mpg). "Calais", "De Ville" and
"Fleetwood" series; 12 models, 13th in U.S. car sales ranking; Calvo Colucci
advertisement featuring 1967 Cadillac grille, MK, 2/1989, p.97 (HW
collection) {***}. 1973 beat earlier production records, with 304,839 cars being built of
that model year
Specifications [excerpted
from 1967 product catalog] |
| Engine: Eight-cylinder, 340 HP, overhead, 90 degrees V-type; bore 4.13",
stroke 4.0"; displacement 429 cu. in. Max. torque 480 ft.-lbs. Engine mounted in
rubber at three points. Compression ratio 10.5 to 1. |
| Pistons: Aluminium alloy, slipper-type to reduce friction surfaces and permit
nesting between crankshaft counterweights. New top compression ring inverted to pump oil
upwards rather than down, one wide oil ring with expander; top compression ring
molybdenum-filled to minimize wear on cylinder walls. Contoured piston head increases
turbulence for fast, complete burning of fuel-air mixture. |
| Carburetor: New Quadrajet four-barrel downdraft with equalized manifold;
mechanical fuel pump; dry-type air filter; new automatic choke. |
| Lubrication: Full-pressure. Full-flow oil filter standard. |
| Electrical System: 12-volt. 13-plate battery. High-capacity, 42-amp. generator
(55 amp., air conditioned cars). |
| Gasoline Tank Capacity: Approximately 26 gallons. Eldorado approximately 24
gallons. |
| Turbo Hydra-Matic: Fully automatic, improved torque converter type with
variable stator Except Seventy-Five models). Converter multiplies engine torque for
increased driving thrust to drive wheels during acceleration in any gear (low,
intermediate or high). |
| Rear Axle: Hypoid. Differential housing offset to provide straight-line drive.
Ratio is 2.94 with a 3.21 axle available (3.21 only on Eldorado). The 3.21 axle is
standard on all air-conditioned models and the Seventy-Five models. Available (except
Eldorado) is the controlled differential which directs power to the rear wheel having
better traction. |
| Front Suspension: Spherical joint with Cadillac independent, helical-coil-type
springs. Rubber-mounted strut rods and rubber bushings absorb impacts and isolate road
noise. (Torsion bar suspension on Eldorado.) |
| Rear Suspension: Four-link drive. Rear springs are helical-coil-type. Rubber
bushings for quieter, softer ride. (Single-leaf springs with two horizontal and two
vertical shock absorbers on Eldorado.) |
| Brakes: Cadillac power brakes with self-adjusting shoes; finned front and
composite finned rear drums. Split hydraulic master cylinder provides independent piston
and fluid reservoir for front and rear brakes. |
| Parking Brake: Serves as true auxiliary brake... will not lock in position with
engine running and car in gear... can be operated as a foot emergency brake while car is
in motion. Automatically releases when transmission is in any drive range with engine
running. |
| Steering: Cadillac variable ratio power steering is standard equipment (except
Seventy-Five models). Energy
absorbing steering wheel and column. Overall steering ratio of 16.7 to 1 (except 18.2
on Seventy-Five models and 16.3 on Eldorado) and 38.5 degrees turning angle provides fast
response and short turning diameter. |
| Frame: Perimeter frame is fully boxed in its entire length with hidden
bulkheads for additional torsional rigidity. Eldorado has a frame especially designed for
its front wheel drive and front and rear suspension systems. |
| Tires: Low-pressure, 2-ply, tubeless, size 9.00 x 15 on all models except the
Fleetwood Seventy-Five, on which the size is 8.20 x 15, 4-ply. Black sidewalls are
standard on all models. White sidewalls may be selected on all models. |
| Cornering Lights:
(standard equipment) On the side of front fenders, activated by directional signal lever
when headlamp switch is on. Project a beam of light from the side of the car, thus
illuminating roadside and road signs for convenience at night. |
| Tread: Front and rear, 62.5". (Eldorado 63.5", front; 63",
rear.) |
| Wheelbase: 129.5" (Fleetwood Sixty Special Sedan and Brougham, 133";
Fleetwood Seventy-Five, 149.75"; Eldorado, 120".) |
| Overall Length: 224" (Fleetwood Sixty Special Sedan and Brougham,
227.5"; Fleetwood Seventy-Five, 244.5"; Eldorado, 221".) |
| Additional Body Colors not shown on cars illustrated include: Grecian White,
Regal Silver, Summit Gray, Marina Blue, Admiralty Blue, Sherwood Green, Regent Maroon,
Crystal Firemist, Olympic Bronze Firemist and Ember Firemist. |
Easy ID: New, rear slanting egg-crate grille with broad,
rectangular openings. New front-wheel drive Eldorado model.
The new, front-wheel drive Eldorado
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below);
stretch, custom, NIT 49, pp. 70-71; custom hearse by Eggli of Lausanne, (book,
Histoire de l'Automobile, Atlas); Eldorado 2-door Coupe, front cover CA 12/91, C&D
card set; "75" limousine (CCI, 27:2); special open-top Eldorado Coupe
(special issue CCIX, P.25); introduction to 1967 models in MT 11/66, p.83.
Models: [7/2000: photo links have changed please go
to this page]
Calais Series
1967 Calais Coupe
1967 Calais Sedan
1967 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1967 Coupe de Ville
1967 Sedan de Ville
1967 De Ville convertible
1967 De Ville hardtop sedan
Fleetwood Series
1967 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1967 Fleetwood "Sixty-Special"
1967 Fleetwood Brougham
1967 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood
limousine
Follow the restoration of a 1967 Cadillac
DeVille convertible: check out this site
!!!]
1968 [to continue editing from this point]
SPECIFICATIONS
| ENGINE: Eight-cylinder, 375-HP overhead 90 degrees V-type; bore 4.30, stroke 4.06,
displacement 472 cu. in. Max. torque 525 ft.-lbs. Engine mounted in rubber at three
points. Compression ratio 10.5 to 1. |
| PISTONS: Aluminium alloy, slipper-type cam, ground to reduce friction surfaces and
permit nesting between crankshaft counterweights. One wide oil ring with expander; top
compression ring molybdenum-filled to minimize wear on cylinder walls. Contoured piston
head increases turbulence for fast, complete burning of fuel-air mixture. |
| CARBURETOR: Quadrajet four-barrel downdraft with equalized manifold; mechanical fuel
pump; dry-type air filter; new automatic choke. Air injection reactor system to reduce
hydrocarbons in exhaust. |
| LUBRICATION: Full-pressure. Full-flow oil filter standard. |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: New 12-volt. 15-plate battery. High-capacity, 42-amp. generator (55
amp., air conditioned cars). |
| GASOLINE TANK CAPACITY: Approximately 26 gallons. Eldorado approximately 24 gallons. |
| TURBO HYDRA-MATIC: Fully automatic, improved torque converter type with fixed stator.
Converter multiplies engine torque for increased driving thrust to drive wheels during
acceleration in any gear (low, intermediate or high). |
| REAR AXLE: Hypoid. Differential housing offset to provide straight-line drive.
Completely new, heavier and stronger rear axle and differential, redesigned for the
unusually high torque of the new, 472 V-8 engine. Ratio is 2.94
to 1 (3.07 to 1 on Eldorado), 3.21 to 1 axle on Seventy-Five models. Available (except
Eldorado) is the Controlled Differential which directs power to the rear wheel having
better traction. |
| FRONT SUSPENSION: Spherical joint with Cadillac independent, helical-coil-type
springs. Rubber-mounted strut rods and rubber bushings absorb impacts and isolate road
noise. (Torsion bar suspension on Eldorado.) |
| REAR SUSPENSION: Four-link drive. Rear springs are helical-coil-type. Rubber bushings
for quieter, softer ride. (Single-leaf springs with two horizontal and two vertical shock
absorbers on Eldorado.) |
| BRAKES: Cadillac power brakes with self-adjusting shoes; finned front and composite
finned rear drums. Split hydraulic master cylinder provides for front and rear brakes.
Power front disc brakes
optional on all models. |
| PARKING BRAKE: Serves as true auxiliary brake... will not lock in position with engine
running and car in gear... can be operated as a foot emergency brake while car is in
motion. Automatically releases when transmission is in any drive range with engine
running. |
| STEERING: Cadillac variable ratio power steering is standard equipment (except
Seventy-Five models). Energy
absorbing steering column and padded steering wheel hub. Overall steering ratio of
16.6 to 1 (except 18.2 on Seventy-Five models and 16.3 on Eldorado) and 38.5 degrees
turning angle provides fast response and short turning diameter. |
| FRAME: Perimeter frame is fully boxed in its entire length with hidden bulkheads for
additional torsional rigidity. Eldorado has a frame especially designed for its front
wheel drive and front and rear suspension systems. |
| TIRES: Low-pressure, 2-ply, tubeless, size 9.00 x 15 on all models except the
Fleetwood Seventy-Five, on which the size is 8.20 x 15, 4-ply. Black sidewalls are
standard on all models. White sidewalls are optional. |
| CORNERING LIGHTS: On the side of front fenders, activated by directional signal lever
when headlamp switch is on. They project a beam of light from the side of the car, thus
illuminating roadside and road signs for convenience at night. |
| TREAD: Front and rear, 62.5". (Eldorado 63.5", front; 63", rear.). |
| WHEELBASE: 129.5" (Fleetwood Sixty Special and Brougham, 133"; Fleetwood
Seventy-Five, 149.8"; Eldorado, 120".) |
| OVERALL LENGTH: 224.7" (Fleetwood Sixty Special and Brougham, 228.2";
Fleetwood Seventy-Five, 245.2"; Eldorado, 221".) |
| ADDITIONAL BODY COLORS not shown on cars illustrated include: Arctic Blue, Normandy
Blue, Ivanhoe Green, Sudan Beige, Regent Maroon, Baroque Gold, San Mateo Red, Monterey
Green Firemist, Rosewood Firemist and Madeira Plum Firemist. |
| NOTE: When leather is used in the DeVille and Fleetwood Series, richly textured vinyl
is provided in certain areas. |
**** Cadillac began 1968 with a new power plant. The 472 became one of the most
powerful Cadillac engines (alongside the V-16). Rated at 390 HP, Cadillacs of the
1968-1973 vintage became muscle cars wearing tuxedos.
A Turbo Hydramatic 400 transmission provides smooth shifting as well as a very
civilized ride. Step on the gas though, and the shifting becomes a kick in the pants
taking you from 0-100 in less than 15 seconds. At 4000 pounds, this car is definitely not
a slalom driver; But when you have 500 ft/lbs of torque, you can correct any kind of
steering deficiencies with the gas pedal.
Indeed, this power plant is still alive. Just go to any NHRA meet, and you will see
variants of the 472 in dragsters and pro-stockers. The motor is a very well designed piece
of machinery. At 191,000 miles, mine still can cruise down the highway without skipping a
beat. Gas mileage is pretty good considering the magnitude of things. On the city I get
around 12 miles to the gallon (that's if I don't use the local stop light as a skid pad).
On the highway is where the Caddy is king. I average around 17 mpg at 60 mph. Once I
makeshift connected a tachometer to see what rpm's I pull on the highway. It barely
registered 1800 rpm's at 65 mph. No wonder.
The Eldorado enjoyed the same power plant with the obvious exception of the front wheel
drive transmission. Aside from the different exteriors, just like the previous year,
Eldorados and De Villes shared the same interiors.
One detail to keep in mind for those who own, or plan to own a 1968 Cadillac is the
fact that GM had a strike that year. So there are two different VIN eras when referring to
certain parts. I guess the engineers had time to make some changes during the strike, as
some of these items became standard for the 1969 model year. The changes made were to the
air conditioning system as well as the power steering system. Also, 1968 Cadillacs
resemble the body style of the 1967's, but don't be fooled when looking for parts. Body
wise, their hoods are unique since 1968 was the first year of the unexposed windshield
wipers. Hence, the hood is slightly longer on the 68. Rear bumpers on the 67's have a
valence panel that matches the body color as opposed to an all chrome bumper on the 68.
interiors on both models are very different as well. ****
Facts: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x 4.06" b&s, 472
ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 10.5:1 compression ratio, Rochester Quadra-Jet
#7028230 4 bbl carburetor, 375BHP @ 4400 rpm), Turbo Hydra-Matic, 2.94:1 rear axle ratio
(optional 3.21:1, "75" = 3.77:1) ("Eldorado" = same but mounted
longitudinally in transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension,
coil springs and tube shock absorbers, front independent coil-springs with tube shock
absorbers ("Eldorado" = live rear axle with single leaf longitudinal
semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and A-arms, tube
chock absorbers), full perimeter frame ("Eldorado" = integral boxed perimeter,
"75" = backbone type), 129.5" wheel base, ("Eldorado" =
120", "75" = 149.8"), 225" over-all length ("Eldorado"
= 221", "75" = 237.3-244.5"), 62.5" track front and rear
("Eldorado" = 63" in front, 63.5" in rear, "75" =
62.5-63" front and rear), 8.00x15 tires, "Eldorado" = 9.00x15, weight:
4390-4725 lbs ("Eldorado" = 4500-4630 lbs, "60S" = 4615-4770 lbs,
"75" = 5055-5436 lbs), 0-80 in 15.5 seconds. ("Eldorado" = 15.3
seconds.), top speed 120-125 mph ("Eldorado" = 125-130 mph), 12-15 mpg
("Eldorado" = 12-14 mpg, "75" = 10-16 mpg). "Calais",
"De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 11 models, 14th in U.S. car
sales ranking, Calais HT Sedan deleted;
Easy ID: Similar grille slant to 1967 but much finer
grille mesh; side marker lights incorporated on side of tail-light housings (circular
marker light on rear fender of Eldorado models).
[ images to come ]
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below); Notes, CLCA
30th anniversary issue, p.38; new 472ci motor, side illumination mandatory, hidden
windshield wipers, modified instrument panel; "De Ville" convertible, V8M/5,
pp.56-59; Eldorado Biarritz Towne Car [show car] (C&D card set); introduction
to Coupe de Ville and Fleetwood Eldorado in C&D 12/67, p.39 (???). story of De Ville convertible in France, V8,
#5, pp.56-59.
Models: [7/2000: photo links have changed please go
to this page]
Calais Series
Calais coupe
1968 Calais hardtop sedan
1968 Coupe de Ville
De Ville Series
1968 Sedan de Ville
1968 De Ville hardtop sedan
1968 De Ville convertible
Fleetwood Series
1968 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1968 Fleetwood "Sixty Special"
1968 Fleetwood Brougham
1968 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
Trivia: Of all the 1968 Sedan Devilles
that were produced, it has been reported by one Database user that only 4% of them were
manufactured with the special order bucket seats.
[to read about a fine 1968 Cadillac, check out this site !!!]
1969
Facts: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x 4.06" b&s, 472
ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 10.5:1 compression ratio, Rochester Quadra-Jet
#7028230 4 bbl carburetor, 375BHP @ 4400 rpm), Turbo Hydra-Matic, 2.94:1 rear axle ratio
(optional 3.21:1, "75" = 3.77:1) ("Eldorado" = same but mounted
longitudinally in transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension,
coil springs and tube shock absorbers, front independent coil-springs with tube shock
absorbers ("Eldorado" = live rear axle with single leaf longitudinal
semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and A-arms, tube
chock absorbers), full perimeter frame ("Eldorado" = integral boxed perimeter,
"75" = backbone type), 129.5" wheel base, ("Eldorado" =
120", "75" = 149.8"), 225" over-all length ("Eldorado"
= 221", "75" = 237.3-244.5"), 62.5" track front and rear
("Eldorado" = 63" in front, 63.5" in rear, "75" =
62.5-63" front and rear), 8.00x15 tires, "Eldorado" = 9.00x15, weight:
4390-4725 lbs ("Eldorado" = 4500-4630 lbs, "60S" = 4615-4770 lbs,
"75" = 5055-5436 lbs), 0-80 in 15.5 seconds. ("Eldorado" = 15.3
seconds.), top speed 120-125 mph ("Eldorado" = 125-130 mph), 12-15 mpg
("Eldorado" = 12-14 mpg, "75" = 10-16 mpg). First auto industry closed
cooling system; it returned to the radiator any engine coolant that had overflowed because
of momentary overheating. 11 models, 12th in U.S. car sales ranking;
Easy ID: New, flat grille, not spread out across entire
front of car as in 1967-68; new tail lights (the easiest distinguishing feature on
these cars)
(body styles built): (see also Eldorado section, below);
Calais Sedan 6825; Calais Coupe 5600; Sedan de Ville (pillared) 7890; Sedan de Ville
(Hardtop) 72958; Coupe de Ville 65755; DeVille Convertible 16445; Eldorado 23333;
Fleetwood 60 Special 2545; Fleetwood Brougham 17300; 75 9 Passenger Sedan 880; 75 9
Passenger limousine 1156. De Ville 2-door convertible (C&D [BOLD] card set);
"75" limousine (CCI [BOLD]], 27:2)
Models: [7/2000: photo links
have changed please go to this page]
Calais Series
1969 Calais coupe
1969 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1969 Coupe de Ville
1969 Sedan de Ville
1969 De Ville hardtop sedan
1969 De Ville convertible
Fleetwood Series
1969 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1969 Fleetwood "Sixty Special"
1969 Fleetwood Brougham
1969 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
Quip: [Q:] "In what car would you like to drive from
New York to San Francisco?" [A:] "In a Cadillac with climate control, what
else?" - Phil Walters, 1969. [quip supplied by Ruben Baeten, Netherlands].
1970
Facts: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x 4.06" b&s, 472
cubic inches ("Eldorado" = 4.30 x 4.30", 500 ci), overhead valves, push rod
actuated, 10.5:1 compression ratio ("Eldorado" = 10.0:1), Rochester Quadra-Jet
#7028230 4 bbl carburetor ("Eldorado" = Rochester Quadra-Jet @4MV), 375BHP @
4400 rpm ("Eldorado" = 400 BHP), Turbo Hydra-Matic, 2.94:1 rear axle ratio
(optional 3.21:1, "75" = 3.77:1) ("Eldorado" = same but mounted
longitudinally in transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension,
coil springs and tube shock absorbers, front independent coil-springs with tube shock
absorbers ("Eldorado" = live rear axle with single leaf longitudinal
semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and A-arms, tube
chock absorbers), full perimeter frame ("Eldorado" = integral boxed perimeter,
"75" = backbone type), 129.5" wheel base, ("Eldorado" =
120", "75" = 149.8"), 225" over-all length ("Eldorado"
= 221", "75" = 237.3-244.5"), 62.5" track front and rear
("Eldorado" = 63" in front, 63.5" in rear, "75" =
62.5-63" front and rear), 8.00x15 tires, "Eldorado" = 9.00x15, weight:
4390-4725 lbs ("Eldorado" = 4500-4630 lbs, "60S" = 4615-4770 lbs,
"75" = 5055-5436 lbs), 0-80 in 15.5 seconds. ("Eldorado" = 15.3
seconds.), top speed 120-125 mph ("Eldorado" = 125-130 mph), 12-15 mpg
("Eldorado" = 12-14 mpg, "75" = 10-16 mpg). "Calais",
"De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 11 models, 13th in U.S. car sales
ranking;
The condensed specs, below, are from a
1970 item of sales literature:
ENGINE: Eight-cylinder, 375-HP overhead 90
degrees V-type: bore 4.30, stroke 4.06, displacement 472 cu. in. Max. torque 525 ft.-lbs.
Engine mounted in rubber at three points. Compression ratio 10 to 1.
NEW: ELDORADO: V-8 ENGINE: Displacement, 8.2 litters. 400-HP.
Torque, 550 ft.-lbs. Compression ratio, 10 to 1. Bore, 4.30. Stroke, 4.304
PISTONS: Aluminum alloy, slipper-type cam,
ground to reduce friction surfaces and permit nesting between crankshaft counterweights.
CARBURETOR: Quadrajet four-barrel downdraft
with equalized manifold, mechanical fuel pump, dry-type air filter, improved automatic
choke. Controlled combustion system reduces hydrocarbons in exhaust.
LUBRICATION: Full-pressure. Full-flow oil
filter.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:
12-volt. 15-plate battery. High-capacity, 42-amp. generator (55-amp., air conditioned
cars).
GASOLINE TANK CAPACITY: Approximately 26 gallons. Eldorado approximately 24.
TURBO HYDRA-MATIC: Fully automatic, torque-converter type with fixed stator. Converter
multiplies engine torque for increased driving thrust to drive wheels during acceleration
in any gear (low, intermediate or high).
REAR AXLE:
New, heavier, stronger rear axle and differential. Ratio is 2.93 to 1 (3.07 to 1 on
Eldorado), 3.15 to 1 axle ratio on Seventy-Five models. Available (except Eldorado) is the
Controlled Differential, which directs power to the rear wheel having better traction.
FRONT SUSPENSION:
New integral steering knuckle for greater dependability and longer life. Independent,
helical-coil-type springs. Rubber-mounted strut rods and rubber bushings absorb impacts
and isolate road noise. (Torsion bar suspension on Eldorado.)
REAR SUSPENSION:
Four-link drive. Rear springs are helical-coil-type. Rubber bushings for quieter, softer
ride. (Single-leaf springs with two horizontal and two vertical shock absorbers on
Eldorado.)
BRAKES: Cadillac power brakes with
self-adjusting feature; composite finned rear drums; disc front. Split hydraulic master
cylinder provides for independent operation of front and rear brakes.
PARKING BRAKE:
True auxiliary brake ... will not lock in position with engine running and car in gear ...
can be operated as a foot emergency brake while car is in motion. Automatically releases
when transmission is in drive with engine running.
STEERING: Cadillac variable-ratio power
steering is standard equipment (fixed-ratio on Seventy-Five models). Overall steering
ratio of 16.6 to 1 (except 18.2 to 1 on Seventy-Five models and 16.3 to 1 on Eldorado).
38.5' turning angle provides fast response and short turning diameter.
FRAME: Perimeter frame is boxed in its entire
length. Eldorado has a frame especially designed for its front-wheel drive and front and
rear suspension systems.
TIRES: Low-pressure, size L78 x 15,
bias-belted, fiberglass, tubeless, on all models. Black sidewalls, standard; white
sidewalls optional, at extra cost
CORNERING LIGHTS:
On the side of front fenders, activated by directional signal lever when headlamp switch
is on. They project a beam of light from the side of the car, thus illuminating roadside
and road signs for convenience at night.
TREAD: Front and rear, 63" (Eldorado,
63.5" front 63" rear).
WHEELBASE: 129.5" (Fleetwood Sixty
Special and Brougham, 133", Fleetwood Seventy-Five 149.8", Eldorado 120").
OVERALL LENGTH:
225" (Fleetwood Sixty Special and Brougham 228.5", Fleetwood Seventy-Five,
245.3", Eldorado, 221")
ADDITIONAL BODY COLORS
not shown on cars illustrated include: Patina Silver, Cotillion White, Phantom Gray, San
Mateo Red, Sable Black, Glenmore Green, Sauterne, Dark Walnut, Monarch Burgundy, Regency
Bronze Firemist and Chateau Mauve Firemist.
NOTE: Richly textured vinyl is provided in
certain areas of leather-trimmed Fleetwood and De Ville models.
Easy ID: Similar grille to 1969 model but unmistakable
vertical "wings" on leading edge of front fenders; new tail lights (together
with the "wings", this feature is the easiest way to distinguish the 1970 cars)
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below); De
Ville 2-door convertible (C&D card set); Eldorado 2-door Coupe (C&D card
set); "Blood Sweat and Tears" special stretched limousine (special issue CCIX,
p.24).
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Calais Series
1970 Calais Coupe
1970 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1970 Coupe de Ville
1970 Sedan de Ville
1970 De Ville hardtop sedan
1970 De Ville convertible
Fleetwood Series
1970 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1970 Fleetwood "Sixty Special"
1970 Fleetwood Brougham
1970 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
1971
Facts: Standard car 472 ci engine, 7.7 liter V8 with
Rochester four-barrel Quadrajet, Model 4MV; 130 inch wheel base, weight 4685 lbs, base
price $6264. Eldorado engine: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x 4.30" b&s, 500 ci,
overhead valves, push rod actuated, 9.00:1 compression ratio, Rochester 4 bbl carburetor,
365BHP @ 4400 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic mounted longitudinally in transfer case, 3.21:1 final
drive ratio), live rear axle suspension, with single leaf longitudinal semi-elliptic
springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and A-arms, tube chock absorbers),
integral boxed perimeter, 126.3" wheel base, over-all length = 223", 62.5"
track front and rear 5", L78x15 tires, weight: 4675-5167 lbs, 0-80 in 19 seconds.,
top speed 115-120 mph, 10-13 mpg. "Calais", "De Ville" and
"Fleetwood" series; 9 models, 12th in U.S. car sales ranking, pillared Sedan
de Ville and De Ville convertible deleted; the new computerized anti-skid brake system
(ABS) called "Track Master" was introduced; simultaneous with the Chrysler
Imperial system. Options in 1971 included a remote control trunk lock for $58, power door
locks for $71, six-way power seats on some models for $92, Cruise-Control for $95, a vinyl
roof covering on some models for $156, complementary leather upholstery for $174,
Cadillac's very own tape player for $416 (!), and "Automatic Climate Control" [a
sophisticated heating/air-conditioning system] for $537.
Easy ID: again, vertical 1941-type "wings" between dual
headlight units, vertical front bumper guards, sun-roof option, 1971 headlights further
apart
[ images to come ]
(body styles): "75" limousine (CCI, 27:2)
4-door Sedan de Ville (C&D card set); Eldorado 2-door convertible (C&D
card set);
Trivia: Labor disputes curtailed this year's production
totaling 188,537 units. For the first time, Cadillac built some of its cars outside
Detroit. In 1971, some de Ville models were built at the GM Assembly Division factory at
Linden in New Jersey.
Models: [7/2000: photo links
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Calais Series
1971 Calais coupe
1971 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1971 Coupe de Ville
1971 De Ville hardtop sedan
Fleetwood Series
1971 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1971 Fleetwood Eldorado convertible
1971 Fleetwood Brougham
1971 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
Total 1971 models 188537
1971-1973
Side molding with rear marker light used up to 1973;
1972
Facts: Eldorado engine: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x
4.30" b&s, 500 ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 8.5:1 compression ratio,
Rochester 4 bbl carburetor, 365BHP @ 4400 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic mounted longitudinally in
transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension, with single leaf
longitudinal semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and
A-arms, tube chock absorbers), integral boxed perimeter, 126.3" wheel base, over-all
length = 223", 62.5" track front and rear 5", L78x15 tires, weight:
4675-5167 lbs, 0-80 in 19 seconds., top speed 115-120 mph, 10-13 mpg. "Calais",
"De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 9 models, 13th in U.S. car
sales ranking, "60S" Brougham renamed Fleetwood Brougham ; ID vertical 1941-type
"wings" on parking light unit between dual headlight assembly;
Easy ID:
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below); 4-door
Sedan de Ville (C&D card set); Eldorado 2-door convertible (C&D card
set); Fleetwood 75 Sedan and Limousine (C&D card set)
Models: [7/2000: photo links
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Calais Series
1972 Calais coupe
1972 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1972 Coupe de Ville
1972 De Ville hardtop sedan
Fleetwood Series
1972 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1972 Fleetwood Eldorado convertible
1972 Fleetwood Brougham
1972 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
1973
Facts: Eldorado engine: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x
4.30" b&s, 500 ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 8.5:1 compression ratio,
Rochester 4 bbl carburetor, 235BHP @ 4400 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic mounted longitudinally in
transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension, with single leaf
longitudinal semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and
A-arms, tube chock absorbers), integral boxed perimeter, 126.3" wheel base, over-all
length = 223", 62.5" track front and rear 5", L78x15 tires, weight:
4675-5167 lbs, 0-80 in 19 secs., top speed 115-120 mph, 10-13 mpg. "Calais",
"De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 9 models, 13th in U.S. car sales
ranking; ID rectangular parking light between dual headlight assembly; additional emission
control, re-inforced chassis, one-piece grille and front bumper moves back on impact; new
theft-deterrent system sounded horn and flashed headlamps under certain conditions.
Easy ID:
[ images to come ]
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below);
Indianapolis Pace Car, SIA17, p.29, C&D card set
Models: [7/2000: photo links
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Calais Series
1973 Calais coupe
1973 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1973 Coupe de Ville
1973 De Ville hardtop sedan
Fleetwood Series
1973 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1973 Fleetwood Eldorado convertible
[to see an exceptional
1973 Eldorado convertible, check out this site!]
1973 Fleetwood Brougham
1973 Fleetwood sedan and Fleetwood limousine
1974
Facts: Eldorado engine: 8-cylinder, 90° V8, 4.30 x
4.30" b&s, 500 ci, overhead valves, push rod actuated, 8.25:1 compression ratio,
Rochester 4 bbl carburetor, 210BHP @ 4400 rpm, Turbo Hydra-Matic mounted longitudinally in
transfer case, 3.21:1 final drive ratio), live rear axle suspension, with single leaf
longitudinal semi-elliptic springs, independent front suspension via torsion bars and
A-arms, tube chock absorbers), integral boxed perimeter, 126.3" wheel base, over-all
length = 225", 62.5" track front and rear 5", L78x15 tires, weight:
4675-5167 lbs, 0-80 in 19 secs., top speed 115-120 mph, 10-13 mpg. "Calais",
"De Ville" and "Fleetwood" series; 9 models, 13th in U.S. car sales
ranking; along with Buick and Oldsmobile, Cadillac pioneered the air-bag restraint system
in case of frontal collision.
Easy ID:
(body styles): (see also Eldorado section, below); custom
stretch (CCI, 30:7; story of surviving Eldo convertible in France, V8,
#2, pp.20-25.
Models: [7/2000: photo links
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Calais Series
1974 Calais coupe
1974 Calais hardtop sedan
De Ville Series
1974 Coupe de Ville
1974 De Ville hardtop sedan
Fleetwood Series
1974 Fleetwood Eldorado coupe
1974 Fleetwood Eldorado convertible
1974 Fleetwood Brougham
