Aerodynamic alterations gave
DeVilles a more streamlined profile this year. The new,
traditional-style "isolated" grille was made up of narrow
vertical bars, peaked forward at the center. A Cadillac script
was on the side of the heavy upper header, New flush-mount quad
rectangular headlamps stood above new amber-lensed horizontal
parking/signal lamps. Matching cornering lamps consisted of a
large rectangular lens over a small horizontal one: one followed
the line of the headlamps, the other wrapped around in line with
the signal lamps.
Wheel openings showed a squared-off, formal
look. The rear roof pillar held a Cadillac "V" and crest, plus
script nameplate. New wheel covers displayed Cadillac's crest on
a dark red background. DeVilles came in 21 body colors. Both
DeVille and Brougham had a stiffer roof profile this year, with a
sharpened crease line running the full length of the side.
Decklids also had a higher profile, with beveled rear surface.
The new roofline added two inches of legroom in the back seat.
Base engine was the 368 cu. in. (6.0-liter) carbureted V-8, with
5.7-liter diesel available. Standard features included
a convex remote-control right-hand mirror
simulated teak on instrument panel
new dual-spot map lamps/courtesy lights.
Durand knit
cloth upholstery came in six colors, with Renaissance velour
inserts. Leather seating areas came in ten colors. Options
included
heated side mirrors (available with rear defogger)
Astroroof
self-sealing tires
six radio choices
advanced theft-deterrent system.
Coupe DeVille was also offered with a
dramatic Cabriolet roof that featured a chrome crossover roof
molding. That came in 15 colors of Elk Grain vinyl, with French
seam surrounding the back window. DeVille's D'Elegance had
textured Venetian velour upholstery in any of four colors, plus
Tampico carpeting, special door pull handles, and "DeVille
d'Elegance" script on the glove compartment. The body held accent
stripes and another nameplate. Opera lamps were standard on the
coupe, three roof-mounted assist straps on the sedan.
Model
Series Number
Body/Style Number
Body
Type
Seating
Factory Price
Shipping Weight
Production Total
DeVille
6C
D47
2-door Coupe
6
$12,401
4048 lb
55,490
DeVille
6C
D69
4-door Sedan
6
$12,770
4084
lb
49,188
PRICE NOTE: Cadillac announced a series of price rises during the
model year. By summer, DeVille coupe cost $13,115
ENGINES
Feature
Base Engine
Optional Engine
Type
90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head
90-degree, overhead
valve V-8. Cast iron block and head
Fuel
Gasoline
Diesel
Displacement
368 cu. in. (6.0 liters)
350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Bore & stroke
3.80 x 4.06 in.
4.057 x 3.385 in.
Compression ratio
8.2:1
22.5:1
Brake horsepower
150 @ 3800 rpm
105 @ 3200 rpm
Torque
265 lbs.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
205 lbs.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
Main bearings
Five
Five
Valve lifters
Hydraulic
Hydraulic
Fuel Supply
4-Bbl Carburetor
Fuel injection
VIN Code
6
N
CHASSIS
Wheelbase: 121.4 in.
Overall length: 221.0 in.
Coupe Height: 54.6 in.
Sedan Height: 55.6 in.
Width: 76.4 in.
Front Tread: 61.7 in.
Rear Tread: 60.7 in.
Standard Tires: P215/75Rl5 SBR wide WSW
TECHNICAL
Transmission:- Turbo Hydra-matic transmission standard
on all models: column shift.
Front suspension: coil springs and link-type stabilizer bar.
Rear suspension: four-link drive coil springs, electronic level control available
Brakes: front disc, rear drum
Fuel tank: 20.6 gal. (25 gal. available) Unleaded fuel only
DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS
5.7-liter diesel V-8 engine: ($924)
Heavy-duty cooling system ($59)
100-amp alternator ($41-$59)
Engine block hearer ($22)
California emission equipment ($83-$250).
Limited slip differential ($86)
Heavy-duty suspension: ($270).
Electronic level control: ($169).
Trailering package ($100-$118).
OPTION PACKAGES
Coupe DeVille Cabriolet ($350)
DeVille d'Elegance ($1005)
CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE
OPTIONS
Astroroof ($1058)
Cruise control ($147)
Controlled-cycle wipers: ($43).
Rear defogger, grid-type ($170)
Six-way Dual Comfort power passenger seat adjuster: ($395)
Power driver's seat recliner ($130)
Notchback passenger seatback recliner: ($130).
Tilt/telescope steering wheel ($142)
Automatic door locks ($129)
Illuminated entry system: ($67)
Garage door opener ($125)
Theft deterrent system ($153)
Trunk lid release and power pull-down: ($92)
Opera lamps: ($71)
Twilight Sentinel: ($62)
Guidematic headlamp control ($72).
Front light monitor ($35)
Trumpet horn ($26)
Electric remote-control left mirror w/thermometer ($97)
Lighted thermometer on left mirror ($30)
Lighted vanity mirrors, pair ($112)
Electronic-tuning seek/scan AM/FM stereo radio with 8-track tape player ($195); w/8-track and CB ($480);
w/cassette ($225); w/CB ($380); w/cassette and CB ($510)
Two-tone paint: ($293)
Two-tone paint, partial Firemist: ($394)
Firemist paint ($201)
Padded vinyl roof: ($240)
Accent stripes: ($61)
Door edge guards ($16-$24)
License frame: each ($1 1)
Leather seating area ($435-$595)
Carpeted rubber front floor mats ($35-$38); rear ($19)
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