1983 CADILLAC DEVILLE Cadillac Index
Few changes were evident in the bodies of DeVille or Fleetwood coupe and sedan models, though underneath the exhaust system was modified. The refined new grille was similar to 1982 with narrow vertical bars separated into three rows, but Cadillac script moved from the upper horizontal bar to the side of the grille itself, leaving that upper bar bare. Distinctive taillamps carried on Cadillac's traditional style. On the hood was a stand-up hood ornament; on the decklid, Cadillac's "V" and crest. Lengths reached as long as 221 inches, while prices began at $15,970. Horsepower rose by 10 on the HT-4100 Digital Fuel Injected 4.1 liter V-8. The miserly (if troublesome) 5.7-liter diesel was available on DeVille and Fleetwood Brougham models. Standard interior was Heather knit cloth with matching Dundee ribbed cloth inserts. Saddle leather was also available. DeVille d'Elegance offered pillow-style seating in Venetian velour, a six-way power passenger seat, special trim, accent striping, and opera lamps. The Cabriolet version of Coupe DeVille added an Elk Grain vinyl partial roof, in color to match the car body, with bright crossover roof molding.

ModelSeries NumberBody/Style NumberBody Type SeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
DeVille (V-8)6CD472-dr Coupe6 P$15,9703935 lb65,670 (total includes the 2-door Fleetwood Brougham)
DeVille (V-8)6CD694-dr Sedan6 P$16,4413993 lb109,004 (total included the 4-door Fleetwood Brougham)

ENGINE

FeatureBasic Gas EngineOptional Diesel Engine
Type90-degree, overhead-valve V-8. Iron/aluminum alloy block; cast iron head.90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head.
Displacement249 cu. in. (4.1 liters)350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Bore & stroke3.47 x 3.31 in.4.057 x 3.385 in.
Compression ratio8.5:122.5:1
Brake horsepower135 at 4400 R.P.M.105 at 3200 R.P.M.
Torque200 lbs.-ft. at 2200 R.P.M.200 lbs.-ft. at 1600 R.P.M.
Main bearingsFiveFive
Valve liftersHydraulicHydraulic
Fuel supplyDigital fuel injectionFuel Injection
ManufacturerCadillac HT-4100Oldsmobile
VIN Code8N

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