Cadillac history 1984

1984 CADILLAC CIMARRON

Cimarron's new crosshatch grille had a bolder look, but kept the Cadillac script at lower left corner. The new front end was evidently designed with a V-6 in mind -- but that wouldn't be available just yet. The fuel-injected 2.0-liter four remained standard, with five-speed manual gearbox or optional three-speed automatic. Three new stripe insert colors (white, red, orange) were offered for bumper rub strips, end caps and bodyside moldings; plus gold for the Cimarron d'Oro. Foglamps introduced in 1983 continued as standard. A new rear-end lighting arrangement used horizontal upper red stop/taillamps, accented with flush-mounted winged Cadillac crest ornamentation. New amber turn signal lamps and more dominant white backup lamps were below the red tail/stop lamps. Interiors were now available in combinations of leather and cloth. Pushbutton heat/vent controls now had accent lights. A 24-position click-stop temperature control lever allowed more precise settings. Optional cruise control now included acceleration/deceleration capability. Cimarron prices began at $12,614.

The special edition Cimarron d'Oro, introduced during 1983, was available again with distinctive Sable Black body, highlighted by goldtone accents that replaced all the body chrome. D'Oro also sported black bumpers, headlamp bezels, rip rail and window reveal moldings, wheel opening and rocker panel moldings, and door handles. Goldtone touches included the grille; a lay-down "Cadillac Cimarron" hood ornament; accent stripes on hood center, body beltline, bumper rub strips and bodyside moldings; "D'Oro" fender plaques; Cimarron trunk lid script; a "2.0-Liter Fuel Injection" plaque on the trunk lid; and winged Cadillac crest ornamentation on taillamps. Gold also tinted the steering wheel spokes and horn pad emblem. In an effort to attract younger motorists to the black/gold small Caddy, radio commercials played an upbeat jingle promoting the "Cimarron touch."

Model	Series Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
Cimarron (Four)	6J	G69	4-dr Sedan	5 P	$12,614	2639 lb	21,898

ENGINE

Inline OHV. Four-cylinder. Cast iron block and head.
Displacement: 121 cu. in. (2.0 liters).
Bore & stroke: 3.50 x 3.15 in.
Compression ratio: 9.3:1.
Brake horsepower: 88 at 4800 R.P.M.
Torque: 110 lbs.-ft. at 2400 R.P.M.
Five main bearings.
Hydraulic valve lifters.
Throttle-body fuel injection.
VIN Code: P

CHASSIS DATA

Wheelbase: 101.2 in.
Overall length: 173.1 in.
Height: 52.0 in.
Width: 66.5 in.
Front Tread: 55.4 in.
Rear Tread: 55 2 in.
Standard Tires: P195/7OR13

TECHNICAL

Feature	Standard Transmission	Optional Transmission
Transmission	Five-speed, floor shift manual transmission	Turbo Hydra-matic
Gear ratios	(1st) 3.92:1; (2nd) 2.15:1; (3rd) 1.33:1; (4th) 0.92:1; (5th) 0.74:1; (Rev) 3.50:1	(1st) 2.84:1; (2nd) 1.80:1; (3rd) 1.00:1; (Rev) 2.07:1
Standard final drive ratio	3.83:1	3.181:1
Steering	power rack and pinion
Front suspension	MacPherson struts, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension	semi-independent trailing arm, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Brakes	front disc, rear drum
Fuel tank	13.6 gal.

DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS

5.7-liter diesel V 8 engine (NC); N/A limousine or Cimarron.
California emission equipment ($99).
Engine block heater ($18-$45).
Heavy-duty battery: Cimarron ($26); others ($40).
100-amp Alternator ($50) Except Cimarron.
H.D. radiator: Cimarron ($40).
Three-speed automatic transmission: Cimarron ($320).
Limited slip differential: limousine ($120).
Heavy-duty ride package: DeVille/Brougham ($319).
FE2 touring suspension: Eldorado/Seville ($115).

OPTION PACKAGES

Cimarron D'Oro ($350).
Seville Elegante ($3879).
Brougham d'Elegance: cloth seating ($1250); leather ($1800).
DeVille d'Elegance ($1150).
Cabriolet roof: DeVille/Eldorado coupe ($420).
Full cabriolet roof: Eldorado/Seville ($995).
Eldorado Biarritz ($3395).
Eldorado Touring Coupe ($1975).

CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS

Vista Vent w/rear tilt ($300).
Electronic cruise control ($175)
Power windows ($260)
Power door locks ($175).
Power trunk release ($40)
Garage door opener ($165); retainer ($25)
Tilt steering wheel ($104)
Six-way power driver's seat ($215); both seats ($430).
Twilight Sentinel ($79)
Twin lighted vanity mirrors ($95)
Seek/scan AM/FM stereo radio w/cassette ($203)
Delete radio ($151 credit)
Power antenna ($60)
Door edge guards ($25).
License frame ($12)
Decklid luggage rack ($100)
Cloth upholstery ($100 credit).
Carpeted rubber floor mats: front ($38); rear ($22)
Trunk mat ($18).
Whitewall tires ($55).

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