Vehicle Description
The first-generation Cadillac Seville is an interesting treat.
Built to compete with the Europeans while still not losing its
Cadillac style, it represents a hint of a sporty attitude added to
its traditional luxury personality. So if this sounds appealing to
you, the affordable price on this restored example should have you
hooked.
The Seville has the unmistakable crisp style we expect from a
classic Caddy sedan. But this also doesn't qualify for the same
kind of "land barge" image that some of the other American luxury
cars had in the'70s. Instead, the designers took their time
slimming it down correctly - making it look athletic, not anemic.
Flared fenders, chrome bumpers, and well integrated lines make it a
true contender. Plus, this one was upgraded with a grille and gold
badge package for an extra dose of flair. But what we love the most
is the sophistication of the gray paint with a slightly darker gray
vinyl roof. It's a timeless color combo that still looks great
today thanks in part to careful ownership and a partial restoration
during its lifetime.
Inside, there is more of the European influence with bucket seats.
But Cadillac did it to their standards by offering plenty of
bolstering, comfy gray velour, wood trim, and a fold down armrest.
So now you power adjust your seat to the best comfortable driving
position. These cars came loaded right from the factory. After all,
the Seville started out more expensive than the larger and heavier
DeVille line. So you got the best features of the time like cruise
control, an AM/FM/cassette stereo, and power locks. Plus, this one
has provisions for both power windows and air conditioning. And
while many imports would have small back seats, Cadillac remembered
that luxury motoring often means leaving plenty of room for family
and friends.
The Seville was one of the last cars to utilize Oldsmobile's
excellent 350 cubic-inch V8. This one appears to be original, right
down to the blue paint on the block and the big black air topper.
But if you look closely, you'll notice a four-barrel carburetor has
been added to make this easier for everyday servicing. The Seville
utilized its own platform that offered better isolation than other
midsize cars within GM. That's combined with a three-speed
automatic transmission, power steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and
sway bars front & rear, to deliver proper luxury in a nimble
package.
Complete with maintenance records and the owner's manual, this is
an interesting classic. It's not for everyone, but if the BMW of
classic Caddys sounds interesting to you, this value-priced Seville
is just the ticket. Call today!!!
