Vehicle Description
1993 Cadillac Allante Roadster
The Cadillac Allant� is a two-door, two-seater luxury roadster
produced by Cadillac from 1987 until 1993. It used a Cadillac
chassis and running gear with a body built in Italy by coach
builder Pininfarina. It was expensive to produce with the complete
bodies flown to Detroit for final assembly. Over 21,000 were built
during its seven-year production run.
Offering for consignment the last year of production of this model
Cadillac, which was available only in convertible form. A stout V8
is crammed in under the hood, and in 1993 was subjected to the gas
guzzler tax, but hey, performance was king with this car.
Exterior
A nice coating of Pearl Red covers the exterior of this steel
paneled car. Three inches front fascia spoiler enhances high-speed
aerodynamics while new, one-piece side window glass improved
weather sealing and acoustics. A long front hood which hides the
Northstar V8 shows in good condition. Door gaps are within good
tolerances, and steel panels are straight and true. A headlight
washer system is noted, as well as a pristine showroom condition
trunk. Black molded vinyl surrounds the bottom of this car, and
shows slight fading, as do the fold away rear-view mirrors. 16-inch
cast aluminum wheels are seen all around. The canvas convertible
top is in good condition and operates smoothly.
Interior
Nuance leather-trimmed bucket seats orthopedically designed to
provide optimal support and comfort are seen when opening the door.
The seats have power eight-way metaphoric adjustments and a new
four-way power lumbar control. These buckets are showing a lot of
wear with areas of tape used to cover cracks in the leather. They
flank a center console equipped with transmission shift selector
that is slightly offset 20 degrees toward the driver for ease of
shifting. Leather stitching on the door panels is slightly frayed
and show areas for wear not unlike the seats. Power window, seat
adjustment, and power locks are a few of the buttons seen in the
door armrest area. The dash is all electronic readouts and a
"tower" of you will, is stirring to the right of the dash and
houses the climate controls, radio and CD player, and trip computer
which also displays driver information.
Drivetrain
This debut also introduced the world to the Northstar V-8 engine,
which now powered the Allante, replacing the 4.5-liter V-8 formerly
used. As with all other Northstar applications, the 4.6-liter V-8
was paired with the 4T80-E electronically controlled four-speed
automatic transmission. The Northstar engine featured highly
efficient compound-geometry valve/port designs and "quiet coil"
Direct Ignition System designed to operate at high rpm levels
without loss of spark synchronization. The engine's dual stream
injector Fluid Induction System was another innovation. This system
was isolated from under hood heat sources and cooled the fuel
during operation, which enhanced performance. A paired 4T80-E
transmission featured a controlled-flow, dual lubricating system
that provides proper lubrication under all operating conditions.
Free-wheeling clutches ensure consistent shifting quality.
Undercarriage
Presenting very clean and rust free, obviously pampered and
garaged, the undercarriage is impressive. Structurally sound and
featuring a vastly upgraded road sensing suspension, speed
sensitive steering and the new-generation Bosch ASRIIU traction
control system. This convertible also benefits from receiving the
short/long arm (SLA) rear suspension that improved steering
responsiveness.
A luxurious powerful toy could best describe this small but near
muscle horsepower Caddy. A smooth runner, quick starter, and well
maintained mechanically automobile, with hints of wear on the
interior. Drop the top and go for a winding cruise in the middle of
nowhere and you will quickly be lost in your own satisfaction.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.