Vehicle Description
Cadillac stated in its 1974 sales literature that Webster defined
"Talisman" as "something producing apparently magical or miraculous
effects." Cadillac indicated that it did, as well. This is truly
the Cadillac Collector's Unicorn. This example is an estate car
with much documentation and a very early production number most
likely indicating it was a Dealer PR car for Brogan Cadillac. This
example is ready for a new home with a collector who will either
appreciate its honest patina or will restore it to its showroom
glory as the most expensive domestic production car that year. Of
note is that the 1974 units are the only ones with both front AND
rear consoles making this a large 2+2 limousine. This Talisman is
finished in Chesterfield Brown Metallic and Medium Amber Velour
further adding to its period charm. of the approx 1800 Talisman
units it is estimated that only 38 were in this combo making it
truly rare. This car also still retians both set of its floor mats
and is incredibly complete and in driver condition. Cadillac
introduced a new model for the Fleetwood Sixty Special Brougham
series in 1974-the Fleetwood Talisman Quite simply, it was
Cadillac's ultimate in individual luxury and comfort for four
people. Personal comfort was guaranteed by providing only four
seats inside to ensure each passenger the utmost in pampering. The
interior was upholstered in Medici Velour, an exclusive crushed
velour fabric reserved for Cadillac's finest automobiles. The seats
featured a shirred trim design inspired by fine European furniture.
Padded upper door panel inserts, B-pillar trim, sail panels, and
headliner were also covered in Medici Velour. Even the door pull
assist straps featured Medici Velour inserts. Running between the
seats are center consoles-also covered in Medici Velour. The front
console included an illuminated writing pad with pen and pencil, a
lockable storage compartment for safekeeping of valuables, and an
engraved nameplate featuring the owner's initials. The rear console
features a handy storage bin, as well as a holder for a vanity
mirror and other items that might be necessary while underway. Both
consoles also serve as comforting center arm rests. Thoughtful
touches are everywhere: a reclining back on the front passenger
seat, seat back pockets, assist straps, and deep-pile carpeting
with matching carpeted mats. Outside, a padded elk grain vinyl
roof, special wheel discs, standup wreath and crest on the hood,
and color-matched "Fleetwood Talisman" script on the sail panels.
Additional refinements exclusive to the Talisman are sculpted
laurel wreath moldings to accent the door and instrument panels,
and "Fleetwood Talisman" script on the instrument panel (shown at
right). Note the sculpted laurel wreath moldings that appear above
and below the script. In 1974, the Talisman option cost $1,800 with
Medici Velour. Four interior colors were provided, which included
Black, Dark Blue, Medium Amber, and Terra Cotta. All were keyed to
exterior paint colors. 62000 Miles
