Vehicle Description
1984 Cadillac Seville Roadster Sedan
The name of "Cadillac's first small car" was selected over a
revival of LaSalle or the GM design staff's preference, LaScala,
primarily because, as noted by GM Marketing Director Gordon
Horsburgh, "It had no negatives.". The initial suggestion was
"Leland" in honor of one of the make's founders but it was rejected
because most buyers wouldn't understand the reference and Henry
Leland had also founded rival Lincoln. Hundreds of suggestions were
considered after extensive research, LaSalle was the top pick with
St. Moritz a distant second, trailed further by Seville. A troubled
past, (Lasalle), and difficult pronunciation, (St.Moritz), led to
selection of the Seville nameplate. Seville is the name of a
Spanish province and its capital, renowned for its history and
treasures of art and architecture. Cadillac had first used the
nameplate for a two-door hardtop version of the 1956 Eldorado. 1960
was the last model year for the Eldorado Seville, returning in 1967
under a different name.
For consignment, a clean and obviously garaged 35,262 title
verified actual mile 1984 example of the Cadillac Seville Roadster
produced to compete with the ever increasing threat of European
luxury cars entering the country. A smaller more compact Caddy,
with all the trappings of luxury the larger cars offered at the
time. Purchased new at Polkowitz Motor Company in Perth-Amboy, NJ
and retained by the purchaser until 2022, this consignment has come
to our Hallowed Halls after being purchased by our consignor from a
friend of the original owner. He has enjoyed the car, has had
regular maintenance performed and it is now time to "let this one
go". Big win YOU!
Exterior
With all steel panels straight and true, and definitely no rust in
sight, this square and rectangle design car is bathed in
beautifulWoodland Haze Metallic. Chrome all around looks fabulous,
badging is near perfect, and bumpers are very nicely preserved as
are the fillers. A full Briar Brown cloth roadster top, also in
very nice condition is seen. This brings us to the piece de
resistance...the razor-edged bustle-back rear styling that draws
inspiration from English coachbuilder Hooper & Co.'s "Empress Line"
designs from the early 1950s. This isconsidered a dramatic, modern
take on the mid-'30s style of trunk/body integration. In addition,
long hood/short deck proportions were inspired by luxury cars of
the 1960's and are quite fitting to the proportions of this rarely
seen luxury cruiser. For the automotive trivia buffs, the Seville's
"statement" styling was one of the last vehicles designed by Bill
Mitchell. Keeping things firmly grounded onall 4 corners are
14-inch wire wheel covers with a Cadillac centered metal badge, all
wrapped in thin whitewall 205/75R15's from the 12th week of
2022.
Interior
Really nice padded and shiny Briar Brown leather is tucked and
rolled and stitched to perfection to cover the door panels. Seen on
these is also the door pull which is mounted in lacquered wood, a
litany of power toggles, (windows, locks, mirrors, and seats), and
some wood applique surrounds. Turning out attention to the
passenger compartment is more rich shiny overstuffed leather which
covers dual large front buckets, and a spacious bench in back.
These are finished in Briar Brown and are heavily tufted and
buttoned, with the crescendo being the sewn in Cadillac crest in
gold. The original dash fronts the big seats and uses padded vinyl
for the top and wood applique for the gauge cluster and cruise
control, digital climate controls, AM/FM/Cassette radio with built
in EQ, lights, and power antenna. Clean brown carpet floods the
floors, and above a nice headliner is wrapping around a functioning
sunroof. A note to the trunk which is lined with unbelievably clean
brown carpeting!
Drivetrain
Within the expansive engine bay lives the original 4.1 Liter HT V8
sitting within a maze of wires and hoses. This engine has EFI and a
TH325-4L 4-speed automatic transmission sending power to the 3.15
geared front drive. Our consignor notes that new belts, hoses,
plugs, plug wires, a water pump, cap, rotors, and oxygen sensor
have been recently installed to ensure reliability.
Undercarriage
Lots of patina, some road dirt, no rust and little to no
leakage/seepage is seen on the bottom side. The floor pans are
solid and the frame is strong with no rust showing. A cushy
independent torsion bar suspension is on front, and an independent
coil spring arrangementquell the motion on the rear. As per the
included build sheet, we also note the factory ride leveling
suspension system. Power disc brakes are all around with the fronts
being new.
Drive-Ability
Getting into this car is literally like getting into it in the
showroom in 1984. It is in beautiful condition, starts right up
rides like a dream, and all accessories are working just fine save
for the power antenna and the fuel gauges reading higher than the
actual tank level. It has nice acceleration, and actually handles
well for its mid-size ride. The test track was no match for this
car.
A nicely presenting car on the exterior with the paint and chrome,
as well as the padded cloth top. Interior shows well, with some
wear but mostly nice. The engine starts well and remains fairly
clean and corrosion free. Swing by our Hallowed Halls, plunk down
your cash and see how the other half lives with Bill Mitchell's
"statement" style.
1G6AS6988EE839577
1-USA
G-General Motors
6-Cadillac
AS-Seville Roadster
6-4 Door Sedan
9-Manual Belts
8-4.1 Liter V8
8-Check Digit
E-1984
E-Linden, NJ Assy Plant
839577-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 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 located 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.