18 Facts About Cadillac DeVille

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Cadillac DeVille is the nameplate used by Cadillac over eight generations, originally used to designate a trim level of the 1949 Cadillac Series 62 and later to designate a standalone model in the brand range.

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The last model marketed specifically as a DeVille was the 2005 full-size sedan, at the time, Cadillac's largest model.

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Cadillac DeVille script appeared on the lower left side of the radiator grille.

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4.

Cadillac DeVille refined the ride and quietness, with more insulation in the floor and behind the firewall.

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5.

All four Cadillac DeVille models had small "Tiffany-like" script nameplates on the ends of their rear fenders just above the chrome side molding.

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6.

New standard Cadillac DeVille features included non-glare rear-view mirror, electric clock, Automatic Climate Controls, padded dashboard, Hazard Warning system, outboard seatbelt retractors and rear cigarette lighters in all styles.

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Cadillac DeVille script was seen on the front fender sides below the belt molding behind the wheel opening.

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8.

Cadillac DeVille offered Track Master, a computerized skid prevention system that automatically pumped the back brakes in an emergency to shorten stopping distance.

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9.

Cadillac DeVille had not offered an engine with fewer than 8 cylinders since 1914 with the Cadillac DeVille Model 30.

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10.

Cadillac DeVille defended its micro-processor controlled powerplant, and even offered special extended warranties to customers.

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11.

The biggest visible change was hardly noticeable - while the grille design was a carry-over from the previous year, the Cadillac DeVille script moved from the chrome header onto near the bottom of the grille itself.

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12.

The specific Beechwood-color interior of the Cadillac DeVille Touring Sedan had leather seating areas and revised seat design with integral lumbar support.

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13.

Cadillac DeVille built 17,507 Coupes de Ville and 2,438 Fleetwood coupes in 1990.

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14.

In 1991 Cadillac DeVille manufactured 10,057 Coupe de Ville models, and an additional 894 Fleetwood coupes.

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15.

Cadillac DeVille produced 164 of the 2-door models for export, including 126 to Canada, 23 to Japan, 5 to the Persian Gulf countries, 3 to Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, and the remaining seven to Europe.

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16.

Cadillac DeVille produced 144 of the two-door models for export, including 129 to Canada, and 15 to Japan.

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17.

The Cadillac DeVille Concours replaced the previous generation's Cadillac DeVille Touring Sedan.

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18.

The performance Cadillac DeVille Concours was renamed the Cadillac DeVille DTS, and was available with stability control, continuously variable road sensing suspension with magnetorheological dampers, and onboard navigation.

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