1956 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD

SERIES SIXTY SPECIAL FLEETWOOD

Cadillac's non-limousine style Fleetwood model carried the Sixty Special designation in script below the Cadillac crest on the sides of the front fenders. A Fleetwood name also appeared on the rear face of the deck lid. Solid chrome exhaust extension trim moldings were seen on the rear fenders.


STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
55-626019X4-doorSedan 66019499217,000

SERIES SIXTY SPECIAL FLEETWOOD ENGINE

FeatureStandard EngineOptional Engine
TypeV-8: Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement365 cubic inches
Bore and stroke4.00 x 3.63 inches
Compression ratio9.75:1
Horsepower rating285 @ 4600 rpm305 @ 4700 rpm
Main bearingsFive
Valve liftersHydraulic
CarburetorCarter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2370STwo (2) Carter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2371S

SERIES 75 FLEETWOOD

Side trim on the long-wheelbase Fleetwood models was about the same as 1956, except for the addition of exhaust extension moldings on the rear fender. This trim ran along a tapering conical flare from above the wheel housing to the rear bumper. A Fleetwood script appeared on the deck lid and limousine styling was seen again. Changes in grilles and bumpers conformed to those used with other series. Both models had auxiliary seats and the Imperial sedan again featured a glass driver's partition. Standard equipment on all Cadillacs was comparable to that included the previous year.

STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
55-757523X4-doorSedan 7655850501095
55-757533X-Imperial Sedan867735130955
55-868680S-Commercial chassis--2,025

NOTE: The commercial chassis featured a 158 inch wheelbase and was provided to makers of professional cars for construction of funeral cars and ambulances, etc.


SERIES 75 FLEETWOOD ENGINES

FeatureStandard EngineOptional Engine
TypeV-8: Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement365 cubic inches
Bore and stroke4.00 x 3.63 inches
Compression ratio9.75:1
Horsepower rating285 @ 4600 rpm305 @ 4700 rpm
Main bearingsFive
Valve liftersHydraulic
CarburetorCarter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2370STwo (2) Carter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2371S

CHASSIS

FeatureSeries 60 FleetwoodSeries 75 Fleetwood
Wheelbase133"149.75"
Overall Length225.9"235.7
Front Tread60"60"
Rear Tread63.1"63.1"
Tires8.00 x 158.20 x 15 Blackwall
ExhaustDual exhaust

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioning.
White sidewall tires.
E-Z-Eye safety glass.
Autronic eye automatic headlamp dimmer.
Signal-seeking radio with preselector and antenna.
Heating and ventilation system.
Power window lifts (specific models).
Gold finish grille.
Two-way posture power seat ($81).
Six-way power seat ($97).
Other standard GM accessories available.
(Note: Posture power adjustable seat on convertible, DeVilles and Series 60S only. Six-way seat on 62 Coupe and sedan and standard for Eldorado).

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