DeVilles had all of the features used in Calais, plus rear center arm rests; dual rear cigarette lighters and
two-way power operated horizontal front seat adjusters. A model identification signature script still sat above the
horizontal body side rub molding towards the back of the rear fenders.
| Type | V-8 Overhead valves |
| Block | Cast iron block |
| Displacement | 472 cubic inches |
| Bore and stroke | 4.30 x 4.06 inches |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Brake horsepower | 375 at 4400 rpm |
| Bearings | Five main bearings |
| Valve Lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters |
| Carburetor | Rochester four-barrel Quadrajet, model 7028230. |
| Model Number | Style Number | Body Type | Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69-683 | 68369L | 4-door Sedan
DeVille![]() | 6 | 5954 | 4640 | 7,890 |
| 69-683 | 68347J | 2-door Coupe
DeVille![]() | 6 | 5721 | 4595 | 65,755 |
| 69-683 | 68349B | 4-door Sedan
DeVille![]() | 6 | 5954 | 4660 | 72,958 |
| 69-683 | 68367F | 2-door Convertible
DeVille![]() | 6 | 5905 | 4590 | 16,445 |
NOTE: On January 1, 1969, head rests (restraints) became mandatory on all U. S. and Canadian cars. Cadillac prices were increased $18 to reflect the cost of the head rests. Dealer preparation charges were $90 on Calais and DeVille. These charges are included in retail prices listed above.
| Wheelbase | 129.5 inches. |
| Overall length | 225 inches. |
| Front tread | not available. |
| Rear tread | not available. |
| Tires | 9.00 x 15-PR blackwalls. |
| All cars used the 472 cubic inch, 375 horsepower V-8 with no other powerplants available. |
| Turbo-Hydramatic transmission was standard equipment throughout the line. |
| Controlled differential was $52.65 extra on all models except Eldorado. |
| Standard axle ratios: 2.94:1. |
| Automatic Climate Control option | $516 |
| Automatic level control | $79 |
| Firemist paint | $132 |
| Cruise Control | $95 |
| Rear window defogger (not Convertible) | $26 |
| Door guards (two-door) | $5 |
| Door guards (four-door) | $8 |
| Dual comfort seat models F-J-B | $105 |
| Twin front and rear floor mats | $17 |
| Soft Ray tinted glass | $53 |
| Guide-Matic headlamp control | $51 |
| Head restraints | $18) |
| Note: Head restraints mandatory after January 1, 1969. | |
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| Leather upholstery, models J-B-L | $138 |
| License frame, single | $6 |
| License frame, dual | $$13 |
| Power door locks, includes electric seat back release, two-door | $68 |
| Power door locks, four-door | $68 |
| AM radio | $162 |
| AM/FM radio | $188 |
| Six-way power seat adjuster, front seat with bench seat only | $90 |
| Front seat warmer, available all models, | $95 |
| Front shoulder belts | $32 |
| Tilt and telescope steering wheel | $95 |
| Trumpet horn | $16 |
| Remote control trunk lock | $32 |
| Twilight Sentinel, | $32 |
| Vinyl roof, models J-B-L | $153 |
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