1969 CADILLAC

DeVille SERIES 683

1969 Cadillac 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.

CADILLAC DEVILLE V-8 ENGINE

TypeV-8 Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement472 cubic inches
Bore and stroke4.30 x 4.06 inches
Compression ratio10.5:1
Brake horsepower375 at 4400 rpm
BearingsFive main bearings
Valve LiftersHydraulic valve lifters
CarburetorRochester four-barrel Quadrajet, model 7028230.

STYLE

Model NumberStyle NumberBody TypeSeatingFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
69-68368369L4-door Sedan DeVille6595446407,890
69-68368347J2-door Coupe DeVille65721459565,755
69-68368349B4-door Sedan DeVille65954466072,958
69-68368367F2-door Convertible DeVille65905459016,445

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.

CHASSIS

Wheelbase129.5 inches.
Overall length225 inches.
Front treadnot available.
Rear treadnot available.
Tires9.00 x 15-PR blackwalls.

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

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.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

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.
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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