Cadillac history 1980

1980 CADILLAC DEVILLE

Aerodynamic alterations gave DeVilles a more streamlined profile this year. The new, traditional-style "isolated" grille was made up of narrow vertical bars, peaked forward at the center. A Cadillac script was on the side of the heavy upper header, New flush-mount quad rectangular headlamps stood above new amber-lensed horizontal parking/signal lamps. Matching cornering lamps consisted of a large rectangular lens over a small horizontal one: one followed the line of the headlamps, the other wrapped around in line with the signal lamps.

Wheel openings showed a squared-off, formal look. The rear roof pillar held a Cadillac "V" and crest, plus script nameplate. New wheel covers displayed Cadillac's crest on a dark red background. DeVilles came in 21 body colors. Both DeVille and Brougham had a stiffer roof profile this year, with a sharpened crease line running the full length of the side. Decklids also had a higher profile, with beveled rear surface. The new roofline added two inches of legroom in the back seat.

Base engine was the 368 cu. in. (6.0-liter) carbureted V-8, with 5.7-liter diesel available. Standard features included

a convex remote-control right-hand mirror
simulated teak on instrument panel
new dual-spot map lamps/courtesy lights.

Durand knit cloth upholstery came in six colors, with Renaissance velour inserts. Leather seating areas came in ten colors. Options included

heated side mirrors (available with rear defogger)
Astroroof
self-sealing tires
six radio choices
advanced theft-deterrent system.

Coupe DeVille was also offered with a dramatic Cabriolet roof that featured a chrome crossover roof molding. That came in 15 colors of Elk Grain vinyl, with French seam surrounding the back window. DeVille's D'Elegance had textured Venetian velour upholstery in any of four colors, plus Tampico carpeting, special door pull handles, and "DeVille d'Elegance" script on the glove compartment. The body held accent stripes and another nameplate. Opera lamps were standard on the coupe, three roof-mounted assist straps on the sedan.

Model	Series Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
DeVille	6C	D47	2-door Coupe	6	$12,401	4048 lb	55,490
DeVille	6C	D69	4-door Sedan	6	$12,770	4084 lb	49,188

PRICE NOTE: Cadillac announced a series of price rises during the model year. By summer, DeVille coupe cost $13,115

ENGINES

Feature	Base Engine	Optional Engine
Type	90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head	90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head
Fuel	Gasoline	Diesel
Displacement	368 cu. in. (6.0 liters)	350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Bore & stroke	3.80 x 4.06 in.	4.057 x 3.385 in.
Compression ratio	8.2:1	22.5:1
Brake horsepower	150 @ 3800 rpm	105 @ 3200 rpm
Torque	265 lbs.-ft. @ 1600 rpm	205 lbs.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
Main bearings	Five	Five
Valve lifters	Hydraulic	Hydraulic
Fuel Supply	4-Bbl Carburetor	Fuel injection
VIN Code	6	N

CHASSIS

Wheelbase: 121.4 in.
Overall length: 221.0 in.
Coupe Height: 54.6 in.
Sedan Height: 55.6 in.
Width: 76.4 in.
Front Tread: 61.7 in.
Rear Tread: 60.7 in.
Standard Tires: P215/75Rl5 SBR wide WSW

TECHNICAL

Transmission:- Turbo Hydra-matic transmission standard on all models: column shift.
Gear ratios for DeVille w/V8-368: (1st) 2.48:1; (2nd) 1.48:1; (3rd) 1.00:1; (Rev) 2.07:1.
Standard final drive ratio: 2.28:1
Hypoid drive axle.
Steering: recirculating ball; power assisted.
Front suspension: coil springs and link-type stabilizer bar.
Rear suspension: four-link drive coil springs, electronic level control available
Brakes: front disc, rear drum
Fuel tank: 20.6 gal. (25 gal. available) Unleaded fuel only

DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS

5.7-liter diesel V-8 engine: ($924)
Heavy-duty cooling system ($59)
100-amp alternator ($41-$59)
Engine block hearer ($22)
California emission equipment ($83-$250).
Limited slip differential ($86)
Heavy-duty suspension: ($270).
Electronic level control: ($169).
Trailering package ($100-$118).

OPTION PACKAGES

Coupe DeVille Cabriolet ($350)
DeVille d'Elegance ($1005)

CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS

Astroroof ($1058)
Cruise control ($147)
Controlled-cycle wipers: ($43).
Rear defogger, grid-type ($170)
Six-way Dual Comfort power passenger seat adjuster: ($395)
Power driver's seat recliner ($130)
Notchback passenger seatback recliner: ($130).
Tilt/telescope steering wheel ($142)
Automatic door locks ($129)
Illuminated entry system: ($67)
Garage door opener ($125)
Theft deterrent system ($153)
Trunk lid release and power pull-down: ($92)
Opera lamps: ($71)
Twilight Sentinel: ($62)
Guidematic headlamp control ($72).
Front light monitor ($35)
Trumpet horn ($26)
Electric remote-control left mirror w/thermometer ($97)
Lighted thermometer on left mirror ($30)
Lighted vanity mirrors, pair ($112)
Electronic-tuning seek/scan AM/FM stereo radio with 8-track tape player ($195); w/8-track and CB ($480); w/cassette ($225); w/CB ($380); w/cassette and CB ($510)
Two-tone paint: ($293)
Two-tone paint, partial Firemist: ($394)
Firemist paint ($201)
Padded vinyl roof: ($240)
Accent stripes: ($61)
Door edge guards ($16-$24)
License frame: each ($1 1)
Leather seating area ($435-$595)
Carpeted rubber front floor mats ($35-$38); rear ($19)
Trunk mat ($15)
Turbine-vaned wheel covers: ($63)
Locking wire wheels: ($755)
Locking wire wheel covers ($262-$320)
Puncture-sealing tires ($105)

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