Cadillac history 1983

1983 CADILLAC DEVILLE

Few changes were evident in the bodies of DeVille or Fleetwood coupe and sedan models, though underneath the exhaust system was modified. The refined new grille was similar to 1982 with narrow vertical bars separated into three rows, but Cadillac script moved from the upper horizontal bar to the side of the grille itself, leaving that upper bar bare. Distinctive taillamps carried on Cadillac's traditional style. On the hood was a stand-up hood ornament; on the decklid, Cadillac's "V" and crest. Lengths reached as long as 221 inches, while prices began at $15,970. Horsepower rose by 10 on the HT-4100 Digital Fuel Injected 4.1 liter V-8. The miserly (if troublesome) 5.7-liter diesel was available on DeVille and Fleetwood Brougham models. Standard interior was Heather knit cloth with matching Dundee ribbed cloth inserts. Saddle leather was also available. DeVille d'Elegance offered pillow-style seating in Venetian velour, a six-way power passenger seat, special trim, accent striping, and opera lamps. The Cabriolet version of Coupe DeVille added an Elk Grain vinyl partial roof, in color to match the car body, with bright crossover roof molding.

Model	Series Number	Body/Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
DeVille (V-8)	6C	D47	2-dr Coupe	6 P	$15,970	3935 lb	65,670 (total includes the 2-door Fleetwood Brougham)
DeVille (V-8)	6C	D69	4-dr Sedan	6 P	$16,441	3993 lb	109,004 (total included the 4-door Fleetwood Brougham)

ENGINE

Feature	Basic Gas Engine	Optional Diesel Engine
Type	90-degree, overhead-valve V-8. Iron/aluminum alloy block; cast iron head.	90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head.
Displacement	249 cu. in. (4.1 liters)	350 cu. in. (5.7 liters)
Bore & stroke	3.47 x 3.31 in.	4.057 x 3.385 in.
Compression ratio	8.5:1	22.5:1
Brake horsepower	135 at 4400 R.P.M.	105 at 3200 R.P.M.
Torque	200 lbs.-ft. at 2200 R.P.M.	200 lbs.-ft. at 1600 R.P.M.
Main bearings	Five	Five
Valve lifters	Hydraulic	Hydraulic
Fuel supply	Digital fuel injection	Fuel Injection
Manufacturer	Cadillac HT-4100	Oldsmobile
VIN Code	8	N

CHASSIS

Wheelbase: 121.4 in.
Overall length: 221.0 in.
Height: Coupe=54.6 in.; Sedan= 55.5 in.
Width: 76.4 in. max.
Front Tread: 61.7 in.
Rear Tread: 60.7 in.
Standard Tires: P215/75R15 SBR wide WSW

TECHNICAL

Transmission: Four-speed overdrive automatic
Gear ratios: (1st) 2.74:1; (2nd) 1.57: 1; (3rd) 1.00:1; (4th) 0.67:1; (Rev) 2.07:1
Standard final drive ratio: 3.42:1 except with diesel 2.93:1
Steering: recirculating ball; power assist
Front suspension: coil springs and link stabilizer bar
Rear suspension: four-link, coil springs, elect. level control available on DeVille
Brakes: front disc, rear drum
Fuel tank: 24.5 gal. except with diesel, 26 gal.

DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS

5.7-liter diesel V-8 engine (NC) N/A limousine or Cimarron.
California emission equipment ($75) except diesel ($215)
Engine block heater: limousine ($27) Cimarron ($18)
Heavy-duty battery: Cimarron ($25)
100-amp alternator ($50) except Cimarron.
H.D. radiator: Cimarron ($40)
Three-speed automatic trans.: Cimarron ($320)
Electronic level control: DeVille/Brougham ($203)
Heavy-duty ride pkg.: DeVille/Brougham ($319)
FE2 touring suspension: Eldorado/Seville ($115)

OPTION PACKAGES

Seville Elegante ($3879)
Brougham d'Elegance: cloth seating ($1250) leather ($1800)
DeVille d'Elegance ($1150)
Cabriolet roof: DeVille/Eldorado coupe ($415)
Full cabriolet roof: Eldorado/Seville ($995)
Eldorado Biarritz ($3395)
Eldorado Touring Coupe ($1975)

CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS

Astroroof ($1225)
Electronic cruise control ($185)
Controlled-cycle wiper system: ($60)
Rear defogger with heated outside mirrors ($160-$210)
Automatic door locks ($157)
Remote-locking fuel filler door ($59)
Garage door opener ($140)
Illuminated entry system ($76)
Dual comfort front seats: ($225)
Memory driver's seat ($185)
Six-way power passenger seat: ($210)
Power driver's seat recliner ($155)
Power passenger seat recliner: ($155)
Power passenger seat recliner with six-way power seat: ($365)
Leather-trimmed steering wheel ($99)
Tilt/telescope steering wheel ($179)
Power trunk lid release and pull-down: ($120)
Theft deterrent system ($185)
Twilight Sentinel ($79)
Guidematic headlamp control ($93)
Opera lamps: ($88)
Trumpet horn ($38)
Electric remote-control outside mirrors ($99)
Twin lighted vanity mirrors ($140)
Electronic-tuning seek/scan AM/FM stereo radio with 8-track or cassette tape player ($299)
Electronic-tuning seek/scan AM/FM stereo radio with cassette and CB ($577)
Extended-range rear speakers ($25) with standard radio
Triband antenna ($50)
Full padded vinyl roof: sedan ($280)
Two-tone paint: ($345)
Two-tone Firemist paint, ($465)
Firemist paint ($235)
Accent striping: ($77)
Door edge guards ($19-$29)
License frames, each ($14)
Leather seating area ($515-$680)
Carpeted rubber floor mats: front ($43-$45) rear ($25)
Trunk mat ($21)
Locking wire wheels: $860)
Turbine vaned wheel covers: ($77)
Locking wire wheel covers ($310-$389)
Puncture-sealing tires ($135-$180)

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