1998 Cadillac DeVille Base review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Battery replaced at 50k.
Auto headlamps have never worked well-they come on when its sunny and won't come on when it's a cloudy day!
Gas cap cover freezes in real cold weather.
Engine sometimes stalls, not very often.
In 2007 the steering knuckle and front wheel assembly were replaced at 82k-very expensive (over 2k)
General comments?
Overall, an excellent car for the money. I buy these types of cars when they are 1-2 yrs old so they have depreciated some.
This car has held up very well over the years, never has broken down and has only failed to start once-right after I tried to program the door locks. I reset it and it started right up. The paint finish still looks like new and the interior has only minor wear for a car that is used daily.
Excellent power.
Handling is fair, some roll around tight corners.
Very spacious and comfy ride (although not as good as my wife's 2003 Town Car)
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Northstar Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 27000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 83000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Regal |
| Date of Entry | 10th June, 2007 |