1970 Cadillac DeVille Convertible review from North America
"This car is like a good friend"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I've rebuilt the GM turbo 400 transmission twice since I've owned the car. about every 120 thousand miles.
The convertible top and the leather seats only last about 75K between replacement.
The motor is a real trooper, it went 220,000 before I finally rebuilt it, but it was still running strong, it just made lots of smoke.
Exhaust systems last 100,000 on average.
General comments?
This is a great car. One of GM's not so stellar visual designs, but mechanically it has a heart if iron. It will NEVER leave you stranded if you treat it right. Change your oil and drive around the world as many times as you want.
I've replaced the body due to rust and accidents.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1970 |
| First year of ownership | 1980 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 472 c.i. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 125000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 235000 miles |
| Previous car | Cadillac DeVille |
| Date of Entry | 7th April, 2005 |