1972 Cadillac DeVille Coupe review from Costa Rica
"Love the car, have another '72 Sedan de Ville in Canada with 56,000 miles, fun cars!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the steering unit.
New valves due to propane conversion.
A/C rebuilt in Costa Rica - need it there!!
Recovered front seat in original fabric.
General comments?
Car is almost 100% original except for some paint and upholstery. Oldest registered Cadillac in Costa Rica, had it shipped there in 1999. Rides terrific on those 'trails' with lots of power to pass!! Car is still in excellent condition even though it has been through rivers and sometimes has up to 11 'hitchhikers' in it!
Gas is low octane in Costa Rica and the propane is low grade cooking gas, but driving this car there is like 'living in a music video'!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1972 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 472 cu in Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 116000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 170000 miles |
| Previous car | Chrysler Concorde |
| Date of Entry | 24th April, 2001 |