1994 Cadillac Fleetwood Reviews

Easily the best car I have ever owned or driven. And I have owned 56 cars...

This car had sat in a driveway for years, somewhat neglected. Sometimes started, but basically just baking in the sun and shivering in the snow year after year. Black with black leather. I bought it for $2750 from the original owners and did a complete fluid change and spark plugs. A new set of tires, and this car turned into a magnificent black stallion! Very responsive and powerful for such a big car. It is surprisingly nimble and 80mph on the freeway yields 25 MPG.

I have extensively compared this car's abilities with even Mercedes-Benz's flagship mid '1990's 560S classes. In my opinion it is evenly matched, and was about half the price new...

This car was magnificently engineered. The LT1 inspired engine feels like high performance because of the 'roller' valve train components. I did not think you could feel friction with an engine, but with almost complete lack of it, with this car, you can feel its absence.

Low torque starter motor for long life, and the chrome body panels are as heavy duty as some 1960's cars. The command center is very comfortable too.

Rear shocks worn (replaced all 4 with Bilsteins and lowering springs).

Fuel pump at 115k.

Power steering pump at 122k.

Whitewall tires are hard to find and expensive. (blackwalls are very cheap though)

This car is basically a Long Wheelbase Impala SS. And that's a good thing. The extra weight and taller tires really help the car soak up bumps and give it a great ride. The LT1 v8 is far superior to the Northstar in terms of reliability and power. The Northstar may have a higher horsepower rating, but the LT1 has a much better power curve and higher torque, which is better suited for a nearly 5000 lb car. Cruises comfortably at 70 all day.

Parking can be a challenge at nearly 20 ft long, but you can turn the wheel with your pinky finger. Even the stereo, for being a 17 year old car, is very good. Mind you, I am coming from a 2001 Volvo S80.

I can tell you, the only advantages the S80 had was a sunroof and keyless entry. I'm not the kind of person who needs a bunch of fancy gadgets in my car, I just want leather seats, effortless driving and a cushy ride. Very few modern cars can compare to these old Caddy's in those area's.

I bought this car with a broken gas gauge.

Seems to require a lot of general maintenance.

The seats sold me on my Fleetwood. I bought the car not 10 hours ago. I've always dreamed of owning a Cadillac like Elvis and Italian Mobsters did.

I looked first at a 2004 DeVille, which was very nice, but I was shocked to find that the '94 Fleetwood was FAR more smooth in ride quality, and you really can't beat its sheer, intimidating size and luxury.

I worked my way up the GM ladder of luxury, starting with Chevy, and today I proudly call myself a Cadillac man. This car doesn't take no crap from newer, smaller cars either. I mean it is extremely fast for weighing more than 2 tons! I'd like to see a stupid Honda do that.

I seriously cannot understand why people are into foreign cars, when the Cadillac Fleetwood is clearly king of the road.