1997 Cadillac Seville SLS review from North America
"A great USED bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I find that it uses 1 quart of oil every 1000 miles.
The driver side power window switch quit working in the up direction and I replaced it for $70 parts.
The case half seal leaks oil. This would cost approximately $1800 to replace. I am debating fixing it or just adding the oil when necessary. The rack & pinion leaks fluid. This is a $1000 repair. Until I can afford it I put some rack & pinion stop leak in the power steering system.
The rear air levelers leak. The cost to have these replaced is $1200. I could probably do it myself, but I can't seem to find the parts anywhere, but the dealership.
The brake rotors warped. I replaced them for $120.
General comments?
Even though I have had a lot of issues with this car, I love it. I have wanted one for a long time and finally bought one. Its comfortable, quick, sporty and just very nice to look at. I love all of the extra gadgets. I have owned 5 Cadillacs and have only regretted buying one of them, a 1989 Coupe De Ville.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Northstar 4.6L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 69000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Crown Victoria |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2003 |