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That would also include the Cimmaron (sp?) which was a freaking Cavalier! The "Caddy that Zigs" campaign, V8-6-4, diesel, the hump back Seville, and others were mis-steps along the way too. The division does very well now, although none of their cars does anything for me. The new Deville, however, is nice from the back, nice interior, but with kind of a sad face in front. At least it looks like that to me! From the back it reminds me of a Bentley.

http://www.cadillac.com/cadillacjsp/models/gallery.jsp?model=deville
 
The Cimmaron definitely takes the cake for the second-worst Cadillac in my opinion. An already unattractive car (the 80's Cavalier) made even uglier! These weren't very reliable either, were they?

The "Bustleback" Seville was another ugly Cadillac; I always thought the back looked like someone had rear-ended it. Never could figure out the point of that design...

Now the biggest FLOP to ever roll off the line was the CATERA of the late-90's. After I read the CR report when they tested it and saw the pictures, I thought it had the worst fit and finish I have ever seen. The ultimate "El Cheapo" look on both the exterior and interior...I can't really describe it but it just looked BAD. OY.
 
I noticed they don`t show the Eldorado on the web page. I guess two door Coupe`s and Sedans are a thing of the past. I loved the Eldos!
 
my 1977 Cadillac

Was a champ!The styling was clean,and the lines were crisp. The coupes were pretty cars. The tail treatment was a one year only style. I really liked these. Used this one as a driver for many years and miles. Sold it in 1998 for $2700.00 at 197,000 miles.
It was one of the best cars I ever owned. I had bought a 1993 Cadillac to replace this one. The days of free cars to drive were over after leaving the dealership.

The only major problem I ever had was a transmition reseal at 145,000 miles. My leather interior did not deteriorate,however it was not baked in the sun for years either.
The 1985 to 1987 Cadillacs were puke,however the 1988 and up were fine cars. Still see them running around everywhere.
 
GM screw-ups

"V8-6-4, diesel, the hump back Seville"

V8-6-4

was a good idea, but as usual was badly executed by GM. Same for Diesel

Peugeot, Mercedes, and VW had had successful diesel cars for years, but leave it to GM to screw it up.

And the "humpback" Sevilles were OK cars mechanically, but it's the kind of styling that's a "love it or hate it" type thing. Onen of thoe things that looked good on the classic Rolls they were trying to imitate, but not necessarily on a modern car.

Age is a great equalizer, even though we all know the Cimmaron is just a Cavalier, after they are both 10 years old, they're worth the same, so might as well go for the Cimmarron and get all the Cadillac "extras" that weren't available on a Cavalier.

As for Eldorados, the '78 downsized ones were the last decent ones until this last generation. Where'd that market go? Doesn't anyone like Eldorado/Continental Mark series cars anymore?
 
Very nice DR

Looks like a 69/70 SDV. Very straight and good for him! Interesting treatment, although I don't like "wagon wheel rims" if you know what I mean! Aside from that it is one crisp car.

Goes to show you that in the right hands, even a boxy design can be really nice. Love the 60s/70s!
 
Yes that's what I like

I agree Kevin, those wheels would hafta go. The rear wheel skirts I've always loved.
Just today on my thrift store circuit I happened upon a 1968ish Lincoln Town Car with for sale sign in rear window only so so appearance and a bit tatty inside, waited a bit for the owners to come out but gave up, just wanted to find what they were asking without making a phone call.
 
My 1976 Eldorado

Most aftermarket stuff is not for me. If you get the right model and color,you don't really need that junk. It usually just makes the car look worse.
I kept this car for 19 years,even though it was the worst car I ever owned. It was just too much fun!
 
Gorgeous Cad Rick! I`ve always had a soft spot for white interior`s. I love old houses too, and would give a hundred bucks to see inside the one your parked in front of!
 
I can get you in that house a lot cheaper than $100.00 Don...LOL!! That is The Brookside Mansion. It was built in the late 19th century. Is has been used as the library for The University of St. Francis since the 1940's. They do allow tours for free,however they will accept a donation. Except for the addition of shelves with books in some of the rooms,the home is original.The home has many of the original pieces of furniture! It features a grand formal dining room with the original tables and chairs,a ball room on the third floor with a hand painted scenery on the ceilings.Rare imported hand carved woods in every room,hand painted bathroom sinks,and an original mainspring powered security system in the master bedroom.
I used this historic home as a backdrop for the photos I took of the Eldorado for the ebay auction. It made for an attractive ad,and I sold the car for $14,800.00,so I guess my "marketing strategy" worked out ok! (:
 
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