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The Sixty Special Fleetwood now had 12 vertical louvers at the rear lower side of the back fenders and continued with a Fleetwood script on the rear deck. The special "glamour" upholstery used in the 60S was similar to the metallic thread fabric with genuine leather trim combination used in the Series 62 Coupe DeVille. Standard equipment included:

  • directional signals
  • backup lights
  • oil bath air cleaner
  • automatic choke
  • full-pressure lubrication
  • 12-volt electrical system
  • knee-action front suspension
  • hypoid semi-floating rear axle
  • wheel discs
  • pushbutton automatic windshield washers.

I. D. NUMBERS

  • Serial numbers and engine numbers were the same again
  • They were found in the same locations as previous year.
  • The first two symbols were "55" to designate 1955 model production.
  • The next two symbols indicated the series as follows:
    • "62" = Series 62 and Eldorado
    • "60" = Series Special Fleetwood
    • "75" = Series 75 Fleetwood
  • The remaining digits represented the consecutive unit number and began at 00000 for each series.
  • All series had the same ending number, which would be misinterpreted if listed.

SERIES SIXTY SPECIAL FLEETWOOD STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatPriceWeightProduction Total
55-606019X4-doorSedan 6$47282066 kg18,300

SERIES SIXTY SPECIAL FLEETWOOD ENGINE

TypeV-8: Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement5.425 Liters
Bore and stroke96.8mm x 92.1mm
Compression ratio9.0:1
Brake horsepower250 hp @ 4600 rpm
Power186 kW @ 4600 rpm
BearingsFive main bearings
Valve liftersHydraulic valve lifters
CarburetorsCarter WCFB four-barrel, Models 2355S, 2354S, 2185S, 2186S, 2266S, 2267S, and 2255 - also - Rochester 4GC four-barrel, (Less air conditioning) Model 7007970; (With air conditioning) Model 7007971.

CHASSIS

FeatureSeries 60 Fleetwood
Wheelbase3378mm
Overall Length5773mm
Front Tread1524mm
Rear Tread1603mm
Tires8.00 x 15
ExhaustsStandard dual exhausts
Standard Rear axle ratio3.36:1
Optional Rear axle ratio3.07:1

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

The 270 horsepower Eldorado engine was available as an optional "Power Package" in other models for $161 extra.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Radio and antenna$132
Heating and ventilation system$129
Power brakes$48
Four-way adjustable power seat$70
Vertically adjustable power seat$54
Power windows$108
Air conditioning$620
White sidewall tires 
E-Z-Eye safety glass 
Autronic Eye automatic headlamp dimmer 
Other standard GM options and accessories available 

HISTORICAL NOTES

  • Total 1955 output of all models reached 140,777 units, a new record high for Cadillac Division.
  • Charles E. Arnold was chief engineer