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The trim on the Fleetwood long-wheelbase models was distinctive from other lines. A horizontal rub molding ran from the front parking light housings to the trailing edge of the front door and stopped. A full-length vertical air-slot style fenderbreak molding was placed directly behind the rear gap of the back doors. The two moldings did not meet at right angles. Other styling alterations, such as grille design changes, conformed to the new 1955 themes. A Fleetwood scripts appeared on the deck lid. The high headroom appearance was seen again. Both models continued to feature auxiliary seats for extra passenger carrying capacity and the Imperial sedan-limousine had an hydraulically operated glass driver's partition.

SERIES 75 FLEETWOOD STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatPriceWeightProduction Total
55-757523X4-doorSedan7$61872282 kg1,075
55-757533X4-doorImperial Sedan8$64022324 kg841
55-868680S Commercial chassis   1,975

NOTE: The commercial chassis featured a 4012mm wheelbase and was provided to makers of professional cars for construction of funeral cars and ambulances, etc.

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 75 FLEETWOOD ENGINE

FeatureStandard EngineOptional Engine
TypeV-8: Overhead valvesV-8: Overhead valves
BlockCast iron blockCast iron block
Displacement5.425 Liters 5.425 Liters
Bore and stroke96.8mm x 92.1mm96.8mm x 92.1mm
Compression ratio9.0:19.1:1
Brake horsepower250 hp @ 4600 rpm270 hp @ 4600 rpm
Power186 kW @ 4600 rpm201 kW @ 4600 rpm
Main bearingsFiveFive
Valve liftersHydraulicHydraulic
Carburetors Carter 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.
Two (2) Rochester 4GC four-barrels
front: Model 7007240
rear, without air conditioning: Model 7007240
rear, with air conditioning: Model 7007241

The Eldorado engine was optional in Series 75 Fleetwood models at extra cost.

CHASSIS

FeatureSeries 75 Fleetwood
Wheelbase3805mm
Overall Length5494mm
Front Tread1524mm
Rear Tread1603mm
Tires8.20 x 15 six-ply
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 

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