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Cadillac's non-limousine style Fleetwood model carried the Sixty Special designation in script below the Cadillac crest on the sides of the front fenders. A Fleetwood name also appeared on the rear face of the deck lid. Solid chrome exhaust extension trim moldings were seen on the rear fenders.

I. D. NUMBERS

1956 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

1956 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

  • Serial numbers and engine numbers were the same again and were found in the same locations.
  • The first two symbols were "56" to designate 1956 model production.
  • The next two symbols indicated the series as follows:
    • "62" = Series 62
    • "60" = Fleetwood Sixty
    • "75" = Fleetwood 75
  • 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.

STYLE

Model NumberBody StyleDoorsModelSeatPriceWeightProduction Total
55-626019X4-doorSedan6$60192269 kg17,000

SERIES SIXTY SPECIAL FLEETWOOD ENGINE

FeatureStandard EngineOptional Engine
TypeV-8: Overhead valvesV-8: Overhead valves
BlockCast iron blockCast iron block
Displacement5.972 Liters5.972 Liters
Bore and stroke101.6mm x 92.1mm101.6mm x 92.1mm
Compression ratio9.75:19.75:1
Horsepower rating285 hp @ 4600 rpm305 hp @ 4700 rpm
Power rating213 kW @ 4600 rpm227 kW @ 4700 rpm
Main bearingsFiveFive
Valve liftersHydraulicHydraulic
CarburetorCarter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2370STwo (2) Carter WCFB four-barrel, Model 2371S

CHASSIS

FeatureSeries 60 Fleetwood
Wheelbase3378mm
Overall Length5738mm
Front Tread1524mm
Rear Tread1603mm
Tires8.00 x 15
ExhaustDual exhaust

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioning.
White sidewall tires.
E-Z-Eye safety glass.
Autronic eye automatic headlamp dimmer.
Signal-seeking radio with preselector and antenna.
Heating and ventilation system.
Power window lifts (std).
Gold finish grille.
Two-way posture power seat ($81).