The 1960 Cadillacs exhibited a smoother, more subtle rendition of the styling theme introduced one year earlier. General changes included
Series 6200 base models had
Four-window (4W) and six-window (6W) sedans were offered again. The former featured a one-piece wraparound backlight (rear window) and flat-top roof, while the latter had a sloping rear window and roofline. Standard equipment on 6200 models included
Added extras on convertibles included power windows and Two-Way power seats. Technical highlights were comprised of
Interiors were done in
Convertibles were upholstered in Florentine leather single or two-tone combinations or monochromatic Cardiff
leather combinations.
Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1959 with the first pair of symbols changed to "60" to indicate 1960 model year. |
The applicable codes were stamped in the same locations on cars. |
Model Number | Style Number | Body Type | Seating | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
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60-62K | 6229K | 4-door, 6-Window Sedan![]() | 6 | 5080 | 4805 | 26,824 |
60-62K | 6229K | Export, 6-Window Sedan![]() | 6 | 5080 | 4805 | 36 |
60-62A | 6239A | 4-door, 4-Window Sedan![]() | 6 | 5080 | 4775 | 9,984 |
60-62G | 6237G | 2-door Hardtop Coupe![]() | 6 | 4892 | 4670 | 19,978 |
60-62F | 6267F | Convertible![]() | 6 | 5455 | 4850 | 14,000 |
60-62( ) | 62 | Chassis only | - | - | - | 2 |
NOTE:
Type | V-8 Overhead valves. |
Block | Cast iron block |
Displacement | 390 cubic inches |
Bore and stroke | 4.00 x 3.875 inches |
Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
Brake horsepower | 325 at 4800 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings |
Valve Lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters |
Carburetors | Carter two-barrel Model 2814S |
The 345 horsepower Eldorado V-8 with three two-barrel carburetors was $134.40 extra installed in any other Cadillac model. |
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Air conditioning on Series 62 | $474 |
Air suspension | $215 |
Autronic Eye | $46 |
Cruise Control | $97 |
Door guards on two-door | $4 |
Door guards on four-door | $7 |
Electric door locks on two-door | $46 |
Electric door locks on four-door | $70 |
E-Z-Eye glass | $52 |
Fog lamps | $43 |
Automatic heating system on Series 62 | $129 |
License plate frame | $6 |
Six-Way power seat | $85-113 depending on style number |
Power window regulators | $118 |
Power vent windows | $73 |
Radio with rear speaker | $165 |
Radio with rear speaker and remote control | $247 |
Remote control trunk lock | $59 |
White sidewall tires, size 8.20 x 15 four-ply | $57 exchange |
White sidewall tires size 8.20 x 15 six-ply | $64 |
Anti-freeze -20° F. | $8 |
Anti-freeze -40° F. | $9 |
Accessory Group "A" included whitewalls, heater, radio and E-Z-Eye glass for $402 extra and air suspension, cruise control and Eldorado engine at regular prices | |
Accessory Group "B" included air conditioner | |
Whitewalls, heater, radio and E-Z-Eye glass at $876 extra and Six-Way power seat, power vent windows and power windows at regular prices | |
Gas and oil delivery charge was $7 and district warehousing and handling charges averaged $15 |
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