The Calais Series replaced the Sixty-Two line for 1965, as one of numerous Cadillac changes. A broader, more unified grille and vertically mounted headlamps featured the styling improvements. The Cadillac tailfin was said to be gone, but symmetrical rear fender forms tapered to very thin edges, top and bottom, giving a very traditional visual impression. Curved side windows with frameless glass were new and convertibles had tempered glass backlights (i.e., rear windows). Last seen in 1956, the standard wheelbase pillared sedan made a return this year. Perimeter frame construction allowed repositioning of engines 152mm forward in the frame, thus lowering transmission humps and increasing interior room. Standard Calais equipment was comprised of the following:
Model No. | Style No. | Body Type | Seat | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
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65-682 | 68257-G |
![]() 2-door Hardtop Coupe | 6 | $5059 | 2016 kg | 12,515 |
65-682 | 68239-N |
![]() 4-door Hardtop Sedan | 6 | $5247 | 2045 kg | 13,975 |
65-682 | 68269-K |
![]() 4-door Sedan | 6 | $5247 | 2041 kg | 7,721 |
Type | V-8 Overhead valves |
Block | Cast iron block |
Displacement | 7 Liter |
Bore and stroke | 104.9mm x 101.6mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
Brake horsepower | 340 hp @ 4600 rpm |
Power | 255 kW @ 4600 rpm |
Bearings | Five main bearings |
Valve Lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters |
Carburetor | Carter AFB four-barrel, model 3903S |
Wheelbase | 3289mm |
Overall length | 5690mm |
Front tread | 1588mm |
Rear tread | 1588mm |
Automatic level control | standard where indicated in text |
A new engine mounting system and patented quiet exhaust were used | |
Tires | 8.00 x 15 |