Standard engine for DeVille and
Fleetwood Brougham was the "modulated displacement" 368 cu. in.
(6.0-liter) V8-6-4, with digital fuel injection. Optional: a 252
cu. in. (4.1-liter) V-6, provided by Buick. That V-6 had
Computer Command Control and a knock sensor to adjust spark
advance, as well as diagnostics. The Olds diesel V-8 was also
offered.
Externally, DeVilles and Fleetwoods carried a new
forward-peaked grille with heavy wide upper header bar (Cadillac
script again at the side) over an undivided tight crosshatch
pattern. Quad headlamps sat above quad amber parking/signal
lamps, with wraparound clear/amber cornering lights. Standard
wheel covers displayed a Cadillac crest on dark red background.
New standard Electronic Climate Control offered digital accuracy.
Standard equipment also included a six-way power passenger seat,
power windows, and low-fuel warning. New pillow-style seating
came in rich Heather cloth (four colors); or leather in ribbed
seating areas (ten colors). Sedan DeVilles could have automatic
lap-shoulder belt for driver and front passenger. Other options:
a Heavy-Duty Ride package, wire wheel covers, and Elk Grain vinyl
roof.
Model Number | Style Number | Body Type | Seating | Factory
Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
6C | D47 | 2-door Coupe | 6 | $13,285 / 13,450 | 3801 / 4016
lb | 62,724 (total includes the 2-door Fleetwood Brougham) |
6C | D69 | 4-door Sedan | 6 | $13,682 / 13,847 | 3852 / 4067
lb | 86,991 (total included the 4-door Fleetwood Brougham) |
Figures before the slash are for V-6 engine, after slash for variable-displacement gas V8-6-4. A
diesel V-8 was also available. By late spring 1981, prices rose on all reached $23,000 for the diesel, Coupe
DeVille $14,345.