Description
First off, a huge thanks and shoutout to the fine folks at Gator Motorsport in Indianapolis, Indiana, for allowing me to come out and film this absolutely stunning 1974 Cadillac Sedan DeVille!
Their location and contact information is below;
Gator Motorsport
3353 West 96th Street - Indianapolis, IN 46268
www.gatormotorsport.com | 855.428.6767
GPS Coordinates: 9.924638º N, -86.21957º W
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***Please understand that I DO NOT work for any dealerships and I cannot, nor will I attempt to answer questions regarding “how much”, “still available” or related. Please use the contact information provided to perform your own research! Thank you for your understanding!***
Experience classic American luxury with this in-depth tour and review of a 1974 Cadillac Sedan de Ville, finished in beautiful Victorian Amber Firemist with a black padded vinyl roof and black Sierra Grain leather upholstery.
Powered by Cadillac’s massive 472-cubic-inch (7.7L) V8 engine, producing 205 horsepower and 365 lb-ft of torque, this full-size luxury sedan represents an era of American motoring defined by generous proportions, chrome detailing, comfortable interiors, and effortless V8 performance.
Built during a period of changing emissions regulations, federal safety requirements, and rising concerns about fuel consumption, the 1974 Sedan de Ville offers a fascinating look at Cadillac’s approach to luxury during the 1970s.
In this detailed review, we’ll examine its distinctive exterior styling, original Cadillac interior appointments, engine compartment, instrument panel, vintage convenience features, and surviving factory identification labels.
Historical Highlights
The 1974 model year was a turning point for American luxury automobiles. Cadillac continued offering exceptionally large, powerful vehicles even as changing economic conditions and government regulations began reshaping the industry.
The Sedan de Ville was among Cadillac’s most recognizable offerings, with 60,419 examples produced for the 1974 model year.
This particular vehicle retains several intriguing period details, including black leather seating, factory identification placards, Cadillac’s electronic theft-deterrent controls, and Michelin X radial whitewall tires.
The vehicle also exhibits age-related deterioration of the rear body filler panels, a familiar issue among surviving Cadillacs of this era.
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Base Price: $8,100
Total Options: $2,112
Destination Charge: $145
Total Price When NEW: $10,357
*Price does NOT reflect current local offers, incentives, rebates or any other deal or sale. Please contact the appropriate dealership if applicable that's listed at the beginning of the video for more information.
Exterior Color: Victorian Amber Firemist/Black Vinyl Padded Top
Interior Color: Black Sierra Grain Leather
Motor: 427 CID 7.7L 4BBL Big Block V8
Transmission: 3-Speed Turbo Hydramatic Automatic
Optional Equipment Shown on Vehicle:
Firemist Paint - $132
Padded Vinyl Roof - $158
Leather Interior - $183
AM/FM Stereo w/8-Track Player - $388
Power Antenna - $36
Cruise Control - $98
GuideMatic Auto-Dimming Headlights - $51
Twilight Sentinel - $43
Remote Trunk Release - $64
Tilt and Telescope Steering Wheel - $101
Six-Way Power Seat - $114
Power Door Locks - $75
Left Outside Mirror with Thermometer - $26
Remote Control Right Side Mirror - $27
Automatic Level Control - $81
Automatic Climate Control - $535
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