This 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham D'Elegance was Built By People Who Still Liked Cadillacs

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This car is all me. It's not that I don't like the direction Cadillac took, and it's not that I don't appreciate how good modern Cadillacs are - particularly the V models - but they really are built by people who don't like Cadillacs very much.
This car was. Wire wheel covers, vinyl top, pencil thin steering wheel, anemic V8, luxo-barge suspension on a full frame, over-assisted steering and brakes, and a boulevard ride that could soothe even the angriest toddler. Inside there are yards of dead cow with pillow upholstery, expanses of faux wood paneling, chrome, and plush carpet a mile deep. Even the radio knobs are fake wood. It's got more in common with a Belgian Bordello than a vehicle interior, and - damn it - that's the way it should be.
This was one of the cars of my youth - growing up in a well-to-do retirement town, the local Cadillac dealer looked like Versailles, and behemoths like these roamed the well manicured streets, pampering occupants in rich comfort. Even as kids, we learned to love and appreciate how good and comfortable these cars were.
So it's a treat to have one this nice in stock. I've been finding any excuse to drive it, and am enjoying every slow comfortable cruise down memeroy lane. What a great machine.
1983 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham D'Elegance. Full review and test drive by Bill, along with a history of the name. Vehicle is for sale at Autohaus of Naples - www.AutohausNaples.com, or call us at (239) 263-8500.

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@Prad2007 3 года назад

I think that is one of the most beautiful cars ever made.

@georgeloizou2484 3 года назад

me too

@1940limited 3 года назад

Until the 4100 blows up.

@isaacsrandomvideos667 3 года назад

Ugly, but beautiful. I don’t get the thing about these cars. Weird thing about them.

@edwinishaan1882 2 года назад

I guess it is kinda randomly asking but do anybody know a good site to stream newly released series online ?

@jonterrence3114 2 года назад

@Edwin Ishaan Flixportal :P

@aramos811 3 года назад

When I think of a Cadillac this is what I imagine. This is the real deal not the crap they put out now...

@captainamericaamerica8090 3 года назад

THESE WERE JUNK TOO. CADDY STOPPED MAKING GREAT CARS MANY YEARS MANY YEARS AGO. THEY PUT MORE EFFORT IN MAKING UP THESE FANCY NAMED FOR THESE NEVER ENDING PROBLEMS CADDYS! 😣😤😤😥😥😥

@styldsteel1 3 года назад

GM and all the rest have no choice. They have to be government compliant.

@giggiddy 3 года назад

@@captainamericaamerica8090 Junk yes. But these were the most elegant and luxurious junk of the time. Equal to or exceeds luxury of today. If these cars had the drive trains of today, they would be unstoppable. Cheers

@747-pilot 3 года назад

EXACTLY!! Could not have said it better, myself!

@DavidPysnik 3 года назад

@@captainamericaamerica8090 These were by no means junk, with the notable exception of the engine, unfortunately. The car is solid besides. I had one of these when I was a teenager and got hit by someone. On my car, the bumper guard for the license plate got knocked off and my headlight cracked. The front of the other guy's car was decimated and his car got totaled. I drove home and his car left on a flatbed for the junkyard. I owned the car for many years and had very few problems. Granted, I was lucky since the engine was rebuilt when I got it so I didn't suffer the classic HT 4100 issues, with the exception of its lack of power. This engine wasn't meant for these full-sized cars, though, as it was designed for the much smaller and lighter front wheel drive models that got delayed until 1985.

@midas617 3 года назад

I love how Bill gives us a brief history of the cars he's reviewing.

@PhillyDomSideDude 2 года назад

Billy knows his stuff

@marksweeney7327 Год назад

Dont forget he is also a music critic. "Brian Adams a pain in the ass".

@joe6096 3 года назад

Coupes have fallen out of favor but seriously, this car has more rear leg room and easier entry and exit than 90% of the sedans made today. You make it big enough and a coupe can be fine for a family.

@georgewilson1184 2 года назад

I’m a Coupe man myself they are prestige they make a statement they are cozy You would not pickup your date in a sedan only a Coupe or Convertible It would be cool if Bill came with this car as a Driver & Tour guide while I would be busy in the back seat

@taemitchell7419 Год назад

@@georgewilson1184 I recently bought a 79 sedan as I love the 70 sedans compared to 80s coupe devilles eldorado is perfect tho not to big not to small

@elderherrera2238 Месяц назад

This Caddy is one glorious example of your fanfare. Mine too ..

@samberlyrocks 3 года назад

Had a girlfriend way back in the 80’s who’s dad had one. I can honestly say, the back seat is quite adequate.

@kaohsiung99 3 года назад

Yeah. We owned a gold '83 model.

@musiclover5023 3 года назад

Yes those rear pillow seats so big and comfy hmmmmmm

@samberlyrocks 3 года назад

So were her, um, eyes!!

@ephraimfink9010 3 года назад

Ahahahahahahahahahahahaha

@lorenzomoore6398 2 года назад

😅😅😅😅😅

@JasonFlorida 3 года назад

"God, did I need this!" -Bill and I both!

@billace90 3 года назад

That’s sheer, undisputed elegance right there. A great example of fine, mid century American car craftsmanship Wish I could go back to those days. Thanks a lot, Bill!

@jacktorse2145 3 года назад

You must not be too familiar with the HT4100 motor that is in this car. Your comment would apply if this was a 77-79 7.0L or perhaps even an 80-81 with the 6.0L.

@242HP 3 года назад

Wouldn't "mid century" be in the 1950s?

@mexicanspec 3 года назад

@@jacktorse2145 You are right. This is the wrong year for this car. Cadillac knew this engine was junk and that was evidence by the fact that the commercial chassis they built had the 350 instead of the 4.1L. They knew the commercial chassis cars had to keep running.

@jasperdilincoln2341 3 года назад

Cadillac what happened to you over the years? You used to build such classy cars like this.

@michaeld7409 3 года назад

I had the pleasure to drive an 85 sedan. I never sailed along the Autobahn more relaxed and peacefully. What a lovely designed gentle giant. Cheers from Germany

@mesadr108 3 года назад

I was 5 years old when my mom and dad bought a brand new 1984 coupe deville same color my dad loved it so much that even when my mom bought her 88 seville he keep the coupe and drove it for many years while my mom traded every couple years. Thanks for bringing back great memories. Now I have a 82 Seville elegante with 60,000 miles and ever time I drive it it reminds me of running around the Cadillac dealer as a kid checking out all the new caddies. God those poor salesmen. Nothing like the smell of a new Cadillac. Although my 08 Escalade ext and my wife's 13 cts4 don't have that same smell. Guess it was the leather they used to use. Having a shitty day that video really helped, thanks Bill.

@irishuwould5185 3 года назад

My neighbor across the street had two of these when I was a kid, one brown and the other tan. Both 4 doors. Their last name was Brown, kind of ironic. They were a nice old couple..I miss the 80s.

@user-zy3nv1jy1m 3 года назад

Not ironic

@stillsearching1284 3 года назад

They must have been rich. These were expensive cars back when they were new.

@frankmikolay5815 3 года назад

Nothing can beat the ride of those full frame cars! So smooth!

@harbourwoodlandvisitor2445 3 года назад

Sometimes when I'm feel a little low, as a pick me up. I sometimes watch bills videos. He has a unique style of video presention. They don't make people like bill so much anymore. Mainly today's people are being turned out to be more glamour experienced with an hollow insides, P.c. rich type of personalities and little more. Bills personality is full of flavour rich which is a big plus plus for me.

@egold2071 3 года назад

Wow! This car is longer than one of Bill's rants about Dalton the Detailer!

@billace90 3 года назад

I think Dalton was fired...let’s hope not.

@archivariusfornowandnever 3 года назад

13:54 'You've got a back seat, suitable for your Canadians. If you put a guy and and a girl back there, they're probably gonna breed...' Hilarious!

@eriks9417 3 года назад

One of my favorite Cadillac bodystyles ever! Beautiful machine!

@recl971 3 года назад

These cars make everything right again ,especially considering how ridiculous our world is these days Fabulous review as always Bill

@doug9066 3 года назад

I just started video & what a beautiful Cadillac. I've always loved the wire wheel covers in the 80's. Forget the modern Cadillac's, a car like this would suit me fine. What I like about these cars the Cadillac logo is all over these cars inside & out. The best cars Cadillac had in design. This would make me happy too which I know what he means. 🙂👍

@gary1705 3 года назад

Thanks for the excellent presentation bill on this beautiful gorgeous piece of American history and in my favourite colour scheme 👍😍

@rick0e295 Год назад

Always enjoy your posts. Once bought 81 Fleetwood Broughams Coupe from individual. Paid substantial deposit only to be put off in completing the deal multiple times. Turns out the seller's mother in law owned the car and refused to sell! Fortunately, I got deposit back without going to court. Really wanted that car. As I've said in other posts, subsequently had 89 Brougham deElegance. 🏆

@kevinbuja4373 3 года назад

I think GM’s designs in the 80’s were the best. I had an 81 Buick Regal Limited; loved it. The Monte Carlo, Gran Prix, I think the 80’s Buick Riviera was the prettiest ever.

@frankburns8871 3 года назад

Oh holy hell, you always crack me up. Thanks, man, I don't laugh nearly enough these days, but you help out with that, much to your chagrin, no doubt.

@jackriggs1805 3 года назад

This guy does crack me up too. Not only his humor but .....informative at the same time.

@ericclark8500 3 года назад

I love this guy's narration - he's so funny! I've had six of these Cadillacs - they are AMAZING to drive! Great channel!

@frankburns8871 3 года назад

Okay, I have to add: a better description of Bryan Adams than "a pain in the ass" I have never heard. Pure gold, never stop.

@Bmcgro 3 года назад

Frank Burns , I don’t get the Bryan Adams comment, he is an awesome guy and great musician.

@frankburns8871 3 года назад

@@Bmcgro I'm sure he's a great guy, and he had massive success, so he's no doubt talented. "Pain in the ass" just seems to fit for his music, somehow, for me. I kinda like some of it, a little bit, but hate it at the same time. Hard to explain. Thus, it's a pain in the ass.

@chrisallen7911 2 года назад

Magnificent. One of my dream cars.

@wjtate 3 года назад

Beautiful car bill! One of the best I've ever seen! And a coupe nonetheless! Rare exceptional vehicle. Nice find.

@patricke170 Год назад

I remember the car well. My mom had this car when I was a kid. I agree with you one of the most awesome cars ever

@scottdavis_34 3 года назад

Oh Bill this Caddy is a gem! This one really was loved and cared for. Thanks for the review!!

@Nunofurdambiznez 3 года назад

"the jacking instructions.. well, we won't get in to that " LOL!!!!!!! love it!

@matthewadams4207 3 года назад

"She was a real twat" Haha, Bill I love you

@jmj18462 3 года назад

Once again, a great video Bill! What a beauty this is! I love listening to your narratives, which include your rapier wit and amazing knowledge of the automobiles and motor cars you feature! Keep these videos coming and thanks so much for sharing! :)

@243wayne1 3 года назад

Loved EVERY minute of this video and history! Thanks so much Bill!

@timh1907 3 года назад

Thanks for the video Bill. Love watching these while I drink my morning coffee. What a beautiful old barge that is.

@mikevigilanti4596 2 года назад

This guy, Bill, is alright. I love these Cadillacs also and miss them. They're the only way to travel!

@allenmacomber4411 3 года назад

Bill, I love the cars you showcase and I love you showcasing them. Your sense of humor is great and keeps me watching this channel 👍

@ItzTrevorBro69 3 года назад

I really like this guy! I feel we’d all benefit from having more of his kind around today

@alistairjones-owen450 2 года назад

I love these videos, you have taught me so much about the American car industry and these fantastic cars from the 60's upwards, we dont get anything as informative as your videos, absolutely love them.

@topcturvee1 3 года назад

Love all your videos bill!!!!! I had one of these one of the best cars I ever owned

@socarboy 3 года назад

Really enjoyed this one I was 24 when that car was new and wouldn't have given it a 2nd glance then now that I'm 61 I would love to have it

@thomasrhinehart6084 3 года назад

The Billy Joel reference was the cherry on top

@lousoa8745 3 года назад

Had an 81 coupe V6 triple burgundy trues n vogues what a beautiful car a lot of great memories. Thanks for bringing back great times cruising down the shore

@Roddy_Zeh 3 года назад

I want this so bad, 2-doors carry that extra elegance. 😍

@dionegz40 3 года назад

Great show Bill. Thanks for this lovely post. I grew up being driven around in one of these! Yes they were built by people who loved building them. I miss those great days! For me the early 80s

@williammarik6159 3 года назад

I had an uncle who only drove caddies. He would own them for 2/3 yrs. and then traded in on the newest model. The only one that did not make the grade,was the Seville '4/6/8' motor. Traded that after 6 mos. Lol. Itwas really a good looking car though.

@donaldclary846 3 года назад

I had a 1990 Sedan in 1995.. Upgraded rocker panels and padded rear quarter windows. Same color as this one. I LOVED that car.

@jamesparker6017 3 года назад

Hello again from Melbourne Beach 🌴. Parents had one. Made my day. Bueno ! Hehe

@rickyrandyrich 3 года назад

Great review Bill, we love this kind of stuff.....keep 'em coming.

@ffffrajo 3 года назад

It's so nice to get a lot of information, love your vids.

@59cadfins 3 года назад

Enjoyed watching. Thanks for posting.

@cmountain6 3 года назад

What a lovely car, thanks for the tour.

@wladimirnordemann5236 3 года назад

He chose well. Cadillac is a place south of Bordeaux in France and there is even a ‘Château de Cadillac’ lol

@johnpezzullo9644 3 года назад

Absolutely GORGEOUS REAL Cadillac. !!!! Thank You Bill....

@eeezzztolv Год назад

My first new car. 82 Fleetwood Brougham. Slate Grey with blue velour, it looked like a big piece of soft candy. Very pretty car. HT4100 Engine, terrible. I would change the oil every 1500 miles because I knew coolant would seep into the engine, and when Cadillac did the callback for those engines all they did was put sealer in the radiator. Worked great, yeah right. Definitely lot of room in the car. My girlfriend at the time would lay across the front seat facing me with her head on my shoulder while I was driving. How cute. Quick story only because it's a long time ago and we're talkin about an older car. We would go to this elderly woman's house just to visit her because she basically had no one, and I remember her seeing us at the door and with such excitement she'd say, look at the young faces! Now all these years later I find myself thinking that. Time waits for no-one boys and girls!! The Bible says you're life is like a vapor, it appears for a short while then vanishes away

@terencefield3204 3 года назад

Genius! I LOVE it. What a breath of fresh air! I am getting mine!!!

@kaleta036 Год назад

I love the commentary and history!

@brandoncaldwell95 3 года назад

I miss my mothers 4 door gold cadillac with tan leather. Orginally a diesel she convered to a 350 in the driveway as she got tired of blowing the headgaskets. Your commentary is classic. Didn't realize how closly related i ramble till now 😅

@xanderunderwoods3363 4 месяца назад

One of the most beautiful vehicles ever made. Masterpiece!

@mjb430 3 года назад

Beautiful car and very well done video - My first car was the 1983 Coupe De Ville with the dreaded diesel engine... It was the same Claret Red (same color as the one in the video with the same interior except no leather), a white rag top, a hood 6 1/2 miles long and got 25-30 miles to the gallon. When she was actually running she rode like a dream. I took my driver’s test in her - never forgot the instructor’s face when I parallel parked her in 2 moves on my first try. I’ve been around the world and driven many rental cars and trucks, even the new escalades, and never ever have I found anything that rode as smooth as these old caddies - you were gliding on air in them

@billybcgn25 2 года назад

Having just watched your older review of the 1990 Brougham D'Elegance 4-door, it's uncanny how almost identical the two cars' interiors are. The apex, the zenith of luxury in interiors. No, there weren't touch screens, MP4, Bluetooth, &c. But they weren't needed. Now if only Chrysler had been able to keep the Imperial line going and competing. Perhaps even more luxurious appointments would have evolved. Such beauty, such sculpture will not ever be replicated.

@zacharygerhart8504 2 года назад

6:15 Cadillac derives the brougham name from the “brougham” roof style. Same as how Landau also originated from a roof style. Broughams but definition are an open front (for the chauffeur) with an enclosed rear cabin for the rear passenger. Think open top 1930s limousines. Cadillac derived the name from their 1955 Motorama concept car that originally featured this roof configuration. Once the brougham went into production (without the roof) in 1958, the name stuck and was used as a top tier trim through the 1960s-1980s.

@edmondocerza4292 3 года назад

I absolutely love your videos, they are informative not only about the vehicle in question but also on other facts that from time to time you throw in. I also laugh a lot when you complaint about the weather and birds which I must confess I fail to understand why they bother you so much. Just wanted to say well done, continue with this authentic, humorous and factual programming. Cheers from an American in England

@rjanderson7394 2 года назад

Grew up in Chicagoland (IN), moved to FL for 34 years, my Dad had twelve Cadillacs all 4 doors, believe his '78, '80, '84 & 89 were all the "de elegance" versions though don't remember years "Brougham" was used differently. Been a car nut since '51 and remember my Dad's '47 Beige Chrysler Windsor like it was yesterday. First car, "68 Cougar "Dan Gurney Special", cost me total....$2828.00

@snartzzb983 Год назад

Great vid . Thanks

@frankb4199 3 года назад

Love these videos!!

@andretv2308 3 года назад

Love all the history that you shared about the car. I agree we need more name creativity with the cars.

@danielbennion80 3 года назад

It reminds me of the '76 Buick Electra. Probably a lot more economical. The 4100 is / was actually a pretty decent engine.

@danielbrete3453 3 года назад

The good old days seem even better now! Enjoy your videos

@graemeneale9311 Год назад

What a beautiful, elegant motor car, as a 14 year old boy I rode after one of these at our local strip mall, it was finished in Briarwood brown,.

@jfro5867 3 года назад

Love the cars you show but love your style/delivery just as much. 😂 Well done Bill 👌

@kennybranshaw7526 3 года назад

This guy is so cool! i've been watching his videos for almost a year and i still can't replace my L's with M's in speech. But i am practicing.

@eriks9417 Год назад

I'm old school like Bill! I want to be slow n floaty in my 80s Cadillacs and Lincolns!! Im 52 yrs old at this posting.

@BeingMe23 3 года назад

I was born in 1971 and enjoying taking a trip down Memory Lane. But I also appreciate the more modern cars too.

@jonboy9912 3 года назад

Thanks for taking me back to 1979 when I first visited the States and cars like this were all over the place. Great car that summarised the country then, but not now - unfortunately!

@musiclover5023 3 года назад

Jon boy same year I first went to the states was 1979 what a great year cars like this everywhere and I actually had use of a 1973 coupe de ville beautuful car.

@Optimistprime. 3 года назад

Gorgeous. It seems that you and I have very similar taste in the classic cars. Btw I'm from Toronto, Canada and thanks for all the shout outs! ;D

@PiranhaJaw22 3 года назад

i appreciate your radio station commentaries

@pgm1972 Год назад

Great review thanks. Didn't know they came as a 3 door. always saw them with 4 doors, beautiful car either way. True symbol of America !

@MisterMikeTexas 3 года назад

I used to know an older Black gentleman, a concierge for an investment firm, who would have loved this car. I actually tried to convince him a Grand Marquis has all the amenities you could want for less money than a Caddy. But he wouldn't be moved. He was a Cadillac man!

@gerryswift6888 3 года назад

You are a prize.You always make my day just a little bit better.

@aramos811 3 года назад

Beautiful freaking Cadillac. I love that model...These are the cream of America baby!

@1965howe 3 года назад

Bill I just got through watching your video clips of telling the great history of these Cadillacs my goodness love your sense of humor love your style enjoy your video clip... and I would love to own. My grandparents had the 1984 Fleetwood Cadillac champagne color sparkle like crazy all the bells and whistles wished I had my hands on it now.... Keep doing what you do best, I'm enjoying these video clips!!

@rory4484 3 года назад

Just absolutely georgeous!

@martinknoerr8037 3 года назад

Love all your video's. Thanks for posting all these beautiful cars. You are a hoot, and always make Me laugh. You're just so cool.

@ozahmed4523 3 года назад

So beautiful!

@shawardara 3 года назад

I love what you know about cars.

@platec4798 3 года назад

Thanks for all the great background information. I really agree with you, that these type of Cadillacs define what a Cadillac is. I refer to these Cadillacs as the Reaganesque Cadillacs. Plate [C] ©

@scottbridgeforth507 3 года назад

Visited This Car in Person in Naples BEYOND Beautiful Flawless style

@mdwhisenant 3 года назад

Awesome!!

@allenbiles7032 3 года назад

I owned two of these... a 1986 D'Elegance 4 door in Antelope Firemist, my favorite is the one you have here in Autumn Maple Firemist and my 1992 Brougham D'Elegance was Dark Carmine, 1986 was my favorite. I have always wanted a Fleetwood Brougham D'Elegance Coupe! Really a gorgeous car. And NOTHING drives and handles like a REAL Cadillac from this era! Awesome find, for sure !

@jeffshadow2407 3 года назад

I bought a 1983 Coupe deVille on eBay in 2002 from Washington state. The seller told me not to turn the engine off until I got home...1,280 miles! All it needed was a new battery! It had 45,550 miles. Bought it for $4,500.

@allisons3663 Год назад

Now THAT is a Cadillac. I would take a Caddy from those years over any of the boring Cadillacs today. The styling was right on which is probably why it lasted well over ten years.

@burningblue1254 3 года назад

As a Canadian, I approve of this message!

@jaycoxtable9280 3 года назад

Love your recitation on manufactured prestige. Informative and entertaining

@rnb250 3 года назад

Absolutely brilliant commentary!

@TheRigo123456 2 года назад

Great video my guy love 💕 this car’s

@dimtgco1428 3 года назад

I remember those. If you had one you were considered somebody. The best Cadilac model ever. My father had the bigger 4 door model, but I always wanted the coupe.