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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [maz28]
Written by: bolivar on Feb 18, 2011 6:58:32 PM
The STS is just a more expensive sedan that never sold well. Isn't it a rear wheel drive? The DTS is just the Deville under a 'new' name. The CTS, I'm not sure. Wife wants a Cadillac, and wants a big 'tank'. The CTS is smaller, would be fine for me, but she's not very interested. Our small town lost its Cadillac dealer. Two days ago was in larger nearby city, ... Read More
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [bolivar]
Written by: maz28 on Feb 16, 2011 7:19:32 PM
man ur seriously helpful as hell. no lie u seem like a beast i wish u were my neighbor haha. So how do u feel about the new models (DTS STS CTS) because i was considering a 2002 CTS, not a fan of the down size but i cant afford a DTS
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [maz28]
Written by: bolivar on Feb 16, 2011 6:23:23 PM
I'm good, but not that good. A Cadiallic could have a major problem tomorrow or 10 years from now. In general, except for the head gasket and oil consumption problems, a Northstar motor is bullet proof. You can try to 'blow out the carbon' for the oil consumption, or just ignore it. Oil is cheap, even if it uses a quart every 1000 miles. A head gasket failure on a 97 ... Read More
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [bolivar]
Written by: maz28 on Feb 16, 2011 4:06:28 PM
Thank you, one last question for you tho, how many miles do u think i could get out if that 97 with 63k miles that im looking at before it starts having major problems?
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [maz28]
Written by: bolivar on Feb 15, 2011 11:09:53 PM
From 95 thru 99 they are essentially about the same. There was some re-design done for 2000 on the Northstar motor. To make it run on regular gas, and different thread and longer headbolts to try to keep the head gaskets from failing so much. 2000 thru 2005 all about the same. In 2006 they changed the name from Deville to DTS and changed body style some, but underneath they are ... Read More
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [bolivar]
Written by: maz28 on Feb 15, 2011 10:03:40 PM
dam u just single handedly crapped on my dream of owning that Caddy, but no lie thank you because i would been pissed if i would've bought it and then things started going wrong, i don't have money just laying around for costly repairs. With that being said i don't know if i want to totally give up on owning a Caddy, i just cant get over them haha they're beautiful. ... Read More
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Re: 1997 Cadillac DeVille [maz28]
Written by: bolivar on Feb 15, 2011 4:44:40 PM
Do you have much money for repairs? This is a complicated car with complex electronics. Problem areas -Head gaskets leak which cause thousands to fix because heads have to be pulled and special threads put into alumium block. (2000 redesign of motor helped this problem a lot.) -1997 should have a recall on ABS brake pump. Check to see this has been done. -Solonid for 'overdrive' lockup fails, and it also ... Read More
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1997 Cadillac DeVille
Written by: maz28 on Feb 15, 2011 8:19:28 AM
hi, i have recently found a 1997 Cadillac DeVille with 63,000 miles for sale for $5,990. I know that this is a really open ended question but can anyone please tell me why i shouldnt buy this vehicle? or problems that may come up and when u think such problems will occur? It's a beautiful body style, it has low miles, and i would say its a great price. Please any ... Read More
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Re: 97 Deville service engine soon light on [stealerman]
Written by: vic8 on Apr 22, 2006 10:44:47 AM
Yes,I have the same PCM? on my 1997 Deville after running the system.I do not know what the question mark represents,I'm trying to find out,But I did repair my problem,which was an Oxygen sensor (trouble code P1139)which I did replace. If I was unable to access the on board computer and find the trouble code,that was causing the problem,I would of been at the mercy of my Cadillac dealer and you ... Read More
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Re: 97 Deville service engine soon light on [stealerman]
Written by: vic8 on Apr 20, 2006 8:33:25 PM
After holding down on the warmer and off buttons,the computer will open up and start running the various system circuits,it will stop on any trouble code that is currently present for a few seconds and then continue on,until it runs the whole system. The system will also stop on trouble codes that are history. Be sure to write down the current number code,so you will be able to look it up,and ... Read More
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Service Engine Soon Light is back on again
Written by: vic8 on Apr 11, 2006 7:13:39 PM
About 4 months ago my Service Engine Soon Light came on,on my 1997 Cadillac Deville.I found out how to access the on board computer and found the trouble code,which was causing the light to come on. The trouble code was P1139,which was the oxygen sensor located behind the catalytic converter.I purchased a new sensor and installed it. After the installation,I disconnected the positive lead to the battery and cleared the trouble ... Read More
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Re: Regarding the Hemi design [blkhemi]
Written by: bremertong on Sep 24, 2005 8:38:02 PM
Am finding your posts on Northstar vs Hemi helpful and informative. I currently own a 2004 Deville but have owned Chryslers in the past, most recently a 1997 LHS, with the V6, 214 HWP. I wouldn't mind owning a 300 C for a second car but at least for now Cadillac is number one with me. Am also considering a 1998 or 1999 Concours for a second car. I liked the ... Read More
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Re: Why does Consumer Report not like Cadillac Deville? [roflbo]
Written by: bremertong on Aug 10, 2005 9:42:38 PM
A bit difficult to answer your questions in absolute terms. I have owned two Devilles, a 98 and currently a 2004. I have been satisfied with both cars. My main reasons for buying were, power from the Northstar, appearance (my 98 in gold was a real beauty), local dealership in small town. Jaguar, Lexus, and Mercedes do not have dealerships in my community. The Consumer Reports poor rating on the car ... Read More
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SOME THOUGHTS ON MY 2004 DEVILLE
Written by: bremertong on Aug 1, 2004 1:59:30 AM
Traded a 98 De Ville with 39,000 miles for a 2004 De Ville with 15000 miles in July. Some observations: Car seems to loose a few mph after cruise is engaged and cruise light comes on. is this common in the current model De Ville? Some of the standard features in the 98 are not in the 2004 model, Examples include: cup holders in center arm rest, electronic trunk lock, and ... Read More
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Oil
Written by: bolivar on Mar 25, 2004 6:25:27 PM
Reference: 1997 Service Manual. Deville, Eldorado, Seville. Book 1 of 2. Section and Page Number, 0B-9. APPROXIMATE FLUID CAPACITIES Engine Oil With Filter 7.2L 7.5QTS (This is the full-blow Cadillac Service Manual, not the Owners Manual. Although the Owners Manual also says 7.5 quarts.) But, what's a Cadillac oil change monkey going to do with a half-quart of oil? PUT IT IN THE ENGINE! Are they going to charge you for ... Read More
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Impressions and Pics
Written by: lowscola on Mar 19, 2004 9:37:46 AM
I've had my DHS for a couple of weeks now and my impressions are stil pretty good. Before stating my opinions, a brief car history is in order to understand my perspective and see were I'm coming from. 1st car - 1990 Mazda MPV Black 4cyl - 17'' wheels 2nd car - 1997 Ford Taurus Wagon Silver 6cyl - 17''wheels 3rd car ( still have ) - 1993 Infiniti J30 Blue ... Read More
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Headlights Falling Out
Written by: bolivar on Feb 27, 2004 10:50:35 AM
I'm back in the Cadillac ownership business. A 1997 Deville d'Elegance (sp). It's in very good to excellant shape with 64,000 miles. Want to make the wifie happy. She wanted anything, just so it was in the White Diamond color. She's not been happy since I sold her 1995 Concours. Anyway. After buying the car (of course), I went to the Nat. Highway Transportation (NHTSB) site to check on recalls and ... Read More
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FAILED ALTERNATOR IN 1998 CADILLAC @ 16500 MILES
Written by: bremertong on Feb 24, 2002 11:44:44 PM
The alternator has been making strange sounds in my 1998 Cadillac Deville. Dealer says a bearing is worn out and the alternator needs to be replaced. Is the alternator a common problem in the Cadillacs of the late nineties? Has anyone else had similar experiences? I have only owned the car since June 2001, it had 10800 miles at purchase. The car went into service in December 1997. It seems a ... Read More
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Traction control problems
Written by: loden on Feb 24, 2002 10:52:34 AM
I have a 1997 Deville. The Traction Control light will come on occasionally with a whirring sound from under the front of the car. When I start moving from a complete stop. This only happens for a few second and the light goes out and the whirring stops. The Electronic Brake and Traction Control Module was replaced due to a recall in November 1997 at 5349 miles. The problem was not ... Read More
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Considering A Trade: 1997 Chrysler LHS for 1998 Cadillac Deville
Written by: bremertong on Jun 20, 2001 10:57:54 PM
I currently own a 1997 Chrysler LHS with 53,000 miles on it and in very good condition. I am looking for a car with a little more power and a little less road noise. I have not found the new LHS as comfortable in its' seating or visibility as the 97 LHS. I now have the opportunity to trade the 97 LHS for a 1998 Cadillac Deville with 11,000 miles on ... Read More
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Written by: mosaix on Jun 8, 2001 3:51:46 PM
Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a new car soon and have always wanted a luxury car. I've found a 1997 Deville Concours with 58K for $21,900. It is completely loaded including Onstar and the integrated hands-free cell phone with steering wheel controls, sunroof, cd changer, the works. It's beautiful too, pearl red with the chrome wheels. What do you guys think of the price? It's at a Cadillac dealer and ... Read More
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Written by: etharmon on May 5, 2001 8:03:59 PM
While out this evening I stopped by the Cadillac dealer to take a look at some of their used cars. Found a beautiful 1997 Deville Concours. The dealership was closed but someone left the car unlocked so I hopped inside. The color combination was great. It was pearl red with the beechwood interior and it had chrome wheels. It also had sunroof, cd changer, and the factory integrated cellular phone. The ... Read More
