1996 Cadillac Seville Consumer Reviews

Nice Car

Written by: Freddy L. on 12/09/2006

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

I have never had any problems with my Seville except for minor oil burn, about one quart every 1,500 - 2,000 miles. Other than that nothing. This car is extremely responsive and takes high speed turns very well for a 3800 vehicle. The Bose stereo system sounds nice but is not spectacularly loud. The low beam headlights do not have great range, but high beams are fantastically bright.

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Great Car

Written by: Arthur on 10/31/2006

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

I paid over $45,000 for this car brand new so I hoped that it would be worth it and it was. There are so many features it is amazing and they all work well. The Northstar engine still runs like it is new with 139,000 miles on it. I have been very fortunate and not had any problems with the oil burning.

Favorite Features

All the features and my personal favorite, the Northstar engine.

Suggested Improvements

This car cost $45,000+ brand new. I'm not sure I'd pay that much for another car again. Also, 7.5 quarts per oil change gets to be expensive.

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Rebuilding a 1996 Cadillac Seville SLS

Written by: GoldenRod on 07/26/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr SLS Sedan

Review

I bought this car used with 65k miles on it. 3k miles later the engine needs to be replaced at 69k miles at a cost of $3,000. I also had to fix two window motors $600, ignition switch $400, alternator $600, and fuel line split (covererd under recall). Things that broke that I refuse to fix: transmission currently at 100k for $4,000 and air conditioner for $1,500 plus another dead window motor for $300. The new motor has roughly 35k on it and burns oil. I will NEVER buy a Cadillac again, and I honestly question the entire GM line up for quality. This car has been nothing but a constant stream of dealer drop offs.

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When there are this many people complaining about the same things then the entire design of the car is to be questioned. Placing the Cadillac marquee on this pig and charging $50,000 for it is just plain robbery. I hope people read these comments and stay away from Cadillac.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Never Again!!

Written by: MoveOn on 05/01/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

I have always loved Cadillacs...until I bought one. This car has been an electrical nightmare! Bought a very clean low mileage Seville STS...I have the ABS, Traction Control, and Check Engine lights on. It needs oil every 1,000 miles, new struts,new bushings, a new oxygen sensor, ABS module...ehh I could go on but you get the idea. Oh and the car only has 58k miles. Toyota here I come!

Favorite Features

Power when it runs right, OK gas mileage.

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Great car

Written by: WENCES LOPEZ on 03/06/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

This car has everything that most of people look in a car. (style, name, great sound system,and performance.)

Favorite Features

Sun roof, sound system, and my favorite the 300 h.p. Northstar engine.

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Used 1996 Cadillac Seville STS

Written by: rob42240 on 02/09/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

I bought my 1996 Cadillac Seville STS in 2001 and it had approximately 37,000 miles on it. I also purchased an extended warranty for it for $1,800, which at the time I thought was a little expensive. It actually ended up paying for itself. All of the problems with this car were fairly minor, but they seemed to add up. A water pump went bad and was replaced. One of the power window motors had to be replaced. I had all of the hoses and belts changed out, new brakes put on and I replaced the blower motor for the air conditioning (I wouldn't do it again myself - take my word for it, you don't want to do it). Oh, the compressor for the air conditioner went out and was replaced under the insurance. I have 107,000 miles on the car and I haven't had any problem lately.

Favorite Features

I love the way it handles and the interior is very comfortable. I drive it back and forth to work every day. It gets about 18 or 19 miles per gallon, and that is stop and go driving. On the freeway with four adults it gets about 24 to 26 miles to the gallon. I'll tell you, I love this car.

Suggested Improvements

Oil consumption is a problem, I have to put in a couple of quarts between changes (every 3,000 miles). It may be because I have 107,000 miles on the car and I have no idea what the prior owner did or did not do, as far as maintenance is concerned.

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Good riding car, great performance

Written by: Carol on 01/20/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

I was dragged kicking and screaming to purchase a cadillac by my spouse. Our 1996 Cadillac Seville has been a wonderful car with few problems. The AC leaked and we had to replace the compressor while it was under warranty. Also, we recently had to replace the switch on the trunk closing mechanism and get new brake rotors. At 122,000 miles, that is an excellent record. I do have to add oil about every three times that I fill up with gas though. We purchased our Seville as a three year old car with 26,000 miles. It is an excellent car.

Favorite Features

Power on acceleration. The ability to merge into traffic and get out of the way when traffic is heavy.

Suggested Improvements

Oil usage is a small issue.

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Nice, Sporty Family Luxury Vehicle

Written by: Darlene on 01/01/2005

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

My 1996 Cadillac Seville is fast. It is a pleasure to drive. The front spoiler is low to the ground and when driving one has to take care in turning in to high curb driveways. This car had a recall for a fuel line problem which Cadillac promptly took care of in 2004. This is the only non-maintanence issue or repair that I experienced besides a starter I had to replace. The car is equipped with remote start, which I use often accounting for the extra ware on the starter (or so I was told). Otherwise this is the sharpest sedan I would ever care to drive. It is an unassumingly, beatiful car in pearl white. I love it.

Favorite Features

The car has sleek gorgeous, unpretensious body lines. It has a great security system, a nice power moon roof, an awesome Bose stereo system, 10 disc CD changer, and a programable garage door opener built in. The info center is owner friendly.

Suggested Improvements

The bucket seats are not as comfortable as those in the Chevrolet Tahoe, from which Cadillac should take a lesson, heated or not.

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1996 Cadillac Seville

Written by: Americanluxo-sport on 12/17/2004

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr STS Sedan

Review

My gold 1996 Seville STS has been regularly serviced at the dealership from day one in 1996. This Cadillac's transmission was replaced at 99,000 miles and the repair cost was almost $4,000. Make sure you get a transmission check before buying this car because repairs of any major mechanical flaw will cost you some serious money.

Favorite Features

The Northstar engine, Cadillac rainsensor wipers, terrific Bose stereo, nice luxury appointments, and interior build quality.

Suggested Improvements

For a car this long, the rear passengers should have more legroom. Cadillac should consider shortening the huge trunk by a few inches to increase the rear legroom. It has poor fuel economy, especially if you drive the V8 engine hard.

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Beautiful Car, But.........

Written by: Jim on 12/17/2004

Vehicle

1996 Cadillac Seville 4 Dr SLS Sedan

Review

I bought my 1996 Cadillac SeVille from its original owner with 76,000 miles. I've driven it during the winter in Arizona. I started getting a "service transmission" on the message center, so I serviced the transmission by having the fluid and filter changed. The message continued, so I brought the car into a service facility, the code told the tech that it was a turbine speed input sensor, the part is under $100 but it's the last part to come out of the transmission so we're looking at 15 hours of labor. I was told by three national transmission repair chains that it is a common problem and a "design flaw". I got the word today that it's a $3,050 job. Cadillac basically told me that I'm on my own. BE CAREFULL!

Favorite Features

Beautiful paint detail, great interior comfort, very nice ride and handling.

Suggested Improvements

Cadillac doesn't want to help on problems with their transmission design.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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