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A good deal for the $$$
gm owner 4 ever, 09/08/2008
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought this car last year and have only put about 5K miles on it since. It is used mainly for long trips. The car only has 74k miles on it. I have had no problems other than the power ant stopped working and now I have to hand wash the car. Very smooth ride and strong V-8. I paid $4100 for the car and never looked back.
Pretty good, but why any problems?
Storm22, 06/27/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This Deville makes one quart of oil disappear every 1400-1800 miles ...considered within normal tolerance by Cadillac ...have seen this over and over again on internet sites. A truly free economy would produce an immediate corrective response by the manufacturer to their hoped-for future customers. However, car is very comfortable and still gets a reasonable 17-27 mpg for a 4,000 lb. car.
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GM pulled the wool over our eyes...
wordofmouththeonlywa, 08/22/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
GM sold us a bill of goods here. As soon as the warranty was up (only 4 years) this p.o.s. started falling apart. The name CADILLAC used to mean quality that you could trust. I have seen nothing but problems with this car. From headlights literally falling off to fuel sensors or pumps or something shorting out IN the gas tank causing the electrical system to go haywire??? You tell me why I should pay over $40g for this again??? Very disappointed and of course GM says, "Thank you for purchasing a Cadillac and we appreciate your informing us of how to improve our products." Basically "screw you sucker. We got ours."
'97 deville
cp, 06/02/2007
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I loved this car. Luxury, good mileage 19-21 mpg. Excellent ride. I'm not a kid, and I'm not in a hurry, I'm into comfort. We live 20 miles in a rural setting in California. We drive a lot. I also have a Prius for my sales job, 45 plus mpg, 40,000 a year, but when we go out, we always take the DeVille.
Awesome
youngcaddy, 07/23/2011
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
12 of 15 people found this review helpful
Im 17 and my grandfather gave me my 97 cadillac deville d'elegance. defenitly an awesome car especially for my age. i use it for speed really. very fast. very comfortable. and the backseat is like a bed ;)
Another leaking cadillac
YankeeLady, 11/08/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Have owned 3 Cadillacs; all had fluid leaks. '92 needed new transmission and water pump before 40,000 miles. 97 needed water pump at 45k miles and had 3 batteries. Then it started to stall but dealer couldn't find anything wrong. A/C came out of defrost vents at times. With cost of car, it should not be a problem. With supposed quality, a much longer warranty should be given.
Decent Car-"Service Engine Soon"
marty m, 06/17/2004
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
A really nice car even though it does not leave you feeling warm and fuzzy with the "service engine soon" light on, all of the time. I would not buy this car new but as a used vehicle, not bad. Tremendous highway vehicle. Great around town for a big car. Headlight problems after car wash ( what about the rain?). I like it but this car needs kid glove treatment to last. Not a car to throw into corners at 100 mph. Actually mine says "fuel cutoff" at 112 mph. Oh well, so much for the open highway. I would buy another one.
Junk
scharfenberg, 09/01/2008
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I would never by a Cadillac again. I've replaced the motor due to head bolts stripped out of motor. They make an 800 dollar kit to fix the problem but it did not work due to already being done the wrong way. If I were you stay away from 96 to 2000 or you will have a bill of 3500 dollars like i did. If you're thinking about buying one I have this to say to you. It's the biggest pile of junk there is and if I were gm i would be ashamed of putting my name on it.
'97 DeVille
Richard Peck, 07/26/2008
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
So far this has been a wonderful car. The fit & finish is very good. It's a fun to drive car. The ride is very good for a 11 year old luxury car. About the only option this car lacks, is a moonroof. Everything on this car works. I've heard a lot of bad things about the Northstar engine. I find it an excellent powertrain. If you keep it from getting overheated, it should last almost forever.
Good As New
tazchi, 11/06/2008
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had this car for 2 and a half months. I replaced my 88 Seville for this car. Very good styling,everyone really likes this car. Ride is very smooth. Seats are very comfortable. Great car to cruise around town in or great for a extended road trip. Had a 96 Lincoln Town Car Cartier, It in no way compares to this car! Better styling and better resell value.
Another dripping Cadillac
dublinlady, 10/04/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Cadillacs are supposed to be well-made luxury vehicles. I've owned 3 and they have all had a fluid leak at less than 50,000 miles on all. My 1992 needed a new transmission at less than 40k miles, and my 1997 had oil leak and needed new water pump at less than 45k miles. 3 batteries in the 1997. Then, the a/c started blowing out the defrost vents. Noisy brakes, hestitating. Then it started stalling out. Car now gone.
caddy is over rated
caddycadcad, 09/28/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought this off some guy at what i thought was a great bargain until I drove it home. The computer does not stop with error messages: "service ride control", a/c refridgerent too low (even though I just filled it), my odometer stopped moving, my ac doesn't work anymore, my radiator leaks and I have only owned it three days!!! Above all, it won't go into fourth gear. On the highway, for example, it stays in third. Worst purchase ever. Should have kept my Town Car.
Needs improvement
ferrman, 12/15/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Cadillac has a long way to go to be considered in the same class as European automobiles. The soft ride and mediocre handling, although improved, do not bode well for Cadillac to seriously compete with other luxury marques. Dealers do not seem very helpful, which is unfortunate, since I've spent quite a bit of time there.
'97 Cadillac Sedan Deville
Waylon Burks, 02/28/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 1997 Cadillac Seville is very comfortable. I like the quite ride with the adjustable seats and lumbar. It gets excellent gas milage for a luxury car. I averaged 24.5 MPG with my sales travel which was mostly highway. The Bose sound system, fingertip controls, and power to spare - to mention a few things - make this a very stable and dependable vehicle. I now have 175,000 miles on the car with only minor repairs.
Great Car
trevman, 12/27/2004
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 1997 Cadillac DeVille is a great car. I have had four Cadillac DeVilles to date and I have loved them all. They are extremely comfortable and look very elegant. The pearl red with the tan top has always been my favorite color combo!
Cadillac DeVille
Tim Wilhelm, 06/04/2005
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I now have 135,000 miles and have been fairly satisfied with this car. Major problems did not start until I had reached 100,000 miles. After that time something "broke" about every 3 months. The biggest complaint is with fit and finish - a lack of detail in the interior design.
My First Cadillac
Mark, 06/26/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
The '97 DeVille has a very comfortable ride. It is also very reliable. It has a great sound system -- Bose comes standard, I guess. Its gas mileage is actually decent, considering how big a car it is. If I drive "sensibly," I can get about 28 mpg on the freeway and about 18-19 on city streets.
Very poor quality engine for the cost
Larry , 03/29/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My car now has 67,000 miles and i now have the third raditor, second alternator, and the engine has been pulled twice for blown head gasket. I am a Bank official, and love the car but the northstar engine is not worth the money. The interior and the exterior are great and its a comfortable car to drive, but the engine gets a rating of 0. Dealership tells me its the aluminum block engine that is not strong enough to hold the head bolts without stripping out.
owner
leo, 04/20/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
exellent road car. supperior comfort,superb styling
Get the extented warranty used carI
Stylist Jo, 07/23/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I love my car. I owned a Cadillac before this one and it saved my life. Will never own a compact car. Too many SUV's and I travel long distances. This car is a dream for travel and other passengers are comfortable in the back seat. Great features and it is a fun car to drive.Looks great and has great curb appeal. I agree with other reviewer...buy used, crazy to buy new. I did have to replace the transmission in 2000 and other minor things that were covered in my extended warranty. Worth the extra money and has paid for itself.
not happy
AMLIE, 06/17/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
At just over 50,000 mi got antifreeze in oil. No warrantee help from Cadillac. Burned 1 Qt oil in 1,500 mi. Installed used engine w 22.000 mi. Burns qt oil in 1,500 mi. Replaced water pump, replaced 1 plug, wire, and coil 2x. replaced all plugs and wires. Load leveler not working. presently 104,000 ni.
Satisfaction
Tennis Pro, 06/20/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Good reliable transportation in style. Nothing exciting. Good acceleration and handling for a big vehicle
awsome car
Rapidman, 09/02/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
As a former Mercedes SL driver and Porsche 911 driver, I was pleasantly surprised to have so much road feel in this Concours. The 300 HP also is a delight to drive. Was unhappy with the lack of an in dash CD player, however found a Bose on e-bay from a newer model and fits great (a dealer needs to re-code the deck). The body design is attractive, without the goggle eyed front end of the o1's
love it
myalias, 11/16/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
At 119 000 miles,the only replacements have been strut mounts,and front rotors and pads.Great car,if more people drove it that were my age/they probably would buy(early 30s).Concours is a great car/and more headroom than an sts(lets you get a moonroof!)(6"2)
The Rev's Caddy
Jack White, 01/28/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Overall My Cadillac has been a very good car the only thing I've had to purchase was struts(120,000)miles. The cars are very fast.I've had my (CONCOURS) up to 138 mph and was still pulling before I took my foot out of it. (The car runs like a scalded dawg)
So far...so good
Brian Braine, 02/01/2005
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded a junky 2003 Cadilac Eldorado in 03/2004 for a 1997 DeVille with 57,000 miles. I am at 63,000 miles so far and am happy compared to my Eldorado experience for a modest outlay of $5,000 plus an Eldorado with 97,000 miles and blown head gasket that would have cost $1,900 to repair.
Great used car for the money
bobkat, 04/15/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For those of you looking to pick up a reliable, safe and comfortable used sedan need look no further than the '97 through '99 Cadillac DeVille. It has all the luxury features you want and then some... The Northstar V8 engine is powerful and gives that nice "V8" growl when you give it some throttle. The sunroof (moonroof?) is a nice feature and is very quiet when open - even at highway speeds. The CD changer in the trunk is great! It has power everything and the most intelligent lighting system I've ever seen in a car. It turns the headlights on when needed and somehow even knows when to dim the dashboard lights and when not to - amazing. The '97 DeVille gives you excellent value for your used car dollar.
Caddy
MRD, 03/23/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
My 1997 Cadillac DeVille rides well and tracks perfectly. It is a very comfortable car, especially for the driver.
Lemons
Fletch, 07/01/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
2 of 7 people found this review helpful
My DeVille had roughly 900 miles and the front tire rim and all went flying across 3 lanes of traffic. I bought the car new off the dealer's show room floor and its title stated 3 miles, but the odometer read 35 miles. I drove it for less than 5 minutes when we noticed a vibration in the front end, took the car back 5 or 6 times then the front tire came flying off. I wanted paper work for all the times the car was back in the shop, but the dealer wouldn't give it to us since they KNEW for a fact they sold us a lemon. With 35 miles on the car somnone from the dealer had to know there was a vibration and the car had flaws, also a new car should have 5 miles or less when titled we got hosed big time.
Nice for a short time
Andrew1, 10/22/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Driving long distances is a pure joy, the comfort of the cockpit is wonderful. However when a little problem arrises, the Dealership has money signs in their eyes. The braking system in conjunction with the traction system is poor. The acceleration is good. Overall I would rather short term lease this car, because after 60,000 miles you are in no mans land.
1997 Caddy Concours.. Great Value!
Kaos, 11/10/2002
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Classic land yacht with lots of pep from the 300 hp Northstar.
Cadillacs are the best american cars
deville, 07/31/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
CADILLACS ARE GREAT, MOST COMFORTABLE CAR IN THE WORLD, VERY FAST FOR ITS SIZE, FUEL GUZZLER THOUGH
Deram to Nightmare
gtm7667, 11/14/2003
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought in 2000 as pre owned certified.bought extened warrenty, and glad I did.Fuel sensors several times, electrical,steering rack,trunk leak 6 times. The list goes on and on. And lets talk about oil consumption that is unreal.And Cadillac sent a bulliton to the dealers to let them know it was acceptable, due to engine design. And now right after the warranty expires,a major oil seal leak. i called Cadillac directly and after several attempts was told thank you for buying Cadillac, but there is nothing we can do for you. All I know is my dream car became my nightmare and as much as I said I would not buy a Japaneese car, the next time I will.
1997 Cadillac
BobHem, 03/15/2004
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excellant Quality. Little trouble. Glad latter years required regular unleaded rather tha premium.
VERY HAPPY SO FAR !!!!
losdos711, 06/13/2004
1997 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
BOUGHT USED IN 2002 I HAVE NOT HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS AS OF YET. HAD TO REPLACE THE ALTERNATOR AND HAVE PUT OVER 31.000 MILES ON IT IN 2 AND HALF YEARS. DROVE TO TEXAS FROM OHIO TWICE AND ONCE TO SOUTH CAROLINA. COMFORTABLE AND FUN TO DRIVE
Enjoyed this car
stur2dog, 07/16/2004
1997 Cadillac DeVille D'elegance 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Very good car, purchased new.just sold it at 80,000 mile.Car has classy appeal, secure ride. did have to replace alternator at 70,000 miles. On 3 occassions after driving in summer with A/C going , car unexpectly cut of while slowing down vehicle . First occurance in 98, and twice this year. Service could never duplicate problem. In spite of this I Personally like this car better than the recently purchased 2004 Model.
The Best Caddy
limoman, 11/08/2006
1997 Cadillac DeVille Concours 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The DeVille Concours is the clear winner if you want that full luxury feel, but with agility. It is a flawless car in terms of maintenance and quality. I wish someone now could make such a luxurious interior.