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Hey Mac, this is a neat Fleetwood
Rod, 07/08/2017
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
This Fleetwood is the 70th car I've owned in my life, and the 2nd Fleetwood (the previous one was a 1994). I have never owned a car newer than the 1972 model year until I broke the streak with a 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora in 2006. Since that car I have only owned 1994-2001 GM cars (3 more 98-99 Auroras, 94-96 Roadmasters, a 2001 Eldorado ETC, 1996 Cadillac DeVille etc.). Before then I have owned 1956-1966 Ford Thunderbirds, Ford Falcons, Fairlanes, Galaxies, and a couple of Mustangs. I have owned a few slant-6 Dodge Darts and Plymouth Valiants. Around 1989 or so, I FINALLY woke up and switch exclusively to GM! I have owned 1963-197s Buick Rivieras And Skylarks/GS. And I have owned other 1962-1972 Buicks, a Pontiac or two, and a few nice 1971-72 Chevelle Malibu's. I tell you all that to say this: The 1994-96 Buick Roadmasters and Cadillac Fleetwoods are the best over-all cars I have ever owned. This particular Fleetwood has the trailer towing package which includes a 3:42 gear, stronger transmission, harder body to frame bushings, stiffer springs, larger anti-sway bars, and heavy duty cooling, including transmission fluid and engine oil cooling. (One of my 1994 Buick Roadmasters also is a towing model). Oddly enough, even the normal Fleetwoods have a stiffer suspension than her Buick Roadmaster and Chevy Caprice sisters. You'd think the Chevy would rank the stiffest and the Cadillac the softest, but no. On top of that I put Monroe Severe Duty shocks in the front and Monroe coil-over shocks in the back of all my 1994-1996 GM B/D bodied cars. Actually I stiffen the suspension on all my cars for decades now. Okay on with the 1996 Fleetwood. IT IS FAST, smooth, quiet, comfortable and I would call it a touring sedan. Not quite as fast as my 2001 Eldorado ETC, but a much firmer and sure ride and handling. With the 3:42 gear I get about the same gas mileage doing 80mph on the freeway or around town--17-20 mpg. The original price for the Fleetwood Brougham is around $8-12,000 more than the Roadmaster Limited. With that you get a quieter car, better suspension, traction control, easier to use seat belts, (they retract at both ends, the Roadmaster has a stationary anchor on one end, making you "feed" the seatbelt back to its stored position, a PITA) and one of my favorite options that is missing on the Roadmasters-Retained Accessory Power. The door panels and other interior parts are more substantial and do not squeak or rattle like the Roadmaster's do. The gauges on either car is lacking, but more so on the Fleetwood. (The 1991-1993 Roadmasters had the best gauge package, but not the LT-1 engine). The HAVC controls on the Roadmasters are more versatile than on the Fleetwoods, so I always replace my HAVC controls on my Fleetwoods with Roadmaster controls. A bit of modification for mounting is needed, so it is not a simple swap, but the effort is WORTH it if you like to have full manual control of your fan speeds. Basically the Fleetwood with the towing package compares to the 1994-96 Impala SS or Caprice Police Car in many ways. And it is much more RARE. Plus you get that extra bit of luxury and comfort reserved for Cadillacs!
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Yes, Virginia, size matters.
Its Me, 04/11/2010
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
Sitting down in my Brougham evokes the same feeling I get when landing in the States from an overseas trip - I'm home! Big, comfortable, reliable, and fast, it's the pinnacle of rear-wheel drive, four-door sedans, and is everything an American car should be. Some of my friends chuckle--until they ride in it, and then their reaction is one of amazement and longing for days gone by. When I nail the gas pedal, their eyes pop open. Other than normal maintenance and wear items (shocks, hoses, that kind of stuff), I've had no significant problems. The car runs like a champ and has excellent fit-and-finish. Uncomplicated controls, all the useful gadgets you'd want. Love it.
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swiftv4p, 11/11/2014
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
28 of 32 people found this review helpful
I am a "Car Guy"/long time 1/4 mile drag racer so hopefully this review won't be too technical for the average reader. After months of searching I located and purchased my '95 FWB with less than 70K miles from its 93 year-old original owner who resides in So Cal. My search was specific, as I know how to read GM option stickers (located under the trunk lid) and interpret RPO option codes. In this case I was looking for Option Code V4P, which this car had and I will discuss in the next section. The car is roomy, comfortable, and an attention-getter. I had owned the car just two hours, and I received multiple compliments. Having owned LT1 cars in the past I know they are dead reliable.
Last of the Big Boys
Bobby K, 07/22/2002
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great Ride, what can you say, its that last of the big rear wheel drive bad boys. With the Corvette engine and the ability to tow 3.5 tons!! With room for 6 and a trunk that will swallow at least 3 bodies (maybe more). With this car I cannot understand why the mini- vans are so popular. Wish mine had a moon roof, but otherwise I am extremely pleased!!!
True American Luxury
Dunbar, 09/30/2002
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is excellent in every way except for driving over rippled surfaces that are close together. The suspension seems loose when this happens but that is what GM intended. I owned a Mercury Cougar XR7 with a much firmer suspension. Maybe that's why the Fleetwood's suspension seems rubbery at times.
Executive Sweet
Alton Hall, 10/04/2016
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Just got my '96 base Fleetwood Sedan with only 41,000 miles on it - basically just broken in. This is the best car I've ever owned. It is comfortable, powerful and fuel efficient ( regular gas and 26 mpg hwy ). The LT 1 engine is one of GM's best. It is quiet, roomy and elegant inside. For a big car, it handles quite well and is easy to maneuver. I highly recommend this car. I am proud to drive it and it makes me like a distinguished executive. My other favorite features are the twilight signal indicators, the rear wheel drive and the gas fill cap behind the rear license plate. My only disappointments are that there are no handy storage pockets on any of the doors and the glove compartment is way too small. If you can find one, grab it up because that aren't too many nice ones around.
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tenmark262, 06/09/2008
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I LOVE this car. Had one other and an Impala SS and Buick Roadmaster Wagon (same b-body platform). Detuned LT1 (0-60 in 8.5 secs) is easy on gas (18/20 city and 22/24 highway)and very reliable. Truthfully, the car will fall apart around the engine and transmission. Some designed-in ergonomic/interior fascia flaws but with bone yards ripe with these cars you've got plenty of cheap replacement parts at the ready. If you're looking for a reliable floaty boaty car, this it it. Tomorrow's collector car, for sure. But then again, how popular are 55 Cadillacs today?
Best car on the planet (for the money)
David P., 11/02/2009
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Absolutely best car on the planet for the money. Excellent cars can be had for $4-6,000. Make sure to buy one which has been properly maintained all its life. Trashy ones make for good parts car. Parts are expensive. Only buy the LT-1 (94-96). I car-pool my deep-red 96 Brougham to an expensive, snotty prep school and proudly enter the drop-off zone amidst BMW-X5,Range Rovers, Porsche SUV. For the same money, I can buy one for each day of the week.
The last generation genuine Cadillac
Arnold Ziffel, 03/31/2007
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
There's something to be said for riding down the road in your living room, and this car delivers. It is not overly technologically advanced, but for the wide open spaces in Texas it's the perfect road cruiser. The Lt1 Covette inspired 5.7L (350) is spirited and responsive. The car is stunningly beautiful, and still spins heads at 12 years old. It's everything I ever wanted in my string of 9 Cadillacs, and I'm very disheartened that GM is making nothing even remotely similar to it since production stopped in 1996.
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Suz, 08/25/2008
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I am a lady that loves her 1995 Fleetwood dream car. I've had my car since 1997. I have always taken the best of care for it. As far as the engine goes, I have had to replace the water pump about 3 times, the radiator 1 time, but I do have a lot of good miles on the car. The gear shift needle broke so it shows the needle in park at all times and my mechanic seems to be having a hard time replacing the part. The rear side chrome strips have bubbled, one even peeled, need to be replaced. I love the car so much that I may consider getting a new engine for it one day as opposed to a new Cadillac, they have no class anymore.
The King of Automobiles
Lord Fleetwood, 04/01/2006
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have owned this car for several years and the only repair I have had to do is replace the AC compressor. This car is the last of GM's true full-size rear-wheel drive vehicles, and it is a shame they stopped making them. This car excels in practically every area. It's design is classy and turns heads. It is an impressive looking car - long with a big grill in the front and fins in the back. It's ride is smooth and solid and offers unparalleled comfort. The interior room is enormous. No car since has offered the interior room this car has. Even though this car is heavy, the 5.7 liter engine moves it like a champ. You can drive with just a toe on the pedal and it still gets around 20-24 MPG.
A dream come true
Devon, 12/11/2008
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I am in hog heaven. This car is a dream come true. I just brought it from a one owner it looks brand new. It feels like I am floating when I drive it. My father got excited when he seen it. This car is showroom ready. I dont have to do nothing to it but drive. The first time I nailed the pedal the power of the 5.7 LT1 engine almost push me in the back seat. I am in love.
Keeps getting better with age...
Cadillac Mike, 10/27/2006
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had this car for nearly seven years and it is holding up very well, no leaks or corrosion, and aside from the usual items that one would expect to wear out at 180,000 miles. It hasn't had any repair surprises either. This is the last of the big rear wheel drive Cadillacs and it tows my boat effortlessly. I replace the fuel gauge sending unit and it now reads accurately. I still cant figure a way to get rid of the digital dash though. The leather seats are not showing any wear. The misses likes this car for long trips. Her boss calls it the presidential limousine, which is appropriate since the 1995-2000 presidential limos were based on this car.
Simply the best
EROCK, 06/25/2008
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I love my cadi. It looks great drive great. And get lot of attention and I love it. But its ashame that Cadillac took such a beautiful car of their production. Because I am curious to know what features it would have had by now. Because I have buddies that own new cts and they're nothing compared in luxury. And performance. Fleetwood Brougham is simply the best
Good hwy mpg & comfort
S Tucker, 06/05/2008
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
A very impressive looking car. Very comfortable, quite, powerful. Mpg in town not so good, hwy very good for the size car, 55-60 mph, I average 30 mpg. So for a long trip, with all of that room & comfort it is a pleasure. Not to mention that we feel very safe in it.
Three years in a Caddy
gdominick, 05/13/2002
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Replaced the starter three times. Replaced egr valve & solenoid. Replaced air pump. Replaced water pump which was leaking on the distributor which was also replaced along with ignition wires, coil, and sparkplug wires. Replaced front and rear shocks along with idler arms & suspension rods.Replaced brakes & pads. Replaced all four tires. Replaced drivers side remote mirror.
Best caddy?
Wess, 01/20/2003
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Have a 95 fleetwood brougham, all the features. It has to be the most comfortable cars ive ridden in, especially the back seat. Road noise is a minimum. This is the best highway cruiser available. Not my personal choice for town driving, it feels very long.
My favorite Cadillac
Bill Granger, 01/02/2005
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood is the tenth Cadillac which I have owned and I wish I could buy the exacy same car in 2005. It's that good. It's rear-wheel drive with traction control and it is a dream to drive on short jaunts and on long trips. It took us to Florida four times ... it's a dream to drive. Every year I track the miles per gallon and have averaged over 21-mpg {total city and country driving) over ten years, which is fantastic. This car is dependable, comfortable, and a pleasure to own.
Cruiser extrodinaire
cadillacmike, 01/16/2005
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The late Cadillac Fleetwood is the finest highway cruiser ever built. We've taken it on numerous long trips of 500 miles or more and it's always smooth & quiet. The sound system, while not a Bose system as in other Cadillacs it quite powerful. Its rear seat room is unsuprassed. The front leg room is not quite as good, as other large FWD cars, like the Buick Park Avenue. It's solidly built and can last many years if taken care of. The fact that its RWD makes it easy to do some maintenance / repairs on myself. It is an impressive looking vehicle with its size and ample bright metal trim. This was the model for the Presidential limo from 1995-2000.
Best Car I've Ever Owned
David W Boscola, 03/17/2007
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Besides being a very elegant looking car, the performance of the Fleetwood with the LT1 engine is amazing. At 70 MPH she still has a passing gear. Its fuel economy is over 20 MPG. It's ashame Cadillac discontinued this model. Once they did that they lost me as a customer. Its new models are ugly in comparison. I currently have '67 and a '70 Fleetwood.
True American Luxury
dunbar, 09/30/2002
1996 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The vehicle is excellent in every way except for driving over rippled surfaces that are close together. The suspension seems loose when this happens but that is what GM intended. I owned a Mercury Cougar XR7 with a much firmer suspension. Maybe that's why the Fleetwood's suspension seems rubbery at times.
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Mark Stuart, 06/17/2002
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Mirrors, lights and trim poorly installed and fall off refularly. Transmission has been somewhat problematic with dealer service terrible. Too costly to have them flounder around charging for the wrong solutions repeatedly.
Excellent Purchase
Sal Collaziano, 05/12/2004
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I'm very happy with my 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham. It's VERY big - in and out. The interior is VERY comfortable with plenty of room - and pretty quiet inside. It's very soft over bumps but handles surprisingly well. Even though the price of gas is going through the roof, I can't say I'd rather be in anything else. I love big, plush, roomy, luxurious cars. The only car I feel compares to this is the Lexus LS - which costs about $50,000 more at this point.
The last of the "real" Cadillacs
cadillacmike, 12/23/2004
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had a Black 1970 Fleetwood Brougham while in college-early 80's. It had a 133" WB, 228" LOA, rear footrests, reading lights, etc. But it was a New England rust bucket, so I moved away from Cadillacs. In January 2000, I needed a better tow vehicle, and so started looking for a Fleetwood or Roadmaster. I found both and decided to get a Fleetwood, because it looked better! I found a black Brougham-deja vu! It has every option except the sunroof (the rear lighted vanity morrors are more cool and I have two Cadillac convertibles anyway) and it has the CD player. I put 16,000 miles a year on it with no major suprises. The factory chrome wheels shine & the paint held up well. The engine is still silent & strong.
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rene, 04/09/2002
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I realy like the cadillac
Rare big cadillac
Rondo Hightower, 10/15/2017
updated 04/17/2018
1995 Cadillac Fleetwood 4dr Sedan
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I feel much safer riding in the big and fast Cadillac. Chrome bumper on the front and just amazing to see. Definitely my fav car.
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