1996 Cadillac Seville Review
Price Estimate: $98 - $159





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Edmunds' Expert Review
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What’s new
All Sevilles get new seats and seat trim, redesigned sound systems, an (optional) integrated voice-activated cellular phone, daytime running lights and programmable door lock functions and seating positions. The STS also receives an updated instrument panel with big gauges and a new center console, the Cadillac-exclusive Rainsense Wiper System (which detects rainfall and turns the wipers on automatically) and a newly improved continuously variable road-sensing suspension. Magnasteer variable-assist steering replaces the old speed-sensitive gear on last year's STS.
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2 listings
- 75,017 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 15 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- Maple Center Motors (1,239 mi away)
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Located in Saint Johnsbury, VT
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G6KY5299TU810477
Stock: 17429
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 10-24-2024- 33,515 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 15 City / 24 Hwy MPG
- Dealertown Autowholesalers (1,261 mi away)
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Located in Milford, CT
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1G6KS52Y4TU801937
Stock: 81937
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 10-07-2024
Vehicle overview
When Cadillac introduced the 1992 Seville to the motoring press, they reacted with such overwhelming approval you would have thought they had just heard an announcement that People had forever banished the Royal Family from appearing on its cover. They 'Oooohed' and 'Aaaahed' and proclaimed the Seville the best American luxosport sedan ever produced.
Well, they were half right. It was another year before the Seville Touring Sedan (STS) was worthy of that honor with the introduction of the stellar Northstar V8 engine. The STS became a civilized hot-rod, and it wasn't long before the more subdued Seville Luxury Sedan (SLS) made the switch to a less potent version of the Northstar System.
For 1996, the SLS and STS benefit from more of the continual improvement that has marked the evolution of these sedans. Both models get extensive seat and seat trim revisions designed to add comfort and convenience. A new remote keyless entry fob matches interior trim. An ignition key lockout feature, newly standard on all front-wheel drive Cadillacs for 1996, won't let the driver's door lock if the key has been left in the ignition. Sound systems have been redesigned, and an integrated voice-activated cellular phone resides in a new storage armrest. "Sea Mist Green" is a new interior and exterior color. Daytime running lights are standard, and up to two drivers can program the door locks and seat position to their individual tastes.
STS receives additional refinement in the face of new competition from the United States and abroad. The dashboard has been restyled, locating climate controls, sound system, and the Driver Information Center to a centrally-located console stack. The result is a sportier, more contemporary layout featuring larger gauges. A seamless airbag system design for the passenger restraint allows the top of the dashboard to retain a smooth, uncut appearance. A Cadillac-exclusive Rainsense Wiper System is standard on the STS. Rainsense detects rainfall, and activates the wipers automatically, adjusting speed as is necessary. Inside the glovebox, STS owners will find a new valet lockout switch, and another switch that deactivates the traction control system. Cadillac has improved its Road-Sensing Suspension for 1996, and has endowed the STS with the new setup as standard equipment. Magnasteer variable-assist steering replaces the old Speed-Sensitive Steering that was formerlystandard.
The Seville has enjoyed several years in the spotlight as America's premier luxury-sport sedan. Lincoln has a new Continental in showrooms, but we prefer the Cadillac's distinctive styling and Northstar V8 over Lincoln's egg-shaped techno-cruiser. While this Cadillac is far from cheap, it is a worthy alternative to pricey luxury sedans from the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$209/mo for Seville SLS
Seville SLS
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Cadillac Seville Owner Reviews
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Nice but move on...
3.63 out of 5 starsstsnotagain, 10/26/2004
1996 Cadillac Seville STS 4dr Sedan
I always liked Cadillacs since I use
to work for the dealership. I finally
got a used STS in so to be great
shape. Gorgous car with all the luxury
and rides great. But beware of all the
little things that WILL go wrong and
will be expensive to repair. I bought
mine one day and the next day the
water pump gave out. $250 later from
the Caddy dealer I had it back. After …
owning for about 3 weeks now and only
250 miles...half block seal needs
replacing at $1900! Rack and
pinion,struts,power window
switch,still leaks antifreez and check
engine light is now on for emissions.
I would just look and avoid this car.
These are known problems and thats
coming from a ASE Master Tech from a
Cad dealer!!!
Beautiful Car, But.........
2.88 out of 5 starsJim, 12/17/2004
1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan
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!
A nice car
4.63 out of 5 starsI LOVE MINE, 08/10/2008
1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan
I've always wanted a caddy but never could afford a new one. So I found this one on Craigs list and fell in love with it. The power is amazing and all the features work well, with the exception of hesitation of the drivers side power window. Maybe I'm a lucky one but this car uses no oil between changes. It has aproximately 129,000 on it at this time. I'm glad they depreciate as they do, … otherwise, i would not be able to own a car this nice.
Love the Northstar, hate the gremlins
4.25 out of 5 starsRobert King, 02/13/2004
1996 Cadillac Seville SLS 4dr Sedan
Bought this car used in 1999. Have
taken trips to California, Colorado and
New York. I have enjoyed the car's
engine performance and comfortable
ride. I have always been impressed that
a car that weighs this much can average
over 29 mpg at high speed.
I have however made many costly trips
to the dealer for repair; water pump
rear suspension air compressor,
heater/AC … blower motor, O2 sensor, the
last and most irritating was in my
garage when the security system failed.
No cure other than towing to dealer for
$400.00 worth of Ignition switch, keys
and harness wiring. I love this car but
will not be owning another Cadillac.
1996 Seville Highlights
SLS
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $209/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalPoor
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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