Used 2001 Cadillac Seville Consumer Reviews
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Northstar stalling problems X 3
This is my third Cadillac I have owned, this new one stalls while driving down the street. They have replaced the engine crank sensors. Then they say when I bring it back the second time for the same problem they put a diagnostic package on it and could not get the problem to duplicate. How can I search for others for possible solution or retribution? I am glad Wisconsin has a "lemon law" and will not be hesitant to invoke it. Unless they reair it permanently or replace it now on the third try for the same problem it will be the last Cadillac I purchase.
Great running car
Have a 2001 Cadillac Seville STS that has 96,000 miles. It has been a great car, burns 1 quart of oil between changes but has been doing this for the last 40,000 miles. I have driven it accros the country and never had major issues with this car. A nice riding car that holds its value.
15 Years Old and Still a Beauty
I purchased my 2001 STS in about May of 2004 as it came off of a 3-year lease. It had about 32K miles and now it only has about 88K (as of 10/16). I purchased it at Caddy dealer. A new Caddy comes with a 3-year 50K warranty... However.... a Certified Used Cadillac has/had a 6 year/100K mile one, which makes a used one with the Certified Warranty a bonus for the used car purchaser. Also, they cover not only power train, but practically everything (i.e. basically bumper to bumper), including a free loaner car. Couple of months after purchase it developed an oil leak. No "oil pan" on transverse, i.e. had to remove engine, take apart in middle and put in a new gasket. Glad it was under warranty. --- Updated 10/16... As I updated above it now has about 87,000 miles and looks fairly much like new (garaged, plus I keep it polished and clean...) When I tell people it's a 2001 and I've had it since 2004 they can't believe it. Still runs great, geat power, great stopping ability, and great handling for a car of its size. Also, nice interior leather with good fit and finish.
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Fast Luxury Sedan
We bought the car used with 25K miles. This car is a joy to drive, my wife rarely lets me drive it because I drive it like a sports sedan. The 300hp DOHC 32 valve engine is quiet, but revs quickly & effortlessly to 6500 rpm when needed. Need to pass someone....point it straight, hit the accelerator & you are approaching warp speed vey rapidly (EX: passing 50mph- 85mph in under 6 seconds) in addition to a luxury ride, outstanding heated seats with memory & awesome Bose 6+1 cd changer. For mid 50 year old it is a true luxury hotrod. In town we get 20+ mpg & 25-28 mpg on hiway (as long I don't start driving like speed racer). Great car, somewhat expensive to repair/maintain.
Not Up To World Standards
During my first 30,000 miles with my 2001 Cadillac Seville SLS it has been in the shop way too many times. The instrument panel computer failed 3 times, both front seat heaters failed, the left rear door just would not open, the engine stopped (no steering - scared my wife who was driving) ad nauseum. I have owned six Cadillacs. This is absolutely the worst.
Awsome Automobile
I purchased this car because of its size. I never realized I would come to love it so much. It's a thrill to drive and more comfortable than you would believe. As with any high end vehicle, repairs and parts are costly, though this vehicle has proven to be so reliable that the need for such is few and far between.
Darth Vader's Cadillac
Bought used black on black STS with 78K miles for my wife. Now it has 118K miles. Generally reliable. Have replaced battery, crank position sensors, engine air tube, engine cooling fan and a few other things. Others are right, car is expensive to have worked on, I only let Cadillac dealer do it. Rides nice, is quiet. Handles good. Bose 4.0 stereo very good. Car still looks good, many favorible comments. Good A/C. Roomy. Trunk is adequate. 300 HP Northstar will fly, but uses oil about 1 qt. every 700 miles or so. About 19 mpg city, 24 highway, regular fuel. Very good traction on wet roads or snow. Stabilitrak helps a lot. Has better build quality than my 97 Eldorado or 97 Catera.
Dont sleep on this one !
Bought used with 120k from a guy who didnt really keep up on the maintenance but I got her back to 100% in no time. Replaced the crank sensors (very common) I suggest you replace them before they go @ around 100k miles. Also replaced the cat (common as well) $300 so again not a big deal on a $53k car. The car uses about 2qts of oil every 3k miles which is common on northstars. Again not a big deal, just keep up on your oil changes. Ive owned alot of high end cars (audi,mercedes,jaguar,bmw) and must say this caddy is right up there with them ! I get compliments everywhere I go and its 8 yrs old ! Navigation is also easier to use than most factory units. Stop thinking go buy one !
Seville SLS
This is an awesome car with a few major exceptions. First and foremost, the suspension is so sensitve, you can't keep the tires balanced. Michelins are essential, as the factory Goodyears are junk and have no business on this car. Also, too many electronic "doodads" that fail. Mine has been in the shop several times for failed sensors. A great car to drive overall, especially when the tires are balanced!
high maintenance
this car is high maintenance. this is my second cadillac and they both leaked oil. the low profile tires are horrible for chuck holes and the winter months. i don't get good "premium" gas mileage because of the engine. whenever you get repairs done it's extra because a lot of the parts are "cadillac" parts. it takes more oil and more of everything. and i always end up paying for new parts that wasn't even broken. but they have to take out to fix the problem.
Never again!
Refused to start once in my yard, luckily. Had to have it towed to Caddy dealer. $800 to replace "security modules"! Year later died at Doctor's office. Had it towed to dealer again. $300 for new "special Caddy" battery cause terminal broke. Battery is under back seat that no one uses. How could this happen? Got no answer. Year later had to jump start car, then dash lights went out. Traded it in back to dealer I bought it from!
Crank Sensors
I agree with Vosser. This is my sixth Cadillac, the first Seville. At 9,000 miles, it needed a new power steering pump which seemed to take the dealer forever to obtain. At 12000 miles, it stalled out in the middle of a busy city street where the speed limit was 45 mph. The diagnosis via On Star was defective crank sensors. For the nearly $46K this vehicle cost, such problems are simply not acceptable.
Nice STS
The 2001 Cadillac Seville STS is a fun car to drive with all the options.
Excellent Buy
I bought the Cadillac in July 2016 with 103k original miles, it is now January 2017 and the car has 115k miles and still running strong. My opinion of the vehicle is stronger than when I bought it 12k miles ago.
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Moms car
Good quality and much better mileage than advertised. Only issues I have is Im 6'0" and theres a blind spot where the rear view mirror is that blocks forward vision for me but mnot my wife. I wish I could find a way to lower the seat. Dealer service has been excellent.
I had expected much more from a Cadillac
When I bought the "top of the line" Cadillac, I thought I was receiving, the best American Made Car I could get. Boy, are we in trouble. After 14 months, I have a service repair history about 10 feet long. I have had my car in 15-20 times, all for problems I would not have expected in a $54K car. For example, broken plastic "wood" pieces, rattles, squeaks, computer replacement/reprogramming, power steering, motor mount, transmission, and brakes!! For a car that is advertised as a "race car", I haven't had a set of pads or rotors that have lasted longer than 5000 miles!! I've put at least 10000 miles on rental DeVilles since I bought this *New* STS!
Unexpected Problems after 20,000 miles
Perfect for first 20k miles. Then; Crankcase sensors, front end problems, and now the battery post broke and fell off.As the battery is under the rear seat, who knew? and the acid filled the well under the seat.Mechanic said it is not unusual and the acid may eat thru the metal. Love the car, hate the reliability. Thank goodness for the warranty, but it has to go.
Enjoy the ride.
Excellent handling vehicle. Especially appreciated on mountain type terrain. Holds the road very well at high speed and handles dips and curves without concern. Love the ride. Engine power is balanced well in just the right range. Would have liked one more gear, like an "overdrive" on this car. Have had this vehicle well over 100 mph on a couplke of occasions, piece of cake. Smooth as silk, great rideing vehicle.
Caddy STS
Overall, my 2001 Cadillac STS has worked very well. No major complaints or problems. It has a lot of extra options and has a smooth ride
A Great Buy
I bought a 2001 Seville STS with 38,000 miles. At the price they can be bought for today they are a steal. This car is in mint condition with lots of comfort and convenience features. Performance takes second place to luxury, but not by a lot. Once rolling its a quick car and body lean is kept to a minimum. Its too big to be a sports car but if you want a sporty luxury car, this is a good one.
Great Cadillac!
This car has great handling, acceleration, and appearance. I have had to have the battery, a couple of sensors, and the water pump replaced under warranty.
Love to Drive This Car
I love to drive this car! The only problem is that I never know for sure how much fuel is left in the tank. The gas gauge fluctuates wildly. Luckily the "fuel used feature on the dash computer is fairly accurate but I keep it full of fuel just in case. I was in a hard breaking situation in traffic a few weeks ago and now I have a clunking sound when I go over bumps at low speed. Got to get it looked at, I've got a good mechanic that I've been using since I bought the car. I Suppose there will be some niggling little problems with this car but that's to be expected with any vehicle. Overall I'm very, very happy with it, it's perfect for me.
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mostly enjoyable
For a big ride, this car gets amazing gas mileage (higher than its rated), and its comfort and performance have made it a keeper. We've experienced electrical and sensor issues but luckily found an affordable mechanic as couldn't afford dealership. Has over 123K miles now and starting to use more oil (northstart engines typically use some) so looking to replace. Was also great in minor crash; other vehicle was totaled; didn't even break our car's headlight.
A great ride
I bought this car through a dealership. It had been a lease car. My brother got it for me wholesale. The heater wasn't functioning (December - brrr). I learned only a year ago that it had been in a bad accident and the axle is bent. Also, I knew that there was an oil leak, so I add a quart every other tank of gas. Overall, of the five I've owned (one Allante), it's been the best one yet. I've gotten 28 mpg on the freeway. It's diamond white, so it still cleans up perfectly. It shines like a diamond when I'm looking for it in a parking lot. All those other 'bubble' cars that all look alike can't hold a candle to it. It had 58,000 when I bought it; I have 155,000 now.
GREAT
i WANT ANOTHER ONE, EXCELLENT
A good deal.
I enjoy driving this car. Never owned a Caddy before. I have owned a 2000 Lexus GS300 and this a close runner up so far. The car had been garaged indoors for over 3 years. I bought it used with 23,000 miles on it. So far this well maintained car is a pleasure to own. City mpg is only 11.5. I have not had it on the highway yet.
Simply a work of art
everyhting this car has blows its competiton away truly buety at its best and is worth the money compared to 120,000 dollar mercedes that arent twice as good
Small Problems
This vehicle suffers from some small problems; one is a noisy steering column;the other is a problem with sensors; it repeatedly tells me to check tire pressure when nothing is wrong. The third is a probem with the ashtray lid- it is not reliable; it is hard to keep closed.These problems aren't worth my time at the dealership, but detract from an otherwise excellent car.
SLS is a great car
My '01 is a really great car, but as the other reviews have stated, I have had my share of warranty work, transmission mounts, seat heaters, those awful Goodyear tires, (I traded mine in at 18K miles for Michelins.)I just passed 50K - glad I bought an extended warranty. Love the awsome Northstar power, love the ride, love the style. I believe the new rear-wheel drive debuting next year will be a world class vehicle.
Am I Satisfied ? ?
I truly love the car. Very responsive. Can't believe it from a car of this weight and size. Very impressive from the start of the engine. However, I use a quart of oil every 2500 miles. I also have a 2000 DeVille that uses a quart every 1500 miles. Great engine, if you can keep oil in it.
to many break downs
The car was alright for the first 25000 miles. Since then We have had it in the shop 11 times.
our caddy
I find this to be an excellant car and hard to learn features
GREAT CAR
IF YOU BUY A SEVILLE USED YOU ARE GETTING A LOT OF CAR FOR THE MONEY. IN PALM SRINGS CALIFORNIA, IT IS THE MOST POPULAR SEDAN ON THE ROAD. I HAVE HAD SEVERAL MECHANICAL PROBLEMS. HOWEVER THE CADILLAC SERVICE DEPARTMENTS ARE GREAT AND A THEY BEND OVER BACKWARDS TO MAKE YOU HAPPY. THEY GIVE GOOD LOANER CARS. I WILL PROBABLY BUY THE NEW SEVILLE IN A YEAR OR SO.
Incredible Car
I bought this car about 9 months ago. I look for reasons to drive it. It truly is a driving dream in every sense. I felt especially safe during the Chicago winter season due to the suspension, traction control and stability control. It truly is an amazing car to handle. The interior is extremely luxurious, and very well put together. The heated seats just add to the driving pleasure. I will definitely buy another certified Cadillac.
Cadillac convert
As a long time import owner, domestics were never high on my list. I've owned several Nissan / Infiniti vehicles. Needed a larger vehicle for the family and to travel in. STS works perfectly everyone has room and the Caddy more than gets up. Pretty much every creature comfort available and rides quiet. By the way, I'm way under 40 so the looks from the older Caddy owners are just great.
It's a Cadillac
Like the age old ad says it's the "penalty of leadership." All of these Sevilles are based on the 1998 design. Compared to all other makes no one was this progressive. Sure the car is a bit heavy, expensive to own, and expensive to repair, but all in all it's a superlative motor car. Overall I've had minimal problems with this car for the amount of technology involved. The seat heaters were replaced under warranty, it had a vibration at 65 mph fixed under warranty, and the valve position sensor had to be replaced. Otherwise this is a start it up and go car. Not to mention it can pass anything else on the road quite effortlessly. Bottom line, if you want to drive GM's top of the line expect some minor problems. Overall it is luxury at its best!
Superb
This car's exterior's exterior combines the best of European and Japanese design, with the interior luxury and comfort of an American car. It definitely is worth a look if you are interested in a car to enjoy. I look for reasons to drive it.
Good car
This car has a classic look and a great ride. Plenty of room for passengers, and comfortable seats too. My STS is great on slippery roads and in snow. There is virtually no air noise. I now have over 95,000 miles on my car, and I am having a hard time thinking about getting rid of it. It's getting older and the value is going down, but I still love it.
Owners review with auto experience.
I like mine,I give it 2 big thumbs up. However, I believe that the electric gadgets is to much to go wrong. It's the closest American made car to the C- 5 Vette, in a "4dr" you can get. From the deep floor pans for leg room to the 300hp Northstar it's 1st class sport luxury.Brand new mine ran 15.03 @ 96 MPH in the 1/4 mile.I have raced and BEAT many Mustang GTs on the street from a roll-on. With it's massive weight it's not a trill outta the hole but once you get it moving, HANG-ON!Now that mine is broke-in i'm certain it would run 14.80s or better.
Slick as snot
Purchased a 2001 Seville for 2400 with 2 prior owners and only 80k miles. waaaaay below kbb. I was blown away by the leather interior. If you bought this new back in 2000 or 2001 you were the MAN. theres so much throwback to the 90s and early 2000s in this car it's such a breath of fresh air! I cannot under state this more 20 years later....if you got this thing in 2000 or 2001 you were obviously the man hahahaha its so cool. As far as the performance and mileage in 2022; this beautiful piece of car I'm not sure what happening but I save sooooo much fuel just by taking my foot off the pedal and letting it coast. I literally push it to whatever the speed limit is and take my foot off the gas and this thing costs for miles for some reason which is awesome maybe I got lucky. The v8 smokes everything on the road and I save gas by coasting and letting the cadillac do the rest. I absolutely love my Cadillac seville 2001. What a treat.
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Comfortable Car
Purchased a 2001 Cadillac Seville STS in January 2020, with 62,000 miles on it, one owner. November 2022, just shy of 80,000 miles. Consumes 2 quarts of oil between oil changes every 5000 miles. Very comfortable car. The only major thing is that the sunroof (the actual glass roof that will slide open) with all the plastic parts will not open and close properly. Plastic parts all cracked. I disconnected the fuse so I wouldn't accidently open the sunroof. Some minor paint scratches, little bit of plastic trim missing. Otherwise very nice and those that appreciate cars compliment me about the car.
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Speed and Luxury
Fell in love the minute I saw this red SLS with landau roof sitting on the showroom floor. I have 125K on this car and people still ask me if I am interested in selling. I can't believe what a great car it has been. The only issue currently is the computer system is bad and it is so expensive to repair. So we just have it serviced often to make sure all systems are good. I love the powerful get up and go, along with a luxury ride.
Saying is you get what you pay fore
Had a 2000 devil. Great car. But the 2001 sts is special. Car was parked for four years under a tree. With a lot of elbow grease looks like showroom. When you do your own work and shop rock auto. This car is amazing. 94000 miles. Replaced coil packs, injectors, all most all of the emissions crap. suspension wiring harness the mice dined on. Work yes but this car is worth it. Maintenance is key. Oil and coolant. No matter fossil or synthetic three thousand miles. And coolant every twenty thousand and you will not have head casket problems. Fun car to drive.
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Nice Car
No other car will match up to this one it is great!!!!
2001 Cadillac Seville STS Review
Acceleration seems slow and the car feels too heavy. The front wheel drive with 300 horsepower causes the traction control to come on constantly in slick conditions. I replaced the factory Goodyears with Michelins and it improved. Lots of little problems need fixing, thank goodness its under warranty. The interior is nice and comfortable and the sound system is good. Lots of standard features. Definitely not a drivers car. Huge first year depreciation hit. Consider a purchase it performance is secondary to comfort. Even smarter is buying one a year or two old and avoid the depreciation hit.
2001 SLS
No major problems once the Goodyear tires were replaced by the dealer at no charge.