Driving The Last Great Cadillac - Review and Test Drive of This 48K Mile 1990 Brougham D'Elegance

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  • SOLD I don't care about the haters - to me, without a doubt, this is the last great Cadillac ever built, at least in terms of what originally defined a Cadillac - full frame, ride like a cloud, ornate decor, V8 power, and enough supple leather inside to scare a herd of cows. This low mileage example is finished in my favorite 80s color - Autumn Maple Red with matching leather, and is an absolute time machine - the best preserved example I've seen in almost two decades.
    By the time this Brougham rolled off the assembly line in Texas, Cadillac had given the Fleetwood name exclusively to the smaller front-drive platform, and kept only the Brougham name for this big rear driver. The D'Elegance Package added button-tucked leather, embroidered script on the door panels, rear adjustable map lights, and few more bits of bling. The 5.7 liter option added the bigger corporate GM engine (350 Chevy) with the 4L60E 4-speed automatic, a nearly bulletproof drivetrain. This thing was made to eat up highway, and float its way to the yacht club.
    So having and driving this car is a bit of a dream for me - I'd been looking for one for quite a while, but onl saw turds and beaters floating around. To play with one in this condition was more than I could have asked. Full walkaround, test drive, and review by Bill. The car is for sale at Auto Europa Naples, and can be viewed at www.AENaples.com. For more information, call Marty at (239) 298-8000. SOLD*

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  • @csfan65
    @csfan65 4 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    A neighbor bought one of these in 1990, and he let me drive it once. I have never driven anything as elegant and classy as that car. This was when a Cadillac was really a Cadillac!!! Nothing like the crap Cadillac puts out today.

    • @04dram04
      @04dram04 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      But the style is so tacky. everything is square. Something like a jaguar from this era, was much more elegant and luxurious.

    • @TheRealNolanStyles
      @TheRealNolanStyles 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      What about the CTS-V

    • @lancedukel3436
      @lancedukel3436 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@TheRealNolanStyles you can't compare a V Series with a car like this. This is cushy comfortable and lots of room for 6 adults. A V is about performance.

    • @sheamileto598
      @sheamileto598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@lancedukel3436 Except for the Escalade SUV

    • @HighSockDavid
      @HighSockDavid 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tiger Doll good car wrong brand

  • @robertl.3074
    @robertl.3074 4 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I absolutely love this channel. You do great reviews on so many cars that I love. I’ve owned both German and American cars and there are so many classics that you cover. I live in Jacksonville not far from where you are, don’t be surprised if I buy a car from you folks.

  • @DG_Haus
    @DG_Haus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm in absolute awe for the whole video

  • @00jdadams
    @00jdadams 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely loved these cars back in the 80s! these cars were the best in class and elegance back then, they were the sign that you made it. I loved the ride in these cars, and the technology. My only gripe, the quality was garbage. My dad went through at least three eldorado's in the 80s, trim would start falling off after 6 months, the tops of the ashtrays would disappear inside the door panels never to be retrieved again. in every one he had the alternator would inevitably fail, and it usually happens when he was going up a hill only to end up coasting backwards into a ditch! Despite this, I still loved these cars. I especially like the color on that one! Absolutely incredible! Hopefully the next owner takes as good care of it as the previous owners did.

  • @avenezuela3599
    @avenezuela3599 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Total classic!!!

  • @joeyv2008
    @joeyv2008 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow what a gorgeous gem of a car!!

  • @richardcoates4471
    @richardcoates4471 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love those faux wood dash lights. Cool.

  • @ahumpage
    @ahumpage 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had one of these and loved it. My wife hated it. Ours was The Golden Barge. Wish I had another. Appreciate the review but one thing I do know... you've never been in an English gentleman's club. :-) The seats are nothing like that.

  • @ChevyBM
    @ChevyBM 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Those are great cars and really dependable, Chevy TBI motor and all the rest still old skool! The next generation 93-96 were also good cars especially the 94-96 with the LT1. Cadillac should bring back the body on frame sedans and not try to make a BMW.....
    But damn that Caddy is beautiful!

  • @courtneypuzzo2502
    @courtneypuzzo2502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    some of todays Cadillac cars are nice though they've had some legendary blunders over the last 40 years or so I.E. Cimarron being a badge engineered Cavalier or the over pricing of the Allante for what it was they stopped making the Brougham in 1992 the Fleetwood retired in 1996 though later models were still used in fleet service until the mid 2010s we rented a Fleetwood limo for my high school Sr. prom in May 2004 or it could've been a late model stretch Cadillac Deville the late model Deville Sedan was 207 in or 17 .25 Ft long which is 14 inches shorter than the 1979 model of the same car my maternal grandmother drove a used 1979 Coupe Deville when I was a little kid

  • @jamesmcconnachie2318
    @jamesmcconnachie2318 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a Brit, I like these cars as a guilty pleasure but they certainly aren't pretty. They've got a certain charm though. Pity they're not RHD, or can go around bends, or that fast, or have decent miles per gallon. They only make sense in the US.

  • @TabukMasters
    @TabukMasters 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love to get this car.

  • @klaas1961
    @klaas1961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    hell yeah , when cars were cars

    • @mikegehre570
      @mikegehre570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You’re presentations are both informative and entertaining. You sound a bit like Uncle Arthur from “Bewitched.”

  • @recl971
    @recl971 4 ปีที่แล้ว +152

    Best car channel hands down ,love the rants,Only complaint ,not enough of these reviews ,for the love of God I go through proper withdrawals after a couple days

    • @Dave.S.TT600
      @Dave.S.TT600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Get some help, before you end up like the rest of us.

    • @805NAVE
      @805NAVE 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Same!! After like 2 days, I’m like when the hell is Bill gonna upload again??

    • @floyd27860
      @floyd27860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I agree. I die laughing when he gets off topic 😭

    • @TheShootist
      @TheShootist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Did he give it a Doug score? No? Not the greatest.

    • @georgeloizou2484
      @georgeloizou2484 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      agree! want to see some Mopar though

  • @bricktonyb
    @bricktonyb 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I love Bill: "pay women 72 cents on the dollar" HAHAAHAHA

  • @DianaMillan
    @DianaMillan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    “The average age is deceased” 😂😂😂

    • @GOOSEMON2007
      @GOOSEMON2007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jhadae C. Yeah, don’t ever try to hard to be funny, cause you are not funny at all. Stick to revlon and mindless activities you do you dunce.

    • @mitchellwalton481
      @mitchellwalton481 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hahaha...

    • @corrado9683
      @corrado9683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      But this car will never die!

    • @twizzy585ots
      @twizzy585ots ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I really cried 😭

    • @christopherwilson7698
      @christopherwilson7698 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely love love love it I grew up in the back seat of the Fleetwood Broughams my dad bought a new one every 2 years I would give anything to be back in that backseat fighting with my brother and sister

  • @ryansrides9714
    @ryansrides9714 4 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Gorgeous cadillac, great video!!! I loved hearing about the history of Cadillac!!!

  • @vorsprungdurchtech
    @vorsprungdurchtech 4 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I’m with you on this one Bill! I LOVE THAT CADILLAC!!! The rims make a HUGE difference.

  • @gary1705
    @gary1705 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    What a magnificent example of that era of motor Engineering such a gorgeous colour I always wanted one of those but I never had a garage that would fit it thanks so much for today's excellent presentation Bill 👍

    • @dpoy2086
      @dpoy2086 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just park it outside lol😂

  • @Tracks777
    @Tracks777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    amazing stuff

  • @ruk2023--
    @ruk2023-- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    This is by far the most desirable car I have seen on your channel (for my tastes anyway).

    • @ruk2023--
      @ruk2023-- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @DC Williams Yes, quite. You got me. Sounding cool on TH-cam is really all my life is about :D

  • @gregvarner9562
    @gregvarner9562 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    "We all ate dinner early and drove slow in the fast lane..." so so true

    • @mrbrowz1000101
      @mrbrowz1000101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I miss those days...God.

    • @31847448
      @31847448 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love these lines !

  • @frankburns8871
    @frankburns8871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I only tune in for the weather and bird reports.

  • @timh1907
    @timh1907 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    "Mr and Mrs Howell" you are the best Bill. Your best car and review yet. 👍😉

  • @242HP
    @242HP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Even if I never get to buy a car from you, it's worth the time to watch your videos just to hear your own unique style talking about the cars you're selling. But as a 59 year old man, I love those old Caddies too! The haters are going to call them "land yachts", and talk about how slow they are and how they don't handle well, but as you get older you appreciate comfort more and just being able to take your time doing things instead of always rushing around for no reason.

    • @Weisserdau
      @Weisserdau ปีที่แล้ว

      As a 63 year old car lover, slow and comfy is the new cool!

    • @anwar99921
      @anwar99921 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Call Jesus and he will call some one to give you your dream car . I am Muslim and I love Jesus and some many times I dream about him .

  • @brettgoddard28
    @brettgoddard28 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Dam Bill! You outdid yourself this time!! What a piece of yummy Cadillac candy!

  • @TheSimonhammond
    @TheSimonhammond 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    OMG I'm absolutely enjoying this channel, I'm really loving the humour.

  • @jpaley550
    @jpaley550 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    "I swear he's says "Cadamac" in the beginning....LOL...

    • @crecasens
      @crecasens 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Blueflame - yeah he said it several times

    • @Rocketjay12
      @Rocketjay12 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He also said "coomer" instead of cooler when referring to the weather. Who speaks like that? This guy is drunk.

    • @stefanquartly4018
      @stefanquartly4018 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Definitely says it. In fact I stopped the video a couple minutes in to check the comments about it lol

    • @kelvinalston41
      @kelvinalston41 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Rocketjay12 😁😁😁 gotta be

    • @davids6533
      @davids6533 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Some people have a slight speech impediment. At least he's not some British/Australian/Boston, etc. guy that can't or don't pronounce his "Rs" otherwise this would be a "cah" video.

  • @SIGINT007
    @SIGINT007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    B/D body GMs were the best big American cars ever made.
    This review is outstanding...best car review ever posted to TH-cam.

  • @charlesbrougham481
    @charlesbrougham481 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you for the “Jacking Instruction ref”

  • @alexcalderon7759
    @alexcalderon7759 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Beautiful Cadillac I agree with everything you’re saying buddy

  • @abguy4
    @abguy4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    EPIC~! No haters in sight. I ck'd the web price. Nope - You didn't overpay, that's still a steal. This is a like new real V8 Cadillac Brougham D'Elegance furgawdsakes. Worth every penny.

  • @mitchellwalton481
    @mitchellwalton481 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I loved your description concerning the steering of this car, when you were first pulling out onto the street. Lol, that you didn't really steer the car, but was more like a yacht, choose a point, aim the vehicle and make course corrections along the way! Hahaha. So very true of the Cadillacs from this era! Great analogy.

  • @bbrenddon
    @bbrenddon 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    '90 same year as my Lincoln Town Car. Built to compete with it at the time, very very nice

  • @JoesGoldenGarage
    @JoesGoldenGarage 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That is amazing. Amazing! I had grand parents that had a 90 that was as blue as blue could be. Inside and out. When they passed several yrs ago it was sold in the estate with 1600 miles. Yep. They daily drove an Avalon

  • @AstonThaRat
    @AstonThaRat 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I absolutely love my 88 Brougham D’Elegance. I’m only the second owner and it has less than half the miles of yours. Great commentary! You bad mouthed Dems, insulted the Jimmy Carter Era, praised the Reagan economy, and even took a jab at the absurdity of men who dress like women. I just might have to subscribe to your channel. Thanks for the laughs and the stellar review, of a truly epic vehicle.

    • @Nightbird.
      @Nightbird. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Those insults are why he lives in FL: Home of fucked-up conservatives. You idiots are the only people who would be proud of being conned by a fired reality TV actor into being President. Hope you enjoy all the people he is killing due to ignoring Covid-19 guidelines set by doctors. Now go find a large group of people to hang with and breathe in their coughing.

    • @patrickflohe7427
      @patrickflohe7427 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bill is awesome, isn’t he?
      He’s my hero!

  • @davidlindgren6
    @davidlindgren6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bill...I'm addicted to the sarcasm and love the 'history lessons thrown in. Your 'old school' and in my neighborhood in that era. I bought a new 1978 Sedan Deville de elegance and still miss that one. Keep'em coming and don't let the dum-dems win your mind over. I've asked my pharmacist for your special covid a-bay... the jury is still out on that one.

  • @tomtheyank1
    @tomtheyank1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    In my younger days Bill , when I was 17 - 19 ish.. used to take my bosses Cadillac's to the car wash.. say 81 abouts he had a beautiful 1977 Seville, Mourne and gold.. a 76 Mercedes Sl , silver and black ... the looks I'd get in those cars... but those old el dorotos , Divilles , Saville. We're truly the best American cars.. like driving a sofa through the clouds ⛅... I really enjoy your videos bill.. all the best ...

  • @flgators1975
    @flgators1975 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Took me a minute to catch that joke at 11:42 LOL

    • @thecrazeecow1682
      @thecrazeecow1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ikr

    • @floyd27860
      @floyd27860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I loved it. It was so subtle, I went back & listened to it again 🤣

  • @billace90
    @billace90 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow. I totally enjoyed the review and agree with you, it is an epic car, and it’s pure class.
    This car represents fine, late century American craftsmanship.
    Finally, those who call the car a crap are full of envy, that’s all.

  • @mmnnra55
    @mmnnra55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    No I agree with you!! that's definitely epic...
    I love all the big box Cadillacs...

  • @jamesfrench7299
    @jamesfrench7299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As an Aussie observer I definitely prefer the quad headlights of the previous years. Saw a tan 1980s Fleetwood last year here in Sydney going past late at night. It warmed my heart.
    I like the front bumpers on this and definitely prefer the digital dash over the strip speedometer. Also like the entertainment unit with green LED display and Cadillac logo.
    So happy you are so into this car.

    • @bluwng
      @bluwng ปีที่แล้ว

      I had a 78:Coupe and prefer it. Corvettes couldn’t shake me at top end in the highway, I’m sure these newer models would get smoked.

  • @karlp8484
    @karlp8484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When I was about 13 in about 1975 my favourite car magazine had a comparison test between a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, a Cadillac De Ville, Mercedes 450 SEL and a Daimler Double Six (Jaguar). They had diagrams of the suspensions and I just went whoa! when I saw how many links the Cadillac suspension had. It looked the most sophisticated of them all and I really didn't expect that (the Cadillac was by far the cheapest).

  • @MrCarGuy
    @MrCarGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Fleetwood after this was the last one to me.

    • @redrocker1055
      @redrocker1055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Yep, the 1993-1996 with the LT1. Awesome cars.

    • @jmsmikey
      @jmsmikey 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree, but the DTS up to 2011 would do it for me too, and there are a lot of them out there used & perfect for 15k and under.

    • @MrCarGuy
      @MrCarGuy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jmsmikey The implied criteria was not FWD, but I know what you mean.

    • @outspokengenius
      @outspokengenius 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jmsmikey If the Northstar engine wasn't such a disaster. They're great when they work but overheat them one time and your done. Which is easy to do with the hidden water pump and belt on the opposite side of the engine.

    • @jmsmikey
      @jmsmikey 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@outspokengenius Wow~ thanks for the info. I have a Crown Victoria now & the 4.6 is just the best engine ever~ so I think the very similar Town Car would be a better choice.

  • @dougnapoltes1036
    @dougnapoltes1036 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love Love Love that red exterior & interior! It’s beautiful! My church choir director drove a blue one from this generation. I like the red much more!

  • @Applecompuser
    @Applecompuser 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    In Staten Island when I grew up, this was also the car. It's a beauty.

  • @t.l.robinson2162
    @t.l.robinson2162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is a very beautiful car. I have a '92 in this color. I'll never sell it. It is my road car.

  • @mazzman93
    @mazzman93 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautiful Cadillac! I have a 90 Brougham I bought in 2000. Great car. I love driving it. Had 120,000 miles when I got it. Just over 300K now. Motor still runs great!
    How much did this one sell for? I am looking for one just like this. Same color and matching leather.

  • @tommitchell2055
    @tommitchell2055 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I think the 94-96 lt1 Fleetwoods are contenders for the name of "last great Cadillac". 80 more horse power than this car with all the modern features you really need, it is a much needed refresh over the archaic brougham. Although this brougham arguably has more iconic styling. You said the 93-96 had weird aero styling but to me it seems similar to the 70s Chrysler/imperial fuselage styling when you look at how the sides curve out. Really it doesn't look too different than the early 90s town cars with the big headlights, you can tell they both wanted to get away from the boxy 80s styling. I do like how the 93-96 Fleetwood still has a small hint of tail light fins, they weren't wrap around lights like on the town car

    • @wessteenrod7116
      @wessteenrod7116 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I disagree. While you are correct the drivetrain is better in the 93-96...the interior leaves much to be desired. And that's a big deal. Plus,this one is the last with the traditional "Cadillac" body style,when you say the word Cadillac to most people,they think of this body,or an early 60's car.

  • @hollbri2
    @hollbri2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    a masterpiece on wheels.perfect 70ties styling, better transmission, great engine-thats what luxury is all about!!i looove it!!

  • @e.f.clarke2041
    @e.f.clarke2041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    “Nice little upgrade of modürmnńñîdity” 18:35

  • @moonbeamskies3346
    @moonbeamskies3346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Outstanding video, and great car. I agree, this is a real Cadillac in every sense of the word. Pretty much uncompromised, even with the corporate GM engine. But I would not go so far as to say the later rounded Fleetwood wasn't also a true Cadillac. To me this one looks better, but the rounded one had the LT1 version of the 5.7 liter with 260 hp that made up for it.

  • @williamblair5508
    @williamblair5508 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My 73 Coupe de Ville, one of a few vehicle I wish I kept. Sold it for $ 500 damnit!

  • @mikegehre570
    @mikegehre570 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Outstanding and informative reviews. Very entertaining too. You sound like Uncle Arthur on “Bewitched “

    • @markmccuistian5953
      @markmccuistian5953 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Gehre oh. Oh no you didn’t lol

    • @gt-37guy6
      @gt-37guy6 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The actor was Paul Lynde. He does have the wit and sarcasm..

  • @paolozanconato3665
    @paolozanconato3665 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Ok is original usa cars. I love it style wow

  • @paulbarry192
    @paulbarry192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love it. When you have to leave your living room couch at night to get a gallon of milk and not know you have left it,,,,,,you know you're in a Caddi D'elegance!!

  • @kennethsouthard6042
    @kennethsouthard6042 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Awesome tour of that Caddy. As I remember it, in 1990 many people didn't know that Cadillac was still even making these as all of their marketing efforts were on the front wheel drive models.

  • @jliscorpio
    @jliscorpio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's amazing how similar the interior appointments in this 1990 Brougham d'Elegance is to my 1980 Seville Elegante. I love my Cadillac. It's ridiculous and so am I.

  • @doug9066
    @doug9066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yep I agree, I was in my teens to 20's to 30's I've loved them & still do. If i could afford when new i would've bought one. I know what you mean about the steering wheel now days, my 2006 Lincoln Town Car has a somewhat fat steering wheel, I remember when they were thin too.

  • @leahsteves-whitney2945
    @leahsteves-whitney2945 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have owned many of them and no other car since rides as good !! They get very decent fuel mileage and the interior is like sitting on luxurious furniture in your home . The very best part they are mechanically superb just normal maintenance will keep them running for years.

  • @dallaswebb9021
    @dallaswebb9021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I drove them new when I worked for Uzzle Cadillac in Durham, NC. Buyers were definitely older. Thanks for the entertainment

  • @dinopappous6639
    @dinopappous6639 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At 7:50 YOU NAILED IT !!! All the alphanumeric *ullshit names for cars these days !!!
    God Bless Alfa Romeo which still NAMES THEIR CARS !!! Giulia / Stelvio / Tonale ....
    FORZA ALFA BABY !!!! THE KING IS BACK !!!!
    DON'T DRINK THE GERMAN KOOL AID !!! HANZ AND FRANZ ARE POURING !!!!!

  • @Skunked68
    @Skunked68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mr Bill, your reviews never a disappointment. Excellent. And what a most excellent Caddy in every way possible, the only stink eye I give is a digi-weenie instrument cluster. The car makes me wish to fill it with another retired couple, good friends and relatives, trunk full of luggage and head to sunny Arizona for 5 months of winter, just like some old timer fat wallet relatives I had,as they used to do in the 70’s to mid 80’s. The main car they carpooled to Az in was a beautiful ginormous 76 Olds Delta 88 Royale with a monster Olds 455 engine. The last year each GM brand had their own engines. I recall Olds and Buick guys very upset with a generic Chevy 8 in 1977. Cinnamon red metallic, white vinyl top. Four door pillar-less. I remember the 76 Olds brand spanking new at family reunion and was the first year of square headlights. It looked so awesome. Eventually I bought it when it was 6 years old and under 80,000 miles, $1800. To this day, it was the best used car I ever had, and as good or better than most new ones. 250,000 miles, no leaks, no oil consumption, always started even at 25 below zero and setting outside, no block heater. Rust was the only thing at end years. The worst worn out freeze thaw roads it just floated and glided right over, couldn’t feel the bumps. Man, what a car !! Several times in perfect weather I had friend drive it, all four windows down for panoramic view of green, lush corn and bean fields of the country, and I sat in back, like being chauffeured in a limo, I looked out and the front seemed to go on forever. She was some car, no doubt. I think 14 mpg’s highway was respectable. Sweet memories, thanks for stirring them with this magnificent Cadillac.

  • @johnbrady3249
    @johnbrady3249 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love these Cadillacs. I didn’t at first, I thought they were too boxy. But I seem to have acquired better taste since then.
    Also good for your co-worker! Live and let live I say.

  • @richsan4923
    @richsan4923 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Before I was born...I think my dad had a 1972 I believe Fleetwood Brougham in London. I have no idea why. A completely unpractical vehicle in England and God knows where he had it from. Were there Cadillac dealers in England??

  • @aerbes1
    @aerbes1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    CADIMACK??

  • @MrMenefrego1
    @MrMenefrego1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Auto Europa Naples *You are a man after my own heart, Bill lol! I swear, we must have the same father or something because both our love of REAL automobiles, American automobiles, like this TRULY BEAUTIFUL CADDY and, our rather sickish, by Snowflake standards, Baby Boomer sense of humor are identical! At,**11:42**, you say, "And of course your jacking instructions, the poor guy at our service center isn't going to need those anymore!" is something I would have said, you are truly CLASSIC! & HILARIOUS! But, you missed making a joke about him when you said the trunk "sucked" the trunk lid down, something the guy in the service center will be doing a lot more of in the future! lol. God, do I miss the pre-P.C.-World! Thank you, libs! Anyway, I went to your website and tried to contact you about buying a car, but it wouldn't allow my Dutch, as in The Netherlands, phone number and, wouldn't allow me to send my info. Is there another way in which I can contact you? I am going to buy an older, 60's to late-'80's, maybe early 90's American car, a Caddy or Lincoln and then have it shipped out here to The Netherlands, as good older American cars are as rare as hen's teeth here! My wife has a new BMW and a beautiful little '79 Lincoln Versailles with 45-K miles, which she just loves! I have a small collection of various American cars, I want MORE! Greedy American that I am! lol If you see this, please let me know. I'm going to buy a car anyway, why not buy it from a fellow 'Boomer'?*

  • @manofthehour6856
    @manofthehour6856 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don't hate it at all, Bill . . . it is proudly classic American. Blame "Car and Driver" magazine with their irreverence for anything non-German and / or non-Supercar for "American shaming" the Big Three into building "European-style" FWD cars instead of the cars they specialized in making for decades. The interior DOES look expensive and tastefully done in the classic style. Too bad GM / Cadillac became schizophrenic during the 1980s and was unsure whether to take the plunge full force on FWD on virtually everything, or stay with tried and true engineering and simple, reliable designs. Maybe if American car buyers were given some decent choices with RWD / size in the 1980s into 1990s, we wouldn't have such a defection to and prolifaration of trucks and SUVs today. In that respect, I think the CAFE standards backfired completely.

  • @The_R-n-I_Guy
    @The_R-n-I_Guy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    When cars stopped having chrome bumpers, I stopped being interested. The only technology I like in modern vehicles are fuel injection (but a carburetor works fine), advanced suspension geometries and components, and radial tires. I don't need the distributorless, sensor controlled timing but it's okay. I don't like ABS, traction control, lane assist, parking sensors and I absolutely hate that giant screen on the dash. Give me buttons, dials and switches so I don't have to look away from the road. Too many distractions in modern vehicles

  • @penguin6204
    @penguin6204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love those Old Cadillac’s .. they were and are TRUE American Luxury Cars..
    Hope to cone there and buy one soon.. oh, Lincoln Town-cars too

  • @francisgerald7642
    @francisgerald7642 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Forget that! Give me a nice new mini SUV such as a Rogue! Who wants a car that crosses train tracks,as smoothly as a newly paved blacktop , when u can be jostled about like u are crossing the prarie in a covered wagon? Who wants to set on seats that are as comfortable,and elegant and big as living room furniture when you can sit on narrow, stiff seats reminiscent of park benches? Who wants long elegant flowing body lines when you can have what looks like an oversized roller skate? Who wants that old school class? Me,me,me!!! The only way a modern car could turn my head was if it smashed into a tree making a loud bang.

  • @paulsheehan789
    @paulsheehan789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i hate that those j.a's of g.m wouldn't put and airbags in the 1990 model, that killed chevy caprice sales! in 1991 chevy put a beached whale on 4 wheels, as did buick and cadillacs!

  • @1ConcernedIndividual
    @1ConcernedIndividual 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a 1976 Cadillac with a 500 cubic inch engine. All leather seats. Very sweet car. Got it cheap because gas prices were so high people wanted to get rid of them - fire sale style. This car looks sweet. The problem is you drive this thing around and you look like a bum.

  • @Uyytrdf
    @Uyytrdf 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Highlight of the video is THE INTERIOR LOOKS LIKE A FRENCH WHOREHOUSE

  • @nonyabusiness4860
    @nonyabusiness4860 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Calling all Miami pimps!! LMAO

  • @aurorajones8481
    @aurorajones8481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    LOL I keep thinking im 30... yea that was 10 years ago. BUT I LOVE IT. Id bet you still have it.

  • @zacharyhall689
    @zacharyhall689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cars like these make contemporary cars look cheap-looking... Even the sports cars of our time, truly hard to beat in terms of qc.

  • @Jhihmoac
    @Jhihmoac 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Of course! In the early 90s, the purists whom grew up around those _"ship's anchor"_ big blocks of two decades ago _would_ scream about a 350 GM truck motor powering these later land yachts, but then again in these later times, gas was no longer cheaper than a can of _Campbell's Chicken Noodle Soup,_ either!

  • @joseduranjr3152
    @joseduranjr3152 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That’s the Cadillac I want!!!

  • @charlestolbert9681
    @charlestolbert9681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love it wish i could afford it

  • @lilibethdoherty295
    @lilibethdoherty295 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When I parked cars during most of the 80's most of the seville's of the era the brakes would go all the way to the floor! the brougham was never a problem and was a fine car!

  • @MS-wb5mf
    @MS-wb5mf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember when George and Barbara Bush returned to Houston after leaving office they were driven to their home in one that looked just like this , no limousine just a 4 door sedan.

  • @aintnomeaning
    @aintnomeaning 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This thing is money - my eBay search history will never recover from your channel.

  • @knitterscheidt
    @knitterscheidt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    how often when you get home from a ride in this Caddy do you find a crumpled up Kia or Hyundai under the wheel wells? you should be on radio...great voice

  • @georgecollins2345
    @georgecollins2345 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Trump word is "Great League ". Not to be confused with greatly. Trump, my man!

  • @TheUnsureFox
    @TheUnsureFox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Absolutely beautiful. That color sets it off!

  • @gsten2116
    @gsten2116 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The reason I watch is because you dont care. Love it Bill.

  • @jasonozzy8655
    @jasonozzy8655 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    “Lovely place to consummate a relationship” lol 😂
    I love your car reviews!
    I don’t know how you don’t have 10 million subscribers.

    • @chonasimpson6487
      @chonasimpson6487 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A lot of snowflakes out there that is why.

  • @markschlotter1282
    @markschlotter1282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a white 92. it's in good shape for it's age Last of the real caddies. No way I would sell it.

  • @MostlyBuicks
    @MostlyBuicks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Hmm, I would extend the honor of "last great Cadillac" to the 1994-1996 Fleetwood.

    • @brentb5303
      @brentb5303 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The size was old school Cadillac. The ride was like driving a tank floating on a cloud. GM got cheap with the interior. Body panels and accoutrements fit poorly and/or just fell off. Underneath it's old school Cadillac but I get why people leave them off the list.

    • @CoachMacho954
      @CoachMacho954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No. I've owned both. The 90 is a much more solid, detailed, reliable car.

    • @somebodysomeone8213
      @somebodysomeone8213 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      94-96 had the LT1! Great cars!

    • @CoachMacho954
      @CoachMacho954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @prestige worldwide wide wide wide wide I own a 90 and a 94. The 94 is fun to drive but an absolute piece of shit compared to my 90.

    • @mrRufffnTumble
      @mrRufffnTumble 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brentb5303 I'm not sure if a tank floating on a cloud is a good thing or bad lol never experienced that before

  • @LovesGreatness
    @LovesGreatness 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I miss those kind of of cars...the original seven seater. A couple of broads with their guys in the back...me driving with a chick sitting in the middle next to me and a good buddy sitting in the front seat.

  • @deanzak2307
    @deanzak2307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very beautiful car! 😍😍😍😍😍 and those where very expensive back then lol

  • @oN_eXcuses
    @oN_eXcuses 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is your dream car in what looks to be in pristine condition. Finding a 1990 Brougham D'Elegance with such low miles on it is rare. Selling it seems a bit odd

  • @MostlyBuicks
    @MostlyBuicks ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My favorite colors on these are black (of course) this Autumn Maple, Antelope and Academy Grey.

  • @MarinCipollina
    @MarinCipollina 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm delighted you took the opportunity to do this particular model a second time. I cannot get enough of that car.. What can I say, I'm a Cadillac guy, born in 1957, which was a pretty good year for a Cadillac guy to be born. As a child, ALL years of the post-war Cadillacs were very much part of the national fleet. As a child, I was fascinated to pick out design details and marvel over their evolution over the years. And more than any other car company, Cadillac was a car that resolutely stuck with an evolution of the original model of the car, all the way to the bitter inevitable end.
    Specifically, high powered, massively proportioned coupes, sedans, limousines and convertibles. They all had that snooty 'look at me' look that only Cadillac was able to pull off. By 1992, the party was over. The beached whale Fleetwood that returned in 1993 looks like the box the Seville STS shipped in. Very ungainly proportions that just looked weird, and the passage of time hasn't done it any favors. Which is too bad, because an attractive update may have kept the model going. But probably not. The plant was retooled for this SUV onslaught, and it's been all downhill for traditional motor cars for the most part. Bland, boring, mostly reliable appliances. Whatever..
    The 1992 STS allowed Cadillac to demonstrate it's atrophied design mojo, but they didn't continue in that direction with other models. The Eldorado of the same generation, was rather underwhelming IMO... Design on that one was restrained to the point of near anonymity, The taillights, fenders and grille from this 1990 Fleetwood.. (I know they call it a 'Brougham'.. Don't let them kid you, this is the classic Fleetwood.) would be an improvement, but Cadillac designers should have been able to do much better than what we wound up with.
    Love your channel.. it's like a box of chocolates for me, trying to decide which to watch next. So far, all have been informative and highly enjoyable. Keep it up !

  • @texboyporsche944
    @texboyporsche944 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ridin on 4s

  • @burningblue1254
    @burningblue1254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bill, Canada loves you. I love these Cadillacs. These are truly remarkable automobiles. When you see a car like this; heads turn, eyes widen, jaws drop. I have an Escalade which to me is the last vestiges of this now forgotten era of automobiles. Nothing like it was, but as good as it gets these days. These cars had class, character, personality, and exuded opulence. You know what they had too, in spades??? Room! I am 6 foot 5 and these little pretend cars are the size of a compact car from the 60's or 70's. I have suits bigger than some of these cars.

  • @jeeper5264
    @jeeper5264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love this Cadillac...so clean

  • @vido4x4
    @vido4x4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These cars float over roadway imperfections like your riding on a mattress.

  • @kennethrine8171
    @kennethrine8171 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Dad had a 1989 we loved that car. My Dad let me take it to prom every one thought we were rich lol 😆