1968 Cadillac

1968 Cadillac

On paper, it seemed that the main distinctions of cars in the DeVille lineup were the installation of a power-operated front seat with horizontal adjustment and the addition of illuminated door panel reflectors. There were, however, richer appointments inside and out, including the traditional rear fender Tiffany-like scripts and plusher upholstery trims. In addition, twice as many body styles were provided in DeVille level finish.

STYLE

Model No.Style No.Body TypeSeatFactory PriceShipping WeightProduction Total
68-68368369-L
4-door Sedan

4-door Sedan

6$57852127 kg9,850
68-68368349-B
4-door Hardtop Sedan

4-door Hardtop Sedan

6$57852125 kg72,662
68-68368347-J
2-door Coupe DeVille

2-door Coupe DeVille

6$55522089 kg63,935
68-68368367-F
2-door Convertible Deville

2-door Convertible Deville

6$57362091 kg18,025

NOTE: Some sources list lower prices for 1968 Cadillacs, indicating a mid-year increase. The higher recorded prices are being used here.

ENGINE

TypeV-8. Overhead valves
BlockCast iron block
Displacement7.729 Liters
Bore and stroke109.2mm x 103.1mm
Compression ratio10.5:1
Brake horsepower375 hp @ 4400 rpm
Power280 kW @ 4400 rpm
BearingsFive main bearings
Valve LiftersHydraulic valve lifters
CarburetorRochester Quadrajet four-barrel model 7028210S

NOTE: The new engine featured

CHASSIS

Wheelbase3289mm
Overall Length5707mm
Rear axle ratio2.94:1
Transmissionthree-speed Turbo-Hydramatic
Tires9.00 x 15
Front Treadnot available
Rear Treadnot available

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

1968 Cadillac

1968 Cadillac

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Availability and prices of options and accessories were largely the same as 1967
Auxiliary horn$16
Automatic level control option on Deville$79
Automatic Climate Control$516
Bucket seats with console on models Deville (F-J-B) with leather upholstery required$184
Firemist finish$132
Cruise control$95
Rear window defogger on Deville (J-B-L)$27
Door guards$5-8
Soft Ray glass$51
Guide-Matic headlamp control$51
Head rests$53
Leather upholstery, models J-B-L$138
License frame$13 pair
Padded roof on Coupe DeVille$132
Padded roof on Sedans$137
Power door locks, two-door$47
Power door locks, four-door$68
Power ventipanes with required power windows$72
AM radio$162
AM/FM radio$188
AM/FM stereo$288
Reclining front seat with headrests on Convertible with required bucket seats$84
Four-way lefthand power bucket seat on models F-J-B$53
Six-way power front seat on models F-J-B-L$83
Rear center seat belt$11
Front shoulder straps$32
Tilt-telescope steering wheel$90
Remote control trunk lock$52
Twilight Sentinel$32
White sidewall tires, size 9.00 x 15 four-ply 8PR-5$56 exchange
New items of optional equipment were added as well
Twin front and rear floor mats for all DeVille models$17
Front seat warmer for all DeVille models$95

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