1960-1969

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 1944

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1963 Cadillac Fleetwood

SERIES SIXTY-SPECIAL FLEETWOOD

The Sixty-Special Fleetwood sedan was, again, distinguished by chevron slashes of bright metal on the sides of the roof "C" pillars. Also seen were full-length bright metal underscores, clean side styling, a rear end quadrant pattern grille and Cadillac crest medallions towards the back of the rear fenders. Standard equipment included all normal 6300 sub-series features, plus power ventipanes.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
63-60M	6039M	4-door Hardtop Sedan	6	6366	4690	14,000

SERIES 5700 - FLEETWOOD 75

Cadillac's extra-long nine-passenger cars were the only pillared four-door sedans in the line. Standard equipment was the same as on base 6300 models and Series 62 convertibles. Trimmings included a full-length lower beltline molding of a simple, but elegant design. Convertible top-look rooflines and windshields with forward "dog leg" style pillars were 1962 carry-overs seen exclusively on this line.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
63-67R	6723R	4-door Sedan	9	9724	5240	680
63-67S	6733S	4-door Limousine	9	9939	5300	795
63-68	6890	Commercial chassis	-	-	-	2,527

NOTE: The commercial chassis featured a 156 inch wheelbase and was provided to professional car makers for construction of funeral cars, ambulances, etc.

I. D. NUMBERS

Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1962, with the first pair of symbols changed to "63" to indicate the new model year.
Applicable codes were stamped in the same locations on the cars.

ENGINE

V-8 - Overhead valves
Cast iron block
Displacement: 390 cubic inches
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.875 inches
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800 rpm
Five main bearings
Hydraulic valve lifters
Carburetion: Rochester four-barrel model 710930.

NOTE:

Although neither engine displacement or output changed, the 1963 Cadillac V-8 was completely redesigned.
Quieter, smoother and more efficient, the new motor was one-inch lower, four inches narrower and 1-1/4 inches shorter than the 1962 V-8.
It was also some 82 pounds lighter, due to the use of aluminum accessory drives.

CHASSIS

Feature	Series 60	Series 75
Wheelbase	129.5"	149.8"
Overall length	223"	243.3"
Tires	8.00 x 15	8.20 x 15
Rear axle ratio	2.94:1	3.36:1

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

None available.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioner for Series 75 ($624)
Automatic headlight control ($45)
Controlled differential ($54)
Cruise Control ($97)
Door guards ($7)
Electric door locks ($70)
E-Z-Eye Glass ($52)
Leather upholstery for style 6039M ($134)
License plate frame ($6)
Padded roof for style 6039M ($134)
Six-way power seat ($85 or $113 depending on body style)
Power window regulators as an option ($118)
Power ventipanes as an option ($73)
Radio with rear seat speaker ($165)
Radio with rear seat speaker and remote control ($247)
AM/FM radio ($191)
Adjustable steering wheel ($48).
Remote control trunk lock ($53).
Five white sidewall tires, 8.20 x 15 four-ply on Series 60 ($57 exchange).
Five white sidewall tires, 8.20 x 15 six-ply on Series 75 models ($64 exchange).

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 1817

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1963 Cadillac Eldorado

A more distinguished-looking Biarritz arrived for 1963. The lower body "skeg" lines of 1961-62 were erased on all Cadillac’s, and wide brushed-finish rocker panel moldings gave the Biarritz closer kinship with the svelte Sixty Special. The price remained stable -- a nominal two dollars less than the year before -- and production, though still limited, increased significantly.

I. D. NUMBERS

Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1962, with the first pair of symbols changed to "63" to indicate the new model year.
Applicable codes were stamped in the same locations on the cars.

ENGINE

V-8 - Overhead valves
Cast iron block
Displacement: 390 cubic inches
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.875 inches
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800 rpm
Five main bearings
Hydraulic valve lifters
Carburetion: Rochester four-barrel model 710930.

NOTE:

Although neither engine displacement or output changed, the 1963 Cadillac V-8 was completely redesigned.
Quieter, smoother and more efficient, the new motor was one-inch lower, four inches narrower and 1-1/4 inches shorter than the 1962 V-8.
It was also some 82 pounds lighter, due to the use of aluminum accessory drives.

Model 6367E, the Eldorado Biarritz convertible, had special styling with untrimmed body sides, full-length stainless steel underscores and a rectangular grid pattern rear decorative grille. Power vent windows, white sidewall tires and six-way power seats (in bench seat mode) were standard in Eldorado's.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
63-63E	6367E	2-door Sport Convertible	6	6609	4640	1,825

CHASSIS

Wheelbase: 129.5 inches
Overall length: 223 inches
Tires: 8.20 x 15 whitewall
Rear axle ratio: 2.94:1

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

None available.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioner ($474)
Automatic headlight control ($45)
Controlled differential ($54)
Cruise Control ($97)
Door guards for ($4)
Electric door locks ($46)
E-Z-Eye Glass ($52)
License plate frame ($6)
Six-way power seat ($85 or $113 depending on body style)
Power window regulators as an option ($118)
Power ventipanes as an option ($73)
Radio with rear seat speaker ($165)
Radio with rear seat speaker and remote control ($247)
AM/FM radio ($191)
Adjustable steering wheel ($48).
Remote control trunk lock ($53).
Five white sidewall tires, 8.20 x 15 four-ply standard on Eldorado

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 2152

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1963 Cadillac DeVille

SERIES 62 - DEVILLE 6300 SUB-SERIES

This line reflected Series 62 styling revisions, but incorporated a DeVille signature script above the lower beltline molding, near the rear of the body. Standard features on DeVilles (and on base 6200 convertibles) were the same as on closed body 6200 models, plus two-way power seats and power windows. Model 6367E, the Eldorado Biarritz convertible, had special styling with untrimmed body sides, full-length stainless steel underscores and a rectangular grid pattern rear decorative grille. Power vent windows, white sidewall tires and six-way power seats (in bench seat mode) were standard in Eldorado’s.

I. D. NUMBERS

Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1962, with the first pair of symbols changed to "63" to indicate the new model year.
Applicable codes were stamped in the same locations on the cars.
The alphabetical body identification code "C" was no longer used, since the short-deck Town Sedan was dropped from the 62 Series.
However, the short-deck 6300 model, called the Sedan DeVille Park Avenue, was retained and used the same "D" body identification symbol.
Rooflines on two-door hardtops were restyled, which brought a change in body style coding, but not in the alphabetical suffix.

ENGINE

V-8 - Overhead valves
Cast iron block
Displacement: 390 cubic inches
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.875 inches
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800 rpm
Five main bearings
Hydraulic valve lifters
Carburetion: Rochester four-barrel model 710930.

NOTE:

Although neither engine displacement or output changed, the 1963 Cadillac V-8 was completely redesigned.
Quieter, smoother and more efficient, the new motor was one-inch lower, four inches narrower and 1-1/4 inches shorter than the 1962 V-8.
It was also some 82 pounds lighter, due to the use of aluminum accessory drives.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
63-63L	6329L	4-door 6-window Sedan	6	5633	4650	15,146
63-63J	6357J	2-door Coupe Deville	6	5386	4520	31,749
63-63B	6339B	4-door 4-window Sedan	6	5633	4065	30,579
63-63D	6389D	4-door Park Ave	6	5633	4590	1,575

NOTES:

The Park Avenue was a short-deck DeVille sedan.
The Style Number 6357J was the Coupe DeVille.
All Sedan DeVilles were pillarless four-door hardtops.

CHASSIS

Feature	Park Ave.	Series 62	Series 6300 Deville
Wheelbase	129.5 inches
Overall length	215 inches	223 inches
Tires	8.00 x 15
Rear axle ratio	2.94:1

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

None available.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioner for Series 60-62 ($474)
Automatic headlight control ($45)
Bucket seats in styles 6267F, 63398, 6357J or 6389D with leather upholstery required ($188).
Controlled differential ($54)
Cruise Control ($97)
Door guards for two-door styles ($4); for four-door styles ($7)
Electric door locks for two-door styles ($46); for four-door styles ($70)
E-Z-Eye Glass ($52)
Leather upholstery for styles 6339B, 6357J, or 6389D ($134)
License plate frame ($6)
Padded roof for style 6357J ($91)
Six-way power seat ($85 or $113 depending on body style)
Power window regulators as an option ($118)
Power ventipanes as an option ($73)
Radio with rear seat speaker ($165)
Radio with rear seat speaker and remote control ($247)
AM/FM radio ($191)
Front seat belts in Series 62 models ($22).
Rear seat belts in Series 62 models ($22)
Adjustable steering wheel ($48).
Remote control trunk lock ($53).
Five white sidewall tires, 8.20 x 15 four-ply on Series 62 ($57 exchange).

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 1701

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1963 Cadillac 6200

SERIES 62

In overall terms, 1963 Cadillac’s were essentially the same as the previous models. Exterior changes imparted a bolder and longer look. Hoods and deck lids were redesigned. The front fenders projected 4-5/8 inches further forward than in 1962, while the tailfins were trimmed down somewhat to provide a lower profile. Body side sculpturing was entirely eliminated. The slightly V-shaped radiator grille was taller and now incorporated outer extensions that swept below the flush-to-fender dual headlamps. Smaller, circular front parking lights were mounted in these extensions. A total of 143 options - including bucket seats; wool, leather or nylon upholstery fabrics and wood veneer facings on dash, doors and seat backs - set an all-time record for interior appointment choices. Standard equipment for cars in the 62 Series (6200 models) included power brakes; power steering; automatic transmission: dual backup lamps; windshield washers; dual speed wipers; wheel discs; remote control outside rear view mirrors; lefthand vanity mirror; oil filter; five tubeless black tires; heater; defroster and cornering lights. Convertibles were equipped with additional features, also used on all 6300 models.

I. D. NUMBERS

Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1962, with the first pair of symbols changed to "63" to indicate the new model year.
Applicable codes were stamped in the same locations on the cars.
The alphabetical body identification code "C" was no longer used, since the short-deck Town Sedan was dropped from the 62 Series.
However, the short-deck 6300 model, called the Sedan DeVille Park Avenue, was retained and used the same "D" body identification symbol.
Rooflines on two-door hardtops were restyled, which brought a change in body style coding, but not in the alphabetical suffix.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
62-63K	6229K	4-door 6-window Sedan	6	5214	4610	12,929
63-62G	6257G	2-door Coupe	6	5026	4505	16,786
63-62N	6239N	4-door 4-window Sedan	6	5214	4595	16,980
63-62F	6267F	2-door Convertible	6	5590	4544	17,600
63-62	6200	Chassis only	-	-	-	3

NOTE: All 6200 Series sedans are pillarless four-door hardtops.

ENGINE

V-8 - Overhead valves
Cast iron block
Displacement: 390 cubic inches
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.875 inches
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Horsepower: 325 @ 4800 rpm
Five main bearings
Hydraulic valve lifters
Carburetion: Rochester four-barrel model 710930.

NOTE:

Although neither engine displacement or output changed, the 1963 Cadillac V-8 was completely redesigned.
Quieter, smoother and more efficient, the new motor was one-inch lower, four inches narrower and 1-1/4 inches shorter than the 1962 V-8.
It was also some 82 pounds lighter, due to the use of aluminum accessory drives.

CHASSIS

Feature	Park Ave.	Series 62	Series 6300 Deville
Wheelbase	129.5 inches
Overall length	215 inches	223 inches
Tires	8.00 x 15
Rear axle ratio	2.94:1

POWER TRAIN OPTIONS

None available.

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

Air conditioner for Series 60-62 ($474)
Automatic headlight control ($45)
Bucket seats in styles 6267F, 63398, 6357J or 6389D with leather upholstery required ($188).
Controlled differential ($54)
Cruise Control ($97)
Door guards for two-door styles ($4); for four-door styles ($7)
Electric door locks for two-door styles ($46); for four-door styles ($70)
E-Z-Eye Glass ($52)
Leather upholstery for styles 6339B, 6357J, or 6389D ($134)
License plate frame ($6)
Padded roof for style 6357J ($91)
Six-way power seat ($85 or $113 depending on body style)
Power window regulators as an option ($118)
Power ventipanes as an option ($73)
Radio with rear seat speaker ($165)
Radio with rear seat speaker and remote control ($247)
AM/FM radio ($191)
Front seat belts in Series 62 models ($22).
Rear seat belts in Series 62 models ($22)
Adjustable steering wheel ($48).
Remote control trunk lock ($53).
Five white sidewall tires, 8.20 x 15 four-ply on Series 62 ($57 exchange).

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 1561

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1963 Cadillac Overview

1963 Cadillac Convertible Cadillac's long-running V-8 got its first major revision in 14 years for 1963. Bore and stroke were unchanged, as were valves, rocker arms, cylinder heads, compression (still 10.5:1), and connecting rods. But nearly everything else was different: lighter, stronger crankshaft; a stiffer block weighing 50 pounds less than the previous one; ancillaries relocated to improve service access. While all this did little for performance, the revised 390 was much smoother and quieter. Then again, performance was already good. The typical '63 could reach 115-120 mph, do 0-60 mph in 10 seconds, and return about 14 miles per gallon. Most impressive was the near-silence at high speed. In this, many testers held Cadillac superior to Rolls-Royce. Styling departed from recent practice. Fins were lower than ever, the grille was bulkier, new outer body panels and side moldings created a more slab-sided effect, and the rear was more massive, with elongated vertical tail/backup-light housings.

Prices rose only slightly for '63, so Cadillac remained an excellent value for the money. Standard equipment ran to Hydra-Matic, power steering, self-adjusting power brakes, heater, backup lights, and left remote-control door mirror. A six-way power seat became standard on Eldorado, and power windows were included on all except Series 62 sedans and coupes. Even power vent windows were offered, as were vinyl roof coverings, a new option. Remarkably, a Series 62 still cost as little as $5026; the Eldo Biarritz was only $6608. Production topped 163,000.

Details: Written by Big Block; Category: 1960-1969; Published: 14 January 2007; Hits: 1636

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1962 Cadillac Fleetwood

SERIES SIXTY-SPECIAL FLEETWOOD

The Sixty-Special Fleetwood sedan stood apart in a crowd. It had chevron slash moldings on the rear roof pillar and a distinctly cross-hatched rear deck latch panel grille. Standard equipment comprised all features found on closed cars in the 6300 DeVille sub-series.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
62-60W	6039	4-door Hardtop Sedan	6	6366	4710	13,350

SERIES 6700 FLEETWOOD 75

The limousine and big sedan for 1962 sported the new styling motifs. Standard equipment was the same used on Sixty-Special Fleetwoods. A distinctive high-headroom look was seen again.

Model Number	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
62-67R	6723R	4-door Sedan	9	9722	5325	696
62-67S	6733S	4-door Limousine	9	9937	5390	904
62-68	6890	Commercial chassis	-	-	-	2,280

NOTE:

The commercial chassis featured a 156 inch wheelbase and was provided to professional car makers for construction of funeral cars and ambulances, etc.
Series 6700 sedans and limousines were full-pillared models with six-window styling.

POWERTRAIN OPTIONS

None available

CONVENIENCE OPTIONS

The majority of options and accessories available for 1962 models were identical to those offered in 1961 at the same prices.

FLEETWOOD ENGINE

V-8 - Overhead valves
Cast iron block.
Displacement: 390 cubic inches.
Bore and stroke: 4.00 x 3.875 inches.
Compression ratio: 10.5:1.
Brake horsepower: 325 @ 4800 rpm
Five main bearings.
Hydraulic valve lifters.
Carburetion: Rochester four-barrel Model 701930.

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