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Replying to: dispencer1 (Apr 16, 2005 4:55 pm) Zapper1 - I liked the Caddy and a lot of things about it, like the looks, size, and the 275HP Norstar V-8. I didn't enjoy having the few problems that I had, that went unresolved by the sole dealership in my area, nor the way the car depreciated. Maybe I got a bad one? It happens. I'd consider a Caddy in the future, but I was ready for a change. The Avalon isn't for everyone, but it was a great decision for me. It is built off of a modified Camry chassis but it is definately not a Camry. The front bucket seats and center console in the Avalon were a draw back for me coming from the DeVille with a bench seat, but many other attributes of the car were favorable. The back seat in the Avalon feels bigger than in the DeVille with more leg room, and the seat backs can recline several inches. Also, that hump in the center of the floor in the back seat of the Caddy isn't present in the Avalon. The trunk is smaller, but still substantial in size. As for the six cylinder engine...it puts out 280HP and something like 260 ft lbs of torque, and is estimated at 22 mpg city and 31 mpg hwy! It performs equal to or better than the Norstar did in the DeVille, in my opinion so far. One thing to keep in mind though, the Avalon is not built to compete with the DeVille, and costs about 60% as much. However, it provided me with a big car feel like the Cadillac did, and has an engine that is reminescent of the Norstar. It isn't as "plush" nor is the ride as "soft", but it appears to be a luxury car worth considering.
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Replying to: zapper1 (Apr 15, 2005 11:55 pm) |
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I have a 1990 Cadillac DeVille with about 86,000 miles on it. I bought it from someone who seldom drove the car obviously. However I have had to put a fair amount of money into the car. The mechanic told me that some things that have to be fixed include: - Transmission mount - Exhaust manifold - Struts & shocks The car also leaks quite a bit of oil and I am told that to fix this would be very expensive. Anyway, I want to sell the car and am wondering if these things should be fixed first, and what a fair price would be? Thanks for any help. Chris Milligan
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Replying to: cgm707 (Apr 19, 2005 1:19 pm) |
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That 90 has the pre N-star engine 4.5 0r 4.9 ? 180 hp. I had one and it ran like a bear and troublefree for 6 yrs. and 120k miles. Your not talking a dealer mechanic are you? Sometimes all those service guys see is BIG $$$ on a older car repairs or don't want to mess with it. Tranny mount...Hmmmm........Cracked manifold.......Bad exaust pipe donut gasket maybe?...Muffler shop will check for free. Are you showing any trouble codes ? |
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Hello, I am a current Cadillac owner and have had DeVilles befor. The most recent was a 93' new program car. I am getting rid of it only for upgrading and getting a different col;or. Can anybody tell me what I can expect for future problems or noted known resistance if any? Would like to here from any one about this car. Thanks, Propdr
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Replying to: propdr (Apr 21, 2005 11:47 am) If you can research the car's service history, try to see if these have been replaced. If not, if the car suddenly dies, then re-starts immediately, without setting any codes, it's these sensors..... |
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Replying to: cappy4103 (Apr 16, 2005 8:15 pm)
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