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I love the internet... where else could a yank learn new, derogatory terminology about himself 👍
Cadillacs used to be a world-standard automobile, and then the 70's happened. That turned into the 80's, which turned into the 90's, etc. They're at least taking some strides in the right direction now, but they've yet to produce a large, formal sedan that can capture the allure of the Caddy's from the 50's and 60's. At least they offer a competitive sport sedan in the CTS-V.
I grew up with a 1960 Cadillac Convertible that my grandmother bought brand new. She gave it to my pop in 1974, and he gradually restored it over the next 15 years to show quality. 1960 was the last year for the "big" fins, and though this car was a 2 door convertible it was damn near 18 feet long. Sitting in the back seat was like sitting in another time zone, and the power antenna went up far enough to talk to Russia. 390 V-8, 4 speed automatic, wasn't quick by any definition but give it enough time and it'd make 120 mph. Handling could best be described as "theoretical" but the ride was amazing, you could actually drive right over MGs and barely feel a bump
We won't discuss fuel mileage, except to say that it was measured in FEET per gallon.
But, in 1960 this car had a power operated top, power seats, windows, locks, antenna, cruise control, auto-dim headlights, AM radio with the "wonder bar" auto search function and enough leather on the seats to anger PETA for years and years. It has effortless steering, a smooth shifting transmission, it always started right up and idled so smooth that you couldn't feel a thing sitting still. At 46 years of age that car has more to offer than many new cars, and the refinement would surprise a lot of people.
He ended up selling the car a few years ago, I was sad to see it go but I have the contact info for the current owner, and as soon as my finances will allow I have every intention of bringing it back in the family. I'm at work now, but I'll post some pics of this car when I get home this evening 👍
With regards to limos, I used to work at a place that rented a couple limos, a caddy & lincoln. Both cars were the "ultra" stretch on par with the Hummers I've seen and they were rented on average 2-3 times a week. People besides prom queens are still using them, at least in the states, and they rented for $1000 for 8 hours!
