Hello I have a classic 1985 Fleetwood

[Cebrakon]

Dear Cadillac - heads,
:C I really do love this car, a 1985 White Fleetwood Brougham. It is in almost mint condition. It has very good handling and amazing acceleration. V-8 fuel injection. And it is such a beautiful car. White with a few accents in gold or chrome. I have never really loved a car before. I bought it for $1000 from a neighbor.
I have so far had two small gotchas. First, the rear view mirror came off in my hand. It is just glued on the windshield you know. I found someone on Ebay who had repair kits, so I bought one, and it is fine now. The second problem that has appeared is that the hood doesn't unlatch. I'm sure it just needs some oil or grease, but first I have to get it open. I am thinking about just shooting some oil down the crack between the hood and the front. Any thoughts on this?
Incidentally, I am 65, retired, enjoying life, just put DSL on my computer, have a book coming out next year and keep up with far flung friends and family by Email and I hope to start communicating with Windows Messenger. I live in a small town in Oklahoma with no Cadillac dealership. Shoot, the one used car place went out of business a few months ago. But we do have some fixit places. I love these emoticons. :F
Cebrakon (also my id on Microsoft Messenger).

 

[pepperman]

:W to :V enjoy the place.

 

[1wykdmk8]

:W to the LvC......enjoy!! :Beer

 

[mespock]

:W to LvC post some pics!!! :Beer

 

[Sifrino3]

Welcome!

 

[Conti94]

:W to :V Love old Fleetwoods.

 

[Moby and Lucille]

Yeah, that Fleetwood is an awesome car. I sure hope Cadillac brings back a real Fleetwood. Rear Drive, V8, Full size.. hell, maybe even body on frame.

I've never been a fan of the new Deville's. There's not much to the styling, and I don't like the FWD, and I think a caddy should be a little bit bigger (call me old fashioned) Don't get me wrong, I think they are Cadillac quality all the way, I just don't like many of the design decisions behind them.

Even though it's less powerful and less nimble, I prefer today's Town Car to today's Deville. I like the suppleness of ride, and I like the styling a whole lot better, and while the Town Car may be no Deville, but it's no slouch either. It'll move ya. It's the fastest stock Flagship Lincoln since at least the 60's, maybe ever.

As much as I like the current Big Ford Trio, I think they could be even better if there was some direct competition like there was back in the day. I wish the Fleetwood would come back. I wish the Caprice would come back, hell, I wish the New Yorker would come back. I would love to see what would happen to that segment if they did.

Anyway, as far as your car goes... As a rule, I prefer Lincoln to Cadillac, but at least in terms of styling. I think I like the 80's Caddy's better than the 80's Lincolns, and I love the 80's Lincolns. (I have one) Great car you have!

Oh yeah, and

:W :dj: :monkey: :dancefool :monkey: :dj: :waving:

I like these emoticons too.

 

[Cebrakon]

The 1985 Fleetwood

Yeah, that Fleetwood is an awesome car. I sure hope Cadillac brings back a real Fleetwood. Rear Drive, V8, Full size.. hell, maybe even body on frame.

I've never been a fan of the new Deville's. There's not much to the styling, and I don't like the FWD, and I think a caddy should be a little bit bigger (call me old fashioned) Don't get me wrong, I think they are Cadillac quality all the way, I just don't like many of the design decisions behind them.

Anyway, as far as your car goes... As a rule, I prefer Lincoln to Cadillac, but at least in terms of styling. I think I like the 80's Caddy's better than the 80's Lincolns, and I love the 80's Lincolns. (I have one) Great car you have!

Oh yeah, and

:W :dj: :monkey: :dancefool :monkey: :dj: :waving:

I like these emoticons too.

I do like this car. It has a few minor blemishes, but on the whole the paint job is good. And the upholstery has held up well. It is an enormous car. I only realized it when I parked it next to my old Buick (which I sold). It doesn't drive like a big car. I know just where my corners are and it is very nimble. It may take me awhile to figure out all its quirks, if it has any. For instance, when it is well warmed up, there is a little knock, but I think that is octane ping. I don't drive very much, just around this little town where I live. So it may take me months to use up this tank of gas. However, I can't wait to fill it up with Premium and see if that little knock goes away.

I put in a bunch of smilies, but the software complains. --- Cebrakon