West Coast Classics are proud to present this very special 1980 Cadillac Sedan DeVille D'Elegance model with believed to be 11K original miles!
The 1980 Cadillac Sedan de Ville d'Elegance represents a pivotal year for Cadillac, combining classic, stately American "land yacht" luxury with the brand's early efforts toward modern emissions and fuel efficiency standards.
The Engine: 368 cu in (6.0L) V8:
The standard power plant for the 1980 model year was a newly designed 6.0-liter (368 cubic inch) V8.
The "Last of the Good Ones: Collectors and classic enthusiasts often highly praise the 1980 variant of this 6.0L engine. It used a standard Rochester 4-barrel carburetor (or optional throttle-body digital fuel injection) and was incredibly reliable.
Historical Context:
It is distinctly different from the infamous 1981 version of the same engine, which featured "V8-6-4" modulated displacement technology that was plagued with early computer issues. The 1980 6.0L is a pure, traditional V8.
Performance:
It was built for quiet, effortless cruising rather than speed, producing about 150 horsepower paired with GMs highly durable Turbo Hydra-Matic automatic transmission.
The d'Elegance was Cadillac's top-tier luxury options package. It drastically upgraded the styling and interior comfort to status-symbol levels:
Interior Luxury:
It featured pillow-soft, "loose-cushion" seating upholstered in ultra-plush velour or optional premium leather. The velour configurations are famous for their deep button-tufting and distinctive, premium stitching patterns.
Exterior Touches:
The package included "d'Elegance" script badging on the rear pillars, deluxe wire wheel covers, accent striping, and unique opera lamps mounted on the vinyl formal roof
Styling & Legacy:
The 1980 model year introduced a subtle exterior facelift. Cadillac sharpened the nose, added a formal bi-angular grille, and re-engineered the rear tail lamps into a crisp, vertical blade design reminiscent of 1960s Cadillac's.
Because it avoided the troublesome engine tech of subsequent years (like the V8-6-4 and the HT4100), a well-maintained 1980 model with the 6.0L engine remains one of the most reliable and highly sought-after full-size Cadillac's of its era
6.0L 368 c.i. V8 engine - Very rare car - 1980 is best year for the engine.
This car has every option which is very rare for a Sedan deVille - more optioned than most Fleetwoods.
D'Elegance package with the pillow seats and shag carpeting with rare shag factory floor mats.
Astroroof
Power mirrors
Cassette
Factory wire wheels and new vogues
'Desert Sand Firemist' - extra option color
