Nothing that a little prep and paint can't fix. Honestly, they don't make automobiles like they used to. I know it sound cliche, but it's true. My dad had a '71 sedan Deville that in the beginning I was embarrassed to be seen in. Once I got my license and drove it, it became my favorite car to drive. My friends also loved riding in it, and they didn't fight for shotgun as there was almost as much room in the rear as there was in the front. Not a bad seat in these cars and with all the windows down it was even better. Good memories!

@B3burner

Ай бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and sharing your wonderful memories. I have made some improvements since the 2021 video you watched. You should see my 2024. The car is in better shape now than it was then. Have a good weekend and thanks for stopping by.

This is my actual dream car! My grandmother had a 73 Sedan deVille and I thought it was the finest car on the road!!!

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

When I was 7 years old, and my family lived in LA, the neighbors 2 doors down had a gold 1971 Coupe DeVille. I thought that car was the nicest thing I ever saw. I had always wanted one, but finding one in good condition was a must. I finally accomplished my goal. 71-72-73, I all consider close enough to each other. Keep an eye on CL marketplace. These do come up from time to time. That's where I found mine.

Fine looking car. As a teenager I had my grandfather's Coupe DeVille back in the late 70s and was probably the only kid that wore a seat belt back then, even the shoulder belt. It most likely saved my life one night in a head on collision. I highly recommend wearing the shoulder belt.

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

Point well taken. The shoulder belt really does snug me back and restrict my freedom, but I think given the possible alternative, I best be untucking that from the headliner again.

@bradparris99

3 жыл бұрын

@@B3burner Smart move, if you are ever in a collision, you'll be glad you buckled the shoulder belt. The lap belt protects you from the waist down, the shoulder belt adds protection for your torso and head/face.

@bradparris99

3 жыл бұрын

@@B3burner Just curious, have you started using the shoulder belt?

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

@@bradparris99 Yes, I pulled it back down out of the ceiling pouch, last month (Jun 2022). I also made a video about it- kzread.info/dash/bejne/fZd33MiskqiYqKg.html

I LOVE the 71 through 79 Cadillacs

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

So do I. They’re all very nice. Imagine owning one from each of those years? My insurance agent would easily be able to make his boat payment on my premiums alone- but I digress…. Thanks for watching! ;)

She's beautiful

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much.

My loved car

Congrats!! She looks beautiful

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

My very first Cadillac was my 1976 Cadillac Coupe deVille (with d'Elegance option)! It was Cotillion White with beautiful, supple emerald green leather interior! I like your '73! Oh, by the way, that "accent" top design = Halo Vinyl Top

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

Your car sounded very nice. Thank you for the compliment and for sharing with me the proper name for the vinyl top.

Very fine car. It is really worth doing some work on it. Drove a 1973 Coupe dé Ville from 1986 -. 1995. The suspension needs to be raised front and rear an inch or two. You shall be able to see the emblem on the rear wheel hubcaps, but not more than that. The rust issues does not look bad, if you get the right people to handle it. The rubber on the front bumper looks nice, which is important, because they are hard to renovate, if the metal inside is rusted. The rubber on the rear bumper is easier. I replaced the steel inside with stainless steel. It is easy done. Looks fine here. The steering wheel needs an specialist, but there are people, who can restore it nicely. Good luck with it. The ride will spoil you.

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback. The suspension is what I'm having worked on right now. From the day I bought it, I knew the car had to be raised back up... it was just a question of when. It's being done tonight, as I type.

My uncle had one..all white with a black dash

Nice car . . . Needs suspension work desperately . . . Other than that it's nice car.

@B3burner

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking the first video out from 2021. I also have vids for 2022 & 2023. Later in ‘21, I had the suspension replaced and the ride height is now where it belongs.

Nice caddy!!! I would guess accelerator pump is the cause of your hesitation. A carb rebuild might be necessary.

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the suggestion. I was at a loss, as I know it’s probably carburetor related, but had not specifically thought of the accelerator pump.

@dekokmeeuw9159

2 жыл бұрын

@@B3burner hi i have the same car as you. but a red one. it's from the cruise control. have fun with your hobby!

Gorgeous caddy, still available?

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

It’s still here with me and better than it was in this video, but it was never for sale. In fact I had only bought it and had it trailered up to me, just 3 days before this video was shot- so no, it’s still new to me and not going anywhere. But thanks for asking.

Is this car still available?

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

It was never for sale from me. I bought it from my seller, and I have no intentions of selling it anytime soon. I’m sorry if I didn’t make that more clear.

top doesn't look new to me

@B3burner

2 жыл бұрын

Hard to tell. At least that’s what the seller told me. What I know isn’t new are the metal border pieces, holding the top in, that are rusted (unfortunately). What do you think that top is made of? Vinyl? I thought it was more of a canvas, but I may be wrong.

@North49191

2 жыл бұрын

@@B3burner HI, I didn't think it was new because of the rust on it from the trim. It's like a vinyl and canvas mix. I am planning to look at a 72' coupe next week, I will look at that top to see what the pattern is. The one you have looks similar to what I had on a 74' Buick, so it appears period. Doesn't really matter you have a nice top. They are expensive to do and a lot of places near me don't even do them anymore. New clips for the trim are easy to find. I would avoid using a power washer on the roof, water gets forced up under the vinyl and rusts. Summer is coming, I hope you enjoy it.

Congratulations. Ya got yourself a POS 60 yr old Caddy. You're going places.

@B3burner

3 жыл бұрын

That's the plan!

@kyboy5

3 жыл бұрын

@@B3burner 🐱🐱🐱🐱🐱