Cadillac Introduction History 1967

Cadillac Introduction Models & History 1967

1967 Cadillac

Themost significant Cadillac of the decade arrived for 1967: an all-new Eldorado with front-wheel drive. Based on the previous year’s new Oldsmobile Toronado, it was a daring concept for the luxury field, with six years of careful planning and research behind it. Front drive gave it outstanding roadability; Bill Mitchell gave it magnificent styling.

1967 Cadillac

It had originated in 1959 with the XP-727 program, which underwent several design alterations through early 1962. Management then settled on front-wheel drive, and further prototypes evolved with that in mind. For awhile, Cadillac considered calling it LaSalle, but ultimately chose Eldorado as a more current name with greater public recognition. Clay model XP-825, with razor-edge lines and a formal roofline, led directly to the production of the ’67 coupe.

Unlike Toronado, this new Eldorado was announced in very low-key fashion. That was typical of Cadillac, as was using a one-year delay to improve on a sister division’s work. The Eldo thus rode better than the Toronado, yet handled at least as well despite the same basic suspension: torsion bars, A-arms, and telescopic shocks in front; a beam axle on semi-elliptic leaf springs with four shock absorbers (two horizontal, two vertical) at the rear. Self-leveling control and radially vented front disc brakes were also featured.

On its own relatively compact 3048mm wheelbase, the front-drive Eldorado was announced at $6277 and targeted for 10 percent of Cadillac’s total 1967 model-year production — about 20,000 units. The final figure was 17,930. For 1968-70, sales ran 23,000-28,000. A technological tour de force, it quickly established itself as the ultimate Cadillac. And unlike the old Fifties Brougham, it made money from day one.

Cadillac’s 1967 “standards” were treated to an extensive restyle, with forward-angled headlamps and a prominent hump over the rear wheels. Line-wide features included printed mylar instrument-panel circuits, automatic level control (standard on Fleetwoods), cruise control, and tilt steering wheel. Bolstered by the new Eldorado, also part of the Fleetwood series, Cadillac built precisely 200,000 cars for the model year.

I. D. NUMBERS

  • Vehicle identification numbers were now located on the left center pillar post
  • The original engine serial number was the same as the vehicle identification number
  • The first symbol was a letter (see Body Style Number suffixes) indicating series and body style
  • The second symbol was a number designating the model year (i.e., “7” for 1967)
  • The following six numbers designated the sequential production code and started with 100001 and up
  • Body Style Numbers reflected the pattern adopted in 1965
  • The five digit codes began with
    • “69” for Fleetwood Seventy-Five and Fleetwood Eldorado
    • “68” for all other models
  • The third number indicates the model
    • “2” for Calais
    • “3” for DeVille
    • “3” for Eldorado
    • “0” for Fleetwood 60 Special
    • “1” for Fleetwood 60 Brougham
    • “7” for Fleetwood 75 Limousine
    • “8” for Commercial chassis
  • The final two symbols corresponded to Fisher Body Division Style Number codes
    • 23 = 4-dr luxury sedan
    • 33 = 4-dr limo sedan
    • 39 = 4-dr hardtop sedan
    • 47 = 2-dr hardtop coupe
    • 57 = 2-dr hardtop coupe
    • 67 = 2-dr convertible
    • 69 = 4-dr sedan
    • 90 = commerical chassis
  • The five digit numbers were found on the vehicle data plate, affixed to engine side of the firewall, and may have been followed by a letter suffix corresponding to those on the individual model charts

SPECIFICATIONS

FLUID CAPACITIES

Engine V8 429cc (7.0L)
Crankcase 4 qt
Crankcase with new filter 5 qt
AutomaticTransmission after draining 24 or 26 pt
Drive Axle 5 pt or 4.5
Fuel tank 26 or 24 gal(US)
Cooling with heater 18 or 17 qt
Cooling with A/C 18 or 17 qt
Heavy duty Cooling 19.5 qt

GASOLINE ENGINE TUNE-UP SPECS

Engine V.I.N Code NA
Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Fuel delivery 4 bbl
Manufacturer Cadillac
Original Spark plug 44
Gap 0.035 in.
Distributor Point dwell 30°
Distributor Point gap 0.016 in.
Ignition timing (BTDC)
Intake valve opens (BTDC) 39°
Fuel pump pressure 5¾ psi
Idle speed 500 rpm

ALTERNATOR AND REGULATOR SPECS

Part # 1100691 1100692 1100760
Field current @ 12 V 2.2-2.6 2.2-2.6 2.2-2.6
Output 42 amps 55 amps 55 amps 130 amps
Regulator Field-Relay: Air Gap 0.015 in. 0.015 in. 0.015 in. Transistor-
Type
Regulator Field-Relay: Point Gap 0.030 in. 0.030 in. 0.030 in.
Regulator Field-Relay: Volts to Close 2.3-3.7 2.3-3.7 2.3-3.7
Regulator Air Gap 0.060 in. 0.060 in. 0.060 in.
Regulator Point Gap 0.014 in. 0.014 in. 0.014 in.
Regulator Volts @ 75° 13.5-14.4 13.5-14.4 13.5-14.4 13.5-14.4

BATTERY AND STARTER SPECS

Engine V8-429cc (7.0L)
Battery Ampere Hour Capacity 73
Battery Volts 12
Battery Terminal Grounded Neg.
Starter, Lock Test, Amps 510
Starter, Lock Test, Volts 3.0
Starter, Lock Test, Torque Locked
Starter, No-Lead Test, Amps 88
Starter, No-Lead Test, Volts 10.6
Starter, No-Lead Test, RPM 4000
Starter, Brush Spring Tension 35 oz. min.

GENERAL ENGINE SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Manufacturer Cadillac
Fuel delivery 4 bbl
Horsepower 340@4600
Torque 480@3000
Bore x Stoke 4.125 x 4.000
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Oil pressure 33 psi

CRANKSHAFT SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Main Brg Journal Dia. 3.000 in.
Main Brg Oil Clearance 0.0003-0.0026 in.
Shaft End-play 0.002-0.012 in.
Thrust on No. 3

CONNECTING ROD SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Journal Dia. 2.2494 in.
Oil Clearance 0.0013 in.
Side Clearance 0.006-0.016 in.

PISTON AND RING SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Piston-Bore Clearance 0.0005-0.0007 in.
Ring Side Clearance: Top Compression 0.0022-0.0035 in.
Ring Side Clearance: Bottom Compression 0.0022-0.0035 in.
Ring Side Clearance: Oil Control None (side sealing)
Ring Gap: Top Compression 0.013-0.030 in.
Ring Gap: Bottom Compression 0.013-0.030 in.
Ring Gap: Oil Control 0.015-0.161 in.

VALVE SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Seat Angle 45°
Face Angle 44°
Spring Test Pressure 160 lb @ 1.50 in.
Spring Installed Height 11516 in. (1.9375 in.)
Stem-to-Guide Clearance: Intake 0.0005-0.0025 in.
Stem-to-Guide Clearance: Exhaust 0.0010-0.0025 in.
Stem Diameter: Intake 0.3415-0.3425 in.
Stem Diameter: Exhaust 0.3415-0.3420 in.

TORQUE SPECS

Engine type V8-429cc (7.0L)
Cyl. Head Bolts 60 ft.lb
Rod Brg Bolts 40-45 ft.lb
Main Brg Bolts 90-100 ft.lb
Crankshaft Damper or Pulley Bolt 65-70 ft.lb
Flywheel to Crankshaft Bolts 75-80 ft.lb
Intake Manifold 25-30 ft.lb
Exhaust Manifold 25-30 ft.lb

CARBURETOR SPECS

Carb ID 7036682 (4MV) 7036681 (4MV)
Float Level 732 in 732 in
Pump Rod 1132 in. 1132 in.
Choke Unloader 0.312 in 0.312 in
Fast Idle Speed 1725 rpm 1725 rpm

WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECS

Feature Eldorado Full size
Caster Range 1½°N – 2½°P 1½°N – ½°N
Caster Pref. 2°N 1°N
Camber LH wheel Range 38°N – 38°P 38°P – 18°N
Camber LH wheel Pref.
Camber RH wheel Range 38°N – 38°P 18°P – 38°N
Camber RH wheel Pref. ¼°N
Toe-In 0 – 18 in. 316 in. – 14 in.
Steering Axis Inclination

HISTORICAL NOTES

1967 Cadillac Notes

  • Dealer introduction date for 1967 Cadillacs and Eldorados was October 6, 1966.
  • The Eldorado featured concealed, horizontally mounted headlamps.
  • A new assembly line was setup at the Detroit factory to build Eldorados.
  • A third successive year of record production and sales was marked by Cadillac Division in 1967.
  • Based on the Eldorado’s popularity, Cadillac sales for a single month passed the 20,000 unit level for the first time in the company’s history, setting an all-time high of 22,072 cars in October, 1966.
  • A year later, 23,408 cars conforming to 1968 specifications were built in October, 1967.
  • Calvin J. Werner was general manager
  • Carl A. Rasmussen was chief engineer
  • Stanley Parker was chief designer (Cadillac Studio)
  • F. T. Hopkins was general sales manager
  • W. J. Knight was public relations director
  • Cadillac production figures
Calais21,830 (decreased 6,850)
Sedan de Ville61,702 (decreased 10,708)
Coupe de Ville52,905 (increased 2,325)
de Ville convertible18,200 (decreased 1,000)
Eldorado17,930 (increased 15,680)
Series 6016,300 (decreased 2,785)
Series 754,133 (decreased 347)

1967 Automotive Notes

  • Cadillac introduces the front-drive Eldorado
  • Chevrolet introduces the Camaro
  • Chevrolet introduces the Chevelle Concours
  • Dodge introduces the Coronet R/T
  • Mercury introduces the Cougar, an upscale Mustang with hide-away headlight
  • Mercury introduces the Marquis and Marquis Brougham
  • Pontiac introduces the Firebird
  • Shelby introduces the GT-500
  • Air conditioning found on 38% of new cars
  • Underbodies of most cars made with corrosion-resistant galvanized steel
  • Dual-braking system installed on all new cars
  • Collapsible steering columns are introduced
  • Pontiac is first to feature concealed wipers
  • Firebirds have a deflated mini-spare tire
  • GM cars have a buzzer that sounds if keys are left in the ignition when the engine is shut off and the door is opened
  • GM, Ford, and AMC introduce the 5-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty
  • Corvair drops the turbocharger feature
  • Last year for Lincoln’s 4-door convertible
  • Toronado gets optional front disc brakes and radial tires
  • James M. Roche was president of GM until November when he was replaced by Edward N. Cole
  • Frederic G. Donner was chairman of the board at GM until November when James M. Roche replaced him
  • Top American Automobile Corporations for 1967


1. General Motors3,770,931
2. Ford1,577,512
3. Chrysler1,340,169
4. AMC208,775
5. Others6,888
  • Top model year production for 1967
Chevrolet1,677,300
Camaro220,917
Corvair27,253
Corvette22,940
Ford1,176,922
Mustang472,121
Thunderbird77,956
Shelby3,225
Pontiac700,174
Plymouth638,075
Buick562,507
Special82,349
Skylark110,984
LeSabre155,190
Wildcat70,881
Electra 225100,304
Riviera42,799
Oldsmobile548,390
Dodge465,732
Mercury354,923
Chrysler218,742
Cadillac200,000
Calais21,830
DeVille139,809
Eldorado17,930
Series Sixty Special3,550
Fleetwood Brougham12,750
Series Seventy-Five4,133
Rambler143,391
American 22041,941
American 44022,801
American Rogue5170
Rebel 77055,730
Rebel SST18,349
Firebird82,560
AMC65,384
Marlin2545
Ambassador 88016,935
Ambassador 99032,092
Ambassador DPL13,812
Lincoln45,667
Imperial17,620
Checker6,757
Excalibur71
Avanti II60