Deville Cadillac History 1989

Deville Cadillac Models & History 1989

The Cadillac Coupe de Ville and Sedan de Ville shared a distinctive new interior and exterior appearance as well as a more spacious passenger compartment and increased trunk capacity for 1989. The overall length of the coupe increased 5.8 in. to 202.5 in. while that of the sedan moved up 8.8 in. to 205.2 in. The sedan’s wheelbase was also expanded 3.0 in. to 113.8 in. The front overhang of both models increased 2.4 in. to 44.1 in. Their rear overhang was increased 3.4 in. to 47.2 in. New front sheet metal, grille quarter panels and hood were used. A new fascia was used to improve air flow. Both the front and rear bumpers made greater use of chrome and were fitted with an accent-colored rub strip. Bright headlight bezels and cornering lights were also featured along with a rear-mounted power antenna. At the rear a new deck lid, tail lamp and fascia were adopted. Highlighting the 1989 model’s profile were new rear wheel “eyebrow” openings and lower body side color accent moldings. The sedan, in addition to having new rear doors had an integrated center high-mounted stop light. If the sedan was ordered with the optional full padded vinyl roof, an electro-luminescent wreath and crest sail ornament was installed.

Beginning with a new seat design with a Primavera cloth trim, numerous interior changes and revisions accompanied the 1989 de Ville’s larger and restyled exterior. Many changes were noticeable in the front seat. These consisted of wider headrests, a storage-type center armrest with a flip-open lid and a cup holder option, and manual driver and passenger seat recliners. The sedan’s rear compartment had raised rack bolsters with integral headrests, increased lower cushion length for improved thigh support and a reduced corner radius for fuller seat appearance and improved passenger comfort. Three-point shoulder belts were installed along with a raised rear package shelf/storage compartment. The sedan’s longer wheelbase provided additional interior space. Rear leg room was increased 3.0 in. to 43.3 in. Knee clearance increased 3.1 in. to 6.1 in. Trunk capacity was increased from 16.1 cu. ft. to 18.4 cu. ft. on the sedan and 18.1 cu. ft. on the coupe. The jack was relocated to a position under the trunk floor which now had a flat surface area. A new trunk trim, Tyger, replaced the Teton material used in 1988. A “Tiffany” carpeting was used for the trunk.

The de Ville models now had new front and rear reversible and washable floor mats with a new retention device. A driver side express-down window was standard as were electrically operated outside car-colored mirrors, front license plate mounting provisions and an AM/FM stereo signal seeking radio with scanner, digital display, cassette player/ five-band graphic equalizer and extended range front speakers. A new Delco/Bose II Symphony sound system was optional as was a digital compact disc player integrated with the Bose II radio. Other new options included an electrochromic automatic day/night rearview mirror with three-position sensitivity switch and a heated windshield. Fifteen inch wheels with Michelin P205/70R15 tires-were standard. Aluminum touring wheels were now available as an option.

V.I.N. DATA

The 1989 Cadillac had a 17-symbol vehicle identification number (VIN) stamped on a metal tag attached to the upper left surface of the cowl visible through the windshield. The code was as follows:
First digit “1” represented the manufacturing country (United States)
Second digit “G” represented General Motors
Third digit “6” represented Cadillac
Fourth digit “C” de Ville and Fleetwood carline
Fifth symbol “D” DeVille series identification
Digits six and seven “47” two-door coupe
“69” four-door sedan
Eighth digit “7” 273 cu. in. V-8 engine
Ninth digit “?” a check digit
Tenth digit “K” represents the model year, 1989
Eleventh digit represents the assembly plant
Digits 12-17 the production sequence: 200000 and up

STYLE

Model Series Number Body/Style Number Body Type Factory Price Shipping Weight Production Total
DeVille 6C D47 2-dr Coupe $25,285 3397 lb 4108
DeVille 6C D69 4-dr Sedan $25,760 3470 lb 122,693
Fleetwood 6C B47 2-dr Coupe $30,365 3459 lb 23,294
Fleetwood 6C B69 4-dr Sedan $30,840 3545 lb 26,641
Fleetwood Sixty Special 6C S69 4-dr Sedan $34,840 3598 lb 2007

ENGINES

Type 90-degree, overhead valve, V-8, aluminum block and cast iron cylinder liners, cast iron cylinder heads
Displacement 273 cu. in. (4.5 liters)
Bore & Stroke 3.62 in. x 3.31 in.
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Brake horsepower 155 @ 4000 rpm
Torque 240 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm
Main bearings Five
Valve lifters Roller hydraulic valve lifters
Fuel supply Digital electronic fuel injection

CHASSIS

Model Wheelbase Overall length Height Width Front Tread Rear Tread Standard Tires
Coupe de Ville 110.8 in. 202.3 in 55.0 in. 72.5 in. 60.3 in. 59.8 in. Michelin P205/70R15
Sedan de Ville 113.8 in. 205.3 in 55.0 in. 72.5 in. 60.3 in. 59.8 in. Michelin P205/70R15

DRIVETRAIN

  • Transmission: THM 440-T4 automatic four-speed (includes overdrive and viscous converter clutch)
  • Steering: Power-assisted rack and pinion
  • Steering Ratios: 19.1:1
  • Front Suspension: Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs, strut-type shock absorbers and stabilizer bar
  • Rear Suspension: Fully independent with coil springs. Automatic level control and strut-type superlift shock absorbers
  • Brakes: Power-assisted front disc/rear drum with Teves anti-lock braking system
  • Body construction: Integral body-frame
  • Fuel Tank: 18.0 US Gal.

DRIVETRAIN OPTIONS

  • Anti-lock braking, $749.25
  • engine block heater, $45
  • aluminum alloy wheel, $480
  • stylized aluminum wheels, $115
  • De Ville Option Package B, includes door edge guards, front carpeted floor mats, six-way power passenger seat: $324
  • De Ville Option Package C, includes items in Package B plus illuminated entry system, illuminated vanity mirrors, trunk lid power pull down, Twilight Sentinel: $739
  • De Ville Option Package D, includes items in Package C plus remote release fuel filler door, manual driver seat recliner, trumpet horn: $894

CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS

Option Coupe de Ville Sedan de Ville Fleetwood Coupe Fleetwood Sedan Fleetwood Sixty Special
Accent striping $75 $75 n/c n/c n/c
Anti-lock braking system $925 $925 n/c n/c n/c
Storage front armrest $70 $70 n/c n/c n/c
Astroroof $1355 $1355 $1355 $1355
California emissions and testing $100 $100 $100 $100 $100
Rear window defogger $195 $195 $195 $195 $195
Heated windshield defogger $250 $250 $250 $250 $250
Automatic door locks $185 $185 $185 $185 $185
Carpeted rear floor mats $25 $25 n/c n/c n/c
Remote release fuel filler door n/c n/c n/c
Gold ornamentation package $395 $395 $395 $395 $395
Digital instrument cluster $250 $250 n/c n/c n/c
Leather seating area $560 $560 $560 $560 n/c
Two-position driver’s side memory seat $235 $235 $235
Automatic day/night mirror $80 $80 $80 $80 $80
Firemist paint $240 $240 $240 $240 $240
Monotone lower accent color n/c n/c n/c n/c n/c
Delco-Bose sound system with cassette $576 $576 $576 $576 $576
Delco-Bose with compact disc system $872 $872 $872 $872 $872
Manual passenger seat recliner $45 $45
Power driver seat recliner $95 $95
Power passenger seat recliner $95-$410 $95-$410 $95-$410 $95- $410 $95-$410
Formal cabriolet roof $825 n/c
Full cabriolet roof $1095
Full padded vinyl roof $825 n/c n/c
Vinyl roof delete $374 $374
Leather-trimmed steering wheel $115 $115 n/c n/c n/c
Theft deterrent system $225 $225 $225 $225 $225
Trunk mat $36 $36 n/c n/c n/c
Wire locking wheel discs $365 $365 n/c n/c n/c
Aluminum alloy wheels $480 $480
Stylized aluminum wheels $115 $115 $115