Fleetwood Cadillac Models & History 1961
limousine and big sedan for 1961 sported the all-new styling motifs. Standard equipment was the same used on 6300 models including power seats and windows.
I. D. NUMBERS
- Motor serial numbers took the same form used in 1960
- the first pair of symbols changed to “61” to indicate 1961 model year
- the next symbol was a letter to indicate the model as listed below
- the next six numbers indicated the consecutive unit number beginning with 000001
- The serial number was located at the front of the lefthand frame side bar
- Motor serial numbers again matched and were found on the center lefthand side of the block above the oil pan
- The alphabetical code “C” identified the new Series 6300 short-deck sedan
STYLE
| Model No. | Style No. | Body Type | Seat | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61-67R | 6723R |
|
9 | $9533 | 2450 kg | 699 |
| 61-67S | 6733S |
|
9 | $9748 | 2464 kg | 926 |
| 61-68 | 6890 | Commercial chassis | 2,204 |
NOTE:
- The commercial chassis featured a 3962mm wheelbase and was provided to professional car makers for construction of funeral vehicles and ambulances, etc.
- Series 6700 sedans were full-pillared models with six-window styling.
- A high-headroom roofline was used on these models.
SERIES 6700 FLEETWOOD 75 ENGINE
| Type | V-8 – Overhead valves |
| Block | Cast iron block |
| Displacement | 6.384 Liters |
| Bore and stroke | 101.6mm x 98.4mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Brake horsepower | 325 hp @ 4800 rpm |
| Power | 242 kW @ 4800 rpm |
| Bearing | Five main bearings |
| Valve Lifters | Hydraulic valve lifters |
| Carburetion | Rochester four-barrel Model 701930 |
CHASSIS
| Model | Wheelbase | Overall Length | Front Tread | Rear Tread | Tires | Exhaust |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series 75 | 3808mm | 6154mm | 8.20 x 15 | Single |
CONVENIENCE OPTIONS
