Brougham, the last surviving rear-drive Cadillac, changed little for 1985 and faced potential extinction in spite of increased sales. That didn’t happen. The traditional rear-drive lingered on for several more years, even though all other Caddies (including limos) switched to front-drive and shrunken size. Vast inside and out, Broughams continued to attract traditional luxury-car buyers. The Brougham coupe was dropped from the lineup in mid-year. Sedans came with a standard full vinyl roof, while the Brougham coupe included a standard Cabriolet vinyl top with unique rear quarter window. Standard engine was the 4.1 liter V-8; diesel V-8 optional at no charge.
STYLE
Model
Series Number
Body/Style Number
Body Type
Seating
Factory Price
Shipping Weight
Production Total
Fleetwood Brougham (Rear-Drive V8)
6D
W47
2-door Coupe
6
$21,219
3873 lb
8,336
Fleetwood Brougham (Rear-Drive V8)
6D
W69
4-door Sedan
6
$21,835
3915 lb
52,960
Engine note: Diesel V-6 engines were available on Fleetwood models; diesel V-8s on Fleetwood Brougham with no extra charge.
ENGINES
Feature
BASE V-8
OPTIONAL DIESEL V-6
Type
90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head
90-degree, overhead valve V-8. Cast iron block and head
