Cadillac Fleetwood Models & History 1991
Two Fleetwoods were available: The Fleetwood and the Fleetwood Sixty Special.
FLEETWOOD
As in previous years, much of what was updated on deVille models also found its way into the Fleetwood coupe and sedan.
This included the 4.9-liter V-8, rated at 200 horsepower, and 4T60-E four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, viscous converter clutch, and electronic shift control.
Deviating from the updates listed in the deVille listing, Fleetwood models received Computer Command Ride as standard equipment, the previously optional electrochromic automatic day/night mirror as standard, and cast aluminum lace wheels as an option.
Inside, again deviating from deVille updates, was a new White Sierra Grain Leather color was added to the seven colors available in sedans and six in coupes.
Also new was darker stained American Walnut wood appliqués and the optional Custom Seating Package including driver memory seat and driver/passenger seats power recliners.
Outside, again, different from the deVille refinements, was the bodyside inserts with integral Fleetwood lettering replacing the previously seen script on rear quarter panels.
FLEETWOOD SIXTY SPECIAL
Cadillac’s limited production, executive class sedan mimicked the updates of the Fleetwood coupe and sedans.
Unique to the sixty special sedan was its new body style designator: 6CG69, Sixty Special plaque on the rear quarter panels, Sixty Special nameplate replacing previously used engine plaque at the rear, and the optional Express-Open Astroroof.
Updates included a new standard front seat armrest that included a cupholder, coinholder and storage for CDs.
The power front floor storage drawer formerly offered was eliminated to accommodate rear climate control outlets.
With the new 4.9-liter V-8 and 4T60-E transmission, the Sixty Special’s final drive ratio was 2.73:1.
Also, the 4.9-liter V-8 featured the improved CS144 Generation II alternator that provided a higher power output. The 140-amp alternator provided increased air flow and could withstand higher temperature operation.
The leather interior of the Sixty Special was styled by famed Italian designer Giugiaro of Milan. The hand-crafted leather was offered in three color choices.
A six-position memory feature was added as standard to the front seats, which had 22 power adjustments.
Also, the Sixty Special’s wiper system was refined to provide a wider clearing pattern with less blade chatter and greater resistance to snow and ice fatigue.
Eleven exterior color selections were available in 1991.
V.I.N. DATA
| The 1991 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: |
| The first digit “1,” represented the manufacturing country (United States) |
| The second, “G” represented General Motors. |
| The third, “6,” represented Cadillac |
| The fourth and fifth represented the car line/series, C/B=Fleetwood, C/G=Fleetwood Sixty Special |
| Digit six represents the body style: 5=four-door sedan |
| Digit seven identities the restraint code: 1=active (manual) belts, 3=active (manual) belts w/driver’s side airbag, and 4=passive (automatic) belts. |
| The eighth digit identifies the engine: “B”=L26 4.9L V-8 |
| A check digit follows. |
| The 10th digit represents the model year, “M” for 1991. |
| The eleventh digit represents the assembly plant. |
| The remaining six digits identify the production sequence number. |
STYLE
| Model | Series | Body/Style | Body Type | Factory Price | Shipping Weight | Production Total |
| Fleetwood | CB1 | B47 | 2-dr. Coupe | $34675 | 3594 lb | deVille/Fieetwood coupe producton totaled 12,134 with no further breakout available |
| Fleetwood | CB5 | B69 | 4-dr. Sedan | $34925 | 3676 lb | deVille/Fleetwood sedan production totaled 135,776 with no further breakout available. |
| Fleetwood Sixty Special | CG5 | G69 | 4-dr. Sedan | $38325 | 3707 lb | deVille/Fleetwood sedan production totaled 135,776 with no further breakout available. |
ENGINE
| Type | 90-degree overhead valve V-8 |
| Block | Aluminum block |
| Cylinders | cast iron cylinder liners |
| Head | cast iron cylinder heads |
| Displacement | 300 cu. in. (4.9 liters) |
| Bore & Stroke | 3.62 x 3.62 in. |
| Compression ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Bhp | [email protected] rpm |
| Torque | 275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm |
| Lifters | Roller hydraulic valve lifters |
| Injection | Sequential port fuel injection |
CHASSIS
| Feature | Coupe | Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in (2814 mm) | 113.8 in. (2891 mm) |
| Overall Length | 202.6 in. (5146 mm) | 205.6 in. (5222 mm) |
| Height | 54.9 in. (1394 mm) | 55.2 in. (1402 mm) |
| Width | 73.4 in. (1864 mm) | 73.4 in. (1864 mm) |
| Front Tread | 60.3 in. (1632 mm) | 60.3 in. (1532 mm) |
| Rear Tread | 59.8 in. (1519 mm) | 59.8 in. (1519 mm) |
| Standard Tires | Michelin P205/70R15 | |
DRIVETRAIN
| Transmission | 4T60-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic with overdrive (includes viscous converter clutch) |
| Steering | Power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Front Suspension | independent Macpherson strut with coil springs. strut-type shock absorbers, integral-in strut and Computer Command Ride and stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | fully independent with coil springs. automatic level control and Computer Command Ride |
| Brakes | Power assisted front disc/rear drum w/Teves anti-lock braking system |
| Body Construction | integral body-frame |
| Fuel Tank | 18.0 gal. |
OPTIONS
| Security Pkg. | $295 | Cold Weather Pkg. | $369 |
| Custom Seating Pkg. | $425 | Astroroof | $1,550 |
| Gold Ornamentation Pkg. | $395 | Leather Seating | $570 |
| Delco-Bose Sound Syst. | $575 | Delco-Bose Sound Syst. w/CD | $872. |
HISTORICAL NOTES
- Cadillac’s model year production totaled 220,284 compared with 268,698 the year previous.
- Based on sales at 213,288 automobiles in 1991 (vs. 258,168 the year before).
- Cadillac’s share of the U.S. market was 2.61 percent compared with 2.78 percent in 1990.
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