1993 Cadillac Seville problems
The Cadillac Seville is a mid-size luxury car manufactured by Cadillac from the 1976 to 2004 model years as a smaller-sized, premium model. It was replaced by the STS in 2004 for the 2005 model year.
Origin of the name
The name of "Cadillac's first small car" was selected over a revival of LaSalle or the GM design staff's preference, LaScala, primarily because, as noted by GM Marketing Director Gordon Horsburgh, "It had no negatives." The initial suggestion was "Leland" in honor of one of the make's founders but it was rejected because most buyers wouldn't understand the reference and Henry Leland had also founded rival Lincoln.
Hundreds of suggestions were considered: after extensive research, LaSalle was the top pick with St. Moritz a distant second, trailed further by Seville. A troubled past (LaSalle) and difficult pronunciation (St. Moritz) led to the eventual selection of the Seville nameplate.
Seville is the name of a Spanish province and its capital, renowned for its history and treasures of art and architecture. Cadillac had first used the nameplate for a two-door hardtop version of the 1956 Eldorado. 1960 was the last model year for the Eldorado Seville, returning in 1967 under a different name.
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Common 1993 Cadillac Seville problems
Based on complaints from owners of the 1993 Cadillac Seville, several common problems have been identified:
- Wiring Issues in the Steering Column: Problems with wires in the steering column connecting to the ignition lock cylinder can occur, leading to issues with the anti-theft system and causing the vehicle to fail to start. A full replacement of the ignition lock cylinder for this problem can cost between $145 to $173.
- Cooling System Leaks: The water pump or radiator in the Cadillac Seville may start to leak coolant, potentially causing the engine to overheat and leading to a blown head gasket. Repairing a blown head gasket can result in significant repair costs.
- Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure: The crankshaft position sensor in the Cadillac Seville can fail, causing the engine to stall intermittently. Replacing the crankshaft position sensor can cost between $218 to $304.
- Power Window Regulator Failure: Owners have reported issues with power window regulators failing, causing windows to fall into the door and not roll back up. The replacement cost for window regulators can range from $538 to $579.
- Anti-Theft System Malfunction: Problems with the anti-theft system can occur, leading to the vehicle refusing to start. A diagnosis is needed to address this issue, and a complete ignition switch replacement can cost between $172 to $206.
These common problems highlight various areas of concern for owners of the 1993 Cadillac Seville, ranging from issues with the vehicle's heating and cooling systems to electrical and mechanical components. Addressing these problems promptly can help maintain the performance and reliability of the Cadillac Seville.
What is the mpg on a 1993 Cadillac Seville?
1993 Cadillac Seville review: Our expert's take
The 4.9-liter, 200-horsepower V-8 that had powered the STSand the base Seville stays in the base model. The 32-valve V-8 provides quieter operation and quicker movement into the passing lane than the 4.9, yet keeps the same mileage rating at 16 m.p.g.city/25 highway.
What happened to the Cadillac Seville?
The Cadillac Seville is a mid-size luxury car manufactured by Cadillac from the 1976 to 2004 model years as a smaller-sized, premium model. It was replaced by the STS in 2004 for the 2005 model year.
What is the 0 60 on a 1993 Cadillac Seville?
How fast is the 1993 Cadillac Seville? The 1993 Seville ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 200 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9.5 seconds to the STS Touring Sedan 4D with 295 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.5 seconds.
When did Cadillac stop making the Seville?
2004
The Cadillac Seville (discontinued in 2004) was a full-size performance sedan that combined responsive Northstar V8 engine power with advanced driving technology.
What is the 0 60 on a 1993 Cadillac Seville?
How fast is the 1993 Cadillac Seville? The 1993 Seville ranges in power from the Sedan 4D with 200 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9.5 seconds to the STS Touring Sedan 4D with 295 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 7.5 seconds.
What happened to the Cadillac Seville?
The Cadillac Seville is a mid-size luxury car manufactured by Cadillac from the 1976 to 2004 model years as a smaller-sized, premium model. It was replaced by the STS in 2004 for the 2005 model year.
What is the mpg on a 1993 Cadillac Seville?
1993 Cadillac Seville review: Our expert's take
The 4.9-liter, 200-horsepower V-8 that had powered the STSand the base Seville stays in the base model. The 32-valve V-8 provides quieter operation and quicker movement into the passing lane than the 4.9, yet keeps the same mileage rating at 16 m.p.g.city/25 highway.
When did Cadillac stop making the Seville?
2004
The Cadillac Seville (discontinued in 2004) was a full-size performance sedan that combined responsive Northstar V8 engine power with advanced driving technology.
1993 Cadillac Seville car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Cadillac Seville problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1993 Cadillac Seville vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1993 Cadillac Seville
The NHTSA has received 46 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1993 Cadillac Seville. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1993 Cadillac Seville vehicles.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-02
- VIN: 1G6KY5295PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL LINE IS LEAKING AND CAN CAUSE A FIRE. THERE WAS A RECALL ON THIS PART IN 1993. THERE SAYING THERE IS NO OPEN RECALL ON THE FUEL LINES. THE DESCRIPTION OF THE RECALL IN 1993 IS EXACTLY WHAT IS GOING ON WITH MY FUEL LINES. ITS SPRAYING FUEL OUT OF ONE OF THE LINES BY THE ENGINE.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-02
- VIN: 1G6KY5295U8
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: THE FUEL LINE IS LEAKING. IT COULD START A FIRE AND I HAVE CHILDREN. I FOUND A RECALL ON THIS ALREADY ON ANOTHER SITE BUT DIDN'T KNOW IF IT WOULD STILL BE VALID TO GET IT REPLACED. I JUST BOUGHT THE VEHICLE FROM AN INDIVIDUAL AND THEN 2 MONTHS AFTER THIS HAPPENED. CONSEQUENCE: (FUEL LEAKS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN RESULT IN UNDERHOOD FIRES IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION) SUMMARY: (THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WERE NOT FULLY ASSEMBLED AND LOCKED. THE LINES CAN WORK LOOSE) REMEDY: (DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLE AND, IF NECESSARY ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM) I HAVE A 1993 CADILLAC SEVILLE STS V8 4.6L THAT'S WHAT THE RECALL SAID ABOUT THE RECALL ON THIS CAR. I HAVE TRIED TO BUY NEW PART BUT IT IS DISCONTINUED I AM ASSUMING BECAUSE THERE'S A RECALL. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-12
- VIN: 1G6KY5295PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CADILLAC SEVILLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GASOLINE SMELL IN THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD AND NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A GASOLINE LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN INTO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION OR REPAIRS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 93V088000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000. UPDATED 10/10/2 *CN UPDATED 10/15/2012 *JS
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-20
- VIN: 1G6KY5292PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 CADILLAC SEVILLE STS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING INTO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER, HOWEVER THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE VIN DID NOT QUALIFY FOR THE RECALL UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 93V088000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 77,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-03
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: LOWER CONTROL ARM, DRIVER'S SIDE FAILURE. ROOT CAUSE: RUST. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-18
- VIN: 1G6KY5294PU
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: BRAKE LIGHTS ON MY 93 SEVILLE HAVE BEEN A PROBLEM SINCE DAY ONE. I HAVE REPLACED SOCKETS AND THEY CONTINUE TO BURN OUT, NOT THE BULB BUT THE SOCKETS? I HAVE ASKED OTHER SEVILLE OWNERS AND THEY TOO HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. WHY HASN'T THIS ISSUE BEEN ADDRESSED BY GM. IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE? *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- VIN: 1G6KY5297PU
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: ACCELERATION PROBLEM WITH 1993 STS CADILLAC. (NAR) *PH *CB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-13
- VIN: 1G6KY5292PU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE CAR STALLED AND WAS TOWED TO A REPAIR SHOP. THE NEXT DAY IT WAS BROUGHT INTO THE SHOP. THE MECHANIC TURNED THE IGNITION SWITCH TO START, AND THE INTAKE MANIFOLD EXPLODED, SENDING PIECES OF THE MANIFOLD THROUGHOUT THE SHOP. THE EXPLOSION ALSO DAMAGED THE POWER STEERING PUMP. IT WAS LATER DISCOVERED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE EXPLOSION WAS FUEL THAT HAD COLLECTED IN THE MANIFOLD DUE TO A CRACK IN THE PLASTIC FUEL RAIL. SOMETIME DURING 1993 THE MANIFOLD WAS RE-DESIGNED TO ALLEVIATE THIS PROBLEM, HOWEVER, THERE WERE NO RECALLS, LEAVING THOUSANDS(?) OF CARS WITH THIS POTENTIAL PROBLEM. I DID FIND A DEALER SERVICE BULLETIN CANCELING AN EXCHANGE PROGRAM FOR THE INTAKE MANIFOLDS FOR THIS MODEL AND YEAR. (NO: 93-I-58). *LA
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-30
- VIN: 1G6KY5290PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: STARTED THE VEHICLE AND IT MADE A LOUD BANG AND SMOKE CAME ROLLING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD, LOOKED AND SEEN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAS A HOLE BLOWN THREW IT AND DAMAGE TO THE COVER.*AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-29
- VIN: 1G6KY5296PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1993 CADILLAC SEVILLE EXPERIENCING GAS TANK LEAK.*MR THE VEHICLE'S PLASTIC GAS TANK EXPERIENCED A LEAK. THE LEAK RESULTED IN A PUDDLE UNDER THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR DOOR AND A STRONG GAS ODOR. *NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-16
- VIN: 1G6KY529XPU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: LOST VEHICLE BRAKING BECAUSE OF BRAKE LINE TUBING CORROSION. I NARROWLY AVOIDED REAR ENDING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME BY QUICKLY CHANGING LANES INTO THE LEFT TURN LANE. IT APPEARS AS THOUGH THE BRAKE TUBING WAS NOT GALVANIZED AS THE PITTING CORROSION WAS SEVERE... THE CAR IS ONLY 10 YEARS OLD. I HOPE OTHERS WILL NOT BE EXPOSED TO THIS SUDDEN LOSS OF A MAJOR SAFETY SYSTEM ON THE VEHICLE... THE BRAKES!*JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-28
- VIN: 1G6KY5290PU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE INTAKE MANIFOLD BLEW UP IN A PUFF OF SMOKE WHEN I TURNED THE KEY, BLEW A HOLE RIGHT THREW THE END OF THE MANIFOLD! *NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-03
- VIN: 1G6KS52B2PU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: THE GAS PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT WARNING AND THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. *NLM
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-06
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Summary: WHILE CONSUMER WAS HAVING VEHICLE SERVICED FOR A LEAKING MASTER CYLINDER, THE BRAKE LINE FAILED PER DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE DETAILS. TS *DT
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6KY5296PU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: SHORT IN REAR RIGHT TAIL LIGHTS; RIGHT TURN SIGNAL DOESN'T FLASH WHEN ANY LIGHTS (PARKING OR HEADLIGHTS) ARE TURNED ON. NOTICED SAME PROBLEM WITH MANY OTHER SEVILLES ON THE ROAD. DEALER HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF ANY PROBLEMS. WORRIED THAT THIS WILL CAUSE REARENDING ACCIDENTS OR PEOPLE PULLING OUT IN FRONT OF US WHEN THEY CAN'T SEE OUR TURNSIGNAL, OR WHEN THEY CAN'T SEE THE BRAKELIGHT OR TURNSIGNAL TO LET THEM KNOW WE ARE SLOWING DOWN. PLEASE HELP.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-10
- VIN: 1G6KY5290PU
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHILE REPLACING THE FUEL FILTER, BOTH REAR BRAKE LINES WERE NOTED TO BE SEVERLY RUSTED. BY THE TIME THE FUEL FILTER WAS REMOVED FROM THE HOLDING BRACKET (THIS BRACKET ALSO HOLDS THE BRAKE LINES ABOVE THE FILTER) THE BRAKE LINES STARTED TO LEAK. MANUFACTURER DOES NOT RECOMMEND UNDERCOATING, HOWEVER DEALERSHIP STATED THAT WHEN THEY REPLACE BRAKE LINES THEY ALWAYS UNDERCOAT THE LINES. NOW, SECTIONS OF BRAKE LINE HAVE BEEN REPLACED, HOWEVER SOME SECTIONS OF THE LINE CAN'T BE EASILY REACHED AND WILL REMAIN IN PLACE. I'M WORRIED THAT THE LINES WILL RUPTURE WHEN I'M DRIVING AND NEED TO BRAKE HARD. HELP!
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-09-12
- VIN: 1G6KS52B7PU
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE AT REPAIR SHOP MECHANIC LISTENED FOR OTHER NOISES. THEN, PUT CAR IN PARK AND IT REVVED UP TO ABOUT 200 AND LURCHED FORWARD. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN CONSUMER WAS DRIVING VEHICLE WAS STALLING AND HESITATING IN STARTING. COMPUTER CHIPS WERE BURNING OUT BECAUSE COMPUTER ON DASH GAVE INFORMATION TO THE REST OF VEHICLE, AND VEHICLE COMPUTER CHIP WAS DEFECTIVE. CONSUMER STATED THAT HE TOOK VEHICLE TO A GARAGE TO FIX THE PROBLEM.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-11-08
- VIN: 1G6KY5298PU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: THE ENGINE DEVELOPED A NOISE DUE TO A DAMAGED PISTON WRIST PIN ON A CYLINDER AS THE RESULT OF A DESIGN FLAW, AS STATED IN SERVICE BULLETIN 47-61-42 ISSUED 01-FEB-95. YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-06-22
- VIN: NOT AVAILAB
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: WHEN GAS TANK GOT TO 1/4 FULL IT DIED OUT/STALLED WHEN TURNING CORNERS. ALSO, FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. DEALER SAID IT WAS BECAUSE OF AGE/ WEAR & TEAR ON THE VEHICLE. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-24
- VIN: 1G6KY5296PU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: RADIATOR FAILURE CAUSING COOLANT AND TRANSMISSION FLUID TO MIX. AS A RESULT WATER GOT INTO TRANSMISSION AND CAUSED COMPLETE FAILURE OF TRANSMISSION.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1G6KY529XPU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: INTERMITTENT BACK FIRE TOWARD INTAKE MANIFOLD, CRACKING MANIFOLD CAUSING FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1G6KY5293PU
- Components: SUSPENSION,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHEN TRAVELING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM THE FRONT END, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL VEHICLE. LSO VEHICLE STALLED OUT WITHOUT OR PRIOR WARNING. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED DEALER, DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-07-10
- VIN: 1G6KY5294PU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CAR COMPUTER REPORTED A RICH FUEL MIXTURE, MECHANIC TESTED INJECTORS AND TRIED TO START ENGINE, IT BLEW UP, CRACKED INTAKE MANIFOLD AND A CYLINDER. NEXT YEAR OF MODEL HAD A CORRECTIVE DEVICE TO RELIEVE SUCH EXPLOSIONS
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1G6CD53BXP4
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING 55MPH & STARTED TO SLOW DOWN WHEN THE ABS BRAKES LOCKED UP. WAS EXPERIENCING EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SKID. VEHICLE HIT AN EMBANKMENT & THEN FLIPPED OVER. HAD HIT RIGHT SIDE OF VEHICLE & THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. *AK
1993 Cadillac Seville recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1993 Cadillac Seville.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Summary: IF THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY CONTACTS THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER OUT HOSE, THE HOSE MAY WEAR THROUGH ALLOWING ENGINE OIL TO LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
- Consequence: AN OIL LEAK THAT CONTACTS THE HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM CAN RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A TIE STRAP TO RETAIN THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER OUTLET HOSE TO THE AUXILIARY ENGINE OIL COOLER INLET HOSE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RADIATOR ASSURING ADEQUATE CLEARANCE OF THE AFFECTED HOSE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY.
- Manufacturer: GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WERE NOT FULLY ASSEMBLED AND LOCKED. THE LINES CAN WORK LOOSE, CAUSING A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
- Consequence: FUEL LEAKS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAN RESULT INUNDERHOOD FIRES IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
- Remedy: DEALER WILL INSPECT VEHICLE AND, IF NECESSARY, ADJUST OR REPLACE THE FUEL FEED AND RETURN LINES TO THE ENGINE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM.
Negative 1993 Cadillac Seville car reviews
Positive 1993 Cadillac Seville car reviews
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Great riding car! I really enjoy the powerful motor. However, I have been experiencing some issues with the fuel injection system. I took it to a Cadillac technician, but unfortunately, they were unable to determine the cause of the problem. They did charge me $1800 to install a kit on the fuel injection housing, but it still backfires when starting.
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This has been the most reliable car you've ever had. It's ten years old and you haven't had any problems with it. You get your standard oil change and that's all. It still looks great and drives great!
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Not only does the Cadillac Seville house the best engine ever made, but it's also a blast to drive. The comfort is amazing, the power is astonishing and yet you still can get 27 MPG on the highway. Simply put, it's the best car I've ever owned.
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Eleven years of roomy, comfortable, powerful head turning pleasure. Maintenance has been minimal, including brake pads, oil changes, one radiator hose, and one radiator replacement in the tenth year. It's no surprise that MT selected this model as Car of the Year for the second consecutive year in 1993. All this with an annual depreciation cost of about $2,600 per year.
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with my STS. I purchased it back in September of '98 and it had 93,000 miles on it. Now, it has 153,000 miles and I'm happy to say that it's still running great! I did the first tuneup at 120,000 miles and have always followed the dealer service recommendations (except for the tuneup, which I did because the car was running a little rough at 120K). While the dealer service can be a bit pricey, I believe it's worth it. The only major repair I've had to do was replace the radiator at 140,000 miles, but other than that, it's just been normal maintenance. Overall, I think it's a great car and I'm actually planning on purchasing another one this fall. Thanks for listening!
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Are you having problems with your 1993 Cadillac Seville?
Lennie Botsford 2024-11-24
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with the car I recently purchased from the original owner. While it has had some challenges, I've been able to replace a number of parts including the gas tank, brake lines, ball joints, brakes, tires, transmission, antenna motor and antenna, radiator, water pumps, trans cooling fan, shocks, and exhaust system. Although it has overheated twice, I find it fun to drive when it's working properly. However, I would caution against purchasing this car without being aware of its history. Thanks for listening!
Albin Nolan 2024-11-06
I recently purchased this car with 112000 miles on it. The previous owner took great care of it and had it serviced every 3k miles at the Cadillac dealership. I absolutely love driving this car on the freeway as it gets an impressive 30 mpg on premium fuel. The ride is smooth and comfortable, and the car is just as quiet on the inside as some of the newer luxury cars I've rented in the past (such as Lexus, Benz, and BMW). The 4.9 engine provides great power, although it can be a bit much from a dead stop (since it's front-wheel drive), but it's perfect for passing. There is a small oil leak that needs to be fixed, which seems to be coming from the timing chain cover (typical GM issue). Additionally, the air conditioning compressor recently went down, but it's a relatively easy $300 fix if you're willing to do it yourself. The only issue I've had with the car is that the factory Bose CD player tends to skip in cold weather. Overall, I have no complaints and would definitely consider buying another Cadillac.
Tyrell Larkin 2024-10-11
I purchased this car from the original owner, who was an older lady that took great care of it. At the time of purchase, the car had only 32K miles, but after 9 months, it has now reached 42K miles. Unfortunately, I have had to spend well over $4000 on repairs, including a new battery, radiator, AC compressor, alternator, bushings, starter, electrical work, antenna motor, and a transmission modulator, which cost over $2000 at the dealer. Despite my negative experience with this used GM car, I have since purchased a 98 Lexus GS400, and the difference is remarkable. The Lexus is a superior car in every way. It's a shame that American car manufacturers can't seem to compete with the Japanese in terms of quality.
Moriah Larson 2024-07-27
This was a great car! I sold mine 2 years ago because it had 175k miles on it, but it still ran smoothly until the end. It was comfortable on both surface streets and highways. I did have some issues with the thermostat and overheating, but other than that, there were never any serious problems. The V-8 engine was impressive and could really get up and go, even achieving 25+ mpg on the highway. The handling was good, but at speeds over 90mph, it became a bit worrisome. However, this car was never meant for high-speed chases, it was meant for cruising in comfort, and it did that very well!