Which era of deville do you prefer?

[longo]

Considering a 93 or 95 deville. Both have the 4.9 liter. The 93 has 75k on it and the 95 has 85k so both fairly comparable. I can get the 93 for 2k and the 95 for around 2.5k Just looking for some pros and cons on each. Any big differences? Any info appreciated.

[Rodya234]

I like the '93 better, but I'm very biased lol. The '93 is around 500lbs lighter making it quicker 0-60. (a '93 with Touring Sedan gears will beat even a N* powered '95 to 60) Fuel economy is around the same, because even though the '95 is heavier it has a lower coefficient of drag. '95 has four wheel disc brakes, while the '93 is front disc, rear drum. '95 also has other little niceties, such as traction control, a quieter engine, dual airbags, etc.


It's personal preference really. Neither is drastically different, for better or for worse, from the other.

[cadillac_al]

I have never warmed up to the styling of the 94-96 Devilles. I would say it's personal preference.

[primerib]

I have a 95 and have little complaints about it. But I'd go for the 4.9L with less mileage if everything else is in order.

[V-Eight]

93 for looks, 95 for everything else.

[dirt_cheap_fleetwood]

Go for the '95. I miss mine dearly, it was the best car I ever owned. The '95 makes much less wind noise on the highway and it rides a little softer.

[brougham]

The 95 has a nicer interior and door panels that don't fall apart. They also drive better. Anything else comes down to looks. So just get whatever one you like the best.

[V-Eight]

The door panels don't fall apart, the vinyl on the arms just cracks

Originally Posted by dirt_cheap_fleetwood

Go for the '95. I miss mine dearly, it was the best car I ever owned. The '95 makes much less wind noise on the highway and it rides a little softer.

I think the 93 actually rides softer, but its also bouncier.

[Rodya234]

Originally Posted by V-Eight

The door panels don't fall apart, the vinyl on the arms just cracks

And you can buy replacements for those on ebay pretty cheap.

[V-Eight]

Even in white?

[I~LUV~Caddys8792]

I like the way the '93 looks more...the classic hard-edged styling, the full tail lights (on the 94-96, they don't go lower than the bumper), and the open rear wheel wells. The '95 looks more whalish and rounded, but it's got a much more modern interior (the '93's interior was designed for '85) and it's quieter inside.

Your pick is as good as mine.

[bill57]

The '93 for smooth ride.

[ehall]

I have never liked the whale bodies however they are longer and more luxurious

[still_walkin]

I agree the 93. i heard bad things about the 94s and up. the northstar engine i hear stuff about blown heads and such but i think its just a high maintence engine and requires a lot tlc. I believe it varys. But I go with a 93 my friend had a 95 blown head 120k

[brougham]

95 Deville doesn't have Northstar unless it's a Concours. Only 1996 and newer Devilles have it.