1967 Cadillac coupe deville

[Locadd]

Hi to all,
I have just sighned up to this forum as I have just purchased a beautiful 1967 Coupe Deville completly original with white walls, Can any one tell me if this model can be made into a convertable without to many major mods and also if it is difficult to fit air bag suspension.
I Live in Western Australia so if you would like to drop a line just to say hello
Cheers.

[I~LUV~Caddys8792]

Beautifiul car!

I'm gonna move this to the proper (RWD 19xx-84 deVille/ RWD Brougham) section.

[codewize]

I wouldn't do any such thing. You'll destroy any and all historical value of the car. I'd love to own that just the way it is.

[Highway Star]

If I'm not mistaken, the convertibles used a stiffer, re-inforced chassis. The 67/68 coupes have gorgeous roofs, I'd never consider chopping one of those. It would certainly be a major undertaking, and might end up ruining a very nice car.

[RightTurn]

Howdy and welcome! Gorgeous car.

[77CDV]

Anything can be done if you're willing to spend enough money. As mentioned, the frame will have to be reinforced to compensate for the loss of a fixed roof. The top will have to be a custom job as the stock top frame will not work (the coupe and convertible have different rooflines and different rear side glass). Air suspension would be a breeze by comparison. Cadillac used the same basic chassis from 1959 until 1970, and air suspension was an option until 1961 (more trouble than it was worth). A system such as was available from the factory in 1959 and 1960 would require an engine-driven compressor, piping, and valves and levels at each wheel. The system was designed to keep the car level in all conditions. You could also use a more modern electric compressor.

For myself, I would not do either of these things. It would ruin the authenticity of the car, and I like my cars factory spec. It would also be hideously expensive. However, it's not my car, so I have no say in the matter. In any case, you have a fabulous car. Enjoy!

Craig

[Pete Benson]

Gorgeous car, and one of my all-time favorite Cadillacs. My folks had one like yours (black leather interior), and I'd kill to have one just like it.

Please think twice about trying to make it into a convert. Unless you have a bucket load of money and a crew who knows EXACTLY what it's doing, it'll wind up a hack job and I guarantee you'll be sorry you made the attempt.

[jayoldschool]

If you cut the top off that car, I will never speak to you again.

Air suspension... that's ok.

[lilny2002]

The most I would do is T-top it , but dont chop it just buy a run down convert and swap everyting. Baggit Its a good ride check on FBSS, very smooth ride.

[Eastwood]

Why would you do such a thing? I would consider that to be a sin.

Besides that it's gonna cost you a shit load of money:

chop roof (nicely)
re-inforce chassis
rebuild interior
replace quarter windows
replace windshield frame
install custom made top frame
etc

This is gonna be very expensive and if done wrong it will also look hideous.
Think twice before chopping a beautiful car; you're gonna regret this for a very long time.

[DrFunky]

DON'T CUT THE TOP OFF THAT CAR!!!!

PLEEEAAASE!!!

why would you want to destroy a hardtop? Hardtops are just as nice as convertibles.

[outsider]

as everyone else said...stock is awesome so why change it? :P