Cadillac history 1997

1997 CADILLAC ELDORADO

The Eldorado series returned with the "base" coupe and Eldorado Touring Coupe (ETC), each powered by the Northstar V-8 and 4T80-E combination as in the previous year.
New standard features included
- Magnasteer (already standard on the ETC).
- hydraulic shocks with higher damping rate
- new lower control arm design to better absorb cornering load.
- one-inch larger front brake discs
- trunk storage dividers
- improved headliner and acoustic refinements
- more user friendly climate control readouts.
All 1997 Eldos were manufactured with an analog gauge cluster, full center console and dual zone climate control as standard fare.
The Eldo coupe received a new personalization programmable package that included auto door locks exterior lighting, activation verification and battery storage
The ETC added road texture detection to aid anti-lock braking effectiveness.
StabiliTrak system to help the driver maintain control on slippery surfaces, and 11 additional driver information center (DC) messages, including: headlamps suggested, ice possible (outside temperature of 36 degrees or lower) and check fuel gauge.
The ETC also received a new personalization programmable package that included
- choice of memory recall with remote keyless entry
- key in ignition or memory switches
- HVAC settings
- radio preset settings
- battery storage mode
- perimeter lighting
- activation verification
- auto door lock
Also new to the ETC was a memory package that featured eight-way seat adjustments and exit, outside rearview mirror adjustments and lumbar support positions.
Eldos offered the OnStar communication system as optional equipment.

IDENTIFICATION

Series No.	Body/Style No.	Body Type	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
EL1	L57	2-dr. Coupe	37995	3843	18,102
ET1	T57	2-dr. Touring Coupe	41395	3876	18,102

ENGINE

Feature	Eldorado	Eldorado Touring Coupe
Engine	32-valve Northstar V8 90-degree, dual overhead cam
Construction	Aluminum-alloy block with cast iron cylinder liners and cylinder heads
Manifold	Composite intake manifold
Spark plugs	Dual-platinum tipped
Displacement	4565cc (i.e., 4.6 liters) (279 cu. in.)
Bore & Stroke	3.66 x 3.31 in
Compression ratio	10.3 : 1
Brake Horsepower	275 @ 5600 rpm	300 @ 6000 rpm
Torque	300 lb-ft. @ 4000 rpm	295 lb.-ft @ 4400 rpm
Valve train	Direct acting hydraulic tappets
Fuel supply	Sequential-port fuel injection
Coolant	DEX-COOL^TM long-life corrosion-inhibiting with "limp-home" engine coolant loss protection
Exhaust	Stainless steel exhaust system

CHASSIS

Feature	Eldorado	Eldorado Touring Coupe
Wheelbase	2743 mm (108.0")
Overall Length	5086 mm (200.2")
Height	1362 mm (53.6")
Width	1918 mm (75.5")
Front Tread	1546 mm (60.9")
Rear Tread	1546 mm (60.9")
Curb Weight	1708 kg (3765 lb.)	1724 kg (3801 lb.)
Luggage capacity	435 liters (15.3 cu. ft.)
Fuel tank capacity	76 liters (16.7 Imp. gal.) (20 US gal.)
Fuel Economy City/Hwy	13.8 l/100 km - 9 l/100 km (20.4/31.2 mpg-imp) (17/26 mpg US)
Basic Warranty, Months/Distance	48/80,000 km (50,000 miles)
0-96 kph (0-60 mph)	7.8 seconds	7.3 seconds
Top speed	180 kph (112 mph)	240 kph (150 mph)
Standard wheel	16" x 7" cast-aluminum
Optional wheel	16" x 7" chrome finish cast aluminum
Standard tires	Michelin XW4 P225/60 SR16 all-season blackwall	Goodyear Eagle RS-A P225/60HR16 all-season blackwall
Optional tires	Michelin XW4 P225/60SR16 all-season whitewall tires	Goodyear Eagle GA P225/60ZR16 all-season performance

TECHNICAL

Feature	Eldorado	Eldorado Touring Coupe
Transmission	4T80-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic (includes viscous converter clutch)
Steering	Power-assisted rack-and-Pinion, Magnasteer.
Front Suspension	Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs. strut-type shock absorbers and stabilizer bar and MacPherson strut dampers	Independent MacPherson strut with coil springs, strut-type shock absorbers and stabilizer bar and electronic continuously variable road sensing suspension.
Rear Suspension	Fully independent. short/long arm and stabilizer bar w/automatic level control and electronic continuously variable rood sensing suspension	Fully independent coil springs, short/long arm and stabilizer bar w/automatic level control and electronic continuously variable rood sensing suspension.
Brakes	Power assisted front and rear disc w/Bosch anti-lock braking system.
Body Construction	Integral body-frame
Fuel Tank	20.0 gals.

OPTIONS

ELDORADO CONVENIENCE/APPEARANCE OPTIONS:

WA7 Memory/Personalizatlon Pkg. $437.
WA8 Safety/Security Pkg. $502.
WA9 Sport int. Pkg. $1,223.
Elect. Compass $100.
Garage Door Opener $107.
Accent Striping (Eldo) $75.
Heated Front Seats $225.
Astroroof $1,550.
White Diamond Paint $500
Pearl Red Paint $500.
Bose Sound Syst. wiCassette $723
Bose Sound Syst. w/Cassette & CD Changer $1,31s
Bose Sound Syst. w/Digital Signal Processing $1,513.
P225/605R16 WSW Tires (Eldo) $76.
P225/607R16 BSW Tires Touring Coupe) $250.
Chrome wheels $1,195.

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