Driving a ‘barn’ find ‘64 Caddy. 30 day update! Did it blow up?
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- It’s been 30 days since I decided to turn this derelict 1964 Cadillac into my daily driver that had been sitting for 25 years! What’s it like driving a barn find? What repairs has it needed? And does it even still run?!? Find out on this update video! And... don’t forget to subscribe for more videos!
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About the whitewalls... or lack of. I wanted the factory spec 1” white walls but the shop I took it to could not source them... and since I was trying to get it ready for a car show the next morning I couldn’t wait To source some. Thus it has Black wall tires. At some point I would put the white walls on but for now this is what it has.
There are white paints that work amazingly well for doing sidewalls. There are tons of these paint jobs ( and vids too from California car shops) done this way all over North America. Easy as pie to do them yourself too. I don't know how much you paid, but it all looks amazing. I can only imagine how happy you were the first few drives. I was smiling the whole vid. You LUCKY fella you!
Your choice is WAY better than putting period INCORRECT wide whitewalls on it.
Uniroyal has good tires and makes nice whitwall tires .
Could your sign-painter friend or Josh paint the whitewalls on?
Search on CZcams for "How To Make White wall tyres" I've found some helpful videos. Hope you find one that's helpful.
Who's here after the touching tribute Alex made to this woman? 😭❤️
Yes he did that so well :)
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Yes!!
I had to come to watch this. Who would have realized the house he is cleaning out was her's. I am so pleased with his kind tribute. Alex and Melissa never cease to amaze me!
When she says thankyou in this video, I get shivers.
watching the 2 videos about the caddie again after the Musician's tribute...brings even more meaning to the story
My dad used to work for the Cadillac plant that built this car. He may have been the one that painted the original paint job for this particular car. I smile when I see this old beauty on the road again. They don’t make them like this car anymore. So many memories. I am here because of your video tribute to Miss Bette today. You made me cry with that video. You are a kind young man and you have always shown Miss Bette the proper respect.
It is SO PRECIOUS that Alex asked, "Would you prefer to be chauffeured Madam?" and he didn't even ask that question jokingly! He asked in all seriousness and he even wore a TIE!! That is called Treating someone with dignity and respect!
It is why I started watching his channel. I can't believe I've followed him and his family for over 4 years now. Amazing!
I had to come watch this video again after the video just posted. I wanted to hear her voice. Thank you! ☺️
Me too
Me too, so amazing. Would've been lovely to have met her.
That was amazing.
Madame Rac seemed very sweet. What a difference a year makes.....RIP.
this was lovely to see after your recent video- she clearly was a sweet woman and had a lot of personality even in this short clip. im sure she would be happy to know that you ended up taking care of the rest of her possessions, too.
So after I watched your video about the lady who owned the house you are currently working at and learned you bought the Cadillac from her, I hunted down this video. Very cool, and it was so nice to see her being driven around in her dad's classic car. I think that was such a lovely thing. So glad you got the car restored and it looks stunning.
I did the same and searched for the car video!
So glad that she got to take a ride in the restored car. Interesting how this car lead to this wonderful lady and your adventure with the Musicians house.
Bette had the kindness eyes ❤️
Great to see Madame Rack during the first caddy video. I did not put two and two together until the end of your lovely tribute to the beautiful woman.
Am here to see Bette, Madam Rac, her style has changed so much over the years. I would never have guessed that she was the owner of the musician's house that Alex is now clearing. So sorry that she has died, she was a very charming lady.
I love that little lady, she is so adorable ❤️
So happy she was able to go for a ride in her Cadillac again. Such a graceful woman. Extremely thoughtful of you. You have to know you were meant to clear her home and tell her story. So happy I found your channel.
Wonderful to go back and see this wonderfully happy Madame Rac alive and smiling. Great job Alex in telling her story in other videos,
Wonderful seeing Mrs Rac she seemed a really lovely lady🙂
1964 was a fantastic year (I was born in '64) :-). Nice car. Growing up, my father always had Cadillacs. Alex, that was so sweet of you to chauffeur the beautiful special lady!
This is so cool to come back to . After watching you clean out her home. What an Extraordinary Woman.
.........and this is why there is no car in the garage of 'The Musician's House'
Shhh :)
Didn't take her long to fill that space with other items.
@@moncorp1 I was thinking the same.
@@moncorp1 Once the car was sold she or someone helping her probably tried to start cleaning out the house. Wouldn't take long to fill an empty space when there was that much in the house. I agree with you though, had my doubts when I saw the amount in the garage.
@@farmcentralohio pp
Beautiful Cadillac and an amazing lady. She left many wonderful things behind for others to enjoy.
I was blown away by the mileage! I had never heard you mention it before. You have a virtually new car, an amazing find! Cars back then were built to last, not like today’s plastic vehicles.
The ex owner lady of this Cadillac is a real character! You have run into lots of characters on your adventures!
I’m here after watching your touching tribute to this lovely lady Alex
Alex, my parents always had a Cadillac until the late 70's when my dad felt that they didn't make them the same. When I was a kid I just about lost my fingers from the car's power windows and locks. My brother caught my fingers in the car & still have the scars 50 plus years later! My mom was in a 12 car pile up in the beginning of the 70's out on the freeway! We were later told that had she been in any other type of car she probably wouldn't have been with us. We were told at the garage the body was actually moved on the frame! Yes, she was wearing a seat belt and her most serious injury was on her sun visor was a leather pouch that had metal clips to hold it on the visor which was to hold the insurance card etc. It split her forehead clear across. She was found about 45mins later in the back seat by a car passing by & saw her bloody hands pawing at the window trying to get out! The police said that no one went to her car because it was quite a bit further up from the major pile. We wanted to thank the good samaritan but he never gave his name. Follow up: 25 years later a man joined our group (The Tucson Mountain Men) and during a discussion at one of our functions after talking about a member's car accident he mentioned the one that he came upon in 1970. It was my mom's!!
I heard somewhere that Ralph Nader was in a airport limousine about 25 years ago and said the power windows he was using were going up way too fast, so eventually worldwide regulations slowed them down and mandated a quick stop/kill switch if the window motor detected any resistance.
Aint that something. Small world.
@@billolsen4360 I had this same caddy, and I always felt very safe in it. Nowadays it feels like we are driving around in cardboard compared to my sedan de ville! Great story - glad your mom was OK- saved by the car! And then you meet the guy who got her out so many years later! Just awesome. Proof miracles happen!
@@mamaboocee Yup those old Caddys were dependable tanks! Recently saw an accident where BMW ran red light, hit driver's door of smallest Hyundai built. Front of BMW destroyed, but old lady in Hyundai actually open driver's door, got out unharmed. New cars feel like cardboard I know, but guess engineers know what they're doing.
@@billolsen4360 wow, that's amazing - and good to hear.
I always thought Volvo were the safest car, here is why - I had a friend that got hit head on by a drunk driver doing 50. It was at the crest of a hill on a bridge, so there was no warning. The drunk driver was on the wrong side of the road. My friend was in a Volvo. The other guy didn't make it, but the Volvo saved her life - albeit she broke every bone in her body from the neck down, but the people who extracted her from the wreck said it was a miracle she lived. She had extensive surgeries, but recovered with full mobility, went on to get married and have kids. If I had tithe money, I would buy a volvo, but I like the car i have now - VW TIQUAN. Its a pretty nice car but didn't do so hot on one of the crash tests (the crash they test for at the front right or left corner). I was surprised VW allowed that. It does feel pretty heavy for a light SUV, and it's pretty fast. I like it a great deal.
My Dad always owned GM cars, never a Caddy but Chevys, Buicks, and Pontiacs. He had a 1962 Buick Special station wagon that I drove sometimes when I was in my teens. The valve on top of the carb stuck in cold weather but he kept a big-ass screwdriver in the glove box for whacking it loose! Take off air cleaner, apply screwdriver, replace air cleaner - started right up every time. Glad you saved that beautiful Caddy!
Great find! 😁😎
You must have won an ribbon at the car show you mentioned
you were going to!😁😎😀🚘👍
Revisiting this again what an amazing car and previous owner - great job Alex 👌♥
My god... you struck GOLD! Well done! and the previous owner is adorable!
She is screaming for white walled tires!! Beautiful Car Alex!
The Big white walls not the skinny ones!
Of course the thin red line ones might look ok... :-)
LLAP
@@BrucesWorldofStuff when this car was new, big white walls were out. The thin ones were what it came with. Big white walls would make it look pimped.
@@johnfranklin5277 I know, I'm 66... Lol
I had a uncle that had a 66 Cad, it was a teal color with the wide white walls. It was Sharp!!!!
Wish I had that car today... 🤔😁
@@BrucesWorldofStuff Wide white walls did not come on this car from the factory. The white walls the car had when he bought it were the ones to get. Wide white walls look out of place on anything but a '50s car.
Please don’t put those gaudy gangster incorrect wide whitewalls on that car! It needs whitewalls but please for the
Sake of the car put the correct one inch ones on it! Fun car! 8 MPG but oh well!
Two great ol gals. One the previous owner, the other the hunk of Detroit steel. I'm glad you found her.
Betty Jo is just as adorable as she seems. I'm glad she's one of my neighbors!
It has been a pleasure to watch the Musician's House series. I loved this old car the first time I saw it. Now it takes on more meaning since I know Madame's story. You are a gracious person; most would be callus about the house. I think knowing who owned this house has made a difference.
Hey Alex, thanks for this video. When I was a kid in my late teens (in the late 70's) I worked for a guy who collected Caddie's - including a '64'. It was a machine shop, but when things were slow he had me maintain them, clean them and detail them. I guess I did such a good job I was the go-to guy for that kind of work. I didn't mind, it kept me out of the filth of the machine shop. I didn't appreciate the Caddies much back then because I was into muscle cars (still am) but have to admit my favorite was the '76' Coupe DeVille, with the 500 engine. Let me tell you that car was a street screamer. Your sedan is a true beauty and brings back a lot of good memories.
Alex you warm so many hearts with your kindness.
They don’t make cars like this anymore! This one is a beauty!
Don't ever buy into that crap about your carbon footprint or that you are somehow wasting natural resources. The number of classics, the amount they get driven and the joy they bring along with the enterprising people providing parts and services for classics is all good. There is absolutely no reason to feel any guilt because you enjoy cruising a classic. Anyone with anything derogatory to say is simply jealous. Even if they don't yet realise it.
@Stimpy&Ren Pull your tin foil hat down real tight 4 protection before someone like me sticks a half inch drive craftsman breaker bar in both your eyes... U know just for fun like demo derby....
No thay don't. Look audi A8 from 2018 and you see couple thousand reasons, difrents. Than tell me what you would choose like present and way.
An old caddy man here... I've been driving Cadillacs since the seventies. The last caddy I had was an 05. Hated, let me make this perfectly clear I hated that car! Cadillac was so embarrassed by this time the name Cadillac was not even on the outside of the car just CTS. The very first time I drove the car the notification system in the car spoken Spanish had to have it programmed for English. Worth writing bucket of bolts I ever owned! You got a beauty there, surprised you didn't get a carb rebuild kit for her and a classic caddy really looks beautiful with the old styled wide white walls. Thanks for sharing, so glad you got the Zoning for your new building. I was concerned about it, made a comment about it and you responded to it on one of your live videos. Thanks again for sharing...
I'm old enough to remember when stuff like Power Windows and Power Antennas were deluxe features that you would have to pay extra to get. I also recall that the bright light control was located on the floor to the left of the brake pedal.
Of course back in the day, a car like that was a status symbol that only the wealthy or highly successful people could afford.
Exactly, only the wealthy people could afford to buy a luxury car like this,but that's the reality even today, nothing new under the sun.
@@keno77 True, but today items that used to be an extra cost on a car such as power windows, air conditioning, and AM/FM Radio now come standard on all cars. At least in the U.S. they do.
And just think how unfortunate the kids are today because they will never know just what a battle ships anchor weighs or that could you actual own and drive one once upon a time...
I recall when my mom bought a 69 Grand Prix with Power Windows, Power Trunk Release, and Air Conditioning, unbelievable luxury after a string of used Chevrolet 210's and Bel Airs
Driving Miss Daisy comes to mind...although, my parents had several Caddys.
Wow! That's a beauty! You did a fantastic job on it! Your right ,they don't make them like they used to. That's when you could count on a good car to last!
That definitely was a great find and that was wonderful you giving her one last ride. ♥️👍😊
That lady was so happy. My dream is to own a old caddie
I'm glad the car is running smoothly for you Alex!.. she's a beauty!
My Daddy owned a couple of caddy's back in the day... the first one was metallic lime green and it was fun to ride around in.. it felt so huge because we were kids..
The second was a burgundy colored Fleetwood and I remember taking a trip to Canada I was in the rear window watching the stars, my Sister was in the back seat and my brother was on the back floor board.. no one ever thought of seat belts back then (and thankfully we never wrecked) but I'm sure that metal beast would have protected us somewhat..
When I grew up and rode in the caddy I remember how huge the car felt when I was little but it was funny that it still felt huge then too..lol
The car absolutely suits you Alex... it's smooth and has style! I hope it brings you MANY years of joy!
A quintessential gentleman deserves a quintessential classic!
In high school in the mid '70s, we used a similar 60's vintage Cadillac convertible as a limo for our Homecoming Parade. Can't beat the fins! Like riding on a sofa!
@@ladylibertywdc8324 What a great memory! Beautiful car indeed.
HEY ALEX , FIRST THE POTTER'S HOUSE , THEN THE CAR AND NOW THE NEW SHOP ! THIS HAS BEEN SO MUCH FUN ! THANK YOU ! PEACE , LOVE AND HAPPINESS TO YOU AND YOUR"S ALEX 🍍💛🧡💜❤💚💙
you were so kind to give the lady a ride.
The smoothness of the driving is due to the "leaf springs"... they make those old cars feel like you are floating.. which you actually are! I love your car.. it's beautiful and something to be proud to own... lovely
You are recycling all of it, every piece of it. Good for you. 💐
Remember as a child riding in a Caddy. It was one of the best cars of all times.
I would of freaked when she sat that coffee on the floor board then climbed all around it.....classic view seeing her little ole head over the back seat!! 🤣
Did it spill?
RetroRewindLLC Like “ Driving Miss Daisy “.
Glad I wasn't the only one that spotted that.
@@captainamericaamerica8090 no one said she didn't have the right to. We just said coffee on the floor freaked us out. Hell it would freak me out in my minivan bit in a classic such as this...gulp. Do you know how much he paid for it? You know he stole it from her how?
@@captainamericaamerica8090 You missed Alex giving a dumpster diver HALF of the sales off cartoon cells he brought in to cell. Did you pay attention to what he did for the Potter's family with proceeds from her work? Alex is not a "Finders Keepers" person.
Alex is so kind to take Madame Rac for a spin. That brought her joy.
You have a real beauty on your hands there. Love it. I have my parents 58 Cadillac, bought in 1960. I was 1 year old. My mom signed it over to me in 1982. I still drive it regularly around town, and to local car shows. Was repainted original color, in 1983, prestwick gray, it's a dark metallic color with a silver and dark gray interior. Time for a new paint job, the southern California sun eventually does them in lol. But other than that she's in pretty good shape. Hope you keep this one indefinitely. You never know if you sell it if the new owner winds up thrashing it. And that would be just terrible. You have done a great job bringing the old lady back to life.
What a sweet ride, those were built like tanks. One of the nice thing about older cars is they don't have all the computers and you can work on it yourself, score!😁
She's a beauty!!! It's amazing how that car has held up, they definitely don't make them like that anymore!
Absolutely beautiful car Alex. I love old cars. Have owned many over the years. I miss the way they ride and handle. Moving the wheel like that to steer them. You should keep the original carb if you can. Even if you don't use it, it will add to the car to have the original with it if you ever sell. I enjoy your videos and the kindness you show everyone you deal with. You treat people with dignity and respect and you keep your word. An old fashioned car for an old school man. Perfect!
One of best survivors I've ever seen.
64, 65 & 66 are my favorite years for pretty much every GM car. Good luck with it! It looks like it was very well taken care of. Cheers!
Here because of The Music Teachers house.Beautiful car.
I'm a big time Mopar guy. But this is fantastic, I love seeing survivor cars like this!! I can appreciate ALL makes when they look this good...
It’s 30 days later and I’m still as green as I was when I first saw that gorgeous car! However, I couldn’t think of anyone I’d most like to see own it than you, Alex! (Other than myself, of course!)
I love your car, I think it is one of the smoothest rides ever. So happy for you and for the car. She isn't rotting away being ignored anymore.
She a lovely lady. It's nice to see her after watching the videos of her house.
Oh, Alex, you did it again!!! You are a fun man, and so gracious.
The car is beautiful and sturdy and safe. I love everything about it! The color is perfect. You are a lucky guy. I don't know what you paid for it, but it was worth it.
Safe? If it has any seatbelts at all, they were installed aftermarket. No crumple zones, no collapsible steering column, no padded dash. Old cars, even Cadillacs were death traps compared to any modern car.
A big floaty boat! It’s just amazing how great that car looks and runs with a relatively small amount of work. It’s a fine looking ride and suits you just right!
People say that "big floaty boat" like it is an insult. I wish there were cars sold today that drove like this.
So awesome! That car would never leave my family! Please keep it and pass it down to the kids!
These comments are great. So many cool memories. Great car, great video. Feel Good Kinda Smiles all around
I so glad you found this car and you're actually using it, not just flipping it. She's absolutely gorgeous!
You are such a genuinely nice and honorable person. I feel very privileged to have found your channel and follow you and your family.
Thank you Kim!
There you go again Alex, not only do you give life to the important things in life, but you keep us with you to show the End of the story not leaving us guessing. I for one enjoy seeing the stories that inspire others to dream and how to make lemonade.
That car is so rockin' and it fits you perfectly- big enough for your family and more! My Dad had an old pink one just for fun, the seats were brocade fabric! I loved it! I think yours is a keeper! 🏤☺✌🚗
Man-o-man that's a beauty!!! My sister was born in 1964 and she doesn't look that good! Ha! Just kidding. I loved this video..almost as much as the one with you singing. Thanks, as always, for sharing!!
Beverly Settle I was born in 64 and look pretty darn good. ( thanks to a little nip and tuck ). 🤣😂✌🏻👍🏻
Super video! Now to get the Isetta on the road. Can't wait to see it operational. Congrats Alex!
Great car. I owned a 1973 Sedan De Ville from 1978 to 1983 and it had the best ride of any car that I have ever drove. I really enjoyed it. Thanks for posting.
I can't get enough of this car.
I had to come back to see it again...
Alex, if you have not yet be sure & repack the front wheel bearings. It's an often overlooked part of waking up a car that can be a real pain if the bearing welds itself to the spindle.
Good catch. And regresse everything.
Reminder to all, if you like the video and what Alex shares with us all, let the ads play. It’ll ensure more videos to come.
I let the ads play while I read the comments.😊
This strategy right here👆🏻
You found a gem with low miles and not abused, best buy for sure.
I bought a 1966 De Ville in 1997 and drove it every day for 6 years all over Texas. Was original paint, also a 4-door like yours, excellent build quality. Only replaced the tires and exhaust system & regular tune-up during this time. Never broke down on the road.
Cadillac up to 1975 were great cars, last good engine IMO was 472 cc.
Had several Caddie's in the past, not cheap on gas but great comfort & dependable, what more can you ask for ?
Keep it, they don't build like this anymore, thanks for sharing the story and lovely previous owner taking a drive around town with her.
When I was 10 (1969) my parents bought a '64 sedan de Ville, looks like the same color as this one. My mom especially wanted it since she'd grown up during the Depression era, and Cadillac was synonymous with wealth (they were both school teachers!! Lol!). In about 1972, while stopped behind a water truck, a kid in a late '60's Camero swerved around the truck and hit us head-on. It knocked us back 4 feet. I received a whiplash and it ruined the front end, but eventually it was repaired. I only remember driving it once, because it was traded in for a new one (1974). I spent many mornings sitting in that car in the dark in the driveway listening to the radio as I waited for my ride to school. The water pump had blown and the block had cracked. I wished at the time we could have kept it. It really was quality built and it did indeed ride smooth and quiet. I've been in a Rolls a time or two since as a car hauler, and I'd pick a '64 Caddy over a Rolls any day of the week and twice on Sunday!! Thanks for the post!
That's a beautiful car, So very kind of you to take her for a ride too, God Bless you n your family
My grandparents had a beautiful black Caddy with white interior. Once when I was with them a guy ran a red light and hit us. I was probably 6 years old and barely felt it. I remember, because of the force, that I slid out of my seat onto the floor and that was probably due more to the fact that they had plastic seat covers. I remember the seat covers had gold stars! I guess the gold stars must have been considered a real look in 1964!!
I love the music. It made it suspenseful. Now I want the old guy to pull that 72 Cadillac out of our barn and get it running.
I love old cars, so much care in engineering went into the design and manufacturing of them. Pretty much every car, truck and SUV look the same today. Yes I agree with you Alex, you are recycling and looking cool while doing it! YEAH!
This car suits you so well. I hope you keep it. 😀
So happy for you. When you first discovered the car, I commented ‘Keep It!!’, so glad you did. Wonderful car, just perfect for you. Don’t know how your going to do it, but garage that beauty, I know your already tight on garage space, - but am sure you and the family will work it out. Thank you, stay well and as always stay strong, safe and sure.
Idk that his garage is even 20 ft deep totally empty.
he didnt keep it. he sold it and all he got in return was money which has disappeared. I have a 1909 telephone that my grandfather stopped using in 1930
I drove a Cadillac for a month in the 80's. Nothing like it, so quiet I accidently got up to 50 in a 30 mile zone. Had no clue. Fab car you have there!
Cyd here...I'm 72 and in my opinion cars today have no personality. They all look alike. "Back in the day" cars were something to look at and admire. Thanks for putting this head-turner back on the street.👀
Lalalove this video!! Smooth everything! 🤗 what a score! And Miss Daisy is adorable indeed 😍😇 Caddy probably good in the snow? when you get snow tires...that must weigh a ton lol Congrats! You definitely deserve it! Much Aloha! 💛🌈🌊🏄♀️🌺
I was thinking of Driving Miss Daisy too. I'm so glad Alex took her out in her old car. She was thrilled, you could tell.
tom fournier She sure was! Must have brought back so many good memories for her. Alex is such the gentleman 🤩💛
That is a score of a lifetime I love when cars clean up beautifully just waiting for the right person to bring it back to life some people will never know that Joy congratulations on discovering it!
Damn right some of wish we could wash our old ladies and they would polish up that good... Oh well back to paper work and outta here..
and Alex sold it for only money. Should have kept this one!
Absolutely beautiful! Made in the day when people were proud of their craftsmanship!! Thanks Alex for sharing this with us!!
That car is a boat-length! It looks as though it rides smoothly. The windows were fast and scary...before we knew what power windows could do. Great dash. That car is such a luxury vehicle, and its personality IS you, Alex. If you were trying to sell it, that was a great commercial. The new carb will probably cure that last glitch. Bespoke custom...perfect words for that perfect vehicle. ❤️
What a boat! 1958-64 GM cars are just the most glamorous!
My grandparents always had Cadillacs or Olds. I remember riding in a car like this one as a child and noticing the difference in how it felt compared to others. And I agree although the Rolls Royce had more floor space (as a kid again) to play, really no difference in how it felt on the road. Who says kids aren't aware of things at a young age?
I learned to drive in these large cars and had a lot of respect for the quality. Highway cruisers, they handled like they were on rails. Gasoline was cheap, options like this car is equipped with were not so common, and air conditioning in cars was becoming a common item. I noticed that this Cadillac was not optioned with a/c.
Did your grand parents make U get the oars outta the trunk so they could row faster on the freeways? Mine did...
Love that Cadillac. 55 years old. You're right. They don't build them like that anymore.
Love the indicator «things» on the fenders in front. Beauty of a car
Didn’t think it crazy at all. Beautiful find. You’re one lucky guy. It’s a beautiful car. Brings back many memories. 👍
Magnificent car. My Grandma always had a Cadillac. We were always excited a ride in them
Seeing this makes me want to get one of these classics.
Lincolns from back then are incredible looking too.
beautiful. As for stubborn tree huggers, that quadra jet is vacuum secondary, it runs on two tiny little barrels most of the time. Unlike today.
I love that car. We had a 63 coupe deville back in the 70's and it was awesome. What a beast.
She's a beauty! The colour is rich looking too! :)
I also found a’64 DeVille. It was given to me by a customer. Mine had climate control and automatic headlights as well as bright dim feature. Two separate systems. Cruise control power trunk. Awesome driver. Became the family car. Safe fast smooth and comfortable. My only grouse is that sometimes the automatic headlights failed to turn off. The settings were 30-90 seconds. I learned the hard way to make sure they turned off.
The last year for lighted fins. First year for turbo (overbuilt) transmission. These cars were built as the standard of the world. One of the few cars of the day that could be trusted for 200K miles. You have a real find. Don’t let go of it.