Before the likes of Christine, the possessed Plymouth Fury that terrorized audiences, Stephen King cruised in a much more down-to-earth classic: a 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville. This was a symbol of a bygone era, a luxurious land yacht.
Stephen King next to his 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville.© Provided by TORK US
King-Sized Luxury: The 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville
A 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville.© Provided by TORK US
Rolling down the highway in a de Ville feels like being in a mobile living room. The plush velvet seats and expansive legroom provide unmatched comfort. Chrome accents add elegance, making the experience all about smooth, comfortable cruising, not neck-snapping acceleration.
Inside a 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville.© Provided by TORK US
Inside a 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville.© Provided by TORK US
Underneath the hood, it sported a massive 8.2-liter V8 engine, which, by today’s standards, might sound impressive. But don’t be fooled by its size. This engine was built for relaxed power, not neck-snapping acceleration. Think of it as a cool car, churning out 190 horsepower – enough to get you where you need to go, but not so fast.
A Price Tag Fit for a King (of the Road)
A 1975 Cadillac Sedan de Ville’s rear.© Provided by TORK US
In 1975, a brand-new Cadillac de Ville set you back a cool $33,000, according to the site Classics. So, while it wasn’t a budget-friendly option, it offered a luxurious way to travel for those who could afford it.
Stephen King’s first car may not have been a terrifying monster from his fiction, but it was a comfortable, iconic piece of American automotive history. So what about you? Did you know about this car?