1976 Cadillac Seville

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Hagerty Marketplace is honored to offer a selection of vehicles from The SugarCreek Collection. This private collection in southwestern Ohio is supported by its own in-house restoration and maintenance shop, with a full-time staff of craftsmen. The passion of one car enthusiast can be benefited by all to enjoy, as cars return to the road after extensive builds and care. The garage is a true spectrum of car enthusiast dreams, ranging from unfinished restorations to million-dollar builds, American muscle to European classic, drag racers to off-road machines. There is truly something for everyone in SugarCreek. 

This selection of vehicles offered by SugarCreek feature premium American classics, as well as a wide assortment of European enthusiast cars. 

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“A new kind of Cadillac for a new kind of Cadillac owner.” The 1976 Cadillac Seville was a landmark model that redefined American luxury in response to changing market dynamics. As Cadillac’s first compact luxury sedan, the Seville was developed to counter the growing popularity of European imports like Mercedes-Benz and BMW, which offered smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles with refined performance. 

Built on a modified version of the Chevrolet Nova’s X-body platform, the Seville was significantly smaller than traditional Cadillacs but retained the brand’s hallmark elegance and comfort. It featured a clean, formal design with crisp lines, a high beltline, and a distinctive “knife-edge” rear styling. Despite its size, it was Cadillac’s most expensive model at launch, reflecting its premium positioning. 

Under the hood, the Seville came equipped with a 5.7-liter V8 engine featuring electronic fuel injection—an advanced feature for the time—delivering smoother performance and improved emissions. The interior was richly appointed, with leather upholstery, wood trim, and advanced features like automatic climate control. 

The Seville was a commercial success and helped Cadillac attract a younger, more cosmopolitan clientele. It set the stage for future compact luxury sedans and is remembered today as a bold and successful pivot in Cadillac’s storied history.  

Highlights 

• Offered from The SugarCreek Collection  

• Finished in Academy Gray Metallic (16) over a Firethorn Red leather (112) interior 

• 5.7-liter V8 engine with Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) 

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-Matic TH400 automatic transmission 

• Computer Command Control (CCC)  

• The chassis number (6S69R6Q516473) decodes as: 

  • 6 – Cadillac Division 

  • S – Seville 

  • 69 – Four-door sedan 

  • R – 350 cu-in V8, Electronic Fuel Injection (Oldsmobile-sourced) 

  • 6 – Model year 1976 

  • Q – Clark Street Plant, Detroit, Michigan  

  • 516473 – Sequential Production Number  

Features 

• All power accessories functional except the remote mirror adjustment 

• Front disc brakes 

• Steel-belted radial tires 

• Real wood trim 

• AM/FM stereo with optional 8-track player  

• Power Steering  

• Power Brakes 

• Power Locks  

• Power Windows  

• Cruise Control  

• Power Antenna 

• Power Sunroof  

• Dual Power Seats  

• AM/FM Factory Radio with 8-Track Player  

• Drivers Manual Outer Mirror Control 

• Air Conditioning with Climate Control Dial 

• Recent maintenance includes: 

  • New fuel pump  

  • New fuel level sending unit 

  • New fuel filter 

Known Imperfections 

• Remote mirror adjustment doesn’t work 

• Passenger side mirror is missing 

Included 

• Included 

• Original Stowaway spare tire, Jack, and GM tire inflator part #9590679 

Ownership History 

This 1976 Cadillac Seville joined The SugarCreek Collection in September 2009. 

Additional Notes A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   email: mlowney@hagerty.com