Highlights

Equipped with Cadillac’s revered Northstar V8 engine
Opulently appointed with numerous electrical comforts
Rare sight, particularly in RHD UK specification
Very low mileage - just 40,820 miles
Long MOT to September 2024 with no advisories
Distinctive, ULEZ compliant executive express

The Appeal

In the late 1990s General Motors chanced upon a plan to use the Cadillac brand to penetrate the European premium luxury segment and take on brands like Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar and BMW.

The result was the Cadillac Seville STS, a big saloon with a European flavour. With power from GM's advanced 305bhp four-cam, 4.6 litre Northstar V8, the STS boasted a higher specification than its direct rivals. GM elected to compete head-to-head on price in an effort to make an impact.

Sadly it didn’t work. Just 649 STS models were sold in the whole of Europe in 2001, of which very few were RHD UK market versions. Yet that result doesn’t really reflect just how good the STS was, as a growing band of aficionados is discovering.

With such a valuable and revered power plant under the bonnet, handsome design and opulent specification, there are lots of reasons why this car may well give you quite a considerable bang for your buck.

The History and Paperwork

First UK registered 10th September 2001
Current registered keeper since 5th June 2021
V5 shows there having been 6 previous keepers during the first 20 years
Current MOT expires 28th September 2024 with no advisories
DVLA record of MOT’s supports the current mileage, presently 40,820 miles
The 2022 MOT records the odometer reading in “km” and correctly states metric on the record
The latest MOT has reverted to a ‘miles’ readout
The European Market cars have a dash button to easily switch the readout.
The MOT records are therefore all correct and consistent.
There are two sets of keys including remote alarm/lock/fobs

The Interior

Beige leather throughout with perforated centre panels in the wide comfortable seats
Matching leather details in the door-cards
Electric multi-way comfort adjustments for the front seats and headrests
Heated front seats
Multi-function steering wheel trimmed in matching beige leather
Electrically adjustable steering column with an electronic toggle
Wheel and seats have two memory positions stored using switches in drivers door
Door cards and seats all in good order with wear corresponding to the age and mileage
Trims appear complete and in good order throughout
Carpets have a little colour graduation, protected by good thickness original over-mats
Two raised curves to the front dash top towards the front windscreen vents
No cracks or bleaching visible on dashboard
Switchgear, knobs and cubby doors all look unmarked and working fine
Dials and controls are crystal clear and all working correctly
‘Bose’ Radio/Mini-Disc Player looks like an original fitment in the centre-console
Front centre armrest has a Multi CD changer inside
The close-top does not seem to fully slide shut without force, so may require checking, if desired
Beige headlining appears to be original and in excellent condition
Air-Conditioning has multiple vents and blows ice-cold
The dark privacy glass on rear windows may be aftermarket
There is a secondary brake light located on the rear parcel shelf that may be aftermarket or UK dealer fitted
Boot area is cavernous and in good order
There is a large Cadillac embossed rubber mat in the boot
It looks original and in excellent order
Door and boot seals are all present, correct and undamaged
Space-saver wheel and tyre is present beneath the boot carpets

The Exterior

Elegant dark green metallic paintwork presents well
A deep professional polish would likely deliver some very pleasing results
There are a few chips, rubs and marks in places around the car
Nothing that detracts from its overall smart appearance
Scuffs to some bumper edges on this big saloon are the main points to mention
The bonnet sports a Cadillac emblem on the front of the bonnet,
This may have been fitted after the car was first registered or UK dealer fitted by request
Small paint blister close to the Cadillac badge on the leading edge of the bonnet
Both wing mirrors have some bush rash marks on the outer edge of the wing-mirror frames
The wing mirrors operate electronically and fold-in or out on and worked when tested
The silver finish on the 16” alloys has oxidised
This detracts only very slightly from otherwise very smart appearance
This can be easily rectified and should be a satisfying fix for the next owner
All four ‘STS’ wheel centre-caps are original and present
All tyres appear to have good deep tread
Electric windows have no obvious damage and work without fuss
Lights are in good condition with some signs of age-tarnish towards the tops of the front clusters
The underside of the vehicle looks free of any noteworthy damage or issues
All drainage channels look clean and tidy
Sills look free of any signs of corrosion and appear entirely original
Vin & manufacture labels inside the door shuts look bright and original

The Mechanics

4.6-Litre V8 Northstar Cadillac power
Automatic gearbox
The gearbox is reported to be smooth and fuss free, with seamless transitions between gears
Vehicle starts with ease and immediately settles into quiet idle
From inside the car, the idle is silent
The exhaust note reflects the power of the Northstar V8 when the throttle is pressed firmly
Recent new MOT raised no advisories
All under-bonnet areas look original and unmodified
Air-conditioning condenser, when used, gets very cold, so seems to be working efficiently

Summary

Genuine RHD, UK market Cadillacs of this period are rare beasts. With the mighty V8 under the bonnet, super-low miles and a myriad of comforts to entertain and pamper make this STS quite the ‘Q-Car’.

Few if any cars offer quite as much car for the money as you get with a bonafide, full fat RHD Caddy. This one has clearly been cared for and with long MOT offers the reassurance you need to hop in, press the pedal to the metal and enjoy this transatlantic executive express.

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