The 1955 Cadillac personifies dignity, class, and style. These models showcased an astonishing amount of brightwork. The 1955 model year showcased a number of minor styling revisions.
These changes included a redesigned grille along with a prominent rear fender design with twin round taillights, a hint of the big fins yet to come!
Notice this beautiful rear fin design above...
This example is on the FAST440 showroom in Sunnyvale, Texas.
The 1955 Cadillac models boasted more powerful engines, with a new 250 horsepower rating for the base engine. The Eldorado was rated at a healthy 270 horsepower, both combinations displacing 331 cubic inches.
Factory convenience options included :
Radio and antenna ($132)
Heating and ventilation system ($129)
Power brakes ($48)
Four-way adjustable power seat ($70)
Vertically adjustable power seat ($54)
Power windows ($1O8)
Air conditioning ($620)
White sidewall tires
E-Z-Eye safety glass
Autronic Eye automatic headlamp dimmer
