1959 Cadillac Eldorado Seville American Retro car
The name '
SeVille' lasted until 1960. It would not reappear on a
Cadillac until 1975. The 1950's and 1960's was a great time for the American Automobile. World War II had ended and the world was longing for sporty automobiles. The
muscle car era may have lasted a short time but many new designs and engineering marvels were introduced. These increases in power and reduction of weights brought about a greater level of social responsibility. Accidents were on the rise as these vehicles which were extremely dangerous roamed the world a quarter mile at a time. The government was forced to intervene and did so by increasing regulations and safety requirements. Marque's shifted their focus from mid-sized, lightweight vehicles with massive horsepower to large and luxurious vehicles. The engines paled in comparison to what they used to be. The oil embargo sent manufacturers struggling to keep up with the ever-changing marketplace. The high cost of fuel had consumers searching for fuel efficient vehicles. Many consumers shifted to the import market who has long been builders of small and practical vehicles with potent engines that are been performance minded and fuel friendly.
