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About This Quiz
Certainly one of America's iconic auto brands, Cadillac models are not only loved in the United States but all over the world as well.Â
This brand had been around for more than a century and has produced more than just cars during that period. Cadillac, in fact, has given the world some important motoring firsts. These not only help us in our safety on the roads, but provide those extra levels of comfort.Â
So for that reason, we want to test your knowledge about this famous American brand. How much do you know about them? Would you be able to identify various Cadillac models from a single image? Would you be able to tell us who founded the brand? Or perhaps you know what year Cadillac was established.Â
And then on to what Cadillac has contributed toward motoring. Which piece of important car safety equipment did Cadillac devise? In fact, they contributed two pieces of equipment that keep us safe and help save lives around the world.
This truly remarkable brand has a rich history and we aim to see just how much you know about it.
So, try our Cadillac test and let's see how many out of the 40 questions you can ace!
Good luck!
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The first presidential limousine was actually a bullet-proof Cadillac that once belonged to which notorious gangster?
Al Capone
After Al Capone was arrested for tax fraud, his bullet-proof Cadillac was impounded. It was later used as a limousine for none other than U.S. President Franklin D Roosevelt.
John Gotti
Carlo Gambino
Ronny Kray
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Please identify this Cadillac model.
Cadillac STS-V
This high-performance executive car didn't sell massive numbers from 2005 to 2009. In fact, only 2,503 were produced. It remains an impressive car, however, with a 4.4-liter Northstar LC3 V8 engine producing an impressive 469 brake horsepower. The STS-V was capable of 0-60mph in just 4.6 seconds.
Cadillac Eldorado
Cadillac DeVille
Cadillac Allante
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What new automotive design feature did Cadillac introduce in the 1950s?
Chrome
Bumpers
Curved windshield
Before its introduction by Cadillac in the 1950s cars had windshields that were straight. A curved windscreen led to many new design ideas.
Convertibles
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Which model is a member of the Cadillac fleet?
Thunderbird
Nova
Calais
Named after a town in France, the Calais was produced by Cadillac from 1965 to 1976 over two generations. Although a full-sized luxury car, it was aimed at the entry level market.
Pacer
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The Cadillac brand was named after a man of what nationality?
Brazilian
South African
Australian
French
Cadillac was named after Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the man who founded Detroit!
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Any idea as to the name of the Cadillac model in this image?
Cadillac CTS
Cadillac Northstar LMP
Cadillac Series 70
Cadillac Escalade
When you think of big luxury SUVs certainly the Escalade pops into your mind. With its massive 20-inch rims, large tires and plenty of chrome, the Escalade is perfect for those who want to make an entrance. This probably explains why it is loved by rappers!
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Who founded Cadillac?
Henry Ford
William C. Durrant
Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac
Henry M. Leland
Although Cadillac is named after a Frenchman, the brand was founded by Henry M. Leland.
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In what year was Cadillac founded?
1902
Cadillac is one of the earliest American motoring companies and was founded in 1902.
1955
1934
1968
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Cadillac also made a race car. Do you know the model's name?
Cadillac Eldorado
Cadillac CTS-V
Cadillac Northstar LMP
This race car was built by Cadillac to race in the American Le Mans series. The cars were built between 2000 and 2002 before General Motors scrapped the idea to focus on its Corvette racing program.
Cadillac XLR
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In 1910, Cadillac was the first automaker to introduce what design feature?
Enclosed cabins
Incredibly, before 1910, enclosed cabins were not a thing when it came to car design. So Cadillac introduced them and many cold and wet motorists didn't need to be cold or wet any longer.
A trunk
Rear seats
Baby seat
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Which of these models is a Cadillac model?
Gremlin
Hornet
GTO
XLR
This luxury roadster was marketed by Cadillac between 2003 and 2009. It has two engine options, including the 4.4-liter Northstar Supercharged V8. More than 15,000 XLR's were sold until 2009.
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What was the early slogan used by Cadillac?
We are driven
The Standard of the World
As a reference to its high engineering standards, Cadillac used the slogan 'The Standard of the World.'
Have you driven a Cadillac lately?
Zoom! Zoom!
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Name this Cadillac, please.
Cadillac DeVille
Cadillac Calais
Cadillac Sixty Special
This brand is used on special Cadillac vehicles from 1938. Generally, this is a four-door sedan of high quality and ultimate luxury. All-in-all, 11 generations were produced, the last was in 1993.
Cadillac Eldorado
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What did Cadillac invent in 1912 that made starting the car easier?
Electric starter motor
No more hand cranking to get the engine running, thanks to the electric starter motor.
Porcelain sparkplugs
Gear shift
Accelerator pedal
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In which year was the Cadillac Escalade first marketed?
1999
This massive SUV first hit the market in 1999. It is now in its fourth generation.
2018
1972
1955
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Ever the ones for innovation, what did Cadillac give the world in 1912?
Motorised windows
Air conditioning
Electric lights
In 1912, Cadillac introduced electric lights on its vehicles. These lights had two settings, including high beams as we know them today.
Sunroofs
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Which of these is NOT a model from Cadillac?
DeVille
El Camino
The El Camino is a Chevrolet, not a Cadillac!
Fleetwood
Calais
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Although Cadillac didn't design them, they certainly perfected these engines during World War I. What engines was Cadillac so good at building?
V8 engines
The V8 engines built by Cadillac were both powerful and reliable and loved by the U.S. Army, so much so that they ordered thousands.
One-cylinder engines
Aircraft engines
Boat engines
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Cadillac was the first manufacturer to put a _______ engine in a car.
V16
The V16 was first put into a car by Cadillac in 1930. It was a 7.4-liter engine and produced 160 brake horsepower, a lot in those days!
V8
Straight four
Straight six
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This image shows a Cadillac model known as the __________.
Chevelle
Cimarron
A small Cadillac? Well, that was doomed to failure, was it not? Introduced in 1982, this fuel-friendly model lasted only six years since it was not very well received.
Edsel
Sentra
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In 1927, Cadillac became the first automaker to hire _______.
A factory manager
An automotive designer
In 1927, Harley Earl was hired by Cadillac to design cars. He had previously designed the beautiful Le Salle.
An on-site nurse
A health and safety officer
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The 1950, the Cadillac Debutante's interior was lined with what fabric?
Carpet
Leopard fur
Yes, leopard fur. It even had a gold-plated instrument panel.
Plastic
Leather
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Please identify this Cadillac model, one of the early cars from the brand.
Cadillac Series 341
Marketed between 1927 and 1929, the Series 341 had a range of body styles and cost between  $3,350 to $5,500, depending on the style chosen. More than 18,000 were built of this popular model.
Cadillac XLR
Cadillac CT6
Cadillac Brougham
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The 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham had a number of accessories, including magnetic whiskey glasses.
True
Unbelievable! So much for drinking and driving. It also had a makeup kit, strangely enough.
False
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This Cadillac luxury sedan sold more than 220,000 units in five years. Can you name it?
Brougham
From 1987 until 1992, the Brougham saw sales of more than 220,000 units. This popular Cadillac was a full-size luxury 4-door sedan with three power plant options, all above 5.0-liters and all V8s.
DeVille
Eldorado
Escalade
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What innovation did Cadillac invent that we cannot do without today?
Climate control
Imagine living in a hot city and not having climate control while stuck in traffic. Thanks, Cadillac!
Handbrake​
Gear shift
Turn signals
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Cadillac also invented another important safety feature which has helped save countless lives. What is it?
Bumpers
Handbrake
Airbags
That's right, Cadillac gave the world airbags. Real innovators, don't you think?
Turn signals
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Identify this Caddy, please.
Fleetwood
Series 70
ATS
The Caddy ATS comes standard with plenty of features, offers a range of power options and gives an excellent ride thanks to its impressive handling. That said, it still lags slightly behind its German competitors. Economy wise, it's not the greatest and rear seat space and storage areas are small. It is a good all-rounder​, however, especially if you love Cadillac.
Model 70
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In the 1950s, the Cadillac Eldorado Brougham had a roof made out of what material?
Rubber
Plastic
Steel
The steel roof of the Eldorado Brougham became iconic in later years.
Wood
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This full-sized luxury car was marketed by Cadillac in two stints. Can you name it?
Cadillac SRX
Cadillac Series 341
Cadillac Series 70
Cadillac Fleetwood
A full size luxury car, the Fleetwood was marketed by Cadillac from 1984 to 1996 and again from 1998 to 1999. Over the years, the Fleetwood included a range of engine options with the biggest a 4.9-liter V8.
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In the 1920s, Cadillacs were favored as getaway cars by gangsters, thanks to their powerful engines.
True
Many gangsters, including Al Capone, loved using a Cadillac as their getaway car. Capone even had a special Caddy for the job.
False
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Certainly one of Cadillac's earliest models, what is this vehicle called?
Cadillac Calais
Cadillac Model Thirty
One of the earliest Cadillac models, the Model Thirty was produced between 1909 and 1911. It was the first model in the United States to offer a closed body.
Cadillac Series 60
Cadillac Sixty Special
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Which Cadillac model in the 1950s was known for its iconic pointy tail fins?
Eldorado
The pointy tailfins on the Cadillac Eldorado certainly are one of motoring's iconic designs.
Fury
Bel Air
Thunderbird
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Which of these models is a Caddy?
Focus
Civic
Type 57
A seven-passenger touring car, the 57 even saw service during World War I when a U.S. doctor purchased one and offered to drive it in France as a medical vehicle. It was powered by a 314 cubic inch V-8 motor. Celebrity TV host Jay Leno has an original 57 as part of his extensive collection of vehicles.
Almera
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Which World War II aircraft was the design inspiration for the tail fins on the 1949 Cadillac Coup deVille?
Lockheed P38 Lightning
Of course, it's a classic U.S. fighter that would be the inspiration!
Messerschmitt 109
Mitsubishi Zero
Supermarine Spitfire
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Name this Cadillac model, please.
Cadillac Eldorado
Cadillac Sixty Special
This brand is used on special Cadillac vehicles from 1938. Generally, this is a four-door sedan of high quality and ultimate luxury. All-in-all, 11 generations were produced, the last coming in 1993.
Cadillac Calais
Cadillac Cimmaron
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Where was the gas cap on the 1949 Cadillac Coup DeVille?
The tail light
It is rumored that the Cadillac designers forgot all about the gas cap and ended up putting it underneath a flippable tail light. Pretty cool, no matter what the story.
On the left rear panel
Under a hubcap
Near the engine
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A Cadillac for Europe: What model is this?
STS-V
Allante
Series 60
BLS
A Cadillac for Europe, the BLS was manufactured by SAAB and was a reworked version of their 9-3. It was produced between 2005 and 2009 in Sweden and 2009 to 2010 in Russia. Production ceased as a result of poor sales.
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Which is NOT a Cadillac model?
Eldorado
Allante
Coup DeVille
Fury
All the others are famous Cadillac models while the Fury, made in the 1950s, was manufactured by Plymouth.
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Considered a modern-day muscle car, which Caddy is shown in this image?
Cadillac CTS-V
Modern muscle cars are very different from their '60s cousins. Take the CTS-V, for example, with a four-door layout. That said, this still breathes fire and is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that produces over 600 brake horsepower.
Cadillac Escalade
Cadillac Seville
Series 62
You Got:
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