The Complete History of the Presidential State Car

The Unique 1983 Cadillac

As of January 1984, the leader of the free world rode around in a 1983 Cadillac Fleetwood, which was 3 inches taller and 17 inches longer than the stock version. It had distinctive styling, a large rear greenhouse, and a raised roof. It also featured proof glass and armor. Other amenities included the oversized tires and wheels, the automatic leveling system, and the heavy-duty breaks. It also had a 7.4-liter V8 engine that originally came from a Chevy heavy-duty pickup. For extra safety, there were no running boards and no sunroof.