2004 Cadillac Deville Review - SKIDZ TV

Today Is the 1st ever episode of JB Medlin's new series SKIDZ TV, a teenage car show. Today he will be reviewing a 2004 Cadillac Deville with a 4.6 liter North Star V8 engine. If you like the video let us know in the comments below ! like and subscribe for more videos coming soon. follow us on twitter and instagram @ SKIDZTV #SKIDZTV

[@Hatleyrocket]

I just watch this video in 2020. And I have to tell you how Impressed I am that you’re seriously good review. Excellent camera skills good narration good music and a good mix of driving scenes along with explanations.

[@WNYfellow]

'Teenage car show' - ? Looks like a pro presentation to me. Very good use of music - suitable for the car.

[@deapozol]

one of the best videos about the deville that I have seen in years. You're right, it's not a speed kind of car like a mustang but it was more meant for cruising and it's not under powered either because once it starts going on the highway you can't stop that thing.

[@Meinstein]

I inherited this exact same car from my mother with less than 40k. on it. Had to drive it home to Michigan from Florida. I would never have bought this car new but I fell in love with it on the drive home. This is an overlooked car whose value far exceeds it's price if you get one that was well maintained.. like my mom's.

[@keneakin3363]

That sounds very familiar. I also inherited a 2003 Deville with 23K miles from my mom in Florida. I decided to save the miles so I had it transported to Colorado. I really enjoy the car. It is a dream to drive, powerful and has finely appointed amenities. Thanks for the video.

[@Meinstein]

@@keneakin3363 That was wise. It cost me far more to fly down there to pick it up and drive it back.. but a final journey home seemed more appropriate.. and fun.

[@JBHollingsworth]

I enjoyed seeing this car reviewed from the perspective of someone who is so far from the original target consumer it was designed for. These cars would be excellent grandpa hand-me-downs.

[@jondonahue7163]

Ditto that. I'm 78, own a 2004 Deville, and really enjoyed this young guy's perspective. And no, my grandson can't have it. I like it!

[@SM-hk3ej]

Finally! Someone whose says luggage instead of bodies

[@newnametrading]

fun fact , I watch this video before I bought my deville years ago , let me tell you, I love this damn car

[@bootygangsta6709]

JeremyRodriguez1 bet, I'm a get one too

[@MonroeMafia]

I just got one too

[@MonroeMafia]

Good I've put about 2000 miles on it so far I bought a 2004 dts with 150k miles and it still runs smooth, I had to put a little money into fixing some of the front suspension components but for the price I got it for it wasn't a problem.

[@mr.casillas1556]

Just got mine 😁

[@215lil7]

How is it running I’m abt to get the same car

[@zodx19]

I just bought one of these 11/4/17, a 2005 Cadillac DeVille with 120,000 miles on it. The car is in excellent shape. Everything still works even the windows all the switches and digital gauges. Just the "Service airbag light" is on. The AC is phenomenally cold when you turn it on. I bought this car just to cruise to work. I've heard mixed reviews on the Northstar engine. Even spoke to several mechanics about it, they say it's high maintenance. This is my third Cadillac. Even though it has a nice big ride it handles quite well not like the Land Yachts I used to drive. I hope the car serves me well. I picked it up wholesale for $1700 +TTL, can't beat that with a stick right down to the chrome wheels. Thanks for your review I'll keep you updated.

[@starxlr7863]

How are you liking your deville? I also have a 2005 Deville. I originally bought mine 6 years ago with 95k and now almost 185k trouble-free miles. I do all maintenance and servicing myself and its very easy to do and no high maintenance at all. You just have to know what your doing and do things properly. I've been around Cadillac's all my life and know all the older Cadillac's very well. My grandfather specialized in Cadillac since the late 1940's Cadillac's.

[@anthonyjacksonjr4812]

I have a 2004 Cadillac Deville. Same pearl color. That car drives like a dream. I love the 4.6 V8 engine, with the quad pipes. It has nice room in it and also it drives and handles very well to me. I purchased it at 66,000 miles in 2014. It's one of the best choices I made in a car.

[@starxlr7863]

Same here. I love my Deville. I bought mine summer of 2015 @112k and it now has 132k. I drive it daily and could not be any happier. This is my first Deville as its my favorite generation of the Deville.

[@megaru9903]

Thank you for your help

[@starxlr7863]

Great overall review! I own a 2005 Deville custom with the Livery Package in a light cashmere/gold myself with currently 130k. I remember when theses Devilles came out in 2000 and I was only about 10 years old and I remember playing in them new in the showroom. I personally love many of the older Cadillac's but this is one of my top favorites for numerous reasons. 2005 was the last year for the Deville before going to the New DTS in 2006. I love the power and sound of the Northstar V8 and the comfort and overall build quality of this Deville. All maintenance and servicing I do myself as I'm very picky as to how I want to keep my cars. I waited almost 15 years to buy one waiting for the prices to come down. All the waiting paid off! I hope you enjoy your Deville as much as I do mine. Maintain it the way your suppose to and also DRIVE it the way your suppose to. Remember these are performance engines so don't be afraid to stomp on the gas from time to time. Its a lot of fun smoking the front tires every so often. Haha

[@PandaPi123]

This vid is very calm and cool. Love it !

[@joshuajordan8226]

I have an 2002 Deville Vintage Edition with 82k. Absolutely a blast to drive, the Northstar V8 is bulletproof as long as it's maintained religiously haha. Plenty of power and reasonable on fuel. Definitely a fun car to have!

[@Xilent1]

What is religiously and change what often?

[@UPRR-nq6uj]

dude i like your style..at such a young age.I own 4 of these.

[@19375320269]

Im a huge cadillac deville fan...i have three my father has two,2 1994's and 2 1998's a piece,keep these coming thanx.

[@JBHollingsworth]

JB Medlin, this is a very well produced video, you should keep them coming.

[@lil_siamese714]

I inherited this car indirectly from my dad who inherited from a family friend who passed away at age 101 in October of 2019. It had about 50k miles. This was basically my first car as I drove it illegally for while before I got my license in 2020. It took me to work, too me to school, pretty much took me everywhere with zero issues. It’s a presentable looking car. It is silver and very elegant. The only cons of this car for me is the amount of gas it burns through. But overall, I love the car I still use it while I save up for a better car. But I have to thank this car for carrying me the last 2 years. Very smooth, and handsome ride indeed.

[@julienroy1517]

Great shit bro keep it going

[@shannonbeg8105]

The husband just bought the 2004 DHS with 124k miles. It's got a tape deck! LOL! I grew up with my parents driving Cadillac's and my first car was a 1984 Coupe DeVille.

[@shinobitech13]

Sad to see this is the only review on this channel. Really relaxing.

[@MonroeMafia]

I just got a 2004 dts and I really like it, good video

[@chevyjaicuevas4957]

Great review!

[@debbieramsey2696]

I just bought my 2004 Cadillac Deville. Love!

[@Greywolf3]

Sweet!

[@ivanpupkin1252]

Great video! Thank you

[@j.cunningham6776]

I liked your video and the music too!

[@RVSteveTravels]

Yes, I thought the music was good too.. Very fitting to the caddy

[@jasonl753]

Bought a red deville dts 2002 with 48k miles. So sweet!!! Nice car

[@MStufft]

I used to have an 03 deville, it handled mostly well cause I order that very hard with many trips home to Pittsburgh region from Baltimore. Plus back and forth between Bmore and DC. However I love my 2003 Lincoln town car I have now. Handles Pittsburgh very well. Enough power to handle the hills, and soooo comfy

[@starxlr7863]

They are both great cars. You really can't beat either a Lincoln or Cadillac. :)

[@stephenbattle1]

Will be getting this car in 2months cant wait

[@zbo2114]

Great review

[@SpiderJerusalem-jb6jx]

Great job young man 😎

[@DbDb-pn4fu]

I have a 2004 a old guy bought it new and kept it until 2020 the car was so clean and the leather looked brand new i paid 4000 and put about 2500 into it i got brakes and rotors all around ,plugs and coils,a motor mount, and a new Cadillac converter runs like a champ now i drive it in the summer weekends only i live in ohio so you got to put it in the garage for the winter ohio salt will eat your car up i hope i never have any gasket or coolant problems its been maintained well

[@tammyhacker3181]

Ok folks,,4 years ago I bought a 05 deville,,base model but,,heated ac seats,,all the other goodies,,heated steering wheel,,,I am ashamed but I love the seats and steering wheel,,the car has been good to me,,bought it at 98000 miles for 6 grand,,is a great car and has done really sweet by me

[@robbierotten4426]

Tammy Hacker damn I just picked mine up today with 61k for 4500$

[@albertograms48]

Great review bro going looking at a deville tomorrow

[@starxlr7863]

Excellent choice!

[@jeff3220]

I'm your fan dude. Make more good reviews like that!

[@tammysue2839]

I just bought a 05 deville,,100,000 on the odometer,,this is a very nice car,,hope it last as I love driving my land yacht

[@Lavabug]

How's it holding up one year later?

[@bobtart12]

Lavabug I have one with 150 thousand miles, it holds up very well. the engine is very very well built and won't give any issues. front air ride struts went bad and got them replaced, but thats the only issue

[@cameronfoster2151]

I am buying one with 175000 miles. No check engine light .no issues

[@magnumpi28]

@@cameronfoster2151 Get ready for a doctor bill!

[@OmarCapellan]

Great video

[@SuperBooboo02]

had one of these new, and he is spot on the ride, and seat are incredible.....not everyone wants rock hard euro ride.....it was meant for cruising

[@Jalapablo]

Texas dealer here, I own one of these and roll it out from time to time. very smooth ride. definitely has a mafia vibe to it. love the air-conditioned seats. just don't blow a head gasket on the northstar v8 unless you're willing to shell out some serious $$$$

[@starxlr7863]

Just keep your car properly maintained including the cooling system and you'll be fine. I have the same car myself that I've owned for several years now. Do your recommended service intervals and the car will be perfect. This is something that all the older Cadillac's had to go through as well and mostly the 50's and 60's Cadillac's 331, 365 and 390 engines were exactly the same. If they are not maintained right would also have problems including leaking head gaskets.

[@onfj3753]

I love this car

[@Cccc-ky4vq]

Love this car so sharp

[@armandsavoia9394]

I'm 64 I think you did a great job and it's very informative especially for me that don't have a lot of money to spend on a vehicle I'm not spending 100,000 90,000 80,000 $70,000 vehicle from my driving preference this car was perfect about 6,500 I don't want to go more than that I think you did a great job. I loved your honesty and that's worth more than gold old people speaking LOL

[@engalothaimeen1991]

Why did you stop making videos? You have a geat potential! This one is much better than most car videos in KZbin.

[@Dehnia31]

I love my deville but I'm constantly fixing stuff on it...it appeared the previous owners took care of it but clearly not the case. I can't let the car go!

[@magnumpi28]

Its a doctor bill! Sell it!

[@starxlr7863]

Don't give up on it. I always depends on who's working on the car. This goes for even all the older Cadillac's from many years ago. My grandfather specialized in Cadillac's going back to the 50's and it was the same thing on those cars. These are some excellent cars. I have a 2005 Deville myself with close to 185k trouble-free miles. I do all maintenance and servicing myself.

[@blazing9034]

This is a GREAT review!!! I cannot believe you only have 183 subs.....I just subbed!!! I also have a channel and you are wayyyy better than me. Keep making videos Bro and I will be on the look out for them.....mind is blown that you only have 183! I am looking at this car as a 2nd car to put miles on to "save" my main car.

[@StormAutoAdventures]

The DHS is a very nice car, no doubt about it. I much prefer the 2004-05 DeVille DTS over the DHS though for a few reasons... I prefer the extra standard and optional features the DTS includes. I also like the extra 25 HP obviously, the much better 3.71 gearing versus the DHS's 3.11 gearing, the sportier suspension, the great looking 17" chrome wheels that include wider, more aggressive tires. On the inside... I prefer the floor shifter instead of the column shifter, and I prefer the bucket seats instead of the bench seating. Other than that, they're both amazing luxury cars that a quick, ride well and even get decent gas mileage for a V8, especially on the highway. One last thing... The 2004 and 2005 Northstar V8 engines do not have the common problems of the 2003 and earlier engines do, so that's a nice bonus. Anyway, thanks for the great review and nice DHS!

[@shauncallaway7871]

Chris'sVids79 I agree. I own a 05 DTS in white diamond. Love the car. So much sportier then the base Deville etc.

[@Dkenady353]

I just bought a 2002 Deville DTS in White Diamond a month ago and so far no ploblems. I love my car

[@lancedukel3436]

DTS has standard CVRSS (Continually variable road sensing suspension ) it makes it a great handling car for its size. The problem is GM does not make these shocks anymore. They cost at least $700 to $1,000 EACH if you can find them. You can run regular shocks but the electronic system needs a bypass or you will get a Check suspension message on the dash and speed will be limited.

[@abdulkremsaeed6756]

it's the best cadillacs GM ever made

[@magnumpi28]

No its a doctor bill!

[@starxlr7863]

I fully agree! One of the BEST Cadillac's built by Cadillac!

[@holmieg3435]

Ever heard of something called the CTS-V

[@eternity1359]

This is my first car and is the best choice imo for a starter. For a starter car with needing some work, this is it

[@pjb7350]

There 04 DeVille is a masterpiece.

[@carl200616]

Same as JeremyRodriguez comment, before I bought my 04 Deville DHS , I used to watch this video...it’s been 3 years, some minor issues, I love that car will never sell it

[@bigbugkiller530]

nice video I just bought one for 200$ putting a new engine in it can't wait to cruz it..

[@darkbionic1044]

A Cadillac is a Cadillac! Good Taste No Matter Ones Age 👍

[@jcuecapone]

🔥🔥🔥 I have a 2005 Cadillac Deville

[@ericeric4379]

Cute video Almost bought one then I learned about head gasket problems threads pull from the engine gasket block to fix this it's about 3-4k have to pull engine out They are great but 2005 had only upgraded somewhat more course threads

[@freepizza2494]

thanks bro

[@Tayboxer879]

What happened to this guys channel? Why’d he stop?? If he’d kept going he would have been pretty big with the high quality vid like this.

[@OceanLoverLibra]

Well damn, What happened? This was a great video.

[@joshuaruiz8775]

I love my car. it's a 2004 Cadillac Deville.

[@starxlr7863]

Same here. Love mine!!

[@pontiacGXPfan]

People actually like these Jew Canoes?

[@hakeemsd70m]

@@pontiacGXPfan I adore this era of full-size Cadillacs.

[@carolinabulldogges2976]

chesapeake represent!fellow virginian heregreat reviewif you ever want to do a review on a 2003 cts sport 5 speed manual transor a 2011 deville dts just let me know!

[@Cashmoney098]

I know driving Devilles are like driving on a couch. Do u drive shoeless?

[@thewizishere]

Just got one paid way less then the price you said and it runs like a dream

[@ek1414_]

Good car.

[@-Gunnarsson-]

The fun thing was I had no idea what this car was like before I checked one out to buy. And it felt like a flying carpet. My ass got blessed xD

[@davidbrunik]

this is a very well done video

[@thinkingmom1193]

Can 245/40R20 fit on a 2004 Cadillac Deville? Thanks in advance.

[@UnitedRecording]

The DTS is the sports one, it has analog gauges. Just bought a DeVille Touring Sedan.

[@Mateo12485]

the DTS isn't "the sports one". The DTS just replaced the Deville. "The sports one" would be the DTS with the performance package

[@UnitedRecording]

No sir. You're mistaken. The DTS is a trim on the 00-05 designed for performance.

[@kupidzheart]

truth

[@George-nx4bp]

gauges are wayyyy better. and you still get the digital speed in the middle of you want

[@markofexcellence5209]

Amen. I have the DTS and I LOVE the gauges. They look futuristic and like they're floating.

[@lequebecoislefrancais433]

Im 17 and juat buy a 2001 and I love THIS FU**** MOTHE***** CAR I LOVE IT

[@hunnicbarbarian103]

Im thinking to get this exact car for 1850 all in with 90 thousand kilometers. Good deal?

[@coffeyscarburetors6437]

I have a dhs but its a bit nicer then that. It has the special top on it. Heated and cooled seats. Heated steerong wheel. Rear shades on the back door and rear window. It has the vallet switch in the glove box. And a few more things.

[@mra95662]

Thanks for the good look at this car. I'm looking at a '04 with 110k miles. Ad says it has a V-6, Im not finding anything on this car with a 6.

[@emeyer6963]

V8 only KK

[@Dehnia31]

They don't make these devilles in a 6 cylinder engine

[@jasonbush5555]

how long have you owned your Deville?

[@benoitlabbe5786]

I étant to Buy a Cadillac Deville like this one in the video. Engine is good ?

[@jabreespruill8777]

Really good car i have one"

[@jennyjames9021]

i have a 2004......i like it.

[@antoniowagner7807]

I have a 2004 Cadillac Deville it a grate car

[@nicologarcia]

What song is on your intro???

[@ChaseInALack]

I have a 97 deville de'elegance i love it but i will be upgrading soon to a 2002 deville or 2004

[@webkarmic1]

Would you suggest maintaining this car with a dealer or with a specialist? I understand that Northstar engines will remain reliable as long as they are maintained by trained mechanics only.

[@Meinstein]

My advice is.. if you don't use it to pull a trailer up a mountain.. and you only do pulls when the car has a single passenger or less.. ordinary oil change places will alert you to a problem.

[@Meinstein]

I don't think the head bolts will pull out unless you abuse her.. that was the main problem with the Northstar engines.

[@jakeetitkanich783]

I drive on just like this could probably be the one I got being I just got it I been driving these cars since I was 15 I’m 23 now I love the caddy’s had 3 different ones

[@rafaelleonidas2022]

Wow...only two videos...what happened? You're good at this...wow.

[@oldsmobileaurora7418]

Probably the head gasket blew on him.

[@depravedpuppet]

I have a 2000 deville, but the fact it's a 32v Northstar means problems. The Northstar is known for over heating a lot. The car only has 60k miles on it too. So the fact that mine over heats kind of sucks. So I need to replace the headers because it leaks oil, and most likely the gaskets too

[@starxlr7863]

Overheating can mean several different things. Oil leaks do not cause overheating. If your car has only 60k, I would do a complete coolant flush and check the purge line which are known to become clogged with old coolant and cause an overheat condition. The same thing can happen to any car you buy including any older Cadillac. The Northstar is one of Cadillac's best engines they have made and built for 20 years.

[@CoryHollister]

Best Car EVER my Nigga, keep it *PiMp'N*~ RooF Back & MONEY Right !!

[@paulh1611]

I love my 04

[@johannesdena]

Great video!

[@MathumaTao]

You drive one of these for a while and you think you are riding in the clouds on a Magic Carpet Ride

[@jondonahue7163]

On those curvy country 2-lane roads... shift it down one, from D to 3. Ooohh. On really curvy roads, shift down to 2. Way ooohh. 2 is also good for going down steep hills, saves wear and tear on your brakes. The dashboard display is awful... but there's a button to the left of the steering wheel that turns it all off, except for the speedometer. I am also 5’10”... and, at 78, can comfortably nap in the back seat. Plus, the front seat is a wide bench... no center console... so you can get close to the one you're with, just like in 1960!

[@janetfayeselby]

My dad has a 2004 Cadillac deville black

[@larrypritchard4530]

LivLife I got the 2001

[@Turcios-xm1gw]

Daaamn money you got 22s on that Cadillac son

[@mistah_nahamsha]

Looking at one of these so I can put my drum kit in the trunk

[@josephpacelli3691]

Car is basically built for comfort

[@Sonnywitdamoney]

Bought a 2004 in 2007 and it was a nice car but it gave me a lot of mechanical problems.

[@mrkongsimr]

Love these cars , are they as much problems like they say ? I mean with fairly low miles >> Great car , great review

[@UnitedRecording]

My DeVille DTS has 315k miles.

[@starxlr7863]

+scully The Northstar engine was one of the Best performance engines by GM for Cadillac. They are well built engines and use many heavy duty parts internally. The only reason why the head gaskets will go is because of one simple reason......maintenance. its a coolant related issue, nothing more and nothing less. When the wrong coolant is added or turns acidic, it eats away at the head gaskets which then leaks around the head bolts and corrodes them. This is a problem with many GM engines and is very preventable. I drive a 2005 Deville and its an excellent car. I drive it everywhere I go and has been extremely reliable. My parents still drive their 1995 Seville SLS with over 300k and never once had any problems.

[@mrkongsimr]

Thank you , that's what I thought .

[@starxlr7863]

D T Depends what year Cadillac you have. Always when in doubt, go based on what the owners says to use. But typically GM Dexcool which is orange in color is used on 1996 and newer GM engines. Never go over 3 years without flushing the system completely.

[@mrkongsimr]

Thanks , I bought a Grand Marquis instead , but I still would have liked a Cadillac.

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

How long will these last? I found one near me for around $4k with 110k miles. Will this make it over 200k?

[@Xilent1]

Did you buy it?

[@echofoxtrotwhiskey1595]

@@Xilent1 No.

[@flameonhood]

thats like all its life

[@eshea5050]

Any head gasket issues in that 4.6? I've heard thats a common issue.

[@Jalapablo]

yes, there are..blow a head gasket on the northstar and get ready to shell out some major $$$$. im a dealer and I own one of these. already had to do one replacement

[@starxlr7863]

A head gasket leak stems directly from the cooling system. You must follow the recommended service intervals and flush out the coolant when needed. If you do this already then you will be fine! This was also a common issue on many of the old Cadillac's including the 50's and 60's Cadillac's. Cadillac was very strict back then to service the cooling system properly for trouble free driving. Otherwise the same symptoms would happen. Unfortunately not everyone maintains the cooling system the way they should as its one thing that does get overlooked a lot.

[@chrisvawn]

@@starxlr7863 old comment, but have you had previous experience with blown head gaskets with yours? how was the cost? thanks in advance!

[@joshuagreen6346]

I got one.

[@thegxdfxther3010]

u made this video seem like a movie... u forgot to talk about the expensive

[@davedave3224]

I’m sold brother

[@shauncallaway7871]

Sorry kid. But this body style came out in 2000 and ended in 2005. Not in 2003 as you mentioned. I've owned 3. My recent one is a 05 DTS in White Diamond. Has every option except nigh vision. Which is a novelty. And isn't worth the 2000 dollar option..

[@nadz109]

I drive one

[@magnumpi28]

I have a 2001 Deville....Its been nothing but a doctor bill. Sell It if you have one! I never met a deville owner where all the windows worked too! Major design flaw!

[@beatsbyheaters]

Johnathan Smith mine work, sounds like a personal problem

[@starxlr7863]

it really depends who you have working on your car. If things are done correctly should not be costing you much in maintenance at all. Also my 05 Deville that I have owned for 6 years now and almost 185k trouble-free miles still has all its original hardware and windows working. Sorry that you've not hard a great experience with yours, but this can happen on any car you buy. Just depends who you have working on your car!

[@amgs6320]

キャデラックドゥビルは最高の車だね 今は日本ではあまり見なくなってきた とてもクールな車なのに残念だ🇯🇵 japanese people(^ ^)