CADILLAC LIMOUSINE ARRIVES AT WHITE HOUSE

WASHINGTON - The White House represents the pinnacle of power, prestige and elegance. Cadillac embraces these qualities and is proud to have built a state-of-the-art limousine for the first chief executive of the new millennium. The 2001 Cadillac DeVille Limousine was delivered to the White House for initial use in the Presidential Inaugural Parade, January 20. It is the first Cadillac to be adorned with the division's new wreath and crest emblem.

"Cadillac is an American icon and we have had a long association with the U.S. government," said General Motors President and CEO Rick Wagoner. "Over six decades, we have served our country in a unique way by providing special vehicles and limousines for U.S. diplomats and foreign dignitaries."

The new limousine has the exterior appearance of the 2001 DeVille production models with all new and unique construction under the skin. Handcrafted and dressed in a black clearcoat finish, the limousine is considerably longer, wider and taller than the production models. To maintain national security, the limousines are equipped with state-of-the-art protection and communication systems. Cadillac's patented Night Vision infrared object detection system is also installed in the vehicle.

The vehicle interior boasts seven-passenger seating with improved comfort and visibility for all occupants. Many of the interior cues - including the instrument panel and trim -- are the same or similar to the 2001 DeVille. Wood accents and rich blue leather and cloth complete the executive interior. A rear seat executive package featuring a concealed, foldaway desktop can be deployed when conducting affairs of state. The rear seats have an adjustable reclining feature and Cadillac adaptive seat system for added comfort. Moreover, rear seat passengers can enjoy their own premium sound system complete with a 10-disc CD changer.

An embroidered presidential seal is positioned in the center of the rear seat back panel, as well as on each rear door trim panel. Presidential seals are also affixed to the exterior rear doors. The U.S. flag is placed on the right front fender, and the presidential standard is located on the left front fender. Flush- mounted spotlights located in the fenders illuminate the flags at night.