Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
01-31-2012, 11:35 PM
#61
Team Owner
02-01-2012, 12:11 AM
#62
Rennlist Member
Typo ... but yes, I had a first year CTS-V. Got rid of it because of build quality. With the sunroof there was a definite flex which produced noise when backing out of the drive, etc. Additionally, the front speaker panels on the dash would not stay flush. Little stuff one might say, but overall it was not built to the standards of a car going for that price.
I'm lucky enough to also have an 08 CLK63 Black Series for comparison. The Cadillac is much more comfortable, and usable. While acceleration numbers are similar, the Black feels faster, and has better steering.
The new V cannot be driven on the track without getting a "differential overheating" warning. The diff cooler, standard in Europe, is not available here. Adding one voids the warranty, tho all the cars used for the track demos are equipped with the cooler. That's my only gripe. And, it could use a larger gas tank. But, it is a huge value. The on-track handling is actually very good, and even tho the warning comes on, it does not go into limp mode. AS
02-01-2012, 09:29 AM
#64
Three Wheelin'
Well let's see, the current styling direction for Cadillac was introduced in 2002 with the 2003 CTS and Acuras were still shaped like jellybeans then so no, GM did not "steal this".
02-01-2012, 09:52 AM
#65
Rennlist Member
It sounded FABULOUS, just like a late 60's L88 car.
PING!
but $75K!
No thanks
I sat in one last month at an auto show, surprisingly cheesy inside, but my impression might change if i was driving it!
