Cadillac: CTS News **2018 V Revealed (page 46)**
10-31-2007, 05:41 PM
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Official info from GM...
As the new 2008 Cadillac CTS sedan garners critical acclaim, the CTS Sport concept puts a unique twist on this hot new luxury sedan. The CTS Sport concept suggests a customization theme emphasizing the car’s performance character. The show car includes new front and rear fascias, a modified hood, rear spoiler and 20-inch wheels Recaro sport seats highlight the cabin. Performance is derived from a production-spec 304-hp 3.6L Direct Injection V-6 that exhales through a Corsa cat-back exhaust system with 3.5-inch outlets.
Vehicle highlights:
CTS Sport concept
3.6L V-6 with direct injection
Modified hood with wire mesh inserts
Unique front and rear fascias with carbon fiber and wire mesh inserts
Carbon-fiber front fender extractors
Export-model taillamps and CHMSL with clear lenses
Unique rear deck spoiler
Headlamps with unique housing finish
Roof-mounted OnStar antenna
Brake ducting with LED lighting
Polished, forged 20-inch wheels
High-performance brakes with painted calipers and drilled/slotted rotors
Carbon-fiber interior trim plates
BlueConnect Bluetooth integrated into the headliner
Recaro sport seats with leather trim
Corsa cat-back exhaust with rectangular outlet tips and wire mesh inserts
Vehicle highlights:
CTS Sport concept
3.6L V-6 with direct injection
Modified hood with wire mesh inserts
Unique front and rear fascias with carbon fiber and wire mesh inserts
Carbon-fiber front fender extractors
Export-model taillamps and CHMSL with clear lenses
Unique rear deck spoiler
Headlamps with unique housing finish
Roof-mounted OnStar antenna
Brake ducting with LED lighting
Polished, forged 20-inch wheels
High-performance brakes with painted calipers and drilled/slotted rotors
Carbon-fiber interior trim plates
BlueConnect Bluetooth integrated into the headliner
Recaro sport seats with leather trim
Corsa cat-back exhaust with rectangular outlet tips and wire mesh inserts
11-20-2007, 11:32 AM
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11-20-2007, 12:45 PM
#806
Nice job, GM. 
Sort of unexpected to me. The new interior is very nice, and they have pretty good powerplant options. Finally, Domestic V6s that match/beat the Japanese V6s. Plus its available with a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual, in addition to the AWD option, something that none of the Japanese makes offer in their sedans. May have to see one in person.
Sort of unexpected to me. The new interior is very nice, and they have pretty good powerplant options. Finally, Domestic V6s that match/beat the Japanese V6s. Plus its available with a 6-speed automatic and a 6-speed manual, in addition to the AWD option, something that none of the Japanese makes offer in their sedans. May have to see one in person.
11-20-2007, 01:15 PM
#807
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Motor Trend's COY is so inherently tied to marketing that it really isn't much of anything.
That being said, the CTS seems to deserve every accolade it garners. I'd love to own one!
That being said, the CTS seems to deserve every accolade it garners. I'd love to own one!
11-20-2007, 01:18 PM
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I knew the CTS was gonna win ... based upon the feedback of the editors, other journalists ... it was a "pro-America" win. Remember the revival of the Thunderbird? I think it won COTY honors, too ... and guess how much of stinker that car was ...
And if I remember correctly ... PT Cruiser (cough cough Neon chassis) also took home the trophy, too ...
And if I remember correctly ... PT Cruiser (cough cough Neon chassis) also took home the trophy, too ...
11-20-2007, 01:24 PM
#809
The sizzle in the Steak
You could see this one coming a mile away.
Props to GM. The CTS is a great car.
Props to GM. The CTS is a great car.
11-20-2007, 02:42 PM
#811
The sizzle in the Steak
^^^ Because the CTS was in the competition.
11-20-2007, 03:39 PM
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Originally Posted by I Go To Costco
Sort of unexpected to me. The new interior is very nice, and they have pretty good powerplant options. Finally, Domestic V6s that match/beat the Japanese V6s.
11-20-2007, 03:48 PM
#815
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by dom
IMO the only thing wrong with the CTS is its 4000 lb+ curb weight. Other than that they nailed it.
11-20-2007, 04:33 PM
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I like the CTS alot, but I am suspect of the COTY awards
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
11-20-2007, 06:59 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
IMO the only thing wrong with the CTS is its 4000 lb+ curb weight. Other than that they nailed it.
11-20-2007, 08:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Steelers Wheels
I like the CTS alot, but I am suspect of the COTY awards
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
haha I definitely see your point..but they are improving...at least they didn't choose Dodge Caliber as the car of the year..
11-20-2007, 09:33 PM
#821
In the CTS's case, I think it was a well deserved award. The interior alone is pretty much class leading. You won't find anything from the Japanese in this price range that comes close, not even from Lexus.
11-20-2007, 10:11 PM
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good for GM. this is a great car. on looks alone it tops the rest.
11-21-2007, 04:17 AM
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Originally Posted by stangg172004
when was the last time honda won car of the year? just curious...
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for the General!
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for the General!
11-21-2007, 07:34 AM
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My mother's going to pick one up, trading in her '04 CTS. I went to the dealer with her and have to admit it is a phenomenal car, from a luxury/looks standpoint. The interior is top-notch. They've really figured out the transmission (her '04 always seems to be hunting for a gear - the '08 nails it). Yes it's heavy, but you don't notice it when driving...while you're not going to throw it around a curvy road, it's solid and planted and the pick-up is good.
She's getting the base V6 with an auto...I would even consider the DI upgrade with a 6-spd!
She's getting the base V6 with an auto...I would even consider the DI upgrade with a 6-spd!
11-21-2007, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Steelers Wheels
I like the CTS alot, but I am suspect of the COTY awards
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
A selection of past winners........
2002 Ford Thunderbird
2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
1997 Chevrolet Malibu
1996 Dodge Caravan
1995 Chrysler Cirrus
1991 Chevrolet Caprice Classic LTZ
1990 Lincoln Town Car
1983 AMC / Renault Alliance
1981 Chrysler K Cars, Dodge Aries / Plymouth Reliant
1980 Chevrolet Citation
1978 Chrysler, Dodge Omni / Plymouth Horizon
of course looking backwards is easy, but for gods sake, there had to be better choices
11-21-2007, 10:14 AM
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Originally Posted by phile
In the CTS's case, I think it was a well deserved award. The interior alone is pretty much class leading. You won't find anything from the Japanese in this price range that comes close, not even from Lexus.
11-21-2007, 10:33 AM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
Motor Trend's COY is so inherently tied to marketing that it really isn't much of anything.
That being said, the CTS seems to deserve every accolade it garners. I'd love to own one!
That being said, the CTS seems to deserve every accolade it garners. I'd love to own one!
11-21-2007, 10:46 AM
#828
'Big Daddy Diggler'
I think GM is finally doing the Nissan move and making better cars for great prices. I test drove the new Malibu and was so impressed. The interior is absolutely amazing.
11-21-2007, 10:48 AM
#829
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Originally Posted by charliemike
I couldn't believe it but a loaded 3.6 VVT CTS (and I mean loaded) is $47k. That's a great deal if you're putting it against a E350 or 535i but against the 335i and C350 it's about the same price.
11-21-2007, 10:53 AM
#830
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Originally Posted by fsttyms1
Yea but thats every option there is, AWD as well. That and the cts is a closer competitor to the 5 series due to its size
i guess i always assumed the CTS was a competitor to the 3 series, A4, G35, etc. and the STS was the closer competitor to the 5series, A6, etc.
so..where does the STS fall then?
11-21-2007, 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by bigman
I think GM is finally doing the Nissan move and making better cars for great prices. I test drove the new Malibu and was so impressed. The interior is absolutely amazing.
that is a very nice car as well
11-22-2007, 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by JediMindTricks
you know, i never knew that.
i guess i always assumed the CTS was a competitor to the 3 series, A4, G35, etc. and the STS was the closer competitor to the 5series, A6, etc.
so..where does the STS fall then?
i guess i always assumed the CTS was a competitor to the 3 series, A4, G35, etc. and the STS was the closer competitor to the 5series, A6, etc.
so..where does the STS fall then?
The STS is more the size of a 7er.
Based on this new interpretation of the Art & Science design, I can't wait for the new STS. If they follow the changes the CTS has, the new STS should be wider and more aggressive ... It would be a strong competitor.
11-23-2007, 05:28 PM
#835
Punk Rocker
I LOVE the new CTS and am very happy to see GM finally making something worth a crap (besides the Corvette). I am seriously considering the CTS (along with the G35/37, 335i, 135i, Hyundai coupe, and IS350) as my next new car......
11-23-2007, 08:41 PM
#836
I feel the need...
The big three are so uncool, that they're bound to be cool again. Everything old is new again, sorta like Lacoste. The General has a winner on it's hands!
I agree with dom, shrink it to 9/10ths, lose 400lbs and it's damn near perfect.
I agree with dom, shrink it to 9/10ths, lose 400lbs and it's damn near perfect.
11-23-2007, 11:36 PM
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I have seen a few of them running around, a very very attractive car. They fixed what I felt was an odd looking proportions where it looked really tall. Anyway, I'm not sure I can say it can compete on passion since I haven't driven it, but I am looking forward to trying it. I also agree about the diet. Make it faster though weight savings!
11-24-2007, 01:21 PM
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Wow thats awesome for the new car GM obviously stepped it up for the new CTS and it shows.
However people are also mentioning the new Malibu and I am sorry but that car is horrible. It is ugly and lets not forget the resale value on those things is horrible.
However people are also mentioning the new Malibu and I am sorry but that car is horrible. It is ugly and lets not forget the resale value on those things is horrible.
11-25-2007, 12:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Trackruner228
Wow thats awesome for the new car GM obviously stepped it up for the new CTS and it shows.
However people are also mentioning the new Malibu and I am sorry but that car is horrible. It is ugly and lets not forget the resale value on those things is horrible.
However people are also mentioning the new Malibu and I am sorry but that car is horrible. It is ugly and lets not forget the resale value on those things is horrible.
Gonna be 11 brazillion of these on teh used car market in 2-3 years when the rental fleets dump them.
Love it!