2004-2007 CTS-V
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2004-2007 CTS-V
This fits the bill as my next vehicle. What do you guys know about it so I can have as much information as possible? I know the BASICS. Corvette engine, Brembo brakes. And apparently a pretty well tuned suspension. What else though?
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Other than your normal Cadillac electrical bs my friend seems to enjoy his.. smokes my s like I'm standing still. Why not get a newer one with the zr1 motors in it.
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Also, I thought only the early models were affected by this? Not sure thoug.
OP, I know it's a different beast but have you looked into the gto or the g8 gt?
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Expect things to break. I had nothing but trouble with mine. If you can look past things falling apart and do not have high standards it isn't a terrible car especially for the price.
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The diff issue I read was supposedly fixed in 2006, so I'd look at 06+.
As far as the newer ones, I would definitely get it if funding seemed possible. But when I get a new vehicle, I dont think I will be able to stretch much past 25k. I will NEED 4 doors and a "classy" look due to my job. But, if possible, I want something that is still fun.
I'm open to other ideas as well. I was looking at BMW Ms, but at that price, it seems like I'm walking into a nightmare.
As far as the newer ones, I would definitely get it if funding seemed possible. But when I get a new vehicle, I dont think I will be able to stretch much past 25k. I will NEED 4 doors and a "classy" look due to my job. But, if possible, I want something that is still fun.
I'm open to other ideas as well. I was looking at BMW Ms, but at that price, it seems like I'm walking into a nightmare.
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Well, if a weak rear diff is an issue you obviously don't own an S2000. And electrics are not a traditional weak point in Cadillacs. BMW and Mercedes, yes. Cadillac, not so much.
But why not buy a Corvette? I hear they have Cadillac motors in them these days.
If you need the extra doors and rear seat, I don't know why you'd be drag racing it so it's probably the best option in it's class. Everything else that can compete performance-wise is going to be far more expensive to maintain. Cadillac consistently scores high in magazine reliability if that matters to you.
But why not buy a Corvette? I hear they have Cadillac motors in them these days.
If you need the extra doors and rear seat, I don't know why you'd be drag racing it so it's probably the best option in it's class. Everything else that can compete performance-wise is going to be far more expensive to maintain. Cadillac consistently scores high in magazine reliability if that matters to you.
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Well, if a weak rear diff is an issue you obviously don't own an S2000. And electrics are not a traditional weak point in Cadillacs. BMW and Mercedes, yes. Cadillac, not so much.
But why not buy a Corvette? I hear they have Cadillac motors in them these days.
If you need the extra doors and rear seat, I don't know why you'd be drag racing it so it's probably the best option in it's class. Everything else that can compete performance-wise is going to be far more expensive to maintain. Cadillac consistently scores high in magazine reliability if that matters to you.
But why not buy a Corvette? I hear they have Cadillac motors in them these days.
If you need the extra doors and rear seat, I don't know why you'd be drag racing it so it's probably the best option in it's class. Everything else that can compete performance-wise is going to be far more expensive to maintain. Cadillac consistently scores high in magazine reliability if that matters to you.
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They age badly. I went and looked at buying one. The seats, buttons, trim finish etc all seem to have been worn quickly. My old 00 S2k which had lived a rough life and had 100K on it looked newer. Also, lot of vibrations and stereo sounded horrible (bose blows). So, I would look at newer or just get a C5 Z08.