Anyone Seen a Cadillac V-Series yet?

[gb387]

There is this guy at work who just bought a Cadillac STS V-Series.

He gave me a little ride in it, put the transmission in "competition" and off, that thing is F-A-S-T, oh yeah and its a nice car too.... He was also nice enough to let me get behind the wheel, sure I only drove it about 5 min but that's about all you need to realize what kind of car it is.

The Good Stuff!
Engine
Engine Type4.4L Supercharged Northstar V8 VVT
Horsepower/Torque469 hp @ 6,400 rpm / 439 lb-ft @ 3,900 rpm
Bore x Stroke91 x 84 mm
Compression Ratio9.0 : 1
Transmission
Drive SystemRear-wheel drive standard
Standard Transmission6-speed electronically controlled automatic with lockup torque converter, Driver Shift Control and Performance Algorithm Liftfoot
Final Drive Ratio3.23
Fuel System
Fuel DeliveryReturnless, electronic Sequential Fuel Injection
Fuel EconomyEPA estimated 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Braking
BrakesBrembo high performance vented cast iron disc brakes with 4 piston calipers, power assist-vacuum with anti-lock control, StabiliTrak
Brake RotorsFront: 14"x1.25"
Rear: 14.3"x1.1"
Suspension & Handling
Suspension4-wheel independent design that utilizes a short/long arm, coil-over strut with anti-sway bar in front, and a modified multi-link with anti-sway bar and automatic rear level control system in the rear; both benefit from monotube performance shock absorbers
All-Speed Traction ControlAll-speed, brake and engine controlled
Stability SystemStabiliTrak, computer-controlled, 4-channel stability control system
SteeringPower-assisted rack and pinion, 17.2:1, variable ratio; ZF Servotronic II variable assist
Traction Control SystemAll-speed traction control with integrated anti-lock braking system
Tires & Wheels
TiresFront P255/45WR18 Pirelli Extended Mobility* and Rear P275/40WR19 Pirelli Extended Mobility*
Wheels10-spoke 18-in. front, 19-in. rear, cast aluminum wheels with pearl nickel painted finish

[SiriusRIMZ]

I've seen a couple of the XLR's around Dallas. Its a great lookin caddy, dont think of it as my dad's car anymore.

I'm guessing this is trying to compete with BMW's M Series perfomance coupes.

[gb387]

Originally posted by SiriusRIMZ
I've seen a couple of the XLR's around Dallas. Its a great lookin caddy, dont think of it as my dad's car anymore.

I'm guessing this is trying to compete with BMW's M Series perfomance coupes.

not a grandpa car either!

Never thought of the competition, you mention that but the guy who bought it traded in an older M3 convertible.

[Accident]

I saw an XLR the other day. I didn't know what type it was. Now I do, Thanks . It is a really nice car, the stance reminded me of the new corvettes, but that is probably all in my head.

[gb387]

Originally posted by Accident
I saw an XLR the other day. I didn't know what type it was. Now I do, Thanks . It is a really nice car, the stance reminded me of the new corvettes, but that is probably all in my head.

Not 100% sure but seems to me the XLR is built on the corvette platform.

[sneek]

i took a cts-v for a spin, it doesn't feel super fast but the engine does feel like it has some go to it, and it feels like you are going slow when you are doing about 150kmph ish
really got to look at the speedometer a lot more then i am used to

[RDVT4ME]

I was invited to a special Cadillac test and got to drive a CTS-V and an STS-V. For a big car the STS-V handles extremely well......and the sound of that blower is sweet!

[Cadude]

I drive a Deville and have seen them at my dealer but have not driven one. I guess I'm too old because I no longer have the desire to drive fast. However, on a trip this past weekend, a CTS-V passed me and it sure sounded sweeeeet!

[tron1974]

I stopped at a light and a CTS-V pulled up next to me. The guy obviously didn't care much to keep it up.

It looks like it was driven in the winter and not washed or waxed properly. It was a silver color and had really bad swirls.

I had to do a double take to make sure it was a CTS-V and it definiitely had the emblem.

I guess having some money to buy that toy means you don't need to take care of it.

[trainwreck_6]

Is this where I put my name in the hat for free drawing of cool Meg stuff...? If so, Im in!

[gb387]

Originally posted by trainwreck_6
Is this where I put my name in the hat for free drawing of cool Meg stuff...? If so, Im in!

Nope... try this link: FREE G100 Dual Action Polisher Drawing! - May 2006

[Pete-FWA]

Originally posted by Accident
It is a really nice car, the stance reminded me of the new corvettes, but that is probably all in my head.

The XLR is based on a Corvette platform and is the first vehicle to be manufactured with Corvettes in their Bowling Green facility. The similarity between the XLR and the Corvette stance is definitely there.

The engine is a pure Cadillac design and build. Pictures and brochures are nice, but to see one on the road or drive one puts it in a whole different league.

[PhantomR/T]

Originally posted by gb387
Not 100% sure but seems to me the XLR is built on the corvette platform.

it is with the same motor and chassis, frame, transmission, etc....