[Z06] CTS-V anyone??
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Racer
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I agree the CTS-V is a great car. I was surprised at how much grunt it had when I took one for a spin. Not to throw this discussion off topic, if you are seriously looking for a plush, fast daily driver then check out the Mercedes E55. It will blow the V away but its an automatic. I have driven several and can't get over the accelleration at 40mph and you romp on it. 516lb-tq is unbelieveable.
But, I agree.. If the E55's were cheaper, I'd be all over one in a heartbeat!
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Racer
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Dealers cannot give the GTOs away. Not sure why. Maybe the typical age range and the price is a problem.
CTS V is a great car. (I have a CTS in my "pool" of cars.) I am a Caddy forum member, and I spend a ton of time on that forum. Only complaint is about rear ends. Some have had oil leaks; some claim noise.
I talked to my local Caddy svc mgr who is a sharp guy. He simply said that some have a rear end problem; others do not. Those with the problem can cure it by adding "the additive." At that point, he needed to take a phone call, and I did not get a chance to ask him about "the additive."
At any rate, I plan on buying the stuff for my CTS.
One other comment: Based on a guy feeling, I think the vette provides much more technology, engineering experience, etc, but some people need 4 seats. Another good car in my mind is the STS V. Supposedly, dealers are marking them down from $77k to $57k because of the slow market. Other than wheelbase, I am not sure what the STS V provides. That is also a very naive statement on my part.
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Cts V
Turned my CTS V in a few months ago at the end of a lease. Most fun "every day" car I've ever had. Handled great, rode great and was just plain a kick in the pants every day. Even drove it through 2 Michigan winters, with Blizzaks all the way around and two 40 lb. bags of play sand in the spare tire well. Wish I had the car back. This Tahoe is nice, but it ain't the V.
Also, drove the STS V in Vegas at a test drive program. Liked it, too, but the smaller, more nimble CTS V, with the 6 spd. was more enjoyable.
Also, drove the STS V in Vegas at a test drive program. Liked it, too, but the smaller, more nimble CTS V, with the 6 spd. was more enjoyable.
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From: Bradford Mass
Late to the discussion but just my .02 Drove a CTS-V with the LS2, 2006 model, great everyday driver, grocery getter, kill some stangs on the way, ride- intake and exhaust can hang with E39 M5's all day long. I love my LS6 in my Z but the LS2 is an awesome engine. I have the LS2 in my Trailblazer SS, I have been watching the CTS-V's for 2 months now for depreciation- I'd go with the LS2 if it were me [06's the speedo runs to 200mph instead of 180, feels better to look at 
], and would start searching heavily in about 2 months- new body and #'s will most likely be released.
], and would start searching heavily in about 2 months- new body and #'s will most likely be released.
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I still see a CTS-V in my future when I trade in my Z06. Used one are going for very reasonable and low prices in the $30K's.
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CTS-V?
NOT IN A MILLION YEARS!
The rear diff isn't even rated for the STOCK toruqe, never mind modding. I've personally seen the rear give up on an Auto-X track. I love the idea of the car, but until they put a proper pumpkin in they won't get my dollars.
NOT IN A MILLION YEARS!
The rear diff isn't even rated for the STOCK toruqe, never mind modding. I've personally seen the rear give up on an Auto-X track. I love the idea of the car, but until they put a proper pumpkin in they won't get my dollars.
