CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette?
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Melting Slicks
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CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette?
Surprised no one has posted this, but it looks like there is a second CTS-V "Racer Version" that will debut soon
http://www.autoweek.com/cat_content...._code=00497357
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http://www.autoweek.com/cat_content...._code=00497357
(14:32 Oct. 21, 2003)
Cadillac tests CTS V racer
Cadillac will show its CTS V race car (AW, Aug. 18) at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. The Pratt & Miller-built car, which Max Angelelli has been testing, will race in the 2004 SCCA Speed World Challenge series’ GT class. That series will run its 2004 schedule with the American Le Mans Series and the SCCA. ALMS will jointly sanction and officiate the ’04 World Challenge races.
Cadillac tests CTS V racer
Cadillac will show its CTS V race car (AW, Aug. 18) at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January. The Pratt & Miller-built car, which Max Angelelli has been testing, will race in the 2004 SCCA Speed World Challenge series’ GT class. That series will run its 2004 schedule with the American Le Mans Series and the SCCA. ALMS will jointly sanction and officiate the ’04 World Challenge races.
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Adam Bruce)
Yeah I saw that here:
http://www.thecarconnection.com/inde...&sid=178&n=158
And didn't post it since I didn't find it relevant to the C6, that's just a racing version just as the C5-R is and C6-R will be. You can't buy that and drive it on the street. Plus I believe the C6-R will be a faster car since it will be lighter. Also, I don't know, but doesn't that car fall under a different racing class since it's a four door?
http://www.thecarconnection.com/inde...&sid=178&n=158
And didn't post it since I didn't find it relevant to the C6, that's just a racing version just as the C5-R is and C6-R will be. You can't buy that and drive it on the street. Plus I believe the C6-R will be a faster car since it will be lighter. Also, I don't know, but doesn't that car fall under a different racing class since it's a four door?
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Adam Bruce)
As long as it stays out of GTS I'll be happy, and it will definitely do more to enhance the brand's image than the ill-fated LMP cars.
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Kevin93)
The fat tires are nice, but the flairs are right out of the 60's JC Whitney catalog, or are they from the Avalanche?
[Modified by LongTimer, 11:45 PM 10/22/2003]
[Modified by LongTimer, 11:45 PM 10/22/2003]
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Rocketblock)
I like the CTS and I really like that CTS-V. Another good GM choice for gearheads!!! :thumbs:
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Sun King)
I like the CTS and I really like that CTS-V. Another good GM choice for gearheads!!! :thumbs:
:iagree: ...as usual... I'm considering the CTS-V on a lease while waiting for the 2006 Z06 to launch.
:iagree: ...as usual... I'm considering the CTS-V on a lease while waiting for the 2006 Z06 to launch.
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Sun King)
With the CTS-V getting the Vette motor, that means a 45k sedan will outperform the 80k XLR. Will the XLR share the new Vette motor?? :confused:
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (BILLYD)
With the CTS-V getting the Vette motor, that means a 45k sedan will outperform the 80k XLR. Will the XLR share the new Vette motor?? :confused:
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (BILLYD)
With the CTS-V getting the Vette motor, that means a 45k sedan will outperform the 80k XLR. Will the XLR share the new Vette motor?? :confused:
The CTS-V, on the other hand, is about competing with the M3 and M5. It already beats the current versions of both of them on the track.
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Adam Bruce)
Man, that CTS-V Racing is one mean looking machine. I might end up in the market for a CTS-V is the C6 ends up looking like the crappy spyshots being passed around. Probably makes more sense for me anyway.
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Re: CTS-V, new Version.....knocking on Corvette? (Butta)
Yeah I saw that here:
http://www.thecarconnection.com/inde...&sid=178&n=158
And didn't post it since I didn't find it relevant to the C6, that's just a racing version just as the C5-R is and C6-R will be. You can't buy that and drive it on the street. Plus I believe the C6-R will be a faster car since it will be lighter. Also, I don't know, but doesn't that car fall under a different racing class since it's a four door?
http://www.thecarconnection.com/inde...&sid=178&n=158
And didn't post it since I didn't find it relevant to the C6, that's just a racing version just as the C5-R is and C6-R will be. You can't buy that and drive it on the street. Plus I believe the C6-R will be a faster car since it will be lighter. Also, I don't know, but doesn't that car fall under a different racing class since it's a four door?
This car has a tag and is driving on the street. GM doesn't test it's Race cars on the street. Heck I don't even think a C5R could clear a speed bump much less qualify for a tag. While I can agree with the Car Connection hypothesis abotu this, it still seams rather odd....
[Modified by Adam Bruce, 3:51 PM 10/23/2003]
