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Here's some recall info for the CTS owners out there...I'm glad no pictures were on the site! General Motors has announced the recall of 276,000 vehicles. The recall is due to a faulty pinion seal, which can cause fluid leaks. The recall affects the 2005-07 Cadillac CTS, CTS-V, SRX, STS and STS-V; 2006-07 Pontiac Solstice; and 2007 Saturn Sky. Regards, OW
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Replying to: circlew (Dec 22, 2007 9:42 am) 
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Replying to: readerreader (Dec 25, 2007 3:28 am) We could use some feedback from owners here on their experiences, however. I must admit there is a new passion to compete with the CTS. Happy holidays and Best Wishes to ALL. Regards, OW |
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Replying to: readerreader (Dec 25, 2007 3:28 am) All mfg.'s have recalls and quality issues. It's just that the domestics have a streak going that, while hopefully slowing down, continues... If, instead of pouring millions of $ into the ad campaign that "Quality is Job 1," Ford had spent that money on improving quality, who knows??? And, while I remain really ticked off at the domestics (because, there is no doubt in my mind that GM/Ford/Chrysler could build world class cars. In fact, in Europe I think that they do), I'm not a basher (well, certainly not as much as I used to be...!) Hey,my last car was a Chrysler 300M, really enjoyed it. Some initial quality issues taken care of under warranty. No issues outside the warranty period, but still being a Chrysler I wasn't going to keep it too long out of warranty... Also, build quality was certainly less than spectacular. But, still enjoyed that car! And, I'm considering a (used) Caddy XLR as a toy. But, the interior far from reflects the price and, well, it's a GM...  My current ride, assembled here in Los Estados Unidos, is certainly screwed together to much higher tolerances than the Chrysler. No issues, other than a couple of rattles, at 33k+ miles. So anyway, Happy Holidays to all. Gotta find all the receipts for the gifts that don't fit the Evil Wife.  (Luckily for me, they're too big!!!)
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Replying to: laurasdada (Dec 25, 2007 6:14 am) I once toyed with the idea of an XLR as a fun car but considering it's a 'Vette clone, why not just the C6 'verte? The edges are NOT appealing IMO. All the best during the Holidays and Happy New Year! Regards
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Replying to: circlew (Dec 25, 2007 10:40 am) You ever have an inexplicable car desire (Bricklin, DeLorean, Subaru SVX)? Mine appears to be the XLR. I think it's the HT convertible, just a gadget that has always appealed to me. And overall I like the exterior style of the XLR. Of course, I don't like some of the GM-cheapness e.g. the plastic looking grille and, well, the interior. Indeed the issue for me (and I'll assume many potential XLR buyers) is the price. Even a couple of years used, the asking prices compare to some formidable new cars, e.g. aforementioned Corvette, Audi A/S5 and BMW 3, Jag XF among others... So, more than likely it will be an unfulfilled inexplicable desire. Probably should just save my nickels for a new/cpo Jag XK: Beeeeautiful. Or a Maser Gran Turismo: Mas Beeeeatuiful... My father, in what I can only assume was a moment of insanity and charity, bought a Catera. He was surprisingly happy with the ride and comfort. Unfortunately, the opportunity to enjoy said ride was somewhat limited by its penchant to visit the service bay... Least reliable car he's ever owned... But, recent recalls aside (and can they be put aside?), I think the new CTS is a winner, especially for a GM! The first CTS, to me, was a styling abomination both outside and, even more so, inside. But, it sold, so good for GM! Do Australian-built cars offer quality? I thought not...?
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Replying to: laurasdada (Dec 25, 2007 3:40 pm) So I stumble upon the CTS yesterday and have been under the ether ever since! What a car...and over $30K less than a new XLR once all the options are added to it! I'd already have ordered one online had it not been for a few articles I've read about this mysterious CTC-Coupe that might be coming out this summer. Now I could certainly wait til August if that is indeed the case. No one seems to know for sure yet...maybe next month we'll find out for sure. I just wish the XLR were a bit more reasonable. Either way, looks like I'll be the proud new owner of SOME SORT of Cadillac here shortly! Just found this forum and enjoy all the banter/exchange of info and opinions. Clark
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Replying to: clarkster (Dec 31, 2007 3:34 am) My issue is that even a used '05 in the mid/high $30s buys you most all of some pretty nice new cars, say a 328/335, S/A5 or if the HT convertible is the desire, Volvo C70 or VW Eos (but not for me, styling is too strange imho). Or I save my $ for that XLR for the Jag XK which haunts my dreams at night... I'm actually waiting/curious as to a Lexus IS coupe/convert... |
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The new Genesis puts the pressure on BMW... Chassis The car boasts a 53/47 front-to-rear weight distribution, which comes fairly close to the coveted 50/50 ratio made popular by BMW. Hyundai says the car's body structure is 12 to 14 percent stiffer than a BMW 5-Series or Mercedes E-Class. Despite this, the unibody is lighter than that of either the 5er or E. The car is still heavy, particularly with the V-8 but at $30K to start, bests even the cars on the ELLPS in many categories other than price, IMO. Regards, OW
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