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#107 of 363 Re: Reasonable discount for dealer demo? [mrjones1] by panzer Aug 15, 2005 (12:58 pm)
Replying to: mrjones1 (Aug 14, 2005 3:26 pm) I just bought a new 2005 CTS the last day of June. Based on my experience with this car and many previous ones, some bought as demos, I would look at your demo as needing to be discounted about 6 month's payments (6000 miles is about average for 6 months of use), plus a reasonable downpayment, say $2000. To my way of thinking, that works out to about $5500 to $6000 total, off of employee discount.
#108 of 363 Re: Are there any 6-speeds out there? [bhill2] by panzer Aug 15, 2005 (1:46 pm)
Replying to: bhill2 (Aug 09, 2005 4:10 pm) Before I bought my 05 CTS (3.6 automatic) in June, I looked at probably 80 or more CTS' at three dealers in Denver. Not one of the 3.6's was a stick. There was only two 2.8's and one was a stick, and all of the CTS-V's were 6-speeds (there were many, over 20 of them). One dealer said not to buy a 2.8 because there was some problem with the engines. After stopping by a month later at the same dealer that sold me my car (he had about 30 CTS previously), he has only two 05 3.6's and about a dozen 05 V's. I get the impression that they sold a boatload of CTS with the employee discount program.   As a long-time gearhead, I can understand the desire for a 6 speed car, but there is no way I can live with one as my primary transportation, given the demands of cell phones, traffic, etc. The car with the automatic is delightful. I have the sport package. The closest car I am familiar with that has similar handling is the BMW 330i, which the CTS will smoke in a drag race. For a car that rides as well and as quietly as the CTS, it sets up in a fast corner very nicely, reminiscent of BMW. Also, the steering and brakes are pretty fair. The snob appeal in my neighborhood does not seem to match BMW or Mercedes, but at least the CTS is a lot less common around here. My only reservation is the snow performance, but with the inherent balance, I expect it will be fine with the proper tires fitted.   That said, your best bet is to order an 06 the way you want it and shoot for the best price you can get, knowing what the going rate on 05's is. There is not enough new on the 06 to make it more desireable, so I dont think you should have a lot of trouble getting a decent quote for an ordered car. Dont be surprised if they make you give a non-refundable deposit though, because very few other people walk into a Caddy dealership looking to shift for themselves. That was clear by the wealth of 6 speed V's sitting on the lot collecting dust with even deeper discounts than the 3.6's. The V would be fun for a few weeks, but I dont think I would be able to keep my foot out of it, which would lead to unwanted attention from the law. It is more fun to go fast in a slow car than it is to go slow in a fast car. Replies to this message: elias (Aug 15, 2005 5:44 pm)
#109 of 363 Re: Are there any 6-speeds out there? [panzer] by elias Aug 15, 2005 (5:44 pm)
Replying to: panzer (Aug 15, 2005 1:46 pm) driving a 6-speed in traffic is difficult with a cellphone. i tend to avoid doing it especially since i am still getting used to the car (GTO). my 25 years of honed Z28 driving skills don't really map well to the GTO - it's way different. but better! if i am on the phone and need to shift, oh well, i just shift with the phone in my hand too, so much for the conversation - first things first. in case all you folks don't know yet - for 2006 the CTS-V will have an automatic trans option - as well as LS2 engine. a dude at work has an XLR. he said he bought it at a chevy dealer that just added the cadillac franchise too. he admits that he is very picky but is not fully pleased with his dealership. i can probably get more details from him if others are interested , but probably i'd have to plant that info on "XLR buying experience" thread instead, if there is one. i'll probably suggest to him that he visit edmunds.com himself and tell us all what's what with his XLR.
#110 of 363 '06 CTS---Is this a good deal? by mrjones1 Aug 17, 2005 (9:33 am)
I have an offer in writing for an '06 CTS with luxury package and power sunroof, no other options.   Offer is for $35,628. With the SmartBuy incentive, botom line price is $33,378, plus TTL.   Is this a good deal? Should I try for better at same dealer or elsewhere?
#111 of 363 lease deal for 2006 CTS? by surge1 Aug 22, 2005 (11:49 am)
Hi, in the market for 2006 CTS 3.6L automatic. I wonder what kind of deals people are getting to lease this car w/ the employee purchase program.   Thank you.
#112 of 363 cadigirl by cadigirl Sep 14, 2005 (10:06 am)
I purchased an '05 CTS in early July and have had to have the catalytic converter replaced 2 weeks after purchase due to the check engine soon light coming on. Two weeks after that, I had to have the shift differential replaced and am now having to have it replaced a second time due to grinding noises when backing up and make turns. Has anyone else out there experienced anything like this with an '05 CTS? Sounds to me like I have a lemon. I would appreciate any comments. Replies to this message: kyfdx (Sep 14, 2005 3:08 pm) cadigirl (Sep 16, 2005 11:35 am) sweetpolly1 (Oct 11, 2005 9:00 pm)
#113 of 363 Re: cadigirl [cadigirl] by kyfdx HOST Sep 14, 2005 (3:08 pm)
Replying to: cadigirl (Sep 14, 2005 10:06 am) This is a pricing discussion..   You might get more replies if you re-post here: Cadillac CTS   regards, kyfdx Replies to this message: cadigirl (Sep 16, 2005 11:35 am)
#115 of 363 Re: cadigirl [kyfdx] by cadigirl Sep 16, 2005 (11:35 am)
Replying to: kyfdx (Sep 14, 2005 3:08 pm) Thank you. My error. I re-posted the message.
#116 of 363 Re: cadigirl [cadigirl] by sweetpolly1 Oct 11, 2005 (9:00 pm)
Replying to: cadigirl (Sep 14, 2005 10:06 am) I'd get rid of it. Sounds like similar trouble I've had. I purchased a Chevy Impala LS facory ordered and fully loaded and it's been a lemon ever since. It's been back and forth to the dealer on numerous occasions under GM warranty repairs and I've taken it back two times under my extended warranty! Had I known it before, you can take your new car back to the dealer and trade it for another one, but there's a time limit. Check the lemon law rules in your state. Cadillac repairs cost way too much to chance having to make on your own once your warranties are up. I'm getting ready to purchase a new CTS, but I plan to get the 06 model because I was told that I shouldn't buy a first year car. Anyway, good luck with your car.

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