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#1787 of 2757 Re: Suspension. . . . [taxesquire] by markcincinnati Nov 28, 2007 (7:15 pm)
Replying to: taxesquire (Nov 26, 2007 1:31 pm) The FE2 setup is, IMHO, what should be the base suspension, it is softer than I have come to expect from the cars in the ELLPS and LPS class of cars from Germany (and Infiniti.)   This is NOT at all a bad thing -- I drove in to the dealer in a 2005 Audi A6 with 18" wheels and the then standard suspension set up. I then tested the CTS FE2, AWD, bla bla bla.   Got in my car and drove over the same route I had just driven the CTS. The CTS was softer, it floated about 1/2 of a suspension cycle more than the A6.   The damping, apparently was the issue. The FE2 version allows a down, up, down and half an up/down over a "whoop-de-doo" that the A6 only allows a down, up, return to normal motion.   This is NOT meant to suggest the CTS is not a fine sheen. It simply means it is apparently an American interpretation of a Sport suspension.   It is not sufficiently damped in this league -- I could live with it and probably after a time come to think the Germans were stiff and harsh.   Today, I feel the CTS is too much like my first water bed.   Alas, no FE3 offered with AWD.   The springs remain the same -- the differences ARE the dampers.   Drive it like you live.
#1788 of 2757 Update on my constrained CTS by hemi05 Nov 29, 2007 (8:51 am)
I ordered CTS, red, DI, AWD, PDQ prem lux on 10-16-07 from Pittsburgh, PA area dealer. Salesman told me this morning, 11-29-07, that order was picked up 11-19-07, car most likely built by now. Order was delayed because of B20 wood constraint until 11-19-07. Hope others soon receive such good news.
#1789 of 2757 Re: sunroof question [thebug] by cosmo13 Nov 29, 2007 (10:50 am)
Replying to: thebug (Nov 27, 2007 6:47 pm) Regarding navigation system. I did not order luxury level that included navigation. On Star is free for one year and offers Connections and Directions. The directions are shown on radio screen and audio comes through radio. Very easy to use. Call On Star tell them were you want to go, they program directions and it shows up on your radio screen. If you go off course On Star computer comes on an asks if you want new route. I like it, very simple to use. Cosmo13 Replies to this message: dmathews3 (Nov 29, 2007 12:59 pm)
#1790 of 2757 Re: sunroof question [cosmo13] by dmathews3 Nov 29, 2007 (12:59 pm)
Replying to: cosmo13 (Nov 29, 2007 10:50 am) and after first free year it cost you big bucks, like $299 per year. After 2 years you could buy your own nav unit aftermarket.
#1791 of 2757 Car and Driver Bashes Manual Transmission by pricede Nov 29, 2007 (4:41 pm)
I just got the Jan. 08 Car and Driver magazine. They test 4 sports sedans, one being the 2008 CTS with manual transmission. They state, "coupled with the six-speed manual, the CTS didn't feel quite as finished or satisfying as the automatic equipped car...from a stiff clutch pedal with inconsistent engagement to a clunky and high-effort shifter that resists smooth, quick gearchanges, the CTS's powertrain seems crude without the automatic." I am considering placing an order for a 2008 CTS in December. It would only be if I get it with the 6 speed manual. Is there anyone with the 2008 with manual transmission who thinks Car and Driver is out of line with their comments? (The CTS placed 3rd behind the G35 and 328i, but ahead of the MB C300 Sport) Replies to this message: 150mphclub (Nov 30, 2007 10:06 am) mediapusher (Dec 02, 2007 11:59 pm)
#1793 of 2757 A great car by lenbroverman Nov 29, 2007 (6:44 pm)
After sending 3 years trying to get Audi to recognize a problem in my 2005 Audi A6 I finally gave up and traded it in for a 2008 CTS DI engine with all the bells and whistles. Only thing I can say is" I love this car "and as I told Audi I'd never by one of their cars again. They are a terrible company to deal with. So if your considering a new Audi do yourself a favor and look and drive this CTS.
#1794 of 2757 Re: Update on my constrained CTS [ctbarker3232] by smokiejoe Nov 30, 2007 (8:01 am)
Replying to: ctbarker3232 (Nov 28, 2007 3:22 pm) Are you able to get other manuals. I am waiting for my 2008 SRX to arrive, and it would be awesome to get up to speed on the vehicle. I called Cadillac and GM but they could not help. I know after delivery, or at least once I have a VIN #, I can download the manual from mygm.c*m.
#1795 of 2757 Re: Car and Driver Bashes Manual Transmission [pricede] by 150mphclub Nov 30, 2007 (10:06 am)
Replying to: pricede (Nov 29, 2007 4:41 pm) Would this be the same Car and Driver magazine that rated the BMW #1 in its October 2005 comparison test of 8 sport sedans even though the brakes failed and put the car in a full spin? LOL   C&D probably prints sales brochures for BMW. Replies to this message: mediapusher (Dec 02, 2007 11:59 pm)
#1796 of 2757 Re: Wanted to like the CTS [snags] by vic10 Nov 30, 2007 (6:27 pm)
Replying to: snags (Nov 13, 2007 12:37 pm) Just a follow-up from your earlier comments: Although I plan on renting a CTS for a couple of days to get a better feel of the car, today was my first drive in one, the DI version, (tarted up with Vogue wheels, whitewalls, pinstripping, tinted windows, painted grill, in Diamond White--it was stunning) with the dealer. A couple miles of city streets, two highway merges, some parking lot maneuvering. Maybe it's the comparison (I too drive a 300C). But I was kind of underwhelmed. Nice power, very responsive engine/transmission, but lacks the brute force of the Hemi. Nice ride and control, maybe a tad softer and without the annoying rear suspension noise of the 300, but not a whole lot better. Biggest disappointment was the interior. Comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, yes, and enough headroom that I could adjust the seat up (I'm 6 ft.) to give more of the up right sitting position like in the 300. But the perception was slightly confining, probably due to the wrap-around design of the console/dash, and the center stack seemed a bit busy, though admittedly the detailing and finish was very impressive. Also noticed that the doors don't close with a solid thunk. No rattles, but there was definitely some flexing in the door/window area, almost like the old the Devilles of the 70's. And what's this with the no flash-to-pass headlights (only works with the headlights ON). That's one of my most used features (Yes I'm going to pass you; Yes I'm going to let you pull in ahead of me; Hi gorgeous; What the heck kind of maneuver was that you jerk; etc.).   Still an impressive vehicle, though not quite the WINNER I was expecting. Will have to see if the longer term renting will change my impression. Replies to this message: sevenfeet0 (Dec 03, 2007 8:42 am)

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