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#1855 of 2757 Re: Here I Go Again [bingoman] by jkr2106 Dec 14, 2007 (7:33 am)
Replying to: bingoman (Dec 13, 2007 8:06 pm) I agree, there probably won't be a 2009 debut for the CTC(?). Besides, I think all speculation was for a 2010 debut which would have it probably released in the '09 shows.
#1856 of 2757 Re: 2009 CTS V [vic10] by knotem Dec 14, 2007 (9:59 am)
Replying to: vic10 (Dec 14, 2007 7:08 am) I think 2007 CTS V front looks much better than the 2009, although the 2008 grill is a knockout; the only problem with the 08 is the translucent sunroof shade. I hope they add a conventional opaque sunroof to the option list for 2009, and then I’ll be the first to buy a fully loaded one. I'm waiting for NAIAS (1/13 - 1/27/08) to see what CTS has for 2009, otherwise I might be looking for the import.
#1857 of 2757 Re: 6-sp manual [adamg2] by soflkurtz Dec 14, 2007 (10:00 am)
Replying to: adamg2 (Dec 14, 2007 5:34 am) I also JUST picked up my 6sp manual CTS today, with the DI engine. Though it's a lease, I haven't pushed it hard yet, though I did have it up to about 100MPH (gradually getting there) on a highway stretch.   Even without pushing it, I know it's not as fast as my 2005 G35, though the final verdict is not out.   As far as the shifter, position, smoothness, etc., I believe this is less of an issue for someone who has had awful manuals (my 1979 VW Rabbit), and really good ones (a 2007 Mazdaspeed 3), and driven quite a few in between. You just get used to it, whatever it is.   I did notice some noise (clanking) following upshifts, something which C&D referenced but not specifically.   The handling with the FE3 is excellent, the brake effort is higher than my Infiniti, but that's just pedal effort, not stopping power which seems fine, again so far.   It's only 25 miles so far... Replies to this message: taxesquire (Dec 14, 2007 2:30 pm)
#1858 of 2757 Re: 6-sp manual [soflkurtz] by taxesquire Dec 14, 2007 (2:30 pm)
Replying to: soflkurtz (Dec 14, 2007 10:00 am) Thanks to you and adam for those reports ont eh 6MTs - not hearing too much about 'em
#1859 of 2757 '08 CTS sound system by rdssatx Dec 15, 2007 (12:50 pm)
I have had my '08 CTS fir 3 months now (red, DI, AWD, all options except nav and sunroof). I have about 2400 miles on it including recent mileage in fresh snow - the car is awesome.   At this point, I have one complaint and given the cost, it really irritates me. It's the sound system! I have the high end 10 speaker Bose system with the 40 gb hard drive and I have to say that I am very disappointed in the sound quality. My wife's Explorer sounds much better! I have played with all the controls and just can't seem to get the sound right. The rear speaker(s) (I'm not sure how many are supposed to be back there) are particularly muddy sounding.   In a car with this tight of a cabin and with excellent exterior noise insulation I was anticipating top notch sounds fromk the stereo system. I don't know if there are some speakers not working or if I am doing something wrong but with the high price of admission I'm pretty disappointed.   Anybody else have any comments on their music system? Replies to this message: bingoman (Dec 15, 2007 2:19 pm) cptsully (Dec 15, 2007 8:46 pm) lenbroverman (Dec 16, 2007 8:16 am) jdavis12 (Dec 16, 2007 5:14 pm) thebug (Dec 16, 2007 11:58 pm) taxesquire (Dec 17, 2007 12:17 pm)
#1860 of 2757 Re: '08 CTS sound system [rdssatx] by bingoman Dec 15, 2007 (2:19 pm)
Replying to: rdssatx (Dec 15, 2007 12:50 pm) Take it back to the dealer and tell them to fix it.   I had radio components replaced twice in my '03. The strangest things can interfere with the radio. They had to replace the high level tail light in order to eliminate static in my radio. Apparently the neon bulb caused a problem. They had to get help from the factory to solve the problem.
#1861 of 2757 Re: My CTS 08 order suffering from constraint [bding] by bding Dec 15, 2007 (6:34 pm)
Replying to: bding (Nov 22, 2007 7:47 pm) Got tired of waiting for the constraints (P63) to be lifted off my order out. Went searching on Cadillac web site and found one in Thunder Grey that was optioned out the same as the Black Raven I ordered. Contacted my dealer, he traded for it. I drove it home in a snow storm today (90 miles). Polished wheels and 18" tires really make the looks of this car. Got to take advantage of the 1.9 financing. So far I love car, worth the wait. Replies to this message: thebug (Dec 17, 2007 12:18 am)
#1862 of 2757 Re: '08 CTS sound system [rdssatx] by cptsully Dec 15, 2007 (8:46 pm)
Replying to: rdssatx (Dec 15, 2007 12:50 pm) I suspect there is something interfereing with your system. For what it's worth, I've got the fully loaded (minus AWD) Black/Black DI, and I am absolutely in LOVE with my sound system.   And I just read an article (can't remember where) that rated the top ten new car sound systems. The CTS come in 5th, but was topped by some systems in much more expensive vehicles, with the exception of a Lexus that was in the same ELLS category. The main gripe in the article was that the CTS only had ten speakers, vs the 14 or so in other vehicles.   Anyway- I'm happy with mine! I hope you find satisfaction with yours- it REALLY makes the driving experience incredible!
#1863 of 2757 Re: '08 CTS sound system [rdssatx] by lenbroverman Dec 16, 2007 (8:16 am)
Replying to: rdssatx (Dec 15, 2007 12:50 pm) I have the same car with the upgraded Bose and think it's the best I've had and I'm real picky about my sound systems. I think something must be wrong with yours or the settings. Try the center point option on the speaker settings for simulated surround sound, a very rich sound. I do find I needed to boost the base way up. If you can find any DVD audio give them a try. That gives you true 5.1 surround sound. The only one I found was the new Beatles "Love" cd of the Cirque Do Sol Beatles show. Some copies have both a regular cd plus a DVD audio version. A great cd in either format. You can also play DVDs of Music Concerts and hear them in true 5.1 surround sound. Good luck because the second best things after how well the car drives is the sound system.
#1864 of 2757 Re: '08 CTS sound system [rdssatx] by jdavis12 Dec 16, 2007 (5:14 pm)
Replying to: rdssatx (Dec 15, 2007 12:50 pm) I must have the same issue with my 10 speaker Bose 5:1 system - rear speakers don't seem to have much power and is obvious when you push the sound to the rear by using the fade or DSP option. I have tested radio, XM, CD and no difference. Centerpoint helps but not enough to make me feel better. I have not yet tried DVD audio for the 5:1 sound. I reported the problem to the dealer but they allegedly didn't find anything....although I'm guessing they didn't look very hard. I'm thinking about sitting in another one on the lot to see if the problem is just me. Replies to this message: thebug (Dec 16, 2007 11:58 pm) taxesquire (Dec 17, 2007 12:17 pm)

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