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In the R&T December 2007 issue, the editors decided that the 535i was not truly a CTS competitor – largely due to the price difference. The acceleration numbers ( same day, driver & venue, apparently ) show that the 535i is a lot quicker. 0 – 60 = 5.1 vs 6.0 for the CTS w/DI. Quarter Mile = 13.7  102.6 vs 14.5 98.2 for the CTS. They also mention 0.91G lateral grip vs the CTS 0.86 ( each w/Sport Perf. Pkg. ) Those acceleration numbers are different enough that I’d expect those who care about such things ( that would include me ) could easily tell which is quicker. And the lateral grip numbers + many other comments about the 535i’s handling + ride suggest that the BMW provides some additional value in these departments – for the significant additional cost.
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Replying to: rayainsw (Jan 29, 2008 4:56 am) I think that the CTS is an excellent vehicle for the money. It really is not either a 3-series or a 5-series vehicle, it is something in between. It is a Cadillac sports sedan in the $35 to 50,000 price range. |
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Replying to: 62vetteefp (Jan 29, 2008 4:17 am)
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Replying to: sls002 (Jan 29, 2008 7:39 am) They said that both the tires and brake pads had "light wear"  With nearly 12,000 miles there is 10mm of brake lining left and 8/32 tread left on tires... |
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I have read the reviews on the CTS for 2008 and they are fantasic. I am presently driving and Infiniti M45 sport. The car drives great, but evertime I have to take the car in for repairs it takes at least three weeks. I took my car in for service in early November 2007, because the GPS and radio would not come on. It took Infiniti 11 weeks for the part to arrive. There were no parts in North America. I do not believe that if I purchased a Cadillac that I would have to wait almost three months to obtain a part. I understand that there can be repair problems with a car, but I cannot a company like Infiniti not having any inventory. I am nervous to take my car on a long highway trip, because if it breaks down I may not be able to obtain the part. I believe Cadillac is trying to step up to the plate and take on the German and Japanese manufacturers. I really hope they do it.
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Replying to: markian (Jan 31, 2008 7:46 pm) |
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Replying to: markian (Jan 31, 2008 7:46 pm) I have read some forum posts that 2008 CTS owners had to wait to get parts. But its still a new vehicle. I would expect that as we get into the 2nd and 3rd model years, that it will be easy to get parts for the CTS after they have built up inventory. A also am considering the CTS, but I am waiting for the 2009 model. I am waiting for any improvements, bluetooth, improved opaque sunroof shade, etc. If I bought today, I am really liking the Black Raven exterior with Ebony interior and 18 inch wheels and the DI engine. I saw this exact combination this week in a parking lot. It really looked impressive. I also like the titanium interior to break up the totally black car. But I am flip flopping on the color. Can't decide. |
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Replying to: tntmyth (Feb 01, 2008 6:58 pm) |
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Replying to: markian (Jan 31, 2008 7:46 pm)
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