Z06 Too tight? Try one of these on for size.

Post by **complacent** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 11:25 am

Today GM officially unveiled the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. Yes, the same CTS-V that we have seen again and again. Don't fret, we're still salivating over it. The CTS-V delivers 550 horsepower at 550 lb.-ft of torque with its 6.2-liter supercharged V8. It is available in six speed manual transmission or automatic with paddle shifters. For the suspension, Magnetic Ride Control ensures that all shocks of the road are absorbed and the Performance Traction Management system should keep all wheels on the road. It will be launching in the fourth quarter of 2008.

Sounds fast and comfy. Thoughts?

Post by **Sabre** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 12:17 pm

Sounds like a hell of a car to me... I wonder how heavy it is....

Makes me want to buy a regular CTS though and throw a LS9 in it....

drwrx · Post by **drwrx** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 2:05 pm

Sabre wrote:Makes me want to buy a regular CTS though and throw a LS9 in it....

No, you just need to wait a year or two and pick-up one of these used for cheap. Cadillac's take a huge loss in value in the first years.

Example on Cars.com: 2006 Cadillac CTS-V 21,180 mi, all options 6 speed manual black/black flawless: $34,900!

Post by **Sabre** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 3:08 pm

drwrx wrote:
Sabre wrote:Makes me want to buy a regular CTS though and throw a LS9 in it....
No, you just need to wait a year or two and pick-up one of these used for cheap. Cadillac's take a huge loss in value in the first years.

Example on Cars.com: 2006 Cadillac CTS-V 21,180 mi, all options 6 speed manual black/black flawless: $34,900!

Sucks to buy a Cadillac new! I doubt they will just sell you a LS9 though

Does anyone know how well the tranny's hold the extra HP?

Libra Monkee · Post by **Libra Monkee** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 5:20 pm

Sabre wrote:Sounds like a hell of a car to me... I wonder how heavy it is....

Ask and ye shall recieveth.

Weight:
4200 lbs

Full spec sheet on Fast Autos

I normally don't like Caddys this one looks kinda nice. Bit boxy though.

Post by **Sabre** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 5:34 pm

Libra Monkee wrote:
Sabre wrote:Sounds like a hell of a car to me... I wonder how heavy it is....
Ask and ye shall recieveth.

Weight:
4200 lbs

Full spec sheet on Fast Autos

I normally don't Caddys this one looks kinda nice. Bit boxy though.

"That's a big bitch!"

I'd still rock it though

I like the boxy look!

Cereb Daithi · Post by **Cereb Daithi** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 7:55 pm

even more HP/torque for the same weight!!!

Mr Kleen · Post by **Mr Kleen** » Tue Jan 15, 2008 9:55 pm

I like the new CST and it's been getting really good reviews. the V is hot but the DI V6 has a lot of power for less weight/money/gas consumption. nice to see GM moving in the right direction for a change.

Phibs · Post by **Phibs** » Wed Jan 16, 2008 3:52 pm

wow 4200 lbs but I'd still hit it, for a price around what Darrin mentioned.