2003 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews Page 4

I HATE THIS CAR!

Written by: I HATE THIS CAR! on 11/13/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased this car in Oct. 2003. In a year, this car has been in the shop 7 times. It first started out as "little" non-mechanical problems. The remote keyless entry quit working. Stereo has been replaced twice. Car was stuck in park (related to a problem with the brakelights, go figure!) Back carpet soaked from air conditioning drainage. Now car having problems starting. Dealer had for a week and couldn't figure out what the problem was. Said we needed to wait for it to become "more broke". Now besides the starting problem, car dies at traffic lights. Totally unreliable!! Have been stranded 5 times in the last week! Has depreciated $10,000 value in 1 year. Ridiculous!

Favorite Features

Exterior styling.

Suggested Improvements

Improve reliability. Interior door panels look extremely cheap. Need to re- design air conditioning vents. Glove box is tiny. Wheels are ugly.

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unfortunately a poor investment

Written by: firstcaddy on 10/16/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased this car with the intent of owning for at least 10yrs, and after less than two, I'm worried it might not make it to 5yrs. Problems that have been fixed (thankfully under warranty): anti-freeze leak (bad cooler), fuel delivery problem (bad engine thermostat), no heat (bad vacuum to heater bypass valve), oil leak (bad oil pump), snapped clutch spring (replaced clutch assembly). Problems that the dealer says are "normal" and can't fix: random clicking of CD player, CD player doesn't work 100 percent, clocks not in sync, engine misses at random (not speed or gear dependent), and the clutch now pops/clicks at random while engaging in 1st gear.

Favorite Features

RWD and manual trans

Suggested Improvements

Incompetent dealer service mechanics seriously need some training courses.

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Sexy-Dumb Blonde of the Car World

Written by: Molly7601 on 10/12/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I have decided that this car is definetly the "dumb blonde of the car world." It is incredily sexy, however, its substance is yet to be determined. I am secretly hoping it will prove me wrong, since I am somewhat blonde myself. Maybe this will be the first time in history a manufactirer has made a sexy car that is reliable...then again, I will not hold my breath. I can not even begin to tell you how many "heads" my black sport model has turned. Having owned a number of German imports, I am definetly impressed with its handling. I really want this baby to prove all the import snobs wrong...come on baby...let's go!

Favorite Features

The look, the memory system, side mirrors going down each time car is placed in reverse.

Suggested Improvements

Reliability

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One of the Best!

Written by: mnywmn1 on 10/12/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

Over the past five years I've owned five Lexus' including the ES300, GS300 and RX300, a Mercedes 240, and an Infinity Q45. (Love to trade cars!) The CTS is by far the most enjoyable car I've owned in a long time. It's great styling and quick manuevering make it a great car for me. I bought a black CTS with light grey leather interior. The only thing I will change is to add the complete wood trim package to add to the gearshift knob and steering wheel.

Favorite Features

Sharp style, driver friendly interior, quick acceleration, nice ride.

Suggested Improvements

More wood!

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Caveat Emptor

Written by: Acadian on 08/26/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

Bought the car in March 2003...mechanically, very sound...however, after a couple of months, noticed that the digital clock in the dash was not synchronized with the analog clock in the instrument panel...returned the car and they replaced the "cluster"...couple of months later, same thing....replaced cluster again...now the same thing again but they have acknowledged that Cadillac will not replace (still in warranty)...also, you will note around the rear plate and backup lights a lens...when you wash the car, the lens allows water in...

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

overall poor quality...do your homework before purchasing a CTS..

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MIKE FITZPATRICKS REVIEW

Written by: MIKE FITZPATRICK on 08/23/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

THIS CAR IS EXACTLY THE RIGHT SIZE AND PERFORMANCE LEVEL THAT ANYONE WOULD EVER NEED. ITS PERFECT AND I'M GLAD TO BE WITH CADILLAC AFTER OWNING IMPORTS MY ENTIRE LIFE.

Favorite Features

THE COMFORT AND PERFORMANCE ARE PERFECTLY BALANCED.

Suggested Improvements

HAVE A MEMORY SYSTEM FOR THE REAR VIEW MIRROR-- NO BIG DEAL, BUT I WISH I DIDN'T NEED TO MOVE IT EVERYTIME MY WIFE DRIVES THE CAR.

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The 2003 CTS

Written by: jooh kool on 07/13/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased this for my wife & I have been trying to get it from her ever since. The leg room for passengers is very tight and for a luxury car there is to much noise. (wind & engine) I have made two long rode trips an enjoyed each one, handles very well,love the navigation system. Most of all,the "LOOK" of the CTS is outstanding.

Favorite Features

Exterior design and interior gadgets.

Suggested Improvements

Reduce outside noise.

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Excellent car

Written by: thomasrayw on 07/02/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I've had my 2003 White Diamond CTS Luxury Sport w/ NAV for one year and love it. Power is great at 225hp, but the 2004 has 30hp more. If you need more that that, go for the CTS-V w/ 400hp (Vette LS6 V8). Drove one for 24 hrs last week and its a rocket! Great styling and comfort. There's no other car in its class that can match it.

Favorite Features

Styling, performance, luxury, NAV. CTS- V is a serious competitor against BMW's M5, but at a much lower price.

Suggested Improvements

Some central dash components kind of cheap and plastic. Could use a little more hp which was rectified in the 2004 model. Needs factory spoiler option.

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Happy with CTS

Written by: ry1nik on 07/01/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I've had it for two years now and can't complain at all. Got the Copper Sunburst color, which gets LOTS of comments. No significant glitches with it after 30,000 miles.

Favorite Features

Feel of the steering. Ride support.

Suggested Improvements

More horses, though it's got enough right now.

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Worse car I've ever owned!

Written by: Trip Gore on 06/28/2004

Vehicle

2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)

Review

I was one of the first to lease a CTS in Kansas City, MO. Love the look, but have endured poor quality problems. Paint peeled on grill at 10k. Cadillac would not fix under warranty. (Dealer replaced as "goodwill") A/C condensation flooded interior at 20k. Trim pieces have fallen off in trunk and interior. Front rubber air dam fell off as well as small rubber flaps by rear wheels.Power lock failed at 60k ($400 out-of-warranty repair). Idles poorly when cold (hook shakes).Only good things are comfortable seats and good highway mileage. Poorly placed cruise control buttons on bottom of steering wheel and where is the glove box light????

Favorite Features

Cool looks, comfortable seats, good mileage.

Suggested Improvements

Improve overall build quality. Pieces have fallen off because plastic rivets break -- use screws! Engine shouldn't vibrate. Improve confusing push buttons. Improve interior lighting. Cadillac hassled me when I requested help with peeling paint on the grill.

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