2007 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Discussions

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• 2008 Escalade premature undercarriage rust

  Written by: katzoo on Dec 10, 2011 7:57:23 AM

  I have followed the posts and threads on the undercarriage rust issue with GM. I own 2 Cadillac escalades. I purchased Escalade brand new in 2007 and another purchased in 2008 which I traded my 2002(also bought brand new) in for the brand new 2008. Within a year the brake rotor rusted completely and peeled and warranty replaced. Again, within a year another set of rotors or rotors and brakes rusted ... Read More

• Re: PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM [jake5_28]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Nov 6, 2011 9:26:52 AM

  TECHNICAL Bulletin No.: 03-05-25-007D Date: May 01, 2009 Subject: Antilock Brake (ABS) Activation At Low Speeds (Clean Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Surface) Models: 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2001-2006 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2003-2006 Chevrolet Express 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 2001-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali XL 2003-2006 GMC Savana 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2003-2006 HUMMER ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Current Lease Incentives on a 2010/2011 Cadillac Escalade Premium

  Written by: jfgioia on Jul 6, 2010 7:49:34 PM

  Car_man, I'm currently in a 2007 Escalade with my lease ending this November. GM is offering to waive the last 3 payments of my lease and would like to get into either the 2010 Escalade or Escalade ESV with the Premium package. I would like to know what current lease incentives are going on for the Escalade. I believe the $3,900 rebate is still in effect, but not certain. Also what ... Read More

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• 2007 Escalade

  Written by: doodle25 on Feb 24, 2010 9:37:07 PM

  Hey guys I have a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. I was wanting to put a mesh grille kit on and was wondering what type everyone would suggest. Also looking a lambo doors for the front and suicide doors for the back. Any knowledge on where to go for the best would be appreciated.

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Brakes Locking up on a 2002 Cadillac Escalade

  Written by: thopkins on Oct 17, 2009 8:56:14 PM

  I have a 2002 Escalade and since January 2009 I have been experiencing some problems with the brakes. When coming to a stop or idling , I noticed that the brake pedal locks up when I get between 1-5 mph... Prior to the brakes locking up, the truck makes a humming/growling noise which sounds like it's coming from the accelerator or somewhere in that area. I have also had a problem ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade

• Re: Need Help Quick? [founder]

  Written by: erniec1 on Dec 29, 2008 8:36:45 AM

  Hi..I'm not sure about the 09 Escalades, but I have a 2007 Escalade ESV and it does not have an AUX jack for the IPod. However, my Escalade has the factory DVD system and I use the RCA jacks in the rear console to play my IPod and it works great. Not sure why Cadillac didn't put an AUX jack on the radio panel.

Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [asaro]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Sep 22, 2008 5:58:05 AM

  You seem to think you know things that you don't know. I have driven both trucks. If you think there is so much difference between a King Ranch and an LT, you haven't. BTW, EVERY body panel between the two is the same, with just a bit of trim detail difference. and the LT got a different grill pattern shoved into the same F150 grill hole (plus a couple of lame ... Read More

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [dga57]

  Written by: asaro on Sep 20, 2008 8:47:14 AM

  Karen I agree with you so much ! I have an LT also, the best vehicle I have ever owned ! The ride, the seats, and the looks are no match. My wife was not interested in the truck until she got in it. She loves the ride, and the compliments everyweek. I might have to purchas another LT because she is in it all the time. This guy gregg does ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• End of lease purchase incentive

  Written by: growe on Aug 2, 2008 4:18:03 AM

  I am nearing the end of my lease with GMAC of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. Will they negotiate or provide incentives for me to purchase the vehicle since the residual is higher than market value?

• Re: 2008 Escalade ESV Residuals [996twint]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 27, 2007 2:42:37 AM

  Hi 996twint. Interestingly, the 2008 Cadillac Escalade's lease rates and residual values are currently exactly the same as the 2007 models' numbers. Take a look at my previous post to see what they are. As a result, given the additional cash incentives and dealer discounts that will be available on them at this point it will be cheaper to lease an '07 model. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Cadiallac Escalade Price Paid

  Written by: tcotta411 on Jun 23, 2008 5:41:42 PM

  Ok. I think I will have everyone in this forum beat on this one. Last month (May, 2008), I purchased a brand new 2007 Cadillac Escalade with 80 miles from Reynold's Cadillac in Orange, VA. The car has absolutely every available option including: Information Package (Navigation) Rear Entertainment Package (DVD) 22" Chrome Wheels Power Release 2nd Row Seats Rearview Camera System Retractable Running Boards Premium Paint *White Diamond* I paid $52,296 ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: 07 Escalde Price [dcbeltran]

  Written by: Car_man on Aug 27, 2007 2:32:38 AM

  Hi Dariel. I'd hate to see your gas bill if you drive 15,000 miles per month ;) . General Motors is currently providing $1,500 lease cash on the 2007 Cadillac Escalade. It is providing additional bonus cash on Escalade models that have been sitting on dealer lots for a long time. Specifically, there is $1,000 on units that have been in dealer stock since 1/11/07 and $2,000 on models that have ... Read More

• Re: New Money [shfawaz]

  Written by: Car_man on Jul 13, 2007 3:43:29 AM

  Hi shfawaz. General Motors is still providing $1,500 lease cash on the 2007 Cadillac Escalade in July. I don't believe that the additional bonus cash for GM employees was extended though. At least I haven't seen any mention of it. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 07 Escalade [bweber2]

  Written by: awf_axis on Mar 10, 2008 7:04:17 AM

  This is a known problem with the 07 models. Here is a link to a Caddy Owners web-site that discusses this issue. Mine doesn't have it, but it has to due with improper door alignment. There is a TSB (Technical Service Bulletin) that has been given to dealers on this, but you have to have a service dept willing to go through the motions. http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/cadillac-escalade-ext-esv-forum-2007/129448- -wind-noise-2007-escalade.html Good Luck, Dave

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: The Only Luxury Car... [lemko]

  Written by: circlew on Feb 27, 2008 11:00:21 AM

  Her is some interesteing data from July 2007. According to the industry examiners at CNW Research, Cadillac’s fortunes appear to be slipping away at the margins. In the firm’s July installment of their Retail Automotive Summary, their Aspirational Index (which judges a brand’s attractiveness to consumers) reveals that Cadillac’s rising star is beginning to falter. In the mid-Nineties, the marque rated only a 4 on a 10 point scale. With the ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: 36 or 39 Month Lease Rate [bama12]

  Written by: Car_man on May 1, 2007 2:41:46 AM

  Here you go, bama12. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade AWD with 10,000 miles per year are 6.15% and 60%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease are 6.15% and 59%. General Motors is currently providing a $1,500 cash incentive on leases of this truck through GMAC. Make sure to take this cash into account when ... Read More

• Re: March Lease Rates [shfawaz]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 10, 2007 3:58:17 AM

  Hi shfawaz. GMAC's base lease rate for a 24 month lease is exactly the same as the rates that I mentioned in my previous post. Its current 24 month, 10,000 mile per year residual value for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade is 70%. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

• Re: March Lease Rates [monkeyshift]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 10, 2007 3:50:54 AM

  Hey monkeyshift. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 27 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT with 10,000 miles per year are 6.15% and 68%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease are 6.15% and 59%, respectively. When negotiating the capitalized cost for your lease, make sure to take the $1,500 lease cash that is currently available on this truck into account. Car_man ... Read More

• Early Termination!

  Written by: cdcruizer05 on Jan 27, 2008 1:04:18 AM

  My Grandfather leased a 2007 Cadillac Escalade in Jun 06. He now wants to trade it in on a new truck, the lease was for 48 months! My question is what is going to happen once he tries to do this and could he trade the Caddy in and not lease the truck or does he has to lease itI think he wants to buy the truck outright! Oh his payment ... Read More

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: Can we get back to Cadillac [mr215]

  Written by: trimaster on Jan 15, 2008 12:06:12 PM

  since you are a businessman I'm sure you would agree that the success or failure of Cadillac could be judged by the sales of the Escalade. You are critical of how cadillac developed the Escalade but you have not mentioned sales. The Escalade is still best in class from a sales perspective so I'm not sure how you can say that their strategy was flawed. I dont think removing all the ... Read More

• Re: We have to get it together in the US [tntmyth]

  Written by: lykourinou on Jan 11, 2008 8:36:49 PM

  But lately we have noticed that some of the GM cars are looking pretty impressive, namely the Cadillac CTS, Chevy Malibu, GMC Acadia, Saturn Vue, Saturn Outlook, Saturn Aura, Buick Enclave. Also some of the Fords look good, like the Ford Edge, Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Milan. I agree completely Americans are starting to build better vehicles, The only 2 American cars that I would ever purchase would be the ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Buyin a new escalade [nsimi]

  Written by: plroweny on Jan 8, 2008 4:59:14 AM

  I had a 1970 Escalade, ran like a dream but of course you don't get high mileage. Low in fact. The only problem I had was a pinhole leak in the a/c pipe going to the rear of the car. If kept running out of freon. Finally, I had the hole plugged and it worked great after that. I had a Cadillac Deville before that and it had 177,000 on it ... Read More

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: can't read graphs [mr215]

  Written by: louiswei on Jan 7, 2008 10:02:07 AM

  You need to read the original post again, the average buyer age data is from 2005 (the most recent that I can found) but the IS and CTS owner age breakdowns are for 2008 model. Just in Case you missed it I'll post again. JD Power Model Age Profile (all 2008 models except the Lexus LS which is 2007): Cadillac CTS: Ages 16-35 - 12% Ages 36-55 - 34% Ages 56+ ... Read More

• Re: Can we get back to Cadillac [habitat1]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on Jan 7, 2008 7:58:38 AM

  Even BMW, with their excellent 535i, has not announced plans to abandon the 550i. I also agree with pretty much everything you say but do no wait for BMW to announce dropping the V8 in the near term. They will continue to pay gaz guzzler taxes until the tax is so high actual buyers refuse to pay it. BMW will just pay the penalties as long as consumers support them. When ... Read More

• Re: Road & Track comparison [lykourinou]

  Written by: mrsyj on Dec 27, 2007 5:44:18 AM

  "I agree GM could do better in their Cadillac interiors......the XLR in particular the interior is dissapointing. " The XLR needs to be updated as does the STS to some degree. I like the CTS, DTS, Escalade and SRX interiors. They are very competitive with anything from MB or Lexus. The 2007 refresh of the SRX interior took it from worst in class to one of the best.

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [gap2006]

  Written by: lykourinou on Dec 24, 2007 10:26:31 PM

  I have only heard of this problem with the Escalade and not from other luxury lines...I realize that no car/suv is perfect but for 60k and up GM needs to come through for it's buyers. I wanted an 08 Escalade, but the more I research the more afraid I am to get one.

Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [dga57]

  Written by: gregg_vw on Dec 11, 2007 1:22:35 PM

  Still and all, the Mark LT is dead. No 08. No plans for a replacement. It may have a "presence" due to the added chrome, but this was a blatant example of badge engineering. No body panel variations at all. It was at best a trim level of the F150 (not a bad thing as that is a good looking truck). So actually, a loaded F150 is an even better value...and ... Read More

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [dga57]

  Written by: tonman on Dec 11, 2007 12:46:17 PM

  Yes it is useless on the H2 SUT .Check it out on the EXT or Avalanche. Try it out and then voice your opinion. I would be interested to hear it. Frank

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [KarenS]

  Written by: dga57 on Dec 7, 2007 10:31:24 PM

  Having read Michael Jordan's review of the Mark LT and the Escalade EXT, my guess is that he'd never been behind the wheel of a truck before reviewing these two. Talk about comparing apples and oranges... these trucks are $12210 apart in base price; of course the Caddy's going to win out. That's not exactly rocket science. At age 50, my '07 Mark LT is my eighth pickup. My previous trucks ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Real World MPG

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: MPG - Real World Numbers [annguyen251]

  Written by: 2007denali on Nov 30, 2007 9:37:12 AM

  I own the 2007 GMC Sierra Denali which has the same engine (6.2L 403hp), but is lighter than all of the Escalades. I normally drive like a Grandpa, but I do get on the accelerator hard off the line at least a couple of times a day. All of my driving is in town and I get about 10.6 mpg on premium. I've tried regular and the truck runs poorly, so ... Read More

Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [KarenS]

  Written by: tonman on Nov 28, 2007 3:43:04 PM

  Hi What are these trucks missing? A Truck in such a prestiges class, price range, and quality should have a POWERED HARD TONNEAU COVER. The luxury should not stop at the tonneau cover. Everything else is powered. Such a feature should be an option, or better a standard. Such a system available for the EXT. Auto-Covers show a system on their website that has everything the current tonneau on the EXT ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• flash to pass

  Written by: l71934m2 on Aug 30, 2007 9:23:04 AM

  I have an early 2007 escalade and had to recently get new key fobs. When they were re-programmed the flash to pass would not work during the day when the headlight switch was set to off or auto. Cadillac says that the new ones are like this and that is the way it should have been. I know of no other cars that operate like this

Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

  Written by: jerseypr5 on Jul 18, 2007 8:32:57 PM

  According to the Cadillac website, a three piece lockable (and removable) tonneau cover is standard equipment. I am not totally sure how the mid gate works, but I would think that one could stow the mid gate and then also lock the tonneau cover along with the rest of the truck. Thoughts?

• Re: Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT [KarenS]

  Written by: jeyhoe on Jul 18, 2007 12:24:05 PM

  Well, my first comment is that the reviewer, one Michael Jordan, should get better informed before he says this: "Loving trucks is as American as the Marlboro Man. But just as that rough and rugged pitchman has ridden off into the sunset (probably coughing), ..." The truth is that the poor Marlboro man died long ago ... of lung cancer. That's about as big a surprise as the fact that another ... Read More

• Article Comments - 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

  Written by: KarenS on Jul 18, 2007 10:18:17 AM

  Check out our Escalade vs. Mark LT new comparison and post your comments here. Comparison Test: 2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT

Cadillac Escalade

• Re: 2008 Escalade [jbratx]

  Written by: jamesfletcher2 on Jul 9, 2007 8:29:30 PM

  Dealers have just started to get the 2008s but my dealer told me they are "keeping them in the back since they still have a lot of 2007s to sell". I talked to a Cadillac rep and was told that the first build date for the 2008s was 6/26/07 for the Arlington Texas plant. The 2008s are coming out somewhat early since the 2007 model year was longer then normal. However, ... Read More

Escalade Owners: Meet the Members

• Re: 07 esv extream wind noise [pbarbaruolo]

  Written by: awf_axis on May 18, 2007 7:01:57 AM

  Not sure if this link will work for you, but in the Caddy Owners forum, this item showed up. http://www.cadillacforums.com/forums/cadillac-escalade-ext-esv-forum/105076-2007- -escalade-wind-noise-total-fix.html?highlight=wind+noise Dave

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: Something that stands out?.LOL!. [lemko]

  Written by: mediapusher on Apr 16, 2007 12:58:06 PM

  I'm talking about the masses, not just one person or a few _______________________ reference text:::::: lemko Apr 16, 2007 (12:48 pm) Replying to: mediapusher (Apr 16, 2007 11:31 am) ...uh, I can afford a Lexus, BMW, or Mercedes. Cadillac is on my radar bigger than a meteor the size of Texas. I'm not interested in an Escalade or any other SUV regardless of the manufacturer.

• Re: GM Quality? What Quality?. [mediapusher]

  Written by: gagrice on Apr 14, 2007 6:20:40 AM

  Seats with support are not uncomfortable to us that dont have butts as wide as a double door entry to a house. I think you have it just backward. The hard cardboard seats they are pushing off as sporty are built for our average citizen that has a fat cushy posterior. A fat rear end has its own built-in padding. Cadillac built its reputation on plush cars with plush seats. I ... Read More

• Re: History gives us a clue [gagrice]

  Written by: rockylee on Apr 8, 2007 2:00:42 AM

  Rocky, My wife does not like the angular lines on the Cadillacs. I guess it appeals to a younger crowd. I drove the 2007 Escalade which was very nice. Except the seats are so much harder than the 2006 and older models. The one I drove was near $70k and the 2006 with 21k miles was $40k. Too big of a hit for me to accept. That is what I am ... Read More

• Re: History gives us a clue [kratas101]

  Written by: gagrice on Apr 7, 2007 4:14:52 PM

  That is the factory standard warranty. I would assume the Certified 6 & 100k is some extended warranty. The salesman was very proud of the fact that it was B to B with no deductible. I am sure that was from original date of sale. Rocky, My wife does not like the angular lines on the Cadillacs. I guess it appeals to a younger crowd. I drove the 2007 Escalade which ... Read More

• Re: If GM built in China you wouldn't buy?? [rockylee]

  Written by: mediapusher on Apr 6, 2007 8:18:47 PM

  I didn't say that, you said that...and if that's the case why do you buy the following vehicles listed below. Many of them are either made in Canada or Mexico, not the U.S.A.: The following vehicles are Made in Canada: Buick Lacrosse, Acura MDX Chevrolet Impala, Honda Civic* Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Honda Pilot* Chevrolet Silverado*, Honda Ridgeline Chrysler 300, Lexus RX350* Chrysler Minivans* , Toyota Matrix Dodge Charger, Toyota Corolla* Ford ... Read More

• Re: Well, IMO [62vetteefp]

  Written by: gagrice on Apr 1, 2007 6:12:13 PM

  Let me ask you a question. Is Cadillac getting a lot of complaints about the harder seats in the 2007 Escalade? Both the SRX and Escalade seemed a lot harder than the previous model Escalade. Will they offer a more conventional seating option?

• Are the 2007 models as good as the 2006?

  Written by: gagrice on Mar 26, 2007 7:31:25 PM

  I just went in to my local Cadillac dealer. Real nice salesman. Went through all the finer points of the SRX and Escalade. I am in agreement with several owners of the new Escalade. The seats are TOO hard. The 2007 Escalade has some great features and drives like a dream car. The SRX has the neatest moonroof. Opens up way back. The SRX felt a bit cramped to me. Not ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [jaycough]

  Written by: jaycough on Aug 30, 2006 12:41:55 PM

  here is website to check software updates http://tis2web.service.gm.com/tis2web Also, sorry about my misspells didn't notice until read back

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [jaycough]

  Written by: gap2006 on Aug 30, 2006 12:19:06 PM

  My 2007 Escalade doesn't have the vibration problems with 22" wheels but it does have the hesitation. Not that it helps much, but my Mercedes had the same issue and so do a lot of other luxury vehicles including Infinity and Lexus. Step on the gas and go nowhere while a big truck is coming to wipe you out. I think it's the technology that is the problem, not Cadillac specifically. ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [cody10]

  Written by: jaycough on Aug 30, 2006 11:03:34 AM

  OMG :0)...... I thought I was the only ones with vibration at highway sppeds, mirror vibration and hesitation!!!! 2 trucks, same thing Mirrors, been in 3 times, replaced mirror and then tightened it up per bullentin. mirror is worst. I can fix with a peice of cardboard. They claim caused by wind reversion. My question, why not passenger side? Phataom Wipe, got that Vibrations: Been in 3x times, a little better ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Feb Lease Rates-Incentives [shfawaz]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 25, 2007 7:36:41 PM

  Hi shfawaz. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade 2WD with 15,000 miles per year are 6.15% and 56%, respectively. As you can see, GMAC publishes lease rates instead of money factors for the vehicles that it leases. You can convert its published lease rates into approximate money factor equivalents by dividing them by 2400. I believe that GMAC's current ... Read More

• Re: 2007 ESCALADE PEP PRICING [johnnygunzz]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 25, 2007 6:38:22 PM

  Hi John. The lease rate that you were quoted is correct. GMAC's current base lease rate for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade is indeed 6.15%. You will need both your truck's full MSRP and selling price to calculate its lease payment. The following article describes just how both are used to calculate your monthly payment: Calculate Your Own Lease Payment. It is difficult to say whether you will be able to negotiate ... Read More

• Re: Feb lease rates [cittner]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 25, 2007 6:20:58 PM

  Hey Charlie. Let's work up a sample lease payment on this truck and see what we come up with. According to my calculations, if you were to lease a 2007 Cadillac Escalade with an MSRP of $66,700 and a selling price of $64,100 through GMAC right now for 39 months with 10,000 miles per year, your zero down, pre-tax monthly payment should be around $900. Again, this is before tax so ... Read More

• Feb Lease Rates-Incentives

  Written by: shfawaz on Feb 23, 2007 9:27:27 AM

  Hi Car Man. I'm interested in a low mileage (10,000 mile) 2-year lease for a 2007 2WD Cadillac Escalade. What is the resdiual rate, money factor, and the GMAC bank fee for this month? GM says $1500 cash incentive, what does this translate for a lease? Is there any other incentives relating the Presidents Day sale?

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade hesitation [escy07]

  Written by: djwatson on Aug 24, 2006 3:50:29 AM

  I am on your team. If you find a contact let me no and I will also contact. Please post what you find out. I was told be a service underwriter sometimes this is called a "drive wire" issue. A hesitation. There is no throttle cable and the computer controls everything. To me it is like the vehicle "chokes" when you give it the gas and then finally responds.

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Need advice with purchase price and incentives

  Written by: aureachase on Feb 13, 2007 4:24:15 PM

  I am looking to purchase a 2007 Escalade ESV with a MSRP of just over $67,000. The dealer quoted me a purchase price of $63,541 with an interest rate of 6.99% for 60 months. 1. Is this a good purchase price for this vehicle? 2. Does anyone know of any incentives for this vehicle coming out in the near future? I see so many for GM vehicles throughout the year....do they ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Feb lease rates [monkeyshift]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 1, 2007 2:41:55 AM

  I sure can, monkeyshift. Here you go. According to the latest information that I have seen, GMAC's February base lease rate and residual value for a 27 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade with 10,000 miles per year are 6.15% and 68%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are 6.15% and 60%. When negotiating the capitalized cost for your lease, make sure to take advantage of ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• 2007 Cadillac Escalade hesitation

  Written by: djwatson on Aug 18, 2006 4:08:50 PM

  I have the same issue with my 2007 Escalade. I have talked to the dealer and do not seem to be to concerned about it. I do have a problem paying $60,000 for a suv with this type of a problem

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: Cadillac...and others [merc1]

  Written by: nvbanker on Jan 9, 2007 8:32:50 PM

  I have uncles that still won't buy anything but a Cadillac, but lucky for them Cadillac really does make something worth buying in 2007. It has to be a "hog". Really, Merc. The STS-V without bluetooth - the STS without an engine...the Escalade without folding rear seats, the CTS without - pretty much everything, the DTS without a driveshaft, the SRX without a theme or the XLR, well, that one isn't ... Read More

• Re: Cadillac Automotive News analysis. [sls002]

  Written by: 62vetteefp on Jan 3, 2007 11:29:51 AM

  I think that a CTS wagon would take sales away from the SRX, especially if the CTS has AWD. However, a CTS wagon could be the new SRX. i think the SRX will be short lived. For 2007 they have redone the interior but not the exterior which will give it legs for a few more years. I read somewhere that Cadillac will get a CUV based on Theta. This will, ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: Lease Questions [escallade]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 2, 2007 3:44:40 AM

  Greetings escallade. Through January 2nd, GMAC's base lease rate for the 2007 Cadillac Escalade is 6.15%. GM is providing $2,145 bonus cash on it that will help you to negotiate an attractive capitalized cost for your lease. You may be able to get an idea of how much you will have to pay for this truck right now by checking out the prices that other community members have paid for theirs ... Read More

• Re: current lease prices [jim53]

  Written by: Car_man on Jan 2, 2007 3:41:47 AM

  Hi jim53. Through January 2nd, GMAC's base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade with 15,000 miles per year are 6.15% and 55%, respectively. When negotiating your capitalized cost for this truck make sure to take the $2,145 bonus cash that is available on it into account. Car_man Host Prices Paid Forum

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: . [tlong]

  Written by: chevy598 on Dec 31, 2006 10:30:02 PM

  I am a Caddy fan, and I agree with your assessment 95%. Yes, German cars offer advanced technology and refined ride, but are less reliable. The "bells & whistles" make German cars desirable even if reliability is below par. Lets not forget the Germans have lost some of their customer base to Lexus. In 1989 Mercedes & BMW pretty much owned the Luxury segment, and now their fighting for second place. ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade [douflag]

  Written by: ggesq on Dec 22, 2006 4:33:15 AM

  Yes, I did. Look at post 40 & 42.

• 2007 Cadillac Escalade

  Written by: douflag on Dec 21, 2006 12:42:07 PM

  Has anyone successfully used the GMID discount on the 2007 Escalade? What are the current quotes that people have been getting for the 2007 model?

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: . [chevy598]

  Written by: rockylee on Dec 19, 2006 10:23:09 PM

  chevy598, You do make a great argument. I agree the build materials of a Cadillac, isn't quite as good as say a typical Mercedes. I will also say I've seen some MB's with some shoddy material quality issues myself. I believe it was in the early 2000's when some MB models raised a few eyebrows in material quality execution. Audi, I agree has some of the best interiors but the color ... Read More

• .

  Written by: sls002 on Dec 18, 2006 11:14:44 AM

  I think that the SRX makes more sense than the Escalade. The Escalade is more or less the same as the GMC Denali. The SRX is all Cadillac, but perhaps a bit smaller than most would want. There seem to be more 2007 program Escalades than 2006's.

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [mil6753]

  Written by: awf_axis on Nov 14, 2006 1:56:59 PM

  The phantom wipe does have a fix. Caddy has a firmware module update that has been available for months, so the dealer is giving you a line. http://tis2web.service.gm.com/tis2web shows: BCM (Body Control Module), Wiper Control - Part # 15924898 CVN # 0000E48F (New software for improved operation including a fix for phantom wipe when rain sensing is enabled). There have been 2 more upgrades since then as well. Current part # ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade PROBLEMS...hesitation [jaycough]

  Written by: mil6753 on Nov 14, 2006 11:53:10 AM

  Dealer claims phantom wipe is 'by design'. Says Cadillac intended it to do a single wipe up on starting up so that you know the wipers are on. uh huh. Hesitation - having issue when I press on gas when cornering or doing between 35-40 - around town speeds - and you press on the gas and the engine actually lowers RPMs and sounds like it's bogging down, until you finally ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Where are APR's and residuals at now? [mil6753]

  Written by: Car_man on Oct 11, 2006 2:25:32 AM

  Hi mil6753. This truck's lease program varies depending upon how long you lease it for and what mileage allowance you get. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease with 12,000 miles per year. Let me know if you want something different. GMAC's current base lease rate and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2007 Cadillac Escalade with 12,000 miles per year ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: Prices Paid & Buying Experience [KarenS]

  Written by: silvertige on Oct 4, 2006 5:51:59 PM

  I just purchased a quicksilver 2007 Escalade with Info pkg, comfort pkg, 22" wheels, sunroof, for 59,000. List was 62,255. The buying experience was excellent. I purcased from Coast Cadillac in Long Beach.

Cadillac Escalade

• Re: 2007 Escalade Update - Evaluation [awf_axis]

  Written by: toronado455 on Sep 13, 2006 4:12:59 PM

  all LED marker/tail lights I was behind an '07 at a traffic light and noticed that the trademark Cadillac high-center stoplight that runs the width of the top of the rear end was only 30% functional. Only the middle 30% of the light actually had functioning LEDs in it. The rest of the light didn't light up. Was this particular Escalade defective or is this how it is designed?

Cadillac Escalade Real World MPG

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: MPG - Real World Numbers [tidester]

  Written by: jaycough on Aug 30, 2006 10:41:23 AM

  2007 escalade-11.6 2007 ESV 11.2 sucks

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade hesitation [djwatson]

  Written by: cody10 on Aug 28, 2006 6:04:01 PM

  I just took mine to the dealer last week. I got the phantom wipe fixed on the auto wipers. They updated the Engine computer with newer code. Did not help..in fact.. I think it is a little worse. With the A/C on, half throttle of the line will cause very noticable hesitation. I am trying to be patient since this is a new engine/tranny combo, but doesn't GM road test these ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2005 Cadillac Escalade - Dealership Left Over [jbratx]

  Written by: kedkennels on Aug 27, 2006 8:27:22 AM

  I recently saw a sale in the newspaper for 2006 leftovers for that same price.You may want to check that out. I foresee them offering the old models at a more discounted price seen they revamped the 2007 model.

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2007 Cadillac Escalade hesitation [djwatson]

  Written by: escy07 on Aug 23, 2006 9:27:46 PM

  I have a huge issue with this hesitation. Yesterday I slammed on the breaks to avoid a car cutting in front of me then put the gas on full. and had no response for a good second when i needed it immediatly. Has anyone heard of any fixes for this?? i am bringing my 07 escy in for the 4th time tommorrow. I'm hiring a lemon law attny if they have ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Escalade Lease Price [mil6753]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 11, 2006 5:09:52 AM

  Hi mil6753. Here's the info that you're looking for. If you were to lease a 2007 Cadillac Escalade through GMAC right now for 36 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 6.95% and 55%, respectively. As you can see, GMAC uses lease rates instead of money factors to calculate vehicles' lease payments. You can convert its published lease rates into approximate money factor ... Read More

• Re: Escalade Lease [mil6753]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 9, 2006 5:02:56 AM

  Here you go, mil6753. If you were to lease a 2007 Cadillac Escalade through GMAC right now for 36 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 6.95% and 55%, respectively. As you can see, GMAC uses lease rates instead of money factors to calculate the interest portion of lease payments. You can convert its lease rates into approximate money factor equivalents by dividing ... Read More

• Re: Escalade Lease [nycinnc]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 9, 2006 2:47:38 AM

  Thanks for the additional info, nycinnc. OK, according to my calculations, if you were to lease a 2007 Cadillac Escalade with an MSRP of $63,395 and a selling price of $56,260 through GMAC right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its zero down, pre-tax monthly payment should be around $910. The payment for an otherwise identical 36 month lease would be around $859. Car_man Host Smart Shopper / ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Who has the best price on the 2007 Cadillac Escalade in the southeast?

  Written by: bobryan on May 22, 2006 10:05:55 AM

  I live in Orlando, Florida. I can't seem to get any good deals in on new cars in central Florida. The last three new model cars I purchase came from North Carolina and South Carolina. Please advise of any Cadillac dealers in the Southeast who sell large volumes at a small profit.

Cadillac Escalade

• Re: Who has the best price on the 2007 Cadillac Escalade in the southeast? [bobryan]

  Written by: steve_ on May 21, 2006 9:50:54 PM

  Check out the Cadillac Escalade: Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussion and get some free quotes under New Cars on the Edmunds.com page. There's also a Search Dealer Inventory tool if you drill down to the 2007 Cadillac Escalade Styles page. Steve, Host

• Who has the best price on the 2007 Cadillac Escalade in the southeast?

  Written by: bobryan on May 21, 2006 7:17:08 PM

  I live in Orlando, Florida. I can't seem to get any good deals in on new cars in central Florida. The last three new model cars I purchase came from North Carolina and South Carolina. Please advise of any Cadillac dealers in the Southeast who sell large volumes at a small profit.

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Escalade Lease [nycinnc]

  Written by: Car_man on May 18, 2006 3:43:04 AM

  Hey nycinnc. If you were to lease a 2007 Cadillac Escalade through GMAC right now for 24 months with 15,000 miles per year, its base lease rate and residual value should be 6.95% and 55%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 24 month lease should be 6.95% and 65%. Car_man Host Smart Shopper / Prices Paid Forums

Cadillac Escalade

• Big box Caddy

  Written by: steve_ on May 10, 2006 6:53:28 AM

  "The 2007 Cadillac Escalade is easily the most refined domestic SUV on the market. It's satisfyingly quick, reassuringly agile and surprisingly quiet and luxurious." Full Test: 2007 Cadillac Escalade (Inside Line) Steve, Host

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Feb 27, 2006 12:40:49 PM

  A major national newspaper would like to interview those who bought a 2007 Lincoln Navigator or a Cadillac Escalade and got a sizable discount off the sticker price. Please respond to jfallon@edmunds.com before Wednesday, March 1, 2006 with your daytime contact info and a few words about the model you chose.

• Re: 2007 Escalade Update - Evaluation [gap2006]

  Written by: awf_axis on May 5, 2006 11:20:26 AM

  Greg, Put them on last night. Comes with instructions, and screws, etc. Took a small socket wrench, phillips, and a drill to add a couple of holes in the plastic. About 40 minutes work all around. I do know the dealer will install these as well, and will actually provide a warranty. Don't know the labor cost, but I imagine at least 2 "book" hours. Here's a link on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-CADILLAC-ESCALADE-MOLDED-SPLASH-GUARDS-SET-O- ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Escalade Update - Evaluation [awf_axis]

  Written by: rcf8000 on Apr 25, 2006 4:31:13 PM

  Interesting evaluation. I sat in an Escalade at a dealership but did not drive it. I agree with your observation about lack of side bolstering on the driver's seat. The extra firmness of the seat contributes to the problem of sliding sideways in corners, I'd think. Interestingly, a Cadillac spokesman mentioned the firmer "European" seats. I prefer softer seats. In contrast, Ford says that the '07 Expedition seats will be softer ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Cadillac Escalade Lease(2007) [egolf]

  Written by: jerrymcshane1 on Apr 17, 2006 9:04:29 PM

  Man, $66,000 for a vehicle that gets 19 (AT BEST) MPG on the highway? The tires are so big and top heavy looking that I wouldn't want to be caught dead in this vehicle if evasive driving is called for. For if I wasn't dead yet I soon would be.

• Cadillac Escalade Lease(2007)

  Written by: egolf on Apr 16, 2006 8:33:54 AM

  I went to the GM/Cad/Chrysler dealership in Kellogg,Idaho...Dave Smith Motors..They will sell a 2007 Escalade or Yukon Denalie (regular lenght, XL or ESV) for a couple of hundred under cost...and the rates on wells fargo leases are pretty low..they are the largest chry. dealership in the usa(they say) but they are willing to move as many cars out as they can for invoice or less...i am ordering an ESV 2007 Escalade...hope ... Read More

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: Lease Questions [jbratx]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 3, 2006 2:33:35 AM

  Hello jbratx. Right now probably is not the best time to lease a 2007 Escalade. I've heard that GM's redesigned full-size SUVs have been very well received by the public and dealers are getting good grosses on them right now. The problem is that I don't think that the Escalade's prices are going to come down much nor do I think that its lease program will get significantly better in the ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2007 Escalade AWD / Purchase

  Written by: awf_axis on Mar 27, 2006 10:01:46 PM

  As a newbie, I was requested to post here about the 07 I bought March 1. Sticker was $66,110.00. Has everything possible, except the $995 Diamond White. Raven Black, 22's, Climate Pkg, Info Pkg, Elec Seat Release, Rear entertainment, 2nd row buckets. $60,363 before tax & license. Made this deal while vehicle was still in transit from Texas. I'm sure it's hard to believe, but you can go to Sierra Motors ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade Lease Questions

• Re: Cadillac Escalade: Lease Questions [Car_man]

  Written by: jbratx on Mar 16, 2006 3:49:05 PM

  Hello Car_man, I'm interested in the new 2007 Escalade AWD. Is it a good time to lease one now or should I wait? Also what kind of deal do you think I could get on the car since it's so new? Can I get the dealership to lease it at close to invoice price? - Thanks

Cadillac Escalade

• ok, I'll write 'em :-)

  Written by: steve_ on Feb 2, 2006 9:03:15 PM

  "The Escalade hybrid will gain 25 percent in fuel economy, which should put its fuel consumption at highway speeds close to 30 mpg." Coming Soon: 30-MPG Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Set to Debut in Fall 2007 (Inside Line) Steve, Host

• Chrome Couture

  Written by: steve_ on Jan 20, 2006 1:41:35 PM

  "Mmm, shiny! Chrome will be the theme for Super Bowl ads introducing the 2007 Cadillac Escalade." 60 Seconds to Glory. The price is frozen too. (Inside Line) Steve, Host

2007 Caddy Escalade

• LOL.....

  Written by: navigator89 on Jan 18, 2006 10:31:10 PM

  I thought this forum would be more active considering how the Escalade is such a popular model. Anyway's here's pricing. http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/01/18/cadillac-announces-2007-escalade-pricing/-

Cadillac Escalade

• Re: Escalade and ESV available? [esvcaddy4me]

  Written by: steve_ on Jan 13, 2006 4:15:14 PM

  You may find some more info in the 2006 Caddy Escalade discussion. One post says mid-January, so any day now? There's also a 2007 Chevrolet Suburban/GMC Yukon XL/Cadillac Escalade ESV discussion fyi. Steve, Host

• Driving impressions: Escalade EXT v. Avalanche

  Written by: biggs2 on Jan 8, 2006 9:47:57 AM

  Hello, I am hoping the folks on this board can help me out. We are in the market for a full-size 4x4 crew cab and think the ava or caddy ext will meet our needs nicely. If this is not the best board for this questions, please advise. I have driven an avalanche 4x4 (non z71) and an escalade ext. The difference is feel and 'tightness' was night and day. I ... Read More

2007 Caddy Escalade

• Re: I wish I liked it more, but something is missing [callmedrfill]

  Written by: mar666kus on Nov 18, 2005 12:49:53 AM

  I am an owner of a 2004 "Out of the Blue" blue Escalade EXT. I always receive so many comments from other young men and women on the styling and the color. I am afraid to say that I am disappointed too in the new 2007 exterior styling. It looks like a gussied up Mercury Mountaineer, definitely NOT "a good thing"! I am hopeful Cadillac reads this and modifies the new ... Read More

Cadillac Escalade

• Friday debut

  Written by: steve_ on Nov 9, 2005 10:43:23 AM

  Another blurb: Track Testing the 2007 Cadillac Escalade Steve, Host

• 2007 'slade unwrapped

  Written by: steve_ on Oct 17, 2005 6:51:30 PM

  "If one thing stands out in GM's full-size 2007 SUVs, it's their interiors. Even the preproduction vehicles shown had tight panel fit and impressively rich materials. Cadillac's design is much different from the other brands, but there's nothing truckish about any of them." GM's new full-size SUVs (Inside Line) Lots of talk about it over in the 2006 Caddy Escalade discussion. Steve, Host

• Re: e: R.e My opinion on the rivals.... [jamessahal]

  Written by: mark156 on Aug 30, 2005 8:54:32 AM

  James, the Cadillac ESV doesn't really look funny over here because so many vehicles are long like that ( Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL, Ford Excursion... and not as long... the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator, Toyota Sequoia, etc). Seems like 50% of Americans drive an SUV or some type of truck. The Hummer is nothing like the Cadillac... totally different vehicles, I would have never thought of comparing the two. ... Read More

• Re: R.e My opinion on the rivals.... [jamessahal]

  Written by: mark156 on Aug 29, 2005 5:02:52 PM

  James, I wouldn't say the Escalade is "so outdated" compared to it's rivals. The Escalade is a truck, built on a truck chassis. It has a wonderful towing capacity compared to the German, Swedish, Japanese rivals. What is so bad about the interior?? To me, most GM dash boards are "too" plasticy, which makes it look cheap. The leather is nice, the feel of the door opening and closing and the ... Read More