Used 1998 Cadillac Catera Sedan Consumer Reviews
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I'll be glad when it's gone
Kcsmom98, 12/24/2002
1998 Cadillac Catera 4dr Sedan
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I found a really cute Catera for 15,000 with 24000 miles and thought I was getting a good deal. I was very wrong. Since the date of purchase, about 18 months ago, it's been in the shop numerous times. Once for recalls, then back again because the belts that were replaced were squeaking, the exhaust rattles, the steering wheel squeaks when you turn, it leaves a "mystery puddle" on the garage floor everyday, revs too high when casual driving. Overall I would NOT recommend this car to anyone. It is cute to look at but that is it not worth the headache.
The '98 Cadillace Catera is a great car!
gsemaj, 05/28/2002
1998 Cadillac Catera 4dr Sedan
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The car yields a solid ride with a big car feel. It has a usefully tight radius of turn and always feels under control. It does well with regular fuel, with a feeling of plentiful power. Cruising at highway speeds is deceptive, easily achieving high speeds. The cruise control is accurate, easy to use, and very worthwhile at all speeds
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Great Car!!!!!
Scarab, 02/05/2003
1998 Cadillac Catera 4dr Sedan
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I can't believe what I'm reading in those other reviews. I have driven this car over 50,000 miles and NEVER had a problem. It is fun to drive, fast, handles great, looks great, is comfortable, and a pleasure to own. I think this car is an incredible value. I saw some in Europe not long ago and the people I talked to just loved them. I've also know other peolpe here in the states that have owned them and also loved them. I suppose any manufacturer can make a few lemons, and clearly those are represented below. I've never personally met anyone who did not like this car after owning one. Overall this car is fantastic and a great deal!
The Cost of a Catera.
doujd, 08/24/2008
1998 Cadillac Catera 4dr Sedan
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I love this car, however keeping it on the road has not been the cheapest of ventures. The head controllers, which control the A/C temp cost about $1000 a piece and the car has two of them, my radiator light is always on after much tampering, and the Air Bag light is always on, which could be the result of a $701 part. Last fall, 2007, the car was being driven from Memphis to Atlanta and the transmission gave out. A $3,000 fix, there was a leak in the A/C Tubing and that was around $80- $90, the way things are connected seemed random. I had a fuse blow out and it knocked out my radio, my interior lights, my automatic door locks, and my fog lights. Love to car, just high maintenance.
So, so
lidogirl, 05/06/2002
1998 Cadillac Catera 4dr Sedan
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At 5'3", this is the first vehicle that I bought to fit me and not my 6'2" husband. I find the interior perfectly fitted to my stature. I find it fun to drive; it has nice pick up and it's great on curves. I am disappointed in the mechanics of the car. It has been in the shop for malfunctioning power seats, CD, and the serpentine belt broke at 30,000 miles, breaks replaced twice, rotars once, and three sets of tires. The Cadillac dealer tells me that the Catera is hard on tires. At 72,000 miles, the car intermittently refuses to start. This is a Cadillac; it should not have this type of problem at 72,000 miles, especially when I have had all of the scheduled maintenance!!!