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A Wolf in Sheeps Clothing
Shelby Ferrington, 02/08/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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My 2005 Cadillac CTS-V is very fun to drive. Its handling is very good. If a person wants a little luxury along with performance this is the car for you, even with a small family.
4 door Corvette
Chris, 03/23/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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Great overall performance. Feels lighter than comparable BMW's.
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Awesome Ride
Bob Salmons, 04/07/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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Terrific car to drive. Not only fun, but the performance is outstanding. It is a head turner. I have had it nine months and it is as much fun to get under the wheel today as it was the day I bought it.
Cadillac with SPEED!!!
Dr. Karl, 06/06/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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Exquisite experience in the driver's seat of this "super-Caddy"... from the astonishing power and handling of a Vette to the comfort and luxury of a Cadillac. User-friendly audio/climate control/NAV enables enjoyment of the ride without distractions...
This Car Is Hot
hawkee, 06/06/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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Just got my new CTS-V! Wow, is this thing fun to drive! Before making this purchase, I test drove a few speedy sedans and coupes cars (GTO, Mustang, G35, and BMW 330i) and I fell in love with the Caddy.
My CTS-V
Jeff Van Hecke, 07/15/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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This car is truly a wolf, but yet classy enough to drive to dinner. I am really enjoying this vehicle for all around performance and all of the immenities you would expect from Cadillac.
Redline revelry
David, 08/05/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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I find the CTS-V a very fun and exciting car to drive. I can't wait to get behind the wheel each morning. It is the highlight of my workday just to take the Caddy to work. The start of the engine is a thrill in itself. I am very pleased with my purchase.
World Class
babylou, 08/07/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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This car is truly world class once the shifter is changed to one made by UUC Motorwerks. It is not so over- "refined", ala Lexus or Mercedes AMG, that it is boring. The only competitor in its size class that is as fun is the BMW M5. Build quality is great. Cadillac reliability stats are impressive. All for a 30% lower price and better reliability than a BMW M5, MB E55 AMG, etc.
Caddy CTS-V
skyking9, 09/17/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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I've had Corvettes, Porsches, Lexus, Jaguars and assorted sports cars, and this is the car I've found to be the most sheer FUN! Its build quality and reliability so far are excellent. My only complaint is that Caddy can build a car like this, and took almost 50 years to do it! They should have done it years ago!
CTSV - Slick American
Zip, 10/03/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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The one issue I have is the torque reversal noise when shifting at low speeds - it's normal but annoying. Such power needs to flex. Other than that, it's great, fast as heck, solid, taunt, has great road feedback, different style, plenty of room inside plus big trunk, an exceptional stereo, fold down back seats. Driving an American car makes me feels good!
V-time
GEORGE, 10/07/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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This car is the most fun I have ever had with a car since my 1969 Trans Am convertible. It is a wolf in sheep's clothing. It handles like a true sports car but still gives enough comfort to keep the wife happy.
Pure Hot Rod
berne1, 12/01/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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The 2005 Cadillac CTS-V is unbelievable! I have more fun driving this than any car I've ever owned. The engine has tons of power, the car looks great with the 18" wheels and slightly flared fenders. This first couple times I drove it, I just laughed, the power is so plentiful. This car is downright fast. I get thumbs up from people who are "in the know" about this car. I got the Red Line color. At first I liked black the best, but I really think this is the best color on the V. I'm happy this car only comes with a 6-speed manual transmission, as several "non car-guy" types have bellyached to me about the "need for an automatic". No way. If you can't shift, get a STS-V or a Mercedes-Benz. This is a modern day muscle car.
Vette in a Sport Suit
L.Sanchez, 07/01/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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I love this car. We'll start there. get excited getting into this car almost each and everytime I love the effortless power, balanced chassis, incredible brakes, and a quiet ride to boot. There were a couple of squeaks out back that I've gotten fixed with a quick aftermarket fix, but other than those, alls been great and I pound on my car daily.
Yeehaw!
Bobby, 08/05/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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This car is a kick in the head! No BMW problems, just pure pushrod V8 fun! The only thing better than a CTS-V would be two CTS-V's! I can't wait for the 2009 CTS-V more and better of a very good thing.
Best car I've owned
Rollaz, 11/17/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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This car is awesome, plenty of power, stopping ability. Sharp looking, I removed the "V" tags to go into sleeper mode. A radar detector is a must. I highly recommed getting one of these cars.
2005 CTS V
Jim, 03/29/2016
updated 04/05/2021
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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I’ve had it for 3 years now. I changed the springs and put harder rear bushings on the V to deter wheel hop.The differential was making noise (a version 1 malady), so I put a Creative Steel Ford 8.8 diff kit in it. I autocrossed it last season in FS (SCCA Solo), and took a 3rd for the season against “Works” Minis and other small cars. Not bad for such a large heavy car. It’s comfy and has “cool factor”. I still love my V!
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Hmmmmn
cheesemonger, 03/11/2009
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car runs fine, no problems of serious nature. Just it seems to be not well thought out. Simple thing, how can a car in this price range not have a central lock gas cover or at least an interior release for the gas cover? The navigation system is better than the BMW iDrive but that is a pretty low bar to beat. If l could take the computer tower out, it would improve my feelings a lot. l am stupid enough not to be able to change the name of previous owner so shut off personalization and now have no memory for seats. Cannot change clock, not a computer guy, a car guy yes, but too much computer issues.
CTS IS TGE BEST
Trish, 03/26/2016
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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Love it the best car ever
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One problem after another
Ian, 08/13/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is fast in a straight line, but that's about it. The differential is a poorly designed component that can't handle the power the motor puts out. I had the car a little over a year, and had to have it replaced once, and serviced for leaking twice. The suspension is OK, but it still drives like a large car. A lot of other things had to be repaired/replaced under warranty. Do not buy this car if the warranty is close to running out!
Excellent car
400HPLS6, 04/15/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
The CTS-V is amazing. This is one American car that can compete with the best the Germans build. The V is a rocket, a luxury rocket. This is not a car to drive if you prefer boring rides. If you love excitement, the V is the answer. If things like shifting for yourself, or 400 hp scares you, then it is not.
Geoff's CTS-V
Engineer Geoff, 06/09/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
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If GM made more cars like this, they wouldn't be in trouble. I have 3500 miles on my 2005 CTS-V, half of it being wide open interstate and half in the doldrums of Los Angeles commuter traffic. This car replaces a highly modified Jaguar XJS-V12, and I am generally delighted with the move. The Cadillac handling is hard to fault, and selective turn off of stability and traction is welcome. I am less pleased with straight line performance, as the vehicle is subject to axle tramp unless care is taken to avoid it. Also, engine management slowly (over seconds) decreases rpm on release of throttle which makes for an odd feel on hard acceleration. DIC is distracting and features ill thought out.
Grandma's new V
Papa Tom, 07/10/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Excellent car in everyway, it's amazing that the economy is there with the performance and comfort. Best buy for the dollar. Grandma really enjoys her new car. The Ecalade was nice but this is better.