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Get Rid of the Bimmer
Former M5 Owner, 01/28/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
As a previous Porsche Boxster and BMW M5 owner I was skeptical about an American-made CADILLAC for myself (40-year old former European-make snob) to satisfy my craving for a family sedan and performance vehicle that didn't break my kid's college fund. It blew me away on the test drive. Its 400hp matched my M5 and shifting was a breeze. Its handling is excellent. I would recommend this car to any M5 owner who is looking for an alternative.
Racing Family
mamma24, 06/29/2010
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Love our cts-v, 6 speed, 5.7, 4 door! Fun to drive, looks HOT and holds 3 kids in the backseat! Can't complain about the mpg, getting 22 when we drive easy! Always run 91 in it too! Wouldn't trade it, after 2 years, even with my 'cons' below! Tinted the windows in solar guard 5%. Exhaust is not loud enough for me. Putting flowmasters on soon. Always turns heads everywhere we go as it is!
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logun, 05/17/2012
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
bought my V with 49k on it in 2011. Performance is outstanding. It is F-A-S-T, saying that I don't abuse the car, but I have pushed the gas a few times. It corners well. The rear differential is crap. I cant say that enough. Huge fail point for GM. 2ndly the gear shift is crap as well. Designed after the BMW type shifter. It's vague & has a looong throw to it. Nothing like muscle car coupes of GM & Ford. Overall I do enjoy the car, it's definitely fun to drive & easy to pass folks. My suspension is nice & stiff, it will jar your kidneys on bumps. LOTS of power, sucks the gas if you lay into it. Decent mileage, City is aroud 16 mpg & hwy it's been up to 27mpg at 70 mph. 21mpg @ 85-90mph
Perfect Mix Between Business & Pleasure
Fast Businessman, 09/26/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought the CTS-V to replace my adolescent-looking '04 Mustang GT. The CTS-V provided me with the professional look my company demands, without sacrifacing road-bending HORSEPOWER! It runs circles around all those tiny foreign roadsters that the overweight VPs in my company squeeze into!
Sweet Driving Machine
runn'n hard, 06/25/2008
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have always had sports cars; usually European. This car is superior in all respects to the other cars I have owned. The car has outstanding overall performance in an austere yet functional ad attractive cockpit. To those who think the drink holders should be larger:buy a different car. I had the computer "custom blueprinted" and removed the 1-4th gear interlock in the computer program. The car runs well with Michelin Pilot Sport tires
A Corvette for those of us with kids
Tim, 08/11/2010
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
First, I own a 2005 CTS-V, essentially this means my 400HP comes from a 5.7 L Aluminum block instead of a 6.0 L one..that difference notwithstanding, the vehicles are nearly identical. First, this is an amazing vehicle, and can be had at a reasonable price. I purchased mine and it still has a full MasterGuard GMPP Warranty. For those of you who are looking at CTS-V's, I would recommend post 2005, as the 05's have rear differential issues that were addressed with an updated P/N in 06 (mine has been replaced). I get many positive comments on my black V, and she begs to be driven rough. The 6 speed is phenomenal, if a little bulky in traffic. Very smooth, very dignified, and fits the family
Buy German!
rocdoc, 10/10/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful
Had a Bmw M3 before this and have had multiple "hot rods." The build quality of the CTS-V is pathetic, as is the handling, even with the "handling package." I've had it in the shop a ton. I even got so tired of dealing with it that I'd wait until I had a few warranty items "saved up" so as to avoid more frequent visits. The depreciation is also horrible compared to a comparable foreign model- do not buy!
A true 4 Door Vette
Renesis 83, 05/19/2009
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned several muscle cars over the years and this one truly lives up to the standard, the handeling is great and the torque is available at any speed. Its a sleeper and the car is very under rated and there are few of these produced. All I can say is that 0-60 under 5 seconds and qtr miles in 13 seconds flat from a 3800lbs car is great. Also this one handles great and the steering reponse is excellent. Get rid of the runflat tires and you ll get your self and excellent highway cruiser. why over pay for an M5 when you can get this. I am very satisfied with the car and plan to keep it for years to come. Good work GM performance division. Also looking on 2010 camaro SS and 08 Gt500
2005 CTS-V, Top Notch
Bill S, 11/05/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My experience with BMWs is not good. Lots of trouble, lots of cost. I've had this Cadillac CTS-V for 22 months and have put 30,000 miles on it. I have never replaced the tires or had a warranty item. I do use snow tires from November to March and I rotate them at 5,000 mile intervals . My 350Z has been a disaster with tires and radios (3 sets of tires and 3 radios). My car still has no loose anything after 30,000 miles, but it takes some skill to drive this car. It's not for every one.
CTS - Very Good
Larry L. Blagman, 07/23/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have had my CTS-V for 13 months. It has been the most reliable and pleasurable car that I have ever had. I would think that with all the features that this car has that something would have had a minor problem. I haved had nothing go wrong. It had had the oil changed every 3,000 miles and that Is it. The performance is first rate and the handling is excellent. I get praise about this car wherever I go. It is an attention getter. My average mile per gallon is 15 mpg. I think that this is good considering the car's performance. I will definately buy another CTS-V when the new model comes out.
Awesome Fun
Gary Mossner, 02/08/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I like my Cadillac CTS-V as much as my Corvette. The looks of astonishment that I get from Mustangs and BMW's are hilarious. They can't believe it is a Cadillac. Which it is, my first and certainly not my last. It handles like it's on rails. I had the G meter pegged out at .95 and it was effortless and held the corner tightly with hardly any tail movement.
Wow
cliff, 03/27/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is the most enjoyable car to drive and what a bargain for what you receive. I have on occasion pushed the car to the limit and it will blow you away as well as most other cars on the road. it suprises everyone. Take a bow Cadillac for this one.
Fun at Last
YoungVP, 02/27/2007
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Finally an American rear drive that has plenty of horsepower. I have been waiting for something that gave me what my old BMW 540 had. This is much more reliable and cheaper to own. Plus, it's got all the American muscle that I have missed for many years! It is a great car. I will be buying the '08 model with 500 HP when it comes out.
CTS=V Z06
ElSanchez, 08/13/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
For the heart of a Corvette, this thing still gets great mileage and is extremely civil. But when I open it up, it's a whole different beast.
2005 Cadillac CTS-V
Rmildenberger, 07/15/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I was intrigued by the Cadillac performance vehicle. I am not the least bit sorry that I bought it. My wife drives a Corvette, and I prefer the Cadillac. I haven't had any trouble with the vehicle and has been in the shop only for routine service. If there was a complaint, it would have to be the Goodyear tires that came on the vehicle. The tires were wonderful, but the replacement cost was very high. I replaced the tires at 11,000 miles. Would buy another CTS-V.
LEMON
Naples, 09/13/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
95 DAYS IN A RENTAL SINCE I LEASED THIS CAR NEW. YOU DECIDE IF IT'S WORTH IT
Not Good
Jim Hastings, 05/09/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 7 people found this review helpful
During my first month of ownership the radio had to be replaced. The keyless entry quit working after 6 months. Also, a "thud" noise when applying the brakes had to be fixed - I am still not sure what that was. The design is too low to the ground, maybe reason that the "plastic" front strip became lose and I ran it over it. The engine has power but it is not equally distrubuted the over wheel base thus the reason for the "black" soot on my chrome wheels. It makes the car look like it hasn't been cleaned in months. I thought the car looked really good but it is definitely not worth the money for all the little quirks that need to be worked out. This is the last GM that I'll buy.
CTSV
CTSVLS6, 10/05/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is the best all around car I have ever owned.
The V
v-guy, 01/21/2006
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Cadillac CTS-V is the cat's meow! I purchased it as more of a trophy to take out on nice days and when I needed some adreneline and man does this machine have it! I love everything about it, and best of all it's American! Anyone looking for a well built, unbelievably quick machine should consider the V!
Competition be ware!
wasbmw, 10/08/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Cadillac can be proud!!! If BMW, Lexus, Jag. drivers want to test out their expectations for their next lux. performance sedan, they better put this at the top of their list. Horsepower, styling, interior, make this a must drive. Perhaps old biases against will melt away! The party's over... for european entries that have long dominated.
GO BABY GO
charlie619, 10/21/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I am a 55year old pastor And I love this car.The handling is wonderful. She handle like a dream. Iam a big guy 6ft 250lbs, and when i get into this car it is like getting into a cockpit of a fighter plane. And with the power I find myself breaking the law speeding.And she look'like a smile. All i can say is thanks for the smile on my face
6 months review
stewarth, 06/23/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Having just clocked 12,000 miles in 6 months in the V, I have to say that I am thrilled to be the owner of this Z06 in sheeps clothing. What more could you ask for, neck snapping power, comfort, handling and great looks. I don't baby this thing. In April I put over 60 laps of hard driving at Road Atlanta going almost 130 on the back stretch in fourth. I even did a 180 in the first turn. Even in competitve driving mode the stability control activated and worked to perfection in getting the car under control. My friends were impressed by my driving skills. (If they only knew). The car never disappoints. 3,300 miles on the Power Tour and not one problem. Wore out the tires though.
great car
primeinst, 10/21/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Excelent performance, ride, general quality. Brute force for a Cadillac. The fun to drive factor is there, with just enough luxury features to make you happy. I've got the Corsa performance exhaust for an added sound system. I love this car.
The best proformance car on the road
Bojo, 11/14/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Superior preformance and design. I have driven many sport and luxury cars and this one is the most fun. It is a traffic stopper.
Nice Package
keith , 12/05/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My experience with the CTS V has been awesome. The car has excellent power yet can provide 25 mpg when necessary. This vehicle drives like it's on rails. I wish that the nav system was touch screen like the system is on other Cadillac models. Other than that I do not have any complaints about this car.
Buy The CTS-V
Darren Corsa, 12/06/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Honestly I have put 3500 miles on this car already. It is absolutely unbelievable! I am finally off the overpriced German wagon. This Caddy flies and handles very well. Its fit and finish are above average. I am 31 years old and buying Cadillac, so they are moving in the right direction!
Vroom Vroom
Ike, 01/01/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
All the Caddy dealer needs to do is let you test drive the CTS-V. It is fast and good looking.....did I say fast? Most foreign cars are embarrassed by this car....and I can still buy a nice steak dinner with what I saved. I think I need to go get my driving fix now...I cannot get enough of this car. Hey Porche, eat my dust!
JJ CTS-V
James Juge, 09/28/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is an overall great vehicle, the ride is so comfortable and smooth when using cruise control. The gas mileage is great as long as you don't play and step on the gas throttle. This is a fun car to drive.
Woo Hoo! This is Too Much Fun
Richie T, 07/23/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was ready for something new, fast, and American. This car fit the bill perfectly. The GM Employee pricing plan currently in effect made it an absolute no brainer! Coming from a 2003 Mercedes SL500 (which had constant electrical issues) I was really wondering if I could be happy with this car. I love it. Naturally, this is a car that would only appeal to certain drivers. The suspension is stiff, the handling is fantastic (18 inch wheels with run flat tires, active suspension), the 14 inch Brembo brakes stop the car well, the 6 speed Getrag designed transmission and differential all make this car feel like something other than your Grandma's Cadillac. Overall, I am obviously THRILLED!
Bargain Tons of Fun while saving 35k
haveboost, 10/04/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Simply AWESOME. Quicker than an M5, betterhandling excellent Navigation/XM Radio/DVD Player. This car has it all from factory. I could not find anything that would compete with this package and the most odd thing, it's a Cadillac.
CTS-V
jenzkam, 10/09/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The ride in this car is unbelievable. The power the car has nothing compares with this class.
Best car I ever owned - Goodbye M hello V
Peter Rohn, 02/05/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 2005 Cadillac CTS-V is very powerful and has incredible handling! It gets over 26 mpg on the highway at 65 mph on cruise control. At the same time this is a family car. It seats five, and has lots of leg room in back seat. The back seat also goes down so that I can fit skis, snow boards, and hockey sticks. I have three big boys and definitely need this extra space. I looked at BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz E55, Mazda, Volvo and read all car magazines. The CTS-V is the one with a soul.
Detroit Iron Flyer
woospoint, 05/30/2010
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My first car was a 69 Camaro, followed by a couple of Firebirds in the 70's, an Old's Aurora in 90's and this CTS-V. This car is a quantum leap in feel and power. My drives seem shorter, because it is such fun to drive I hate to arrive. I like it's stealth Corvette quality. I bought this car used with 40,000 miles on it and it looks like new except for a small fleck of finish missing from one of the Nav system buttons. I get lots of complements from people who know what it is and those who don't. Total thrill to step on it and work through the gears and step down into a set of twisties.
M-Killer
GAGS-V, 06/12/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Way too much fun for a car, who would have thought GM could have come up with such a great car? To be able to carry five adults in a Corvette powered car, along with great handeling and stopping ability, with outstanding exterior looks to top it off. If you are looking for a super car, here you go!
Car Rocks
Mace Carpenter, 06/18/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The car is absolutely outstanding! The power is awesome, the handling is great, the feautures are near perfect, and the support from the dealer is superb. I recommend this car. The CTS- V easily matches or exceeds in performance, features, and quality with similar vehicles from Lexus, Mercedes, Jaguar & BMW. However, the CTS-V is $20,000-30,000 dollars less expensive than what you would have to spend with the other companies. Awesome ride...
A Wolf in Sheeps Clothing
Shelby Ferrington, 02/08/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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
Michael Sr., 11/30/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Traded BMW 540 w/ 6sp for CTS-V. The Cadillac is quicker, sounds and handles better, is more fun to drive, and is still more comfortable. The stereo is much better. The car has no major vices and I would recommend it if you "need" a 4-door Corvette. I waited for alternative to black and silver colors and "red line" is nice.
Driving The V ZO6
ZOOM, 06/12/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Driving the "V" is an adventure I look forward to every day. It's all whats been said and some so smoothly. The "V" looks very good, is very fast, very comfortable, very agile, performs excellent and sounds great. It is an all around great performer. It is a Corvette Z06 with 4 doors!
Love it
john, 01/27/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I owned the original Cadillac CTS, and wanted to get a Cadillac STS. I drove both it and the CTS-V and fell in love with this car. I have never I been in a car that mixes crazy power and upscale style so well. Move over Euro's, Cady is getting serious.
Cadillac C.T.S
lori Reed, 06/17/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
the only things i could say that were a problem, I had it in 4 times for the airbag they kept telling me it was a chip or a part so finally after 4 times it was fixed they decided to get some parts from G.M. back East somewhere I haven't had a problem since that was 2 months ago. also I've noticed with Cadillac's they have alot of wearing in the interior with all makes and model's.
American Exotic
Eric, 02/05/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 2005 Cadillac CTS-V has great power and handling. I love its stereo. It has awesome acceleration as well. I looked at an Audi S4 and a BMW M5, but got much more for the money with the Cadillac. I am 45 years old and never thought I would own a Cadillac.
This Car Is Hot
hawkee, 06/06/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
the letter v in 4.6 seconds
sconces, 06/17/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
amazing, spectular, performance is crazy, comfortable, worth every penny, i recommend it to everyone......
4 door Corvette
Chris, 03/23/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great overall performance. Feels lighter than comparable BMW's.
Awesome Ride
Bob Salmons, 04/07/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
Upgrade the inside!
bear0331, 06/28/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bisides the cheap looking dash, which is so plain looking. This vehichle is an overall great car. The performance is unbelievable
Cadillac with SPEED!!!
Dr. Karl, 06/06/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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...
It' the best
Jim Herron, 07/03/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Finally a four door Corvette. I just love this car from the interior and all the gizmos to the good looking interior. I really haven't been beaten yet not that all I do is drag. This was the right car for me and Cadillac deserves the credit for having the balls to build this beauty
Great Value
Gary, 06/24/2005
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Faster than a BMW 545, more comfortable that an M5, and thousands less than both, this is a great value if you like to drive fast in comfort. Handles very well, sound system is great, and seats are comfortable, yet firm enough to work. This is a very good competitor to BMW 5 series, which I used to own. The interior is spartan. This is a performance car, not a a luxury car, although the creature comforts are excellent. You just don't feel like you're in an expensive luxury car. If driving is your objective, then you have to try this car. I would like a quieter, smoother transmission, that doesn't force you into 4th gear at certain speeds.
best sedan on the market
wings, 07/03/2004
2005 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (5.7L 8cyl 6M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was not in the market when i drove the cts v; afterwards I purchased one--it truley is a drivers car.