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Used 2008 Cadillac XLR-V Consumer Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love It

AL, 10/17/2006
2007 Cadillac XLR-V 2dr Convertible (4.4L 8cyl S/C 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful

I just wanted something different than my BMW convertible that I have driven since 1977. I love this car. It is a thrilling experience to drive. No, it does not handle like my BMW but it is a nice change. I will get snow tires and hope that it will take me safely in the winter months ahead. I call it "My Batmobile" it reminds me of Batman's car. It is a beautiful change for me and my husband. If you are looking for an automobile with fuel economy--this is not the one for you. All and all I just love it.

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5 out of 5 stars

Remains an Outstanding luxury roadster

James Landi, 11/07/2017
updated 11/18/2024
2007 Cadillac XLR-V 2dr Convertible (4.4L 8cyl S/C 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Edmunds asked me to up date my initial review from over a year ago, ostensibly, to determine if I still felt as I did. What follows is my original review, and I can happily report to you that my XLR still engages and satisfies me as it originally "WOWED" me. I've experience no repair challenges, and the mile keep rolling. So what follows is my original review... It's hard for me not to take second, third and fourth looks at my Infra-red 2007 XLR when it's parked. It looks like no other car-- unique from every angle-- a true work of automotive art that was hand built by G.M in their Corvette plant. This is a sports car that will provide you with the finest, most quiet, and most comfortable ride on virtually every road surface. Driven sensibly, it will give you 25 miles to a gallon of gas. For its time, the electronics were top of the line, but alas, it does not have blue tooth or an audio input into the sound system. My wife and I selected to purchase "On _Star and activate the XM. Aside from having a failsafe navigation system in the car with the cd map, the On Star provides you with audio directions through the Boise sound system Additionally, each month you receive a mechanical report on the state of your car's many systems--- so you are confident about the car's operation! The used car values for XLR are relatively steep, but if you find one with low mileage that has had the benefit of a mature driver you'll be very please with the purchase. It's the most fun you'll ever have in a car!

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5 out of 5 stars

Truly Grace

Samuel, 11/28/2006
2006 Cadillac XLR-V 2dr Convertible (4.4L 8cyl S/C 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful

Owning and driving this vehicle has been a dream come true. It has performance, handling, comfort and style. I constantly receive compliments on it. Cadillac has done a fine job with this vehicle. My Son can say, "This is my father's Cadillac.' Smile, and have a blessed day.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

XLR-V

ANBEY, 04/21/2008
2008 Cadillac XLR-V 2dr Convertible (4.4L 8cyl S/C 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful

I tend to drive a car hard. This beauty can take it. The curves and laps disappear while admiring glances stand back and peer. I can't take this car out without some one having something glowing to say about it. It is a real looker. From LA to San Francisco the ride was smooth and easy. I arrived fresh as a daisy and ready to party at the wedding I was attending. Waking up to a flat tire bummed me out, until I realized it could drive 300 miles on the run-flats it came with. So I went to breakfast as planned . Later with the assistance of On-star I casually sought out a tire repair store. Goodyear did the trick, and I was on my way. The joys and goodies are too many to name.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Almost Perfect

STEPHEN HOLM, 11/26/2006
2006 Cadillac XLR-V 2dr Convertible (4.4L 8cyl S/C 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have owned several head turning cars and motor cycles, but this beats them all. From old ladies to young men and kids, people have chased me through parking lots and tried to flag me down on the street, just to get a look and learn more about it. They are usually shocked to find out that it is a Cadillac. Yes, this happens to the point it that it is a problem. Aside from that, it is great fun to drive. The acceleration and handling are so very nice, yet the car is so refined. It is simply a refined "wildcar". It has an amazingly fantastic aftermarket sound (meaning the engine). The great sound system is stock.

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