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Used 2006 Cadillac XLR Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car, Little Nitpicks

domesticdude, 03/25/2008
2006 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful

Every time i walk into my garage i just stare in awe for a few seconds. With this parked next to my 2007 XKR it is a sight to see. The XLR is one of the best head turning cars period. It just looks incredible, and when you add the retractable hardtop thats reason enough to buy it. I have the regular XLR and it is quick, but one can tell it needs a little more power and desperately needs a better exhaust note. The interior is a little cramped, i'm 6 ft tall, and lacks storage. Personally i like the interior, its nice enough and is very user friendly, though it could be nicer. IT is just a great overall car.

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5 out of 5 stars

New Cadillac XLR 2005

John L Martin, 04/21/2005
2005 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The new 2005 Cadillac XLR competes easily with the Mercedes-Benz SL500 and has in my examination surppassed the it for ease of driver use. Cadillac's XLR technology integration is the best in its class. The edge in overall performance goes to the XLR. The interior luxury is on par with the SL500 with the XLR's looking more modern. Its general styling best in its class. Its comtemporary edge makes heads turn. Everyday driving is where the XLR excels with all features standard except for XM digital radio. In summary, the Cadillac XLR is sitting at the first position in luxury sports roadsters when you consider the price.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Needs more trunk space

Frank, 09/02/2005
2005 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Wow- Car gets the looks, I wish the wood grain would not scrach so easy. Fun to drive with top down. Radio needs better antenna, but sound is great.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

My new 2006 XLR

caddyguy, 12/10/2005
2006 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I just purchased my first new car in my 55 years. I will update this as time passes, but I am pumped about the XLR. It is stunningly beautiful top up or down, and quick and sure on the road. I am hard pressed to understand the marginal reviews of the interior - I find the appointments commensurate for a rig in this price range. The seats adjust to dreamy perfection, the lights and overall vision are excellent. Not being a computer geek type, it is going to take some time to adapt to all the 170 voice commands the car responds to. The hands free phone was a hit with me right off, as is the free OnStar for a year, and XM radio for three months.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Cadillac XLR

SR, 05/20/2005
2005 Cadillac XLR 2dr Roadster (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have previously owned Lexus products including the SC430 and I feel that the Americans, specifically Cadillac have hit the mark on the XLR. It is more powerful, more advanced and certainly more fun to dry than the Lexus. This is remarkable considering that the Lexus is one of the best cars in the world. I feel that the XLR proves that American automakers can, when they want, build a car that is second to none.

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