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Used 2009 Cadillac XLR Consumer Reviews

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4.75 out of 5 stars

WOW!

Lance, 02/23/2007
2006 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I love my new car. It is somewhat rare and a real head turner. I moved up to it from an '06 Vette. I have had some issues with the GPS not logging in, but it should be fixed soon.

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5 out of 5 stars

Happy owner!

Margie Casebolt , 07/02/2021
2006 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

My XLR has been awesome! One problem with top not a big deal. Recently in shop minor work. Got it new 2006.@ one of the best cars I have owned!

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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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5 out of 5 stars

Fits like a glove, smooth and sexy

TerryLee, 05/31/2006
2006 Cadillac XLR 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

The Cadillac XLR is a fine, classic car for ladies. It has power when needed with just a touch on the gas pedal. It rides smooth and sleek. It has the look and makes a lady look good. It's sexy. It fits me like a fine, leather glove. I love the hard top. This car has plenty of trunk space for my expensive luggage for a week's trip, even in golc weather. It's technically sleek. Its speakers surround you with sound. And, a ride under the stars on a warm, summer night will knock your socks off.

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5 out of 5 stars

An under appreciated but will evolve into a classi

James, 01/11/2020
updated 01/21/2025
2007 Cadillac XLR Passion Red Limited Edition 2dr Convertible (4.6L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have been asked to update my comments on my 2007 XLR Cadillac, and I am pleased to report that my observations regarding this extraordinary car have not changed. With 9 years of trouble free ownership, I can attest to the quality engineering and assembly. Having owned dozens of luxury automobiles during my 79 years, I can report that the XLR is an extraordinary piece of automotive engineering and design. The magnetic ride smooths road surfaces, the steering is tight, and the engine and transmission are perfectly matched. It is an extraordinarily well built car (in fact, hand built!), and provides the kind of pride of ownership that is lasting because it is simply so beautiful, durable, and exciting to drive and own, and importantly simply to look at! I encourage any reader who is considering a used sports car to test drive one of these. These cars are, simply stated, superb in every conceivable fashion.

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