Anyone else waiting to see the '09 CTS-V before they buy?
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Anyone else waiting to see the '09 CTS-V before they buy?
I'm really torn; I can't decide whether to go with a C63 now [if I can find one] or wait to see what the new V is going to be like. Anyone else waiting on a different car to arrive before they make a decision?
I really want a car for summer so its driving me
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I really want a car for summer so its driving me
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I have an agreement with my dealer for the first V coming into their dealership. I cant wait till the magazines start testing it out to see what kind of performance numbers it will put out. I'd wait if I were you, you might regret it later.
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I have an agreement with my dealer for the first V coming into their dealership. I cant wait till the magazines start testing it out to see what kind of performance numbers it will put out. I'd wait if I were you, you might regret it later.
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as much as i like that car its just not on my list even if its tad faster....
I like a lot of things better on the C63, but all those ponies might make me forget them
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Build Quality? hmmmmmm, I'll take the mercedes. World class? hmmmmm, I'll take AMG. Presence? hmmmmmm, I'll take the mercedes. Personal preference, i guess, no doubt the cts-v will have a powerhouse of a motor, but imo, cant compare the two vehicles, on reputation alone.
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Build Quality? hmmmmmm, I'll take the mercedes. World class? hmmmmm, I'll take AMG. Presence? hmmmmmm, I'll take the mercedes. Personal preference, i guess, no doubt the cts-v will have a powerhouse of a motor, but imo, cant compare the two vehicles, on reputation alone.
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The CTS-V will not just be 'a tad' faster. The CTS-V is going to clean the C63's clock - will not even be close. It has been confirmed to have 550hp and 550ft/lb of torque. The engine is a slightly detuned version of the new engine Corvette ZR1. It will take M3, M5, M6 and C63 around the track and 0-60. However, I still would never buy one - I'm not a Cadillac guy. The C63 is going to be great in its own right.
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The CTS-V will not just be 'a tad' faster. The CTS-V is going to clean the C63's clock - will not even be close. It has been confirmed to have 550hp and 550ft/lb of torque. The engine is a slightly detuned version of the new engine Corvette ZR1. It will take M3, M5, M6 and C63 around the track and 0-60. However, I still would never buy one - I'm not a Cadillac guy. The C63 is going to be great in its own right.
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Cadillac is playing hardball, the CTS-V will have 567hp.
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=125943
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http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=125943
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Having dynoed both MB/BMW cars and US cars, my experience is this.
When BMW or MB says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically conservative and the delivered car meets or exceeds.
When Detroit says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically talking through rose colored sunglasses and the delivered car doesn't quite perform to spec.
Just my experience.
When BMW or MB says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically conservative and the delivered car meets or exceeds.
When Detroit says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically talking through rose colored sunglasses and the delivered car doesn't quite perform to spec.
Just my experience.
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its a amazing car for the price
6.2L LS3 supercharged .. great engine!
6sp manual /auto with LSD!
19's with brembo brakes
great seats..
nice exterior package.. and price should be 60's and low 70's.
but I would not buy one from the dealer. If AMG's don't hold value, I estimate the Caddy's resale value is worts.
Besides.. GM is a bit late on the supercharging party.. its twin turbos and dual clutch transmissions.
I'll take a 5L twin turbo AMG engine around 550hp/650tq any day, even if you have to pay another $25k.
The CTS-V will have its party but it won't be for long.
6.2L LS3 supercharged .. great engine!
6sp manual /auto with LSD!
19's with brembo brakes
great seats..
nice exterior package.. and price should be 60's and low 70's.
but I would not buy one from the dealer. If AMG's don't hold value, I estimate the Caddy's resale value is worts.
Besides.. GM is a bit late on the supercharging party.. its twin turbos and dual clutch transmissions.
I'll take a 5L twin turbo AMG engine around 550hp/650tq any day, even if you have to pay another $25k.
The CTS-V will have its party but it won't be for long.
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beyond a point, it's pretty much useless. my e55 wagon was the same way. the yellow triangle of death was highly annoying!
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Having dynoed both MB/BMW cars and US cars, my experience is this.
When BMW or MB says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically conservative and the delivered car meets or exceeds.
When Detroit says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically talking through rose colored sunglasses and the delivered car doesn't quite perform to spec.
Just my experience.
When BMW or MB says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically conservative and the delivered car meets or exceeds.
When Detroit says the car will produce "x" HP and TQ, they are typically talking through rose colored sunglasses and the delivered car doesn't quite perform to spec.
Just my experience.
I would think it is safe to say the ZR1 will be underrated as well...
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I'm with you. Great choices out now and some coming, P30-C63, M3-DCT,RS5, CTS-V.
People bemoan about resale, WTF, they ALL suck. History (next 5 yrs) will tell who's better.
Here's my .02, give me a C63-(P030), with M-DCT, Audi interior and Quattro, oh yah, a Blower too (CTS-V) now that's a ride I could keep for more than 2 years without being bored to death. I would also like a Cougar with LARGE chesticles who owns a tire store. Did I miss anything?
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People bemoan about resale, WTF, they ALL suck. History (next 5 yrs) will tell who's better.
Here's my .02, give me a C63-(P030), with M-DCT, Audi interior and Quattro, oh yah, a Blower too (CTS-V) now that's a ride I could keep for more than 2 years without being bored to death. I would also like a Cougar with LARGE chesticles who owns a tire store. Did I miss anything?
Torxila
