Cadillac XLR-V

[Cobrajet]

I used to consider these cars for a fun weekend ride and perhaps an occasional autox. I liked the idea of Cadillac version of Corvette. Until I realized that this was an older version of a Corvette. XLRs are based on c5 Corvette, but they were sold at the time Chevy was selling C6 Corvettes, so they were slower, inferior cars all around (not just because of Cadillac tuning).

Also look into reliability of those engines, I read some bad things about them.

My VX mechanic basically said the same thing about the AMGs... most of his customers have the SL55 for short weekend fun runs. He didn't recommend buying an SL55 with 70K miles because I might be buying someone's problems. Besides, the more I read, the more I want, and the more depressed I get. I want XM radio... I want Bluetooth... I want Adaptive Cruise... I want Park Assist... but, I don't want to spend a ton of money. And I don't want somebody's reject!

As far as the XLR-V is concerned, it trips more triggers for me. It's limited production numbers, short production run, unique styling, (relatively) high price, high performance... sounds familiar, right?!? Too bad it was never offered in Proton Yellow. However, it didn't get Bluetooth integration until the final year of production, when they also glued on those butt-ugly chrome engine bay exhaust ports. D'OH!!

There's a GM weekend in Carlisle, PA at the end of June, so I may stuff my pockets with some cash, drive on up there, and have a look around. I bet I don't see a single VehiCROSS on the grounds!

[eternal21]

As far as the XLR-V is concerned, it trips more triggers for me. It's limited production numbers, short production run, unique styling, (relatively) high price, high performance... sounds familiar, right?!? Too bad it was never offered in Proton Yellow. However, it didn't get Bluetooth integration until the final year of production, when they also glued on those butt-ugly chrome engine bay exhaust ports. D'OH!!

My friend's dad has one. What's not to love about an LS powered Caddy?

www.ebay.com/itm/201360712854

[Leon R]

My friend's dad has one. What's not to love about an LS powered Caddy?

www.ebay.com/itm/201360712854

Yes, LS powered Caddies are awesome, BUT unlike the Corvettes (or the CTSV Caddies), XLR and XLRV are NOT powered by LS motor! They are using Cadillac Northstar!

Realizing this turned me away from these cars

[Cobrajet]

I was never able to locate an XLR-V locally for a test drive. Plus, the fact that only the 2009 had Bluetooth compatibility, kind of eliminated the XLR-V from contention. Too much money for a 2009 with reasonable mileage.

But, I found a low mileage (<29K) 2007 SL550 available through the local Ford dealership. Black with Java (tan) interior, Satellite radio, Bluetooth, Keyless-GO, heated/cooled seats, etc. They are trucking it over from their Annapolis dealership to Warrenton, and I'll make the final decision Monday or Tuesday, with pickup on Friday. I have three days from then to keep or return, and will give it a thorough test on my weekend trip to New Jersey. I'm kind of excited, actually.