 New Cadillac CTS-V, GM is on a roll! |
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 Jan 9 2008, 04:36 PM
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Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881  |
I just read an article on the new CTS-V release. It will be powered by a 550hp supercharged V8 based loosely on the ZR-1 corvette powerplant. Unfortunately the car will be available only with a paddle-shifted 6-speed automatic. I wish I could afford one, what a car!
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Jan 9 2008, 05:40 PM
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Experienced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,528 Joined: 13-January 07 From: Solebury, Pa. Member No.: 1,589 |
I just hope that they put REALLY strong internals inside this (and the ZR1's) block. You know people are going to be throwing 1" diameter pulleys on these things and tuning (hopefully) them up to 700+ rwhp.
I wonder if the slushbox is a beefed up C6 6L80E variant, or a whole new, clean sheet of paper design. It would be cool if it were a REAL SMG type box a la the M3/6es. |
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Jan 9 2008, 06:36 PM
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Collo Rosso Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,220 Joined: 3-August 05 From: San Antonio, TX Member No.: 839 |
QUOTE For those who prefer to handle the gear selection process on their own, the same Tremec 6060 used in the ZR1 is paired up with a dual plate clutch. The dual plate clutch provides the necessary torque capacity with a lower pedal effort. From http://www.autoblog.com/2008/01/08/detroit...ed-with-550-hp/ Also, they say it'll have a 6L90E auto, same as a HD pickup! |
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Jan 9 2008, 07:21 PM
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Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 246 Joined: 8-August 07 From: Grand Rapids, Michigan Member No.: 1,881 |
That article says you will be able to get it with a 6-speed tremec also! Talk about the ultimate family sedan. If I had the money I woul leave the office right now and get on the list at the local Caddy dealer for a CTS-V manual in black!
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Jan 9 2008, 07:57 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 827 Joined: 30-December 03 From: Bellevue WA Member No.: 73 |
QUOTE (BigEnos @ Jan 9 2008, 10:36 AM)  Also, they say it'll have a 6L90E auto, same as a HD pickup! Great, so it also weighs in at 1 metric ton (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) |
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Jan 9 2008, 08:07 PM
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Collo Rosso Group: Advanced Members Posts: 1,220 Joined: 3-August 05 From: San Antonio, TX Member No.: 839 |
QUOTE (NataSS Inc @ Jan 9 2008, 02:57 PM) QUOTE (BigEnos @ Jan 9 2008, 10:36 AM) Also, they say it'll have a 6L90E auto, same as a HD pickup! Great, so it also weighs in at 1 metric ton (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) What did you expect? It is a super-duper luxo boat after all. |
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Jan 9 2008, 11:50 PM
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Veteran Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 3,884 Joined: 3-July 04 From: Pearland, Texas Member No.: 385 |
It's not the tranny you have to worry about, it's the diff. They have upgraded them from the first runs of diffs they stuffed under those cars, and they are still dropping them out the back.
Still, I might have to have a look. I _need_ something with an automatic for the daily commute. ;-) |
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Jan 10 2008, 08:28 PM
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Moderator Group: Advanced Members Posts: 863 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Tulsa, OK Member No.: 5 |
That's one awesome Caddy, don't think I can really justify the cost to upgrade to it over my Volvo V70R daily driver.
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Jan 11 2008, 02:09 AM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 21 Joined: 4-October 04 Member No.: 479 |
does it mean i am getting old because i want that caddy over the new camaro
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Jan 11 2008, 07:31 PM
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Moderator Group: Advanced Members Posts: 863 Joined: 23-December 03 From: Tulsa, OK Member No.: 5 |
QUOTE (Car Enthusiast @ Jan 10 2008, 08:09 PM) does it mean i am getting old because i want that caddy over the new camaro You know, hate to say it but I'd do the same. Of course, I'd take the ZR1 over the Caddy. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) |
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Jan 11 2008, 10:02 PM
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newbie Group: Members Posts: 21 Joined: 4-October 04 Member No.: 479 |
QUOTE (LT4Firehawk @ Jan 11 2008, 02:31 PM) QUOTE (Car Enthusiast @ Jan 10 2008, 08:09 PM) does it mean i am getting old because i want that caddy over the new camaro You know, hate to say it but I'd do the same. Of course, I'd take the ZR1 over the Caddy. (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) well thats a given |
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