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GSXRJJordan · 07-12-2009, 01:38 PM

^^^ CTS-V is too expensive though - most people with $60k-$70k would rather buy a Vette for $45k and give the wife her own commuter.

The CTS-V was redesigned to kill the M5 (and does it well); anyone with M5-type-money might be interested in Z06/ZR1, but my guess is it's a completely different market from your typical Vette buyer.

ronmcdon · 07-12-2009, 02:14 PM

always thought the CTS was more of 3-series competitor.
base models are priced comparatively to the 3, and so is the CTS-V vs. M3.
maybe there's some overlap.

although the overall performance of the CTS-V might eclipse that of a M5,
I just don't see anyone cross shopping between the two.
I see an M5 driver more concerned with the car being a status symbol than anything else.
Most M5's that scoot around here in Los Angeles, are driven by mild mannered middle aged drivers.

CTS-V prob caters towards a limited niche in the among performance enthusiasts, not unlike the M3, IS-F, c63, RS4, etc.
Prob more of halo car than a money maker.

98s14inaz · 07-12-2009, 03:10 PM

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now that you mention it, most GM car names are just laughable.
lot of out-dated pretentious 'high class' names that don't exactly match the econobox.

Worst was the "Le Baron" for some econobox pos some year's ago.
'Malibu' & "Monte Carlo" aren't much better either.

Remember the Chrysler Aries? Fucking god of war wouldn't be caught dead in that piece of shit lol

*exitspeed* · 07-12-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by S14DB

WTF are you talking about? CTS-V anyone?
Cadillac | 2009 CTS-V - High Performance Luxury Sedan

That doesn't mean The G8 is still not a 4 Door Vette.

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Originally Posted by ronmcdon

always thought the CTS was more of 3-series competitor.
base models are priced comparatively to the 3, and so is the CTS-V vs. M3.
maybe there's some overlap.

although the overall performance of the CTS-V might eclipse that of a M5,
I just don't see anyone cross shopping between the two.
I see an M5 driver more concerned with the car being a status symbol than anything else.
Most M5's that scoot around here in Los Angeles, are driven by mild mannered middle aged drivers.

CTS-V prob caters towards a limited niche in the among performance enthusiasts, not unlike the M3, IS-F, c63, RS4, etc.
Prob more of halo car than a money maker.

CTS really is a 5 series competitor size wise. People cross show the 3 Series with the CTS though because of price. The CTS undercuts the 5 Series price wise by boat loads.

GM knows they really do need a true 3 Series competitor though and have been kicking around having a car on the new Alpha platform but the economy has slowed down the release of it. I've talked about this car on here countless times.

***S14DB*** · 07-12-2009, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by exitspeed

That doesn't mean The G8 is still not a 4 Door Vette.

The top of the line may have as much power as a vette. I don't see it handling like a vette.

*exitspeed* · 07-12-2009, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by S14DB

The top of the line may have as much power as a vette. I don't see it handling like a vette.

Obviously they are two different cars. But you get what I'm saying. I'm not the only one who refers to the GXP as a 4 door Vette either.

Gnnr · 07-13-2009, 10:11 AM

It looks like ass. The photoshop too (sorry exitspeed). Why does everything have to look so blocky and bulky. It screams fleet/rental car that you abuse the shit out of cause you hate it. Why not make a sleek, sexy looking car? Geesh.

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^^ pfff, yeah right. it'd sell better if they got all that pontiac fake rice vent shit off of it.

Take the vents off the hood, and call it a day. The grill on the current G8 is better and gives it an aggressive look.

*exitspeed* · 07-13-2009, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Gnnr

It looks like ass. The photoshop too (sorry exitspeed). Why does everything have to look so blocky and bulky. It screams fleet/rental car that you abuse the shit out of cause you hate it. Why not make a sleek, sexy looking car? Geesh.

Take the vents off the hood, and call it a day. The grill on the current G8 is better and gives it an aggressive look.

Well it's a 4 door sedan...how much more sleek and sexy can it be? You don't expect it to look like a Aston Martin Rapide do you?

The styling is very European. But if you aren't a fan of that, then I can see why you wouldn't like this car.

But styling is subjective so, eh.

Gnnr · 07-13-2009, 10:24 AM

It doesn't look Euro to me. It looks American. Look at the body lines of the European brand sedans. The G8 looks fine to me, just take out the hood vents. Theres a black one in the parking lot at my job which I pass everyday that I think looks good.

*exitspeed* · 07-13-2009, 10:31 AM

Over-all it looks like a smaller more broad 7 Series to me.

**Phlip** · 07-15-2009, 09:56 AM

Looks like you might want to join the police academy if you want that Caprice:
Link

***Future240*** · 07-15-2009, 10:03 AM

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Looks like you might want to join the police academy if you want that Caprice:
Link

You just made Mel cry.

Dutchmalmiss · 07-15-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by PHLIP

Looks like you might want to join the police academy if you want that Caprice:
Link

Son of a bitch. Well if that were to follow through, you can buy an out-of-commission one for cheap. yesssssss.

**Phlip** · 07-15-2009, 10:28 AM

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Son of a bitch. Well if that were to follow through, you can buy an out-of-commission one for cheap. yesssssss.

After what, 2-3 years of daily abuse in stop and go driving and rarely doing more than idling and reeking of coffee and such?
I'd be inclined to pass if I didn't think it would auction extra cheap.

Dutchmalmiss · 07-15-2009, 10:41 AM

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After what, 2-3 years of daily abuse in stop and go driving and rarely doing more than idling and reeking of coffee and such?
I'd be inclined to pass if I didn't think it would auction extra cheap.

Touche...I'll take one for like $8k then haha.

**Phlip** · 07-15-2009, 10:46 AM

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Touche...I'll take one for like $8k then haha.

No worries, they likely won't be california approved... Get yourself a Prius or smart.

***Future240*** · 07-15-2009, 12:02 PM

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No worries, they likely won't be california approved... Get yourself a Prius or smart.

Ha haha at California. I wonder if the public outcry will do anything to help.

VROOOM · 07-15-2009, 12:05 PM

i know a guy that got a G8 GT fully loaded for 27k. hurry up and buy before they are gone!!!

i looked at one, but didnt want an automatic

*exitspeed* · 01-24-2011, 04:01 PM

Hey guys please vote for my question on Autoblog this week regarding the confirmed return of one of my favorite cars.

MelRussellIII

Submit your questions for Autoblog Podcast #214 — Autoblog

Thanks!

***Future240*** · 01-24-2011, 08:27 PM

You have my vote. Seems like your question is doing pretty well.

BOROSUN · 01-24-2011, 10:03 PM

tv screen on back of the headrest...hmmm, i wonder who are they targeting?

***Future240*** · 01-25-2011, 08:30 PM

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tv screen on back of the headrest...hmmm, i wonder who are they targeting?

Depends, if the tv screen is in the driver and passenger headrests then they are targeting these guys

If it is in the headrest in the back seat then they are targeting these guys.

07-12-2009, 01:38 PM	#31
GSXRJJordan Post Whore! Join Date: May 2006 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 9,135 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: GSXRJJordan Feedback Score: 19 reviews	^^^ CTS-V is too expensive though - most people with $60k-$70k would rather buy a Vette for $45k and give the wife her own commuter. The CTS-V was redesigned to kill the M5 (and does it well); anyone with M5-type-money might be interested in Z06/ZR1, but my guess is it's a completely different market from your typical Vette buyer. __________________ Jordan Innovations has a new web site! www.JordanInnovations.com -- All your favorite FD Pro Drifters love it, trust me -- www.JordanInnovations.com

07-13-2009, 10:24 AM	#39
Gnnr Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: S. FL Posts: 3,960 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	It doesn't look Euro to me. It looks American. Look at the body lines of the European brand sedans. The G8 looks fine to me, just take out the hood vents. Theres a black one in the parking lot at my job which I pass everyday that I think looks good. __________________

07-13-2009, 10:31 AM	#40
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 45 Posts: 20,900 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Over-all it looks like a smaller more broad 7 Series to me. __________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

07-15-2009, 09:56 AM	#41
Phlip Yes, I look like that Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In my supervillain's lair Posts: 27,980 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: Phlip Feedback Score: 19 reviews	Looks like you might want to join the police academy if you want that Caprice: Link __________________ Weirdo And I write too!

01-24-2011, 04:01 PM	#49
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 45 Posts: 20,900 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Hey guys please vote for my question on Autoblog this week regarding the confirmed return of one of my favorite cars. MelRussellIII Submit your questions for Autoblog Podcast #214 — Autoblog Thanks! __________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

07-12-2009, 02:14 PM	#32
ronmcdon Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: beverly hills Age: 90 Posts: 4,260 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	always thought the CTS was more of 3-series competitor. base models are priced comparatively to the 3, and so is the CTS-V vs. M3. maybe there's some overlap. although the overall performance of the CTS-V might eclipse that of a M5, I just don't see anyone cross shopping between the two. I see an M5 driver more concerned with the car being a status symbol than anything else. Most M5's that scoot around here in Los Angeles, are driven by mild mannered middle aged drivers. CTS-V prob caters towards a limited niche in the among performance enthusiasts, not unlike the M3, IS-F, c63, RS4, etc. Prob more of halo car than a money maker.

01-24-2011, 10:03 PM	#51
BOROSUN Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: two legit to quit Age: 44 Posts: 5,236 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	tv screen on back of the headrest...hmmm, i wonder who are they targeting?

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