Author Topic: 2008 Cadillac CTS (full pics) (Read 15014 times)

Bullet Blue · « **on:** December 19, 2006, 10:21:07 pm »

GM loves to tease:

http://www.autoblog.com/2006/12/19/gm-releases-sneak-peek-of-new-2008-cadillac-cts/

wing · « **Reply #1 on:** December 19, 2006, 10:29:56 pm »

Bigger grill but overall a very similar design, can't wait to see that interior though.

G0dspd · « **Reply #2 on:** December 19, 2006, 10:59:56 pm »

Here's a preview from the back of the CTS (supposedly). It was taken on 60 minutes a few months ago.

Mitlov · « **Reply #3 on:** December 20, 2006, 02:51:08 am »

I'm crossing my fingers for another "oops" like the new Malibu where we can see the whole thing...

Say, is anybody good with photoshop? We've got more than half of the front, and it's symmetrical, so it seems to me that we should be able to photoshop the whole grill. No windshield, obviously.

Snowman · « **Reply #4 on:** December 20, 2006, 05:58:23 am »

Just imagine if they offered a 300 HP version for $45k. 255HP is nice but lacking considering there are +/-270 HP Japanese mainstream family sedans running around out there.

The Fuzz · « **Reply #5 on:** December 20, 2006, 07:24:56 am »

As one of their posters said..."DAM DAM DAM. That is OFF DA CHAIN. Ya'll not ready!!! Simply incredible."

The CTS is a great looking car and the V is just plain hot. The new one looks like it'll be even more bold and aggressive.

G0dspd · « **Reply #6 on:** December 20, 2006, 02:06:15 pm »

Quote from: Mitlov on December 20, 2006, 02:51:08 am

Say, is anybody good with photoshop? We've got more than half of the front, and it's symmetrical, so it seems to me that we should be able to photoshop the whole grill. No windshield, obviously.

After 30 seconds on photoshop, here it is and it's craptacular.

The angles are not quite right and looks "smushed" a bit but it gives us a general idea.

Allen · « **Reply #7 on:** December 20, 2006, 02:14:36 pm »

that's just plain Fugly

Bullet Blue · « **Reply #8 on:** December 20, 2006, 03:10:21 pm »

Quote from: G0dspd on December 20, 2006, 02:06:15 pm

Quote from: Mitlov on December 20, 2006, 02:51:08 am
Say, is anybody good with photoshop? We've got more than half of the front, and it's symmetrical, so it seems to me that we should be able to photoshop the whole grill. No windshield, obviously.

After 30 seconds on photoshop, here it is and it's craptacular. The angles are not quite right and looks "smushed" a bit but it gives us a general idea.

Looks a little too narow. And sorta bug eyed. But good try though

wing · « **Reply #9 on:** December 20, 2006, 03:43:59 pm »

Looks right to me. I like it.

MKII · « **Reply #10 on:** December 20, 2006, 04:50:07 pm »

Quote from: G0dspd on December 20, 2006, 02:06:15 pm

Quote from: Mitlov on December 20, 2006, 02:51:08 am
Say, is anybody good with photoshop? We've got more than half of the front, and it's symmetrical, so it seems to me that we should be able to photoshop the whole grill. No windshield, obviously.

After 30 seconds on photoshop, here it is and it's craptacular. The angles are not quite right and looks "smushed" a bit but it gives us a general idea.

The grille section seems to be an after-thought, like a cut and paste effort.

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #11 on:** December 22, 2006, 11:24:30 am »

The 60-Mins photo looks a lot more chromey, which was kind of luxurious. I think I'll really like the front, but not so sure about the rest and am hoping it's not cramped.

safristi · « **Reply #12 on:** December 27, 2006, 05:11:39 pm »

I ain't BUYIN' IT if'n the COPS think it's HOT!!!!

Mitlov · « **Reply #13 on:** January 09, 2007, 01:57:55 am »

Here's the full thing:
http://www.netcarshow.com/cadillac/2008-cts/

The interior is fantastic. HUGE improvement in looks. I'm not sold on the outside, though. The grill has that same slight "bulge" as the new Tahoe/Suburban/Yukon. It doesn't work on a car like this.

Bullet Blue · « **Reply #14 on:** January 09, 2007, 09:37:29 am »

I agree on the improvement in the looks department, but man, is Cadillac ever making it hard to distinguish the models in their lineup. I'm a little dissapointed that Caddy got rid of the orange turn signals, however the replacement with LED's is adequate. Interior is alos much improved.

safristi · « **Reply #15 on:** January 09, 2007, 09:41:44 am »

Clean looking interior......Man those centre vents are BALL FREEZINGLY LARGE..

Brrrrr shrinkage alert..........

Mitlov · « **Reply #16 on:** January 09, 2007, 10:07:31 am »

Quote from: Bullet Blue on January 09, 2007, 09:37:29 am

I agree on the improvement in the looks department, but man, is Cadillac ever making it hard to distinguish the models in their lineup. I'm a little dissapointed that Caddy got rid of the orange turn signals, however the replacement with LED's is adequate. Interior is alos much improved.

Yeah, Audi does the same thing. Drives me nuts to not be able to tell the models apart except by their size. I prefer the approach used by BMW and others, where the models all have their own unique styling points, despite common themes.

safristi · « **Reply #17 on:** January 09, 2007, 10:08:53 am »

Just like the New Sentra Altima and Maxima

sirAQUAMAN64 · « **Reply #18 on:** January 09, 2007, 10:09:58 am »

I like the new design a lot - love the wide low front... not crazy about the curvy rear but it's very different and undeniably new Caddy. Interior has lots of detailing - noticed even the chromed 'V' on the seats sticks out like an emblem, hope it doesn't bother or leave an imprint on your back.

Really worried about rear seat access with the rear doors which are sharply kinked along the top to match with the rear window. No matter what the model, I think Cadillacs should still offer space and comfort relative to the competition.

Meow · « **Reply #19 on:** January 09, 2007, 10:47:45 am »

http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Features/articleId=119071?tid=edmunds.il.home.photopanel..3.* <--video

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