Re: Five cars to be thankful for

As we approach the US Thanksgiving Holiday, this list from WREX Television in Rockford, Illinois of 5 current model Automobiles that one could be thankful for hits home:

3. Cadillac CTS-V

Mothers, hide your children! The Cadillac CTS-V is in town, and it’s like no Cadillac you’ve ever driven. Those who grew up in the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s will find it hard to imagine a Cadillac muscle car, but that’s exactly what the CTS-V is. It’s a romping rear-drive sports sedan that has elite cars like the BMW M5 and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG dead in its sights. With 556-horsepower from its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine, the CTS-V has the goods to play and win in that stratospheric company. Offering a zero-to- 60 sprint in less than four seconds, this Cadillac is faster than fast.

No argument here.  Good to remember that the CTS-V has a world-class handling as well.  Riding on MR struts/shocks, the CTS-V is perfectly at home driving to GrandMother’s or on the track.  Need to stop?  Try 6-piston vented Brembo brakes up front and 4-piston calipers in back.  This Cadillac is the WHOLE package, as demonstrated on the Nurburgring, the home-track for those German makes.    The only thing this Cadillac CTS-V can’t pass is an opportunity to compete, as it did at the Cadillac CTS-V Challenge.

Read more at WREX:
Five cars to be thankful for – WREX.com – Rockford’s News Leader.

More CTS-V info from Cadillac

Their Number 4, btw, is the Chevrolet Camaro SS.  Hard to argue with that choice either.

Cadillac SRX in Chrome

As those great philosophers known affectionately as ZZ Top wrote:

Clean shirt, new shoes
And I don’t know where I am goin’ to.
Silk suit, black tie,
I don’t need a reason why.

The new 2010 Cadillac SRX is a sharp looking vehicle out of the box.  But what if you do want to give your new SRX a more dressed up, custom look?  Here’s one approach:

Cadillac SRX with Chrome Accents

Cadillac SRX with Chrome Accents

AutoAccessory Superstore is offering the following add-ons:

  • 8 PC. 3.75″ High Chrome Rocker Panels: Price: $149.00 Includes Free Shipping.
  • 8 PC. 1.00: High Chrome Body Side Accent Trim: Price: $129.00 Includes Free Shipping.
  • 8 PC. Chrome Pillar Posts: Price: $99.00 Includes Free Shipping.
  • 1 PC. Lower Trunk Trim: Price: $79.00 Includes Free Shipping.
  • 1 PC. Chrome License Plate Trim: Price: $99.00 Includes Free Shipping.
  • 4 PC. Chrome Fender Trim: Price: $129.00 Includes Free Shipping.

I wanted to point them out to you, but please take notice of their note:

We have just introduced a new line of chrome accessories for the 2010-Up Cadillac SRX; and we have not had the time to add these to our website. If you have any further questions; or if you wish to place an order for any of these items; please contact us. If you order (3) or more items; we can give you a special package deal price.

If you mention “Caddyinfo” when you order, they will give you a 10% discount on your order on any item under $295 (ask them).

10CadillacSRXRearTrim1

Although generally I am not a huge fan of aftermarket chrome, the SRX pic above does look good to me.  Cadillac is moving in this same direction with chrome accents.  Tasteful chrome touches — especially with contrasting colors like the Crystal Red Tintcoat — certainly ‘pop’.

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