What do you think of the Cadillac CTS-V? (roadster, Accord, yaris)

[Bummer]

Originally Posted by Irishtom29

Please do. I remember seeing a couple of those when I was a kid. Post a photo of one with the door open.

The Isettas scared the doo doo out of me.

Economy is great but there are limits, especially when driving on the California Freeways.

[Fleet]

Originally Posted by yo vanilla

I'll call them... super XL pimpmobiles . hey thats cool if it's your thing, but I prefer them smaller.

I prefer the term super XL executive cars (only the ignorant convert them into pimpmobiles) or super XL land yachts!

So back to the original question, I think the CTS-V would be a lot cooler if it was a bit smaller. Otherwise, besides the Corvette, it's about the only example of a full-on competitive effort from GM and I think that's great (and hopefully that will rub off on whatever's left of them come year end

Interesting. I may like a CTS better if it was about 2 feet longer!

[Fleet]

Originally Posted by Bummer

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Boy, ain't that the truth, Fleet!

I've often wondered what it is like to find your $85K plus Mercedes parked next to an "identical twin" $20K or less Nissan or Toyota.

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I never thought of it that way! True, though.

[Fleet]

Originally Posted by JTraik

I think its very important to have a reference of "todays standards". Calling something big or small is a pretty relative statement. 60s and 70s cars paved the way for what we have today and to be intentionally ignorant of how cars arrived at what they are today is just stupid.

Exactly. Cadillac's most desirable era (in terms of build quality, sales, etc) was most likely the '60s so ignoring Cadillac's glorious history would be a mistake.

I should also add that I've been to several Cadillac and Lincoln forums and I am surprised how many fans of '50s-'70s cars are under 25 years old.

[Fleet]

Originally Posted by ZipZap

Did I mention that the "Isetta" came to my mind when some posters here mentioned BMW and vehicle sizes?

I could put up some pictures if you want...

Sure, go ahead. Most of us here don't get all bent out of shape when another member posts a photo which may or may not be off topic.

I think I know the car you mentioned. Isn't the Isetta that really tiny car, something like 159" in overall length? I could look up the actual length but that would spoil the fun!

[Irishtom29]

Originally Posted by ZipZap

You are insusceptible to my irony... that is unfair.

I knew you were cracking wise, I just played it straight.

[Irishtom29]

Here we go, an Isetta.

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh92/Irishtom29/PIC00008.jpg (broken link)

[Bummer]

Originally Posted by Irishtom29

Here we go, an Isetta.

Still kinda scary but I believe that is the "extended" version, Irishtom.

If I remember correctly, the one I "experienced" didn't have rear doors.

[ZipZap]

Thanks for putting up the Isetta Tom.

Please note that this is the large(!) four seater version with an additional door at the side

[Irishtom29]

Here's the regular one, picture from this website
Isetta Tech - Gallery

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh92/Irishtom29/Car20In20Driveway201.jpg (broken link)