I got interested in the XLR due to a project ... now I'm hooked ... I suppose what you would call a Virtual owner ... luvin the black

If you're an owner or want-to-be owner or soon-to-be owner ... how would you descirbe yourself?

Baby-boomer, Empty-nester, Generation X

What motivates you to want a roadster? :nopity

What motivates you to want an XLR? :nopity

It's a whole new world for me ... I'm curious

Baby boomer, Roadster because its impractical and cool, XLR because its differant and you don't see them everywhere.I like being differant .No disire to be like the crowd.My first cars were GM.When they started sharing everything I turned to Ford.This is the first car to lure me back.If I buy a Cadillac I want a Cadillac engine and technology.

Me too.

Baby Boomer, have had a few corvettes and wanted something different, like GM, didn't want to pay $25K more for an SL, have another car, so 2 seater not that much of an issue, writing it off as a lease to my corporation, had to be first at something, am a technology geek and enjoy innovation.

This is first time 1958 I haven't driven a Vet all the way from 283 to a ZR-1. The xlr is very nice and makes me a happy camer. I stop racing when I stop winnig

I am 34, gen. x? I hope not. Anyhow, I test drove them all, but always loved the ride of a caddy. This car kicks ass on all the competition. it has it all for a fair price and the ride is a dream.

I'm an old fart; retired cop with political views to the right of Darth Vadar's, working on a second career. My wife is a finance director for a large Ford store. We've owned tons of SVT Ford products (traded in an 03 Cobra) and two Allante's, however the XLR is so much more refined and a joy to drive. Very limited so your not bumping into other owners every day. Just normal old fogies with the added advantage of no hair to mess up with the top down!

It a sharp looking "push button automobile!" I took it for a test drive and love it. :D

I'm 34 and don't consider myself as Gen X or Y just a purist when it comes to cars, performance, luxury and innovation! I think that Cadillac's current marketing campaign has been successful in capturing the attention of non-conventional Cadillac owners (younger, non-retired), which were buying BMWs, Mercedes, and Porsches! I test drove all of them!! Cadillac caught my attention and I believe that Cadillac will dominate my age and income demographic. I still like the fact that my colleagues wish they would have waited for the xlr instead of buying SL 500 or BMW 745 IL prematurely. Definitely worth the wait!!
Miguel
:thumbs

I'm 29, but this is my third cadillac so I don't really fit the mold i guess. This car is great though! I still prefer my STS for long drives, but it's not as fun. The SL500 is a cool car, but considering the cost differences and the way it drives (seems a little less sporty feeling, almost mushy). This car get a lot of looks, it has great style and a really bold design. I'm very happy with my decision.

CRAZEEME64,

Baby Boomer who loves Cadillacs. Loved my '93 Allante', which was a fantastic vehicle, and my #25 NM XLR is so much better and so much more than I could have ever expected. It lacks a little in trunk and interior storage space to that of my Allante' but it is worth the loss for the push button top down feature not to mention a dozen others. And, it didn't cost any where near that of an SL and every bit as much the car.

DFXLR

I am currently a owner of a 2004 C5 Coupe. Since I have had it, I have not hadn any problems or complaints...it's a vette and very sporty. :thumbs

Yet the XLR is attractive to me and when I took it for a test drive...I was convinced that it is the car for me. :smash :smash


:cool

I bought the xenon blue XLR for my wife, who is a certifiable "top down nut". Over the years, we've owned a TR-3, TR-7, Miata, Cadillac Allante, a BMW 325i Convertible, a BMW 330i convertible, and now the XLR. The xenon blue w/ gold package is just stunning. The only heads that don't turn when we zoom by are in the hearse.

We are now hale and hearty, early 50's empty nesters, but even when the kids were at home we had a drop top ride of some sort. The rest of the world wants to label my generation with an endless myriad of acronyms: hippies, yuppies, muppies, and now TINKs (That's Two Incomes, No Kids for the uninitiated). Anyway, you get the demographic picture.

Our XLR is not a daily driver. It lives for the weekend. She is spared the wear and tear of a daily commute in Houston, TX. Projected yearly mileage: 5,000 tops.

I saw the post from the 'vette jock above, and I must say GM was very smart with the XLR. While I've always loved the 'vette, I've never owned one, as it is more a purists sports car, similar to a Ferrari. We were looking for more creature comforts, which the XLR amply provides. And what better platform than the tried-and-true Corvette on which to build? And the C6 no less! This car SHOULD be loved by 'vette owners!

The other cars that were in contention before we ordered the XLR was the Mercedes-Benz SL500, or the Porsche 911. The XLR compares very favorably with these premium roadsters on the track, but is a much more comfortable boulevard cruiser, thanks to the innovative "magnetic ride control". Simply amazing. :thumbs

There is nothing like the power of the Z06 --except the smooth 4-valve dohc northstar cad. I can compare several sports cars coupe and convertible. I wanted a daily driver sports car but after many chose the pickup or suv as a more comfortable unit. From 61 vet, ZR1 vet, C5 coupe and conv, Porsche C4 cab, XK8 jag rdstr, BMW Z3, and others this CADILLAC ROADSTER is the best of all!!!! It is quiet, top up or down, fast, corners, and is a car you can drive any day all day with minimal road noise, minimal engine/exhaust noise and a ride from a firm--not harsh suspension. My 05 nickel silver is three weeks old 2000 miles and everybody loves it including the driver. Profile 53 boomer doc sports car driver stock car racer motocross racer. WEP TMF(too much fun) :flag

Welcome. Its a small party but a party none the less...
:party

Hi Aviator. just left your city yesterday. almost anyway , was staying in the woodlands just north of Houston. thought I might spot an XLR in that area, but no luck. I just turned twenty thousand miles on my XLR since april 15th and have not seen another XLR on the road. I think you guys must keep them at home rather than driving. A bit of info for you that you may not know,, there is a nice size pocket in the trunk on the right side that is great for concealing small items also has a list of all the codes for how the XLR was setup.

You are one travelin' man BUDSVET. Doggone it! Next time you are in Houston shoot me an e-mail prior to your arrival and we can meet somewhere.

BTW - I'm a Northside guy, so I know The Woodlands well, and am considering moving my company there early next year. Quite a place, eh? I think The Woodlands had more olympic medals than France this year.

At 20K, how are your tires?

Calling out all xlrs in So. Cal. Let's have our own cannonball run!! Anybody have any Points of Interests in mind?
migsgig :thumbs

Aviator: my rear tires are about half shot and the front ones are about the same, I have switched them three times. mabey another 7-8 k miles yet. The Woodlands are one nice place, if you were just driving thru and looking for a gas station or a doctor I don't think you could find one as all places of service are hidden by the tree's. My GPS has done a great job of steering me around the good ole USA, but at times it has checked me to determine if I'm alert and will try to lead me off in the wrong direction to get to point X which may be across the street, but even with all the construction going on across the USA it did a good job. still carry maps tho......... :jester

Just checked my tires again and the rear ones were almost down to the wear marks, looks like I will have to replace them within the next couple of thousand miles. there goes my scotch money for october, damm. :banghead :nopity

Calling out all xlrs in So. Cal. Let's have our own cannonball run!! Anybody have any Points of Interests in mind?
migsgig :thumbs

Well, I think it needs to be PCH to properly represent Top Down
cruising in Southern California! And of course we want to BE seen too!! :thumbs
We don't need no stinkin' monuments when we got coastlines and sunsets!
Breakfast in Laguna....Lunch in Malibu.....Dinner in Santa Barbara. :cool

I haven't noticed any San Diego people here, but we could head south too.
I'm open for any ideas....so count me in! :yesnod

Count me in also, I would even come to CA. any reason for a trip. :grouphug :jester :jester :cool

I just bought my Blue Steel XLR.... , Baby Boomer :thumbs - yes , Empty Nest :( - yes , mid-life crisis :confused ,, I needed something that my STS was not giving.... , :cool :cool :cool :cool , the XLR says hello and goodbye the way I like ...fast , cool, style , it's just me. :) :D :cool . Love at first sight. My STS will always be my first love, I'll keep him till death do us part.

Hi Aviator. just left your city yesterday. almost anyway , was staying in the woodlands just north of Houston. thought I might spot an XLR in that area, but no luck. I just turned twenty thousand miles on my XLR since april 15th and have not seen another XLR on the road. I think you guys must keep them at home rather than driving. A bit of info for you that you may not know,, there is a nice size pocket in the trunk on the right side that is great for concealing small items also has a list of all the codes for how the XLR was setup.

Just saw my first XLR yesterday driving in the rain on W Lake Houston Parkway in Kingwood. It was headed South across the lake. I was in my Escalade, so there was no "double take" on the XLR pilot's part. I shouted "There's one!" ..to which my wife responded, "Easy, easy. Not so loud. you're scaring me to death." Geez... :o

Thanks for the info on your tire wear. We're still under 5K miles.

Welcome Steel Blue Baby. Enjoy and be patient with that XLR. :seeya

Next time I come through your area I will get in touch. May be in Dec. :jester

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Next time I come through your area I will get in touch. May be in Dec. :jester


BUDSVET, are you coming to Houston this month? Since you've spent your scotch money on new tires, I have a nice new bottle of my favorite single malt: The Balvenie - and I'll share. :cheers

Aviator

Baby-boomer... nest not quite empty yet. The XLR is the Ladie's ride... as close to a Vette as she is going to go!

I guess I'm a gen X at only 28, but man do I love my XLR! Just signed the papers on it yesterday and have no regrets whatsoever.

Caly
except at divorce time

Caly
except at divorce time
Oh no... she drives the Vette. I was ready for her to get one too but she likes the easier in-out and softer ride. She's happy... I'm happy and if she wants out it won't be my fault.:D

I'm new to the board, baby boomer that collects cars(96 GTS Viper,03 SRT-10 Viper, 65 Vett). The lady of the house drives an STS and wanted something sporty to drive and we don't like to drive the Vipers everyday.
The fun part is that I bought the car for her birthday and am giving it to her tomorrow at a supprise dinner. I'm going to valet the STS and one of our sons will have valeted the XLR and we are going to switch tickets at dinner, should be a lot of fun! I am so looking forward to this car,I just hope she lets me drive it. :yesnod

Fangs/Indiana

Fangs,
A lot of stories out there as to how we acquired these wonderful toys, but I have to say your switching at dinner is really cool.
I think you might in for a very BIG thank you when you get home.
My story is similiar..........bought the 04 Platnium the day before my birthday and asked my daughter before she took me out for dinner if we could stop by and look at the XLR at the local dealer. Her reply was, Dad you have been looking at cars for almost two years, do you really think you'll ever get one?
When we arrived it was on the floor with a big bow on it, 20" Foose Rims & low profile Pilots. She walked in and said, "Dad, that's you." I asked her to set in it and then all the salesman came out opened up the big doors and sang Happy birthday to me...............I said, drive it out baby. WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW, was she in shock.
Bob

I'm new to the board, baby boomer that collects cars(96 GTS Viper,03 SRT-10 Viper, 65 Vett). The lady of the house drives an STS and wanted something sporty to drive and we don't like to drive the Vipers everyday.
The fun part is that I bought the car for her birthday and am giving it to her tomorrow at a supprise dinner. I'm going to valet the STS and one of our sons will have valeted the XLR and we are going to switch tickets at dinner, should be a lot of fun! I am so looking forward to this car,I just hope she lets me drive it. :yesnod

Fangs/Indiana

As my name infers I am a senior, sold my 2004 vette conv(8000 miles) for XLR. I can't wait , have been told production week of 13 Feb 06. I have had 2 vettes, 3 eldos. I fell in love with the XLR when I saw it in Neiman Marcus 2002 Christmas catalog, took me this long, but it is my Christmas present from my husband( what a man).

Seniormoment/Wisconsin

As my name infers I am a senior, sold my 2004 vette conv(8000 miles) for XLR. I can't wait , have been told production week of 13 Feb 06. I have had 2 vettes, 3 eldos. I fell in love with the XLR when I saw it in Neiman Marcus 2002 Christmas catalog, took me this long, but it is my Christmas present from my husband( what a man).

Seniormoment/Wisconsin
Hi, I bought one.:lol
Do you get an XLR or an XLR V?
Thanks
Harry

gold mist xlr w/black interior

gold mist xlr w/black interior
nice color, saw my first one in gold mist last aug. while I was for vacation in Fl.
It is a new color for 2006:thumbs

Harry

Thanks I hope it is as beautiful as I think it will be.
How far is Kitzingen fron Aachen? In doing research on my fathers family I found I have a second cousin living in Aachen.

Thanks I hope it is as beautiful as I think it will be.
How far is Kitzingen fron Aachen? In doing research on my fathers family I found I have a second cousin living in Aachen.
Hi,
Kitzingen to Aachen is 380 km (about 235 miles) do you plan coming to visit Germany?

Harry

Im only 19... What is my generations call letters??? I dont even know yet ;) But im working on being one of the youngest to own one of these puppies... The greatist choice of my life was to work for myself instead of going to college... I entered a hot market by chance... and am looking to branch off into other things soon... incase this ride doesnt last...

Btw... am I the only Detroiter on here ???? Wheres the props to the city that gave birth to this beauty :flag

Does this sound familiar to anyone?

Does this sound familiar to anyone?


Very, but not the same one;)

Yep, here we go again
Bob:smash :smash Does this sound familiar to anyone?

Greetings,

Baby boomer empty nest. My wife and I had two luxury sedans. I decided that we should have a sports car. My first thought was Corvette, SL 500, SC430, Maserati Spider, Jag XK and Porsche 911. All these are wonderful cars, but Cadillac's XLR is the best in class. We also drive a Cadillac STS V8 when we need to carry more passengers or packages. I think I would have chose the Corvette if not for my wife's input. But now that I have lived with the XLR for 10 months, I cannot think of another luxury roadster I would rather drive or be seen in.

John

Greetings,

Baby boomer empty nest. My wife and I had two luxury sedans. I decided that we should have a sports car. My first thought was Corvette, SL 500, SC430, Maserati Spider, Jag XK and Porsche 911. All these are wonderful cars, but Cadillac's XLR is the best in class. We also drive a Cadillac STS V8 when we need to carry more passengers or packages. I think I would have chose the Corvette if not for my wife's input. But now that I have lived with the XLR for 10 months, I cannot think of another luxury roadster I would rather drive or be seen in.

John
Hi John,
how about an XLR V, as far what you have written I could imagine seeing you driving one, sooner ot later:lol

I, for myself planning to buy new within one year, hard to decide XLR V (here available in Europe) one year from now - or Z 06 (available now - but hard to get here).
Have a nice day
Hans

I'm 34 and don't consider myself as Gen X or Y just a purist when it comes to cars, performance, luxury and innovation! I think that Cadillac's current marketing campaign has been successful in capturing the attention of non-conventional Cadillac owners (younger, non-retired), which were buying BMWs, Mercedes, and Porsches! I test drove all of them!! Cadillac caught my attention and I believe that Cadillac will dominate my age and income demographic. I still like the fact that my colleagues wish they would have waited for the xlr instead of buying SL 500 or BMW 745 IL prematurely. Definitely worth the wait!!
Miguel
:thumbs

Greetings,

I could not agree with you more. I purchased my 2005 XLR last year and many of my colleagues in the office and neighbors that purchased the SL500 or Lexus SC430 were very impressed and after a drive and comparison of features and how they are integrated, left some to say, "Why did I not consider Cadillac's XLR?" Funny, to be in this postion, but I understand, because before I decided on the XLR, I reviewed the SL500, SC430 with the thinking of I could be happy with any of these luxury roadsters, but the best in class is Cadillac's XLR for my requirements. And now the XLR-V is out, WOW!

JLM

Hi John,
how about an XLR V, as far what you have written I could imagine seeing you driving one, sooner ot later:lol

I, for myself planning to buy new within one year, hard to decide XLR V (here available in Europe) one year from now - or Z 06 (available now - but hard to get here).
Have a nice day
Hans

Greetins Hans,

Enjoy the research and evaluation. You cannot go wrong with the Z 06 or XLR-V. Wonderful sports cars but different characters. Please keep us informed as you progress.

John

Greetins Hans,

Enjoy the research and evaluation. You cannot go wrong with the Z 06 or XLR-V. Wonderful sports cars but different characters. Please keep us informed as you progress.

John
John, after three C5 Vette`s I know the different charakters of these two cars very well but it`s really hard which one to choose.
Best would be "take both" but that`s one too much.

Next month I`ll have the big chance to drive Bob`s V (if he let me):lol and after this long trip drive from Ca to NM and back I`ll be able to lnow more on "which one" to choose.

Hans

John, after three C5 Vette`s I know the different charakters of these two cars very well but it`s really hard which one to choose.
Best would be "take both" but that`s one too much.

Next month I`ll have the big chance to drive Bob`s V (if he let me):lol and after this long trip drive from Ca to NM and back I`ll be able to lnow more on "which one" to choose.

Hans


Hans,

I really like the new Vette. My brother has decided to purchase a Vette for his sports car in about two years. He is saving up for it. I think I could be happy with either car. But now that I have owned the XLR, would I be disappointed in the Vette interior, features or ride? Mmmmm. Note sure but I think I will wait for my brother to purchase his and compare.

John

John,
I guarantee that Hans will choose the XLR-V. You have to drive this machine before you can choose. If you have the bucks, you'll choose the V.