Media dumps

[jbawden]

I race motorcycles at Laguna and I'm absolutely amazed by the location of the brake markers and how little time is spent in the brakes in any of the corners. Going to T2 I started to have a panic reaction cuz the dude still had the throttle matted 150 meters before the apex!!

 

[coffee_time]

Magnaflow exhaust development for CT5-V Blackwing

Yoooo I LOVE the hood on that thing! Reminds me of the stock one on my V3.

 

[565565]

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60806241/2024-cadillac-ct5-v-blackwing-20th-anniversary-edition/

First article I saw on this. Seems like the assembly process is significantly different. Makes sense why it's 36k. Not sure if hand assembled is actually better.

 

[T.O.Blackwing]

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a60806241/2024-cadillac-ct5-v-blackwing-20th-anniversary-edition/

First article I saw on this. Seems like the assembly process is significantly different. Makes sense why it's 36k. Not sure if hand assembled is actually better.

$36k is a bargain for this.
Probably still less than an M5 CS, even.

 

[T.O.Blackwing]

Here’s another one:

https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a60802099/hand-built-cadillac-ct5-v-blackwing/

 

[rubberduck]

Does anyone know who got these or which dealers? It seems like they dished these out by dealers based on who the dealers thought were the best choice?

I remain baffled at how Cadillac handles consumer loyalty. I had no clue about this and would have been interested had I known. To be fair, BMW is just as crappy with their M customers which I used to be.

You need to be a high roller and know the right people. These are not for peasants like me.

 

[jbawden]

GM doesn't owe me anything just because this is my 3rd V. They have repaid me in spades by continually improving this amazing sedan.

 

[Ergoc5]

You need to be a high roller and know the right people. These are not for peasants like me.

It appears they were very selective via the dealer network and identified non Cadillac owner high rollers for this

 

[seattlecubes]

Thought this was an interesting watch (and didn’t see it posted so apologies if I overlooked that):

 

[Dirkbg]

Isn't this where the CT4 and CT5 are built: GM Confirms $175 Million Investment for Chevy Camaro Production in Michigan

I wonder if that has any bearing on the future Cadillacs? The only thing that seems likely is the future Camaro is going to be all electric. There still seems to be discussion about the design, SUV, car, and 4-door.

 

[Butterbean]

You need to be a high roller and know the right people. These are not for peasants like me.

Otto Cadillac in Albany, NY got one. It was sold to Post Malone.

 

[Throat Yogurt]

This recent article on Hagerty lists 9 of their favorite modern wheel designs. Two of the 9 can be found on a Blackwing.

9 of Our Favorite Modern Wheel Designs - Hagerty Media

While many among our staff think that the best wheel designs are decades old, these modern wheels stand out as our favorites.

www.hagerty.com

 

[savethemanual]

Spy Photos Catch Ford Testing Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Against Mustang

A Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing was spotted at Ford's test track with a Mustang convertible amid rumors that Ford is working on a Mustang sedan.

www.thedrive.com

ooh, this could be interesting. Bets on if ford uses a ecoboost, V6 or a V8?

 

[565565]

It's not a Blackwing but it is a Cadillac.

 

[rdollie]

It's not a Blackwing but it is a Cadillac.

Waking up in the morning to a Cammisa Hagerty drop is always a great way to start the day.

 

[5VBW Nick]

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Le Monstre edition!

 

[565565]

Site Maintenance

Le Monster edition!

CT5-V - 2023 CT5-V Blackwing Order Banks Closed!?

Wonder what this means for the 4 BW counterparts. I'm pretty peeved considering that my '22 order got moved back to a '23 but my dealer hasn't had ANY allocations for a 6 speed yet, and it's already been 5 months since Cadillac decided to move production to '23 with no word on the status of my...

www.cadillacvnet.com

Throwback post of mine.

 

[Dirkbg]

I didn't see this posted yet, but it's not bad. He's a couple years late to the party, but better late than never. I think it's the same car from post #1698, and the same guy from post #1702. This predated the CT5 review by a week I think. His biggest gripe is the small/outdated infotainment screen, which is perfectly fine IMO but I know it's a peeve for many on here too.

 

[rubberduck]

 

[rubberduck]

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