My aunt had a car just like this her husband bought her it brand new, unfortunately two years later it was totaled, thankfully her daughter who was driving it walked away without a scratch! There nice safe cars,
I’m a Ford guy, but man oh man do I ever love this car. This is the same car that Richard Hammond reviewed. The Cadillac CTS was the first American luxury car to take on the BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz cars and it also blows any Japanese luxury car out of the water. If you want a cheap used luxury car that won’t cost you an arm and a leg for maintenance like a BMW, Audi or Mercedes-Benz, then the Cadillac CTS is the car for you.
Same! I actually just bought an 03 with 115k white diamond and wood trimmubgs, sun roof , tint ECT its a beauty! My Tahoe got totalled unfortunately where I live it won't be any good in the winter. So ill have it for summer I guess
Those new Sonatas are pretty freaking nice. Hyundais and Kias of late have been getting more and more appealing, and they're still really affordable for the most part!
Just got my 03 cts caddilac about 2weeks ago, love it so far,good looking car, butalready got a leaking valve that needsto be replaced. Cost 500-700. Expensive to fix this car so be ready. Apart from that I love it
David Henriquez It's running fine! I don't beat it i baby it. And Mine makes bluetooth calls because I have a aftermarket radio. I'm not sure about stock. Google it?
Hey Kyle, nice video. I have one question. Does the interior on these have a lot of squeaks and rattles? My brother might be getting one of these soon, and it's in great shape, but I was wondering how quiet they are inside. I haven't gotten a chance to drive this one yet and I'd like to know. Thanks!
@Forgoten214 the CTS-V from this generation just used the corvette engine, not a northstar. but yes it did have a 6 speed. The CTS is a great car, i've had my 03 for a little over a year now, maintenance is not wow high for a luxury car, it has all the amenities anyone could have asked for, especially in 2003, the engine is strong for being just a v6. This CTS is as base as you can go, no options at all, get some options and the interior will look much much better. wiki the options available.
The button with the "S" and gear surrounding it is stabilitrack. It's for winter driving. I'm not sure how it functions differently than the traction control switch in the glovebox. Or it is sportshift which changes how the transmission selects gears during acceleration and deceleration and is fun to drive with it on if you have the 3.6
the engine on the 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS Engine 2.6 L LY9 V6 (181 hp) 2.8 L LP1 V6 (210 hp) 3.2 L LA3 V6 (220 hp) 3.6 L LY7 V6 (255 hp) 5.7 L LS6 V8 (400 hp) 6.0 L LS2 V8 (400 hp)
@90Mrknowitall Actually you weren't completely wrong I just looked it up and the Malibu was related to the Cadillac BLS, but they only sold the BLS in Europe.
Nice man I like the CTS alot. I always liked the design. I always wondered why do they put rev limiters on cars so you can't rev it high in park? Any chances of a CTS-V from this generation? I believe they had a supercharged Northstar or something like that and a 6 speed. I know you have a newer generation CTS-V. I'd love to see a STS-V also if you could, they are great cars as well. Very underrated. IMO Wish you had a DeVile from 89-93 as well like the Junker one you showed.
the 2002-2007 Cadillac CTS was assembled in Lansing, Michigan, United States Shanghai, China Miaoli, Republic of China Kaliningrad, Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia
I'm really debating on the cts or the sts but I can't make up my mind. I love the features that the sts offers but I love the small sport feel of the cts.
Sad to say neither one. I did alot of research on both cars and I found that the cts had alot of tranny and electrical issues between several different owners and the sts I'm still hoping to get my hands on one one day. Hopefully an 08 model
Jermaine Shaw definitely go with the sts man you are on the right track as it is the more reliable and luxurious option hands down. i was set on buying an 08 sts as the car got some serious upgrades starting that year however i settled on an 07 because the price was unbeatable. are you thinking of getting a V6 or V8?
Jermaine Shaw and you dont mind the drop in mpg? the v6 is just about as fast and gets better mpg for the 08 model.Personally i think if you want the V8 2007 is the best year as it is just as fast as the newer v8's and the gas mileage is the best of any year.
Great Video ! hey folks ! Ive got this question , Im planning to buy a Cadillac Cts and Id like to know if the car is durable and if is it a good car (looks great.) thanks guys !
I also forgot to mention that she got the top of the line with the memory seating, wood trim, etc. The only thing it doesnt have is the nav. She was going to get a 2006 STS though but she likes the CTS better.
@vladimirmckenzie i must have stated this a million times but there are different trims of this car that has top end interior,even low end merc n bmw have plastic interior ,the 3.6 cts has nice interior
@Zinizzle Yeah the older CTS had a rather cheap interior but the newest generation has nice details and materials. The interior of my Dad's 01 Olds Aurora squeaks and rattles quite a lot.
For sale, always inside and beautiful! See post below as it is for sale today. Car is excellent and reason for sale is for an adult further education ....
Looking at either these, a Lincoln MKZ, or a Buick Lucerne for my next vehicle. How is the ride? I have a bad back, so I'm looking for something that's smooth and has well padded seats. Also wondering about reliability, because I have seen many reviews saying they are money pits, and many other that say they are good cars. Any CTS owners want to fill me in?
I would recommend the Buick Lucerne out of the top three. It's old school luxury, real luxury mind you, a rolling sofa which will Cottle and pamper you over every harsh bump of the American roads. Not to mention that it has actual interior space, a rear seat worthy of a king or a queen and an optional bench in the front on CX models. Fully loaded, the CXS songs with the top tier in North Star V8 for good power off the line.
+Jenko° You can go on websites like Kelly Blue Book and look at the features the car has to offer, but no it doesn't have one sadly.. I have an 04 V with the XM/Nav radio and it doesn't have one either. I had to buy an FM transmitter for it.
+lild1_2_3 Bumping to my reply I forgot to mention if you plan to get one like this you could get a Cassette adapter or you can head over to the Cadillac forums and they have some good guides on AUX options as well.
The cassette for 2003 was okay. Especially since then it was still older people buying Cadillacs so they actually had cassettes. The plastic... Well... Early 2000s GM didn't care at all about complete quality. That's why they had to take the bailout. Nowadays they're attending to that problem ;)
I have the same car that is a 2005 but some of the features are the same and I have yet to figure out what the button by the gear shifter does. It is an s with a gear around it. I think it is like sport suspension or something like that but I don't know and if somebody could tell me that would be great.
nice car! except the interior is kinda cheap... kyle can you try and do a 2003 Chevrolet Venture? i'd really appreciate it! haha thanks! love your videos!
This is one of america's high end luxury vehicles yet the interior, with exception of the steering wheel still looks like a plastic cheap Malibu. I love the look from outside, almost bought one, but once I sat in it, I just couldn't believe it. Why cant the america automotive industry lift up the interior build quality of their cars, It is the one thing that truly leaves us behind the europeans. As a student of Automotive Engineering, it is a huge let down, so much needs changing
My aunt had a car just like this her husband bought her it brand new, unfortunately two years later it was totaled, thankfully her daughter who was driving it walked away without a scratch! There nice safe cars,
Car is worth like 3k now maybe 5k depending in condition oh how time flies
What's funny is 3 years later you're spot on according to KBB 🤣
And now 5 years later it back up to 10k for a good model 😂
I’m a Ford guy, but man oh man do I ever love this car. This is the same car that Richard Hammond reviewed. The Cadillac CTS was the first American luxury car to take on the BMW, Audi and Mercedes-Benz cars and it also blows any Japanese luxury car out of the water. If you want a cheap used luxury car that won’t cost you an arm and a leg for maintenance like a BMW, Audi or Mercedes-Benz, then the Cadillac CTS is the car for you.
Richard Hammond sabe de coches nivel cuñao.Es un payasete.He is a clown.
i loved this as i saw in matrix movie
Just got mine today, sport and luxury package with the premium Diamond white paint. 3.6 engine with bose and all the goodies. LOVE it.
Same! I actually just bought an 03 with 115k white diamond and wood trimmubgs, sun roof , tint ECT its a beauty! My Tahoe got totalled unfortunately where I live it won't be any good in the winter. So ill have it for summer I guess
My late grandpa had this car, in beige. At 140k miles, it was beat up and had some engine trouble, but it was overall a smooth and comfortable ride.
love the all black interior!! looks classy for an '03
Great video as always Kyle! Those are aweseome!
Those new Sonatas are pretty freaking nice. Hyundais and Kias of late have been getting more and more appealing, and they're still really affordable for the most part!
Just got my 03 cts caddilac about 2weeks ago, love it so far,good looking car, butalready got a leaking valve that needsto be replaced. Cost 500-700. Expensive to fix this car so be ready. Apart from that I love it
do you still have it
@@unlined_sardine7426 i still got mine
@@issacflores7588 how many miles
@@unlined_sardine7426 225k miles on the odometer
This is gonna be my first car at 17!! YAY!
This was my first car too! (i still have it, i've had it about a month!)
Chris hauser hows it running ?
Chris hauser can i make calls does it have blue tooth
David Henriquez It's running fine! I don't beat it i baby it. And Mine makes bluetooth calls because I have a aftermarket radio. I'm not sure about stock. Google it?
David Henriquez which after market radio do you recommend ?what double din kit did you use?
I drove this car in grand theft auto 4, during the mission, where you get aiden o malley prisoner.
Omg the Albany Presidente
Cadillac CTS in GTA IV? what's kinda GTA game you played? Hahaha 😂🤣
@@rafapenson
GTA 4. It's literally in there except labelled as the "Presidente" and not the CTS or anything like that.
I have a 2006 CTS and I love it
One of the best looking cadillac designs in 2 decades. Man though there is an abundance of plastic in the interior of an "upscale" car...
This car starred in The Matrix Reloaded
The matrix reloaded is my all time favorite movie! Because of that movie, as a 7 year old I always wanted to own one. Today I do have a CTS.😁
I bought my first caddy after seeing these vids and either this or the 04 cts will be next
I really like the interior as it really does look very classy.
i already saw this car in Matrix: Reloaded but this car is good! especially in Bad Boys 2 they use the CTS yet again!
I never dreamed an American car designed in Germany assembled in Mexico with parts made in Canada could be so amazing!
The CTS was assembled at Lansing River Assembly in Michigan.
The car in the background shifting at 1:50😂
The Cadillac CTS has come a long way...
@avenger836 It's actually indicates a "sports mode" and not stabilitrack. The traction control can be turned off in the glovebox.
Hey Kyle, nice video. I have one question. Does the interior on these have a lot of squeaks and rattles? My brother might be getting one of these soon, and it's in great shape, but I was wondering how quiet they are inside. I haven't gotten a chance to drive this one yet and I'd like to know. Thanks!
@Forgoten214 the CTS-V from this generation just used the corvette engine, not a northstar. but yes it did have a 6 speed.
The CTS is a great car, i've had my 03 for a little over a year now, maintenance is not wow high for a luxury car, it has all the amenities anyone could have asked for, especially in 2003, the engine is strong for being just a v6. This CTS is as base as you can go, no options at all, get some options and the interior will look much much better. wiki the options available.
The button with the "S" and gear surrounding it is stabilitrack. It's for winter driving. I'm not sure how it functions differently than the traction control switch in the glovebox. Or it is sportshift which changes how the transmission selects gears during acceleration and deceleration and is fun to drive with it on if you have the 3.6
you can thank the build quality of this era of gm. it nearly caused the collapse in 08, but they learned somewhat, and are now building better cars
What's wrong with the built quality of this era of GM? This CTS is a fine piece.
kyle do a new audi A8 and a hyundai equus. A lifted diesel truck would be cool too.
i watch all of your vids, your doing a great job man!
Nice CTS, but I prefer the Corvette powered V. Other than that, great job, Kyle! :)
Nice Caddy CTS!!! :)
The star of The Matrix Reloaded
love this car thanks Kyle ^_^
Hey kyle, do you think you could do any year saturn vue, I don't think you have one on your channel
Thanks
nowadays, casette players are awesome because you can plug your ipod in by the tape adapters you can get for $10
great review!
I want this or a GS300. Love this one way more but I read the reviews and ugh makes me sad that they don't last long
the engine on the 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS
Engine
2.6 L LY9 V6 (181 hp)
2.8 L LP1 V6 (210 hp)
3.2 L LA3 V6 (220 hp)
3.6 L LY7 V6 (255 hp)
5.7 L LS6 V8 (400 hp)
6.0 L LS2 V8 (400 hp)
Mine is an 04 with 58k miles and I do NOT give two shits what people say about it I love it.
@90Mrknowitall This car isn't related to the Malibu in any way, only that they are both made by GM.
@90Mrknowitall Actually you weren't completely wrong I just looked it up and the Malibu was related to the Cadillac BLS, but they only sold the BLS in Europe.
i love these cadillacs!! Do the wheels kinda look cheap for a caddy or is it just me?
Nice man I like the CTS alot. I always liked the design.
I always wondered why do they put rev limiters on cars so you can't rev it high in park?
Any chances of a CTS-V from this generation? I believe they had a supercharged Northstar or something like that and a 6 speed. I know you have a newer generation CTS-V.
I'd love to see a STS-V also if you could, they are great cars as well. Very underrated. IMO
Wish you had a DeVile from 89-93 as well like the Junker one you showed.
Great car when fully loaded I got one my self sport mode is a thrill with rwd
the 2002-2007 Cadillac CTS was assembled in
Lansing, Michigan, United States
Shanghai, China
Miaoli, Republic of China
Kaliningrad, Kaliningrad Oblast, Russia
Love it I have a 2009... Love it!!!
I'm really debating on the cts or the sts but I can't make up my mind. I love the features that the sts offers but I love the small sport feel of the cts.
what did you get?
Sad to say neither one. I did alot of research on both cars and I found that the cts had alot of tranny and electrical issues between several different owners and the sts I'm still hoping to get my hands on one one day. Hopefully an 08 model
Jermaine Shaw definitely go with the sts man you are on the right track as it is the more reliable and luxurious option hands down. i was set on buying an 08 sts as the car got some serious upgrades starting that year however i settled on an 07 because the price was unbeatable. are you thinking of getting a V6 or V8?
liminalexpression V8 most definitely
Jermaine Shaw and you dont mind the drop in mpg? the v6 is just about as fast and gets better mpg for the 08 model.Personally i think if you want the V8 2007 is the best year as it is just as fast as the newer v8's and the gas mileage is the best of any year.
Great Video !
hey folks ! Ive got this question , Im planning to buy a Cadillac Cts and Id like to know if the car is durable and if is it a good car (looks great.) thanks guys !
This is on most wanted game.
@lotsblocks no they aren't...the Engine and Transmission are General Motors parts.
For your 1000th video you should do a Lexus LFA!
the transmission of the 2003-2007 Cadillac CTS
Transmission
5-speed 5L40-E automatic
5-speed Getrag 260 manual
6-speed Aisin AY-6 manual
6-speed Tremec T-56 manual
Why would you put cruise control on the bottom of the wheel?
I'm not sure I would raise my glass and buy that car today.
Comparing this mk1 CTS & the current mk3 CTS, my has Cadillac come far.
people complain about the plastic but let something other than plastic be there and it tears, some people would throw a fit
My mom just got a white one today:D. I posted a picture on your Facebook wall.
Neighbor has this car.
FUNNY STORY:
A tree branch fell on it! No joke, I'm being serious.
R.I.P neighbors cadillac
wow, not so funny. My dad owned a tree branch and now it's totalled
I also forgot to mention that she got the top of the line with the memory seating, wood trim, etc. The only thing it doesnt have is the nav. She was going to get a 2006 STS though but she likes the CTS better.
Need For Speed Most Wanted got me into this car.
@cessnaid If you look on Kyle's channel there is a link to his facebook fan page.
@vladimirmckenzie i must have stated this a million times but there are different trims of this car that has top end interior,even low end merc n bmw have plastic interior ,the 3.6 cts has nice interior
Ripp off 9k?
@Zinizzle Yeah the older CTS had a rather cheap interior but the newest generation has nice details and materials. The interior of my Dad's 01 Olds Aurora squeaks and rattles quite a lot.
kyle could you do a full tour on the new chrysler 200 or the redesigned 2011 chrysler 300c
For sale, always inside and beautiful! See post below as it is for sale today. Car is excellent and reason for sale is for an adult further education ....
can you do the 2011 toyota corolla and 2011 scion tc and 97 toyota camry plz?
any chance on doing a review on a 2009 cts 2.8?
what car have you done that has the most hp?
The luxury sport package edition has a nice wood finish.
1:46 What a nice sound from a BMW! :)
nice work my friend , i hope to view the porsche cayenne 2011 and audi A8 thanx
can you try to review a honda fit? i just bought one. i know youre busy and stuff though.
u should do a review on the 80's cadillac eldorados
Should I buy this car in 2014 with 14000 mi? Im 17 and this will be my first car and its only $4900
AHAHAH dude im 17 too and this is my first car! BROFIST! Def buy it dude
Depends, watch out for the lower priced one's. They may have more issues. Generally these run more along the 7,000-8,000 range. What engine?
What does it mean when it says engine power reduced?
This was made when I was 10 days old lol
@UInACrash the 05 and up models 3.6 have a good interior,this is the older 3.2
That is the exact same car on the movie "Bad Boys 2"
Looking at either these, a Lincoln MKZ, or a Buick Lucerne for my next vehicle. How is the ride? I have a bad back, so I'm looking for something that's smooth and has well padded seats. Also wondering about reliability, because I have seen many reviews saying they are money pits, and many other that say they are good cars. Any CTS owners want to fill me in?
I would recommend the Buick Lucerne out of the top three. It's old school luxury, real luxury mind you, a rolling sofa which will Cottle and pamper you over every harsh bump of the American roads. Not to mention that it has actual interior space, a rear seat worthy of a king or a queen and an optional bench in the front on CX models. Fully loaded, the CXS songs with the top tier in North Star V8 for good power off the line.
Very interested in this particular car. What kind of financing can I get for $2000 down?
Does the radio have an aux cable?
+Jenko° You can go on websites like Kelly Blue Book and look at the features the car has to offer, but no it doesn't have one sadly.. I have an 04 V with the XM/Nav radio and it doesn't have one either. I had to buy an FM transmitter for it.
+lild1_2_3 Bumping to my reply I forgot to mention if you plan to get one like this you could get a Cassette adapter or you can head over to the Cadillac forums and they have some good guides on AUX options as well.
isn't bobmayberry Hyundai where you got your Hyundai Genesis?
NFS most wanted Cadillac CTS
¿Va incluida Trinity? 😘
@Walterfreudt They're all wonderful. The Eldy, SeVille, and STS all have the Northstar, unless you get the V6 STS, with a 3.6L V6, from the 2004- CTS.
The cassette for 2003 was okay. Especially since then it was still older people buying Cadillacs so they actually had cassettes.
The plastic... Well... Early 2000s GM didn't care at all about complete quality. That's why they had to take the bailout.
Nowadays they're attending to that problem ;)
Can you PLEASE do a review of the 2006 Cadillac CTS-V?!?!?
I have the same car that is a 2005 but some of the features are the same and I have yet to figure out what the button by the gear shifter does. It is an s with a gear around it. I think it is like sport suspension or something like that but I don't know and if somebody could tell me that would be great.
What does Kyle say at 3:43??
He said that in a few videos and I never understand what he says
nice car! except the interior is kinda cheap...
kyle can you try and do a 2003 Chevrolet Venture? i'd really appreciate it! haha thanks! love your videos!
Hey, Kyle can you pls review a cts-v of this generation model :-)
hows the fuel efficiency
Why don't you make your videos in hd ? It will be more good for you, and us. Keep up the good job !!!
Not to shabby. Not a fan of the 3.2, the rear seat pouches and the smaller tires but overall its a good car! But come on 3.2 why not 3.8 or 4.2?
This is one of america's high end luxury vehicles yet the interior, with exception of the steering wheel still looks like a plastic cheap Malibu. I love the look from outside, almost bought one, but once I sat in it, I just couldn't believe it. Why cant the america automotive industry lift up the interior build quality of their cars, It is the one thing that truly leaves us behind the europeans. As a student of Automotive Engineering, it is a huge let down, so much needs changing
Want to buy this car,ASAP
14 mpg on this car?
Why is there a rev limiter and why is it only at 2500 rpm?
@LoveTheCity123 He has one on his channel(it's fairly new)
Nice looking car but why black interior? Leather is bad enough on a hot or cold day imagine black? Would prefer if it had a grey interior.
The center stack still looks like a PC from the late 90s.