eye on the details..from your garage..tools..to the projects..always taking care of the smallest details..much respect..and envy..the Caddy is a killer..
New subscriber and so glad I found your channel! It's nice to see someone knowledgeable as yourself that doesn't mind working his ass off to do the job correctly. You my friend are a pleasure to watch! This series on the Cadillac has been nothing short of amazing what a man can do if he doesn't mind working!! Beautiful damn car!
Dude, I gotta tell ya….you are killing it! Much respect from this old car guy. I have been watching your vids for the past couple of days. They make me wanna get up off my old fat butt and get out in my garage and do something. I like the way you do your vids. Not a bunch of self promotion, “cool guy” lingo, or shout outs. You are all business. I learn a lot. Keep it up.
Perfect fitment and with all these neon cars driving down the road it sure is refreshing to see a unique classy color combo from the glossy factory paint and those rims
Bought mine July '20 for $12k RPM level 5 t56 $4,000 Four months later when second gear fragged thus destroying other internals... Tick stage 1 t56 with bungs and sprayers and micropolishing - $5,000 $21,000ish We've also done ceramic tint, added a spoiler, and added a diff brace that creates a fourth mount to the subframe. But I love her.
Great content. I love my Cadillac. I’ve always had them since I was in high school. First car I had was a gift from my grandmother 1987 saville and been hooked since. Then I got a 1995 Seville big body! And I took a break for a minute since parts and labor can be a bit pricey. And now I’m older with better job, I have a 2020 Cadillac CTs and I absolutely remember why I love Cadillac. This car is a dream. It run’s amazing and quick for just being a 2.0 turbo.
I own a 2006 CTS Sport Luxury with 87K. It looksmlike new and drive great. I'm not trying to compare it with your CTS-V, of course, but my Caddy is a preasure and a blast to drive. It corners amazingly flat an the 24 valve V6 provides nice power. The look is timeless to me and i always get comments from strangers. Anyone who is unfamiliar with the first gen CTS performance models has no idea of just what they're missing out on. Your 2005 would be my dream car if I were to own it's twin. Just fantastic!
Wow 6k for a V that is amazing, you are blessed. Keep up the good work Chris, you're killing it!! I didn't even know this car came in stealth grey, GG bro! 🔥
Just found ur channel today.....the caddy brought ur channel to my attention....I also have a 06 CTS.... absolutely love the driving performance.....and ya have to admit...the car has an amazing stance to it...thanks for ur videos
GM actually makes a plug and play infotainment system updated display and everything for those and the c6. And 💯 agree needs mgw short throw...love your channel keep up the solid work!!!!
First off man, congrats on getting her so cheap, she sounds amazing. A-mazing dude. I'm kind of sad that electric cars are going to be all that we can buy soon. If you didn't get a chance to see the new Dodge electric Charger clip with it's fake exhaust noise, please check it out. It sounds like a pregnant cat. World of difference between an actual 5.7L V8 engine lol.
Love the break down videos. Would love to see this more for other projects. Plus maybe a video about how much profit you make once it’s done. Either way.. keep up the great work!
Still can't believe I found this channel on a whim... or by RPM posting about you... can't remember now but the first video I watched was the WOT box (still need to save to get mine) and gotta say, will be a long time sub for sure. Great content.
Bad ass man!! Loved this series with the cts v, by far my favorite color and favorite car! Have fun and enjoy it! I have an 07 Escalade currently and love it, it has its issues but it’s also one of my favorite vehicles, I had an 03 cts and that’s where my love for Cadillac started!
New sub! Went back and watched the series on this car. Awesome you brought it back to life. I'll also go back watch the your previous videos on the other car's you built.
Double click the interior lock button and it should lock while on. If you're going to install a short shifter, change the end link to the trans as well, it'll feel much better.
You have a beautiful car they finally addressed the interior problem it's not as nice as a European sports sedan but its a big leap forward compared to where it came from i have a Ats-v and it has the seude recaro seats and carbon fiber package everything can be controlled from the steering wheel i had a cts like that and was very disappointed with the interior but a freaking fun car to drive sounded amazing too the Ats-v is more nimble than the cts-v and puts the power d 11:11 own better!
Sweet car man! Had mine for 10 years now, trust me it’s a love hate relationship lol My car is a 2006 and mine does have the volume and skip buttons on the steering wheel! Keep it up with the great videos!
Chris, Love everything to do with the CTSV all videos were great that’s what made me a subscriber to your channel. Question how did you go about polishing the instrument cluster lens? I got a few pieces I would like to polish with the same results.. keep up the great work…
Awesome job. Things beautiful. I have a 03 cts. Been lookin for a 1st gen cts v in the fl area and hard to find, especially in good shape. Theres a 2006 cts-v RWD locally for $22k 75k miles. Hell of a find. He'll of a job in the build
I search for deals like that good find for a car that didnt need alot. When i graduated highschool in 06 there was a few of us that were car guys we all had trans am's and camaros. I had a 98 z28, but the cts v was like the talk everyone man i want one of those. But late 90's and early 2000's were i think the last of all the cool cars. You had all the jdm, the muscle man those were the days
Great series! I'm thinking of buying one here shortly. Did you ever get around to fix the clunk noise from the differential? I know these are notorious for the differential problems.
Been a ford guy for life but always had a soft spot for a V. Prices on the gen 1s are far below a cobra or gt500 thinking about scooping one up next year. Little more useable than a coupe ford that’s insanely expensive to mod and fix.
Great work on the ctsv caddy brotha!!! She sounds and looks amazing ! You do clean work! I hope to get as good as you at restoration 360* on a car. I am trying to find a cts v from 2004-2008 eta for about 10k or less. Your videos are very informative and I like the Choice In music and very good film work on zoom ins and angles ! 😎🤙🏼🔥
I have a 2nd gen CTS base and was wanting to add some of the factory options that it could have came with like remote starter, directional headlights, rainsense, navigation, etc. Do I need a scan tool to "wake up" those new modules in the car? Can this Autel do that? Was looking at the Topdon Phoenix but it is twice as expensive.
The financials are beyond awesome. For real, phenomenal. Your ability to turn a wrench has evolved into your ability to provide, in a big way…. How many hours labor was this?
05 V1 owner here. Currently needing valve cover, head and lower exhaust manifold gaskets to hopefully combat an overheating issue. Any recommendations on where to go for all that?
weird yours doesnt have the steering wheel controls cause i had an 05 CTS 3.6 that had programmable buttons on the wheel as well as scrolling type knobs to turn the volume up or down
I have always wanted one I’m kinda debating right now because I have been approved for a car so I’m looking at 2011 CTs v and Pontiac g8gts and if not that I’m getting a gto or ctsv 04
eye on the details..from your garage..tools..to the projects..always taking care of the smallest details..much respect..and envy..the Caddy is a killer..
Its Caddi. A Caddy is a carrier of golf clubs. ;)
Not just the cheapest, but easily one of the best looking 1st gen V's still out there! Good job!
This is the car that brought me to your channel. Just rewatching the recap for fun. Now, on to the interior of the not so cheap Cobra.
Killed it with this build.. can’t wait for some performance upgrades. See what she does at the track!
New subscriber and so glad I found your channel! It's nice to see someone knowledgeable as yourself that doesn't mind working his ass off to do the job correctly. You my friend are a pleasure to watch! This series on the Cadillac has been nothing short of amazing what a man can do if he doesn't mind working!! Beautiful damn car!
Dude, I gotta tell ya….you are killing it! Much respect from this old car guy. I have been watching your vids for the past couple of days. They make me wanna get up off my old fat butt and get out in my garage and do something. I like the way you do your vids. Not a bunch of self promotion, “cool guy” lingo, or shout outs. You are all business. I learn a lot. Keep it up.
Stumbled on the original vid of when you found it, subscribed then, and followed the rest of the way. Great content so far. I like rebuilds like this.
Binge watched the entire series on this car. Super satisfying. Nice work man!
Killer build! I love that car. There is something very satisfying about watching your videos, keep up with the great content.
Thanks!
You and me both 👍
Perfect fitment and with all these neon cars driving down the road it sure is refreshing to see a unique classy color combo from the glossy factory paint and those rims
Great presentation and great car...but the coolest thing in your garage is pictured at 1:31.....Legendary American, THE DUKE !!!
Bought mine July '20 for $12k
RPM level 5 t56 $4,000
Four months later when second gear fragged thus destroying other internals... Tick stage 1 t56 with bungs and sprayers and micropolishing - $5,000
$21,000ish
We've also done ceramic tint, added a spoiler, and added a diff brace that creates a fourth mount to the subframe.
But I love her.
We don’t want a lot…just a small build of performance upgrades.
Great job
The Brembo's is what really sold me on a 1st gen V. Zero fad and total control. Very very powerful.
Great content. I love my Cadillac. I’ve always had them since I was in high school. First car I had was a gift from my grandmother 1987 saville and been hooked since. Then I got a 1995 Seville big body! And I took a break for a minute since parts and labor can be a bit pricey. And now I’m older with better job, I have a 2020 Cadillac CTs and I absolutely remember why I love Cadillac. This car is a dream. It run’s amazing and quick for just being a 2.0 turbo.
I consider myself a Ford guy, but even this GM content is great stuff Chris! Love seeing these cars being brought back to life!
@@MattN03 that's what it's all about!
Wow, I am awe of this car and also your talent to do what you’ve done to it. Thank you for sharing.
I own a 2006 CTS Sport Luxury with 87K. It looksmlike new and drive great. I'm not trying to compare it with your CTS-V, of course, but my Caddy is a preasure and a blast to drive. It corners amazingly flat an the 24 valve V6 provides nice power. The look is timeless to me and i always get comments from strangers.
Anyone who is unfamiliar with the first gen CTS performance models has no idea of just what they're missing out on. Your 2005 would be my dream car if I were to own it's twin. Just fantastic!
Wow 6k for a V that is amazing, you are blessed. Keep up the good work Chris, you're killing it!! I didn't even know this car came in stealth grey, GG bro! 🔥
That color has really grown on me! Lookin great
Just found ur channel today.....the caddy brought ur channel to my attention....I also have a 06 CTS.... absolutely love the driving performance.....and ya have to admit...the car has an amazing stance to it...thanks for ur videos
GM actually makes a plug and play infotainment system updated display and everything for those and the c6. And 💯 agree needs mgw short throw...love your channel keep up the solid work!!!!
Got a link? I’ve had mine for a while now and on all the groups and have never seen or heard this
@@chriswilburn8456 because it doesn’t exist unfortunately
Yeah until I see a link to an actual item and an example of one installed I call BS
First off man, congrats on getting her so cheap, she sounds amazing. A-mazing dude. I'm kind of sad that electric cars are going to be all that we can buy soon. If you didn't get a chance to see the new Dodge electric Charger clip with it's fake exhaust noise, please check it out. It sounds like a pregnant cat. World of difference between an actual 5.7L V8 engine lol.
Electric cars are gonna flop
I have always liked these cars but after watching these videos on it - I want one! Great job on it!
Dude awesome content! Found your channel a month ago and hooked!
Great series/ car. Love the lines, stance and the exhaust notes are SO good!
Love the break down videos. Would love to see this more for other projects. Plus maybe a video about how much profit you make once it’s done. Either way.. keep up the great work!
20,000 grand in this market, super jealous. Congrats keep up the good content.
This is awesome. Your channel is getting big bro. Keep up the great work
Great channel, great content. Not sure why he doesn't have more subscribers!!!!
I appreciate that!
Still can't believe I found this channel on a whim... or by RPM posting about you... can't remember now but the first video I watched was the WOT box (still need to save to get mine) and gotta say, will be a long time sub for sure. Great content.
🔥 did your thing on this shit. If the person that sold you the car ever saw this video they’d be so sick 🤣
Bad ass man!! Loved this series with the cts v, by far my favorite color and favorite car! Have fun and enjoy it! I have an 07 Escalade currently and love it, it has its issues but it’s also one of my favorite vehicles, I had an 03 cts and that’s where my love for Cadillac started!
@Chris i think i missed the video where you fixed the diff or diff bushings. What was the actual cause of the rear end clunk? 🤔
New sub! Went back and watched the series on this car. Awesome you brought it back to life. I'll also go back watch the your previous videos on the other car's you built.
Thanks man! Enjoy!
@@ChrisSullivan69 he
My creative steel adjustable short shifter works WONDERFULLY with cups/bottles/tumblers in the cup holders.
absolutely love the content can’t wait to see the new build
Funny to see lots of familiar places. I wok on the base and travelled those roads since i was a kid.
What rims are those??? Look amazing
Car looks amazing!! Awesome job overall!
WOW you did such a fantastic job on this Cadillac! I just love it!
Double click the interior lock button and it should lock while on. If you're going to install a short shifter, change the end link to the trans as well, it'll feel much better.
Chris, i really enjoyed the videos on this car. It is a beautiful car, and as always, you did a great job.
Glad you enjoyed it!!
The car paid for itself basically, excellent daily. Truly my dream car
You have a beautiful car they finally addressed the interior problem it's not as nice as a European sports sedan but its a big leap forward compared to where it came from i have a Ats-v and it has the seude recaro seats and carbon fiber package everything can be controlled from the steering wheel i had a cts like that and was very disappointed with the interior but a freaking fun car to drive sounded amazing too the Ats-v is more nimble than the cts-v and puts the power d 11:11 own better!
I can't find these f14 wheels in stock anywhere. Kinda worried they've done away with them. Exhaust sounds great. I am looking to get one this week!
Amazing series bro I loved it 💪🏽
Fantastic as always sir!
Sweet car man! Had mine for 10 years now, trust me it’s a love hate relationship lol My car is a 2006 and mine does have the volume and skip buttons on the steering wheel! Keep it up with the great videos!
I'd give you 10k on the spot for that car bro, you did a great job bringing her back to life.
blessed and able to do the labor and talent is priceless
Chris, Love everything to do with the CTSV all videos were great that’s what made me a subscriber to your channel. Question how did you go about polishing the instrument cluster lens? I got a few pieces I would like to polish with the same results.. keep up the great work…
Just some meguiars plastic X polishing compound
Awesome find, great series 👍
The car has a real good exhaust note ! What a bargain!
Love the channel, can’t wait to see more videos with the vette
Great job love the videos hope to find a deal like this when I get serious about looking for a V
Congrats dude, car was definitely saved!
Can you give the make/model and specs for the wheels and tires on this car? Would love to put the same on mine. Thanks
Forgestar f14s
Did you fix the rear end clunking? There were not parts needed for that repair?
Awesome job. Things beautiful. I have a 03 cts. Been lookin for a 1st gen cts v in the fl area and hard to find, especially in good shape. Theres a 2006 cts-v RWD locally for $22k 75k miles. Hell of a find. He'll of a job in the build
Right on 🤙
Love this car and all the mods you have done to it car looks amazing sounds so good too
Really awesome watching you restore and modify that Caddy Chris!
Guy who sold you the car: "Dayum..."
Do you know the size of the carrier bolts that go in the front carrier subframe? I’m missing the front two and my radiator dropped lol
I search for deals like that good find for a car that didnt need alot. When i graduated highschool in 06 there was a few of us that were car guys we all had trans am's and camaros. I had a 98 z28, but the cts v was like the talk everyone man i want one of those. But late 90's and early 2000's were i think the last of all the cool cars. You had all the jdm, the muscle man those were the days
Whoa amazing deal. I love that car man. Enjoy it
Great video series!! What do you calculate your total man hours are?
Hard to say. 40-60ish? This is an interesting idea. I'll try to keep better track of this on the next build
@@ChrisSullivan69 yah its always a better deal for DYI people who can do the work. Labor kills it for everyone else.
Great series! I'm thinking of buying one here shortly. Did you ever get around to fix the clunk noise from the differential? I know these are notorious for the differential problems.
Loved the build! Especially since I got a CTS right before you got yours
Hey bro wanted to ask on that clean CTs v what size of wheels does it have and off set
Been a ford guy for life but always had a soft spot for a V. Prices on the gen 1s are far below a cobra or gt500 thinking about scooping one up next year. Little more useable than a coupe ford that’s insanely expensive to mod and fix.
Beautiful car and great videos Chris!! Do you know where I good purchase the rims you have. '05 V
The car turned out awesome..💥💥💪💪
Chris do you know if that scanner works with all cars ?
Sure does
@@ChrisSullivan69 what kind of camera do you use?
I installed a MGW short throw on my SS sedan and a lighter clutch return spring and I love it. Maybe they make one for the Vs..
Great work on the ctsv caddy brotha!!! She sounds and looks amazing ! You do clean work! I hope to get as good as you at restoration 360* on a car. I am trying to find a cts v from 2004-2008 eta for about 10k or less. Your videos are very informative and I like the Choice In music and very good film work on zoom ins and angles ! 😎🤙🏼🔥
2006 ctsv 4 door. Can a later model front end swap ?
Did you ever figure out and fix the clunk? Keeping or selling? Been looking for 1st gen. When you get tired of it please keep me in mind.
This was awesome man!!!
Nice car and great choice of mods.
wow just wow!!! i have a 08 cts awd and i thought it was nice but this v is beautiful.
I have a 2nd gen CTS base and was wanting to add some of the factory options that it could have came with like remote starter, directional headlights, rainsense, navigation, etc. Do I need a scan tool to "wake up" those new modules in the car? Can this Autel do that? Was looking at the Topdon Phoenix but it is twice as expensive.
The financials are beyond awesome. For real, phenomenal. Your ability to turn a wrench has evolved into your ability to provide, in a big way….
How many hours labor was this?
05 V1 owner here. Currently needing valve cover, head and lower exhaust manifold gaskets to hopefully combat an overheating issue. Any recommendations on where to go for all that?
Great video series!
How did he do a synthetic oil change for $24. I can't even get 5 or 6 quarts for that.
For Daily driving, CTS-V or STS-V?
I have a manual ATS coupe here in Toronto Canada. Nice Caddi.
beautiful car , you did an amazing " clean up "
Can you give me some examples of cars with less plastic in the interior? Thanks
WHAT A DEAL!!!! LOVE IT.
Loved watchin this CTSV transform
weird yours doesnt have the steering wheel controls cause i had an 05 CTS 3.6 that had programmable buttons on the wheel as well as scrolling type knobs to turn the volume up or down
Nice little ride.
Crazy numbers. Fantastic job on a beautiful car. Don't let the guy you bought it from see these videos 😂
FYI, They are going for 17 to 22K on Bring a trailer. Awesome build, great work!
I’d take 15 for mine with stage 4 cam 😅
@@64rafa54still holding to that??
Do you think you might want to sell it later and if so how much would you consider?
I have always wanted one I’m kinda debating right now because I have been approved for a car so I’m looking at 2011 CTs v and Pontiac g8gts and if not that I’m getting a gto or ctsv 04
That exhaust tho….wow 😍
Picked mine up about a month and a half ago with 130,xxx for about 7k and it's not nearly in the conditon yours is. Not to mention it came cammed!