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2008 Cadillac Escalade Fl Driven Awd Roof Navi Dvd 22" Rims Mint Condition on 2040-cars

US $24,989.00
Year:2008 Mileage:86663 Color: White /
 Black
Location:

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:SUV
Engine:V8 6.2L OHV
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1GYFK63878R277285
Year: 2008
Make: Cadillac
Model: Escalade
Warranty: No
Mileage: 86,663
Sub Model: FLA Driven - AWD 6.2L V8 NAV DVD Sunroof Lthr More
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: White
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Black
Drivetrain: AWD

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TOTALLY LOADED TOP OF THE LINE 2008 CADILLAC AWD ESCALADE - FLORIDA DRIVEN - NAVIGATION - DVD ENTERTAIMENT - SUNROOF - HEATED/COOLED FRONT SEATS - 22" WHEELS - TRI-ZONE A/C - FULL POWER PKG - MORE!
2008 Cadillac Escalade FLA Driven - AWD 6.2L V8 NAV DVD Sunroof Lthr More 4-Door SUV
Exterior Color:     White Interior Color:     Black Stock Number:L267
Mileage:Only 86,663! Engine:V8 6.2L OHV Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:As Is - No Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1GYFK63878R277285 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description

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TOTALLY LOADED TOP OF THE LINE 2008 CADILLAC AWD ESCALADE - FLORIDA DRIVEN - NAVIGATION - DVD ENTERTAIMENT - SUNROOF - HEATED/COOLED FRONT SEATS - 22" WHEELS - TRI-ZONE A/C - FULL POWER PKG - MORE!

Just a few of the great amenities in this luxury SUV include:

* 6.2 Liter V8 403 Horsepower Engine
* 6-Speed Automatic Transmission
* Navigation System with CD/DVD
* Rear Seat DVD Entertainment
* Intellibeam
* Rear View Camera
* Parking Sensors
* Climate Package
* Heated/Cooled Front Seats
* Heated Steering Wheel
* Tri-Zone Climate Control
* Power Sliding Sunroof
* Driver Information Center
* Steering Wheel Controls
* Cruise Control
* Power Windows, Locks and Mirrors
* 4-Wheel Antilock Brakes (ABS)
* Stability Control
* Traction Control
* Running Boards
* Roof Rack

 Vehicle Overview

In its brief history, the full-size Cadillac Escalade sport utility vehicle has brought Cadillac's youngest buyers into its fold. In particular, the second generation's 2001 debut saw celebrities and affluent 20-somethings alike declare General Motors' luxury division the new icon of urban style.

In the spirit of excess, this 2008 Escalade boasts a 6.2-liter V-8 with more than 403 horsepower.

This Escalade, is configured to seat seven people with all-wheel drive.


Exterior

Up front, narrower three-tier headlights and a larger crisscrossed grille give the Escalade a closer resemblance to Cadillac's other vehicles. The front-end elements also differentiate the Escalade from the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon, whose platform it shares. Chrome applications throughout emphasize the vehicle's luxury status.

This 2008 Escalade is a few inches longer than the previous version, with roughly equal height and width. This Escalade has upgraded 22 inch wheels.


Interior

Inside, this Escalade further differentiates itself from its GM platform-mates with unique climate controls, an LED-backlit instrument panel and a center stack that seamlessly flows into the floor console rather than being a separate unit.

Standard seating configuration includes two rows of captain's chairs and a three-seat bench in back. Other standard items include tri-zone automatic climate control and leather seats with power adjustments in front and seat heaters in the first two rows. Air-conditioned seats are an option, as are a heated steering wheel and a navigation system.

Removing the third-row seat and flipping the second row forward, either manually or with an optional power-operated mechanism, allows a maximum cargo capacity of 108.9 cubic feet, which is smaller than the previous Escalade's 121 cubic feet.


Under the Hood
An all-aluminum 6.2-liter V-8 is the sole power plant. This Escalade is tuned for 403 hp  and 417 pounds-feet of torque. It works through a six-speed-automatic transmission.

Safety
Standard safety equipment includes four-wheel disc brakes with ABS and a StabiliTrak electronic stability system that includes new rollover mitigation technology, which can sense impending rollovers and selectively apply individual brakes.


This vehicle is priced below wholesale value. 
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There is a vehicle documentary fee of $598 not included in the sale price. 
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Name: Kelly Shirley Main Phone: (800) 614-8959 Alt. Phone: (954) 607-0260 Email: kellys@sheehanautoplex.com
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Body-Color Body Side Moldings
  • Chrome Accents Body Side Moldings
  • Chrome Door Handle Color
  • Chrome Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
Comfort:
  • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
  • Cargo Area Light
  • Wood Center Console Trim
  • Alloy and Wood Dash Trim
  • Leather and Wood Door Trim
  • Carpet Floor Mats
  • Front Floor Mats
  • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
  • Multi-Adjustable Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Front Headrests
  • 2 Number of Rear Headrests
  • 3 Number of Third Row Headrests
  • Front Reading Lights
  • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
  • Automatic Climate Control Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Floor Mats
  • Leather Shift Knob Trim
  • Leather and Wood Steering Wheel Trim
Convenience:
  • Adjustable Pedals
  • Audio Controls Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
  • 12V Cargo Area Power Outlet
  • Front Console With Storage
  • Cruise Control
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Cupholders
  • Front Door Pockets
  • 12V Front Power Outlet
  • Includes Adjustable Pedals
  • Includes Audio System
  • Includes Driver Seat
  • Includes Exterior Mirrors
  • Multi-Function Remote
  • 2 Number of Drivers
  • Overhead Console With Storage
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Power Steering
  • 12V Rear Power Outlet
  • Retained Accessory Power
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Phone Controls
  • Tilt-Adjustable Steering Wheel
  • Front Seatback
  • Universal Remote Transmitter
Drivetrain /
  Suspension:
  • 4-Wheel ABS
  • Active
  • 3.42 Axle Ratio
  • Viscous Center Differential
  • All Wheel Drive
  • Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
  • Coil Springs Front Spring
  • Front Stabilizer Bar
  • Independent Front Suspension
  • Double Wishbones Front Suspension
  • 13.0 Front Brake Diameter
  • 1.2 Front Brake Width
  • Ventilated Disc Front Brakes
  • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
  • Center Limited Slip Differential
  • Rear Locking Differential
  • Lateral Links Rear Arm
  • Short and Long Rear Arm
  • Coil Springs Rear Spring
  • Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Solid Axle Rear Suspension
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension
  • 13.6 Rear Brake Diameter
  • .8 Rear Brake Width
  • Disc Rear Brakes
  • Trailing Arms Rear Suspension
  • Roll Stability Control
  • Step Running Boards
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Front and Rear Stabilizer Bar
  • Front Tow Hooks
  • Traction Control
  • Trailer Hitch
  • Trailer Wiring
Entertainment /
  Telematics:
  • Diversity Antenna
  • 6 CD Changer
  • Compass
  • External Temperature Display
  • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
  • Rear Headphone Jacks
  • DVD-Audio In-Dash CD
  • Single CD/DVD In-Dash CD
  • CD MP3 Playback MP3 Player
  • Phone Antenna
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Bose Premium Brand Speakers
  • Radio Data System
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Separate Rear Audio Rear Audio
  • In Dash Remote CD Changer Location
  • XM Satellite Radio
  • Onstar W/Turn-By-Turn Navigation Satellite Communications
  • Speed Sensitive Volume Control
  • 1 Subwoofer
  • 5.1 Surround Audio
  • Tachometer
  • 10 Total Number of Speakers
  • Trip Computer
  • Low Fuel Level Warnings and Reminders
Exterior:
  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Exterior Entry Lights
  • Front Fog Lights
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Auto Delay Off Headlights
  • Dusk Sensing Headlights
  • Manual Flip-Up Liftgate Window
  • Power Liftgate Rear Door
Rims / Tires:
  • Underbody Mount Location
  • Fullsize Non-Matching Tires
  • Steel Spare Wheel Rim
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • All Season Tires
  • Spare Only Wheel Locks
Roof / Glass:
  • Intermittent Front Wipers
  • Rain Sensing Front Wipers
  • Heated Windshield Washer Jets
  • 2 One-Touch Windows
  • Power Windows
  • Privacy Glass
  • Rear Defogger
  • Intermittent Rear Wiper
  • Roof Rack
Safety:
  • Remote 2-Stage Unlocking
  • Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System Anti-Theft Alarm System
  • Child Safety Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Engine Immobilizer
  • Heated Exterior Mirrors
  • Heated Driver Mirror Exterior Mirrors
  • Integrated Turn Signals Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Exterior Mirrors
  • Power Retractable Exterior Mirrors
  • Reverse Gear Tilt Exterior Mirrors
  • Dual Front Airbags
  • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
  • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
  • Remote Power Door Locks
  • Front Side Airbags
  • Front, Rear and Third Row Side Curtain Airbags
  • Side-Curtain Airbag Rollover Sensor
  • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Seating:
  • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Folding Center Armrest
  • Manual Folding
  • Bucket Front Seats
  • Multi-Level Heating Heated
  • Height Adjustable
  • 14 Power Adjustments
  • Rear Heat Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
  • Reclining
  • Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  • 50-50 Split Bench Seating
  • Bucket Seating
  • Leather Upholstery
Vehicle Condition & History
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Sheehan PreOwned Cars
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Business Hours:
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Tuesday:9-9
Wednesday:9-9
Thursday:9-9
Friday:9-6
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Cadillac to vie for Secret Service armored car contract, new Beast?

Wed, 03 Jul 2013

President Obama has used the same armored limo since his inauguration in 2008. Known by many as The Beast, the Presidential Limo was provided by Cadillac and earned its nickname in large part because of its massive size, which isn't surprising considering that its Caddy-shaped bodywork is said to sit atop a heavy-duty truck chassis.
It seems the Secret Service may be in the market for a Beast replacement, having issued a request for proposals for a new armored limo. According to Motor Trend, Obama's backup limo is a leftover from the Bush Administration, so it will be interesting to see if this new machine will serve as a replacement for The Beast or for its backup. The contract is to be awarded by September 29, 2013.
The boys from MT contacted Cadillac, Lincoln and Chrysler, and Chrysler is the only one that would confirm that it is not pursuing the contract. Cadillac may have the inside track, as it has provided Presidential limos since 1993, but Lincoln also has a long and storied history of chauffeuring the President.

Cadillac snags de Nysschen from Infiniti, names him new president

Fri, 11 Jul 2014

Johan de Nysschen, the (now former) president of Infiniti, has officially jumped ship. The 54-year-old, who also spent time as the chief executive for Audi USA, has taken the position of president at Cadillac, following a two-year stint at the Nissan-owned luxury brand. In his new role, the 54-year-old will be responsible "for all aspects of Cadillac globally," according to a statement from General Motors.
"Johan brings to our company vast experience in the development and proper execution of luxury automotive brands," said GM President Dan Ammann, de Nysschen's new boss. "With over 20 years in this exact space, especially in the development of the Audi brand, his track record proves he is the perfect executive to lead Cadillac for the long term."
"I have for some time now been impressed by how the new General Motors has been transformed into a formidable force in the industry," de Nysschen said in a statement. "The combination of strong corporate leadership and exceptional engineering resources presents the perfect combination to restore Cadillac to its place among global premium brands."

Autoweek divulges details on Presidential limo

Tue, 22 Oct 2013

Ever since the latest presidential limousine, also known as The Beast, debuted in 2009, we've wondered what's underneath that black Cadillac body. We already know a few details, like the fact it isn't a Cadillac at all, but a very heavy duty truck chassis from General Motors with a body that resembles a super-sized Caddy. Autoweek, however, has managed to extract new details from veteran Secret Service agents about the closely guarded presidential limo. Their methods, of course, are classified.
Designed to be a rolling office, bunker and escape pod all in one, the current presidential limo is far different from previous presidential state cars, which were heavily modified production vehicles. As we would expect, The Beast uses thick, military-grade body armor (eight inches on the doors), an armored fuel tank, special run-flat tires with Kevlar lining, an encrypted satellite phone, a fully sealed cabin with its own oxygen supply and a trunk full of weapons and medical equipment that includes a supply of the President's blood type (in case the car gets cut off from the ambulance that's always present in the President's motorcade).
The Beast also comes with a Halon fire-suppression system, night vision and is powered by a V8 engine, which we already knew runs on gas and not diesel, that returns an EPA-unfriendly estimated 3.7 miles per gallon. The Secret Service operates a fleet of 12 limos and each Beast costs $1.5 million. Lastly, AW estimates that the 18-foot-long state car weighs 15,000 pounds, and each Secret Service agent that drives the car must be specially trained to maneuver such a massive vehicle.