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10 Dts Loaded Florida 1 Owner Navigation Luxury Premium 2011 2012 Deville D T S on 2040-cars

US $23,293.00
Year:2010 Mileage:38414 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Engine:V8 4.6L DOHC
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Condition:

Used

VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 1G6KH5EY2AU127021
Year: 2010
Make: Cadillac
Model: DTS
Warranty: Limited
Mileage: 38,414
Sub Model: DTS Premium Collection - Loaded - 1 Owner - Navi
Doors: 4
Exterior Color: Black
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior Color: Tan
Drivetrain: FWD

Presenting a loaded 2010 Cadillac DTS Premium Collection Package! This DTS features heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats with lumbar support, sunroof, moonroof, rear climate controls,
2010 Cadillac DTS DTS Premium Collection - Loaded - 1 Owner - Navi 4-Door Sedan
Exterior Color:     Black Raven Interior Color:     Shale w/Cocoa Stock Number:M630A
Mileage:Only 38,414! Engine:V8 4.6L DOHC Fuel:Gasoline
Transmission:Automatic Warranty:Limited Warranty Title:Clear
VIN:1G6KH5EY2AU127021 CARFAX:CARFAX Buyback Guarantee
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Vehicle Description

Presenting a loaded 2010 Cadillac DTS Premium Collection Package! This DTS features Navigation, Sunroof,  heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats with lumbar support, sunroof, moonroof, rear climate controls, navigation, XM radio,  12v power in the rear doors and lots more!

This is a Florida purchased Florida driven vehicle and has never been exposed to the harsh roads, winters, snow, mountains or any of the overall rough driving conditions of up north. It's CarFax certified and in excellent condition.

What's New for 2010

The 2010 Cadillac DTS returns largely unchanged, except for the loss of last year's Performance model.

Introduction

Despite Cadillac's attempts to modernize it over the years -- including giving it the somewhat uninspiring DTS moniker back in 2006 -- this full-size flagship of GM's luxury brand remains a bit of an anachronism. Simply put, it has as much in common with the classic DeVille sedans of Detroit's golden age, an era when rolling up in one of these epic land yachts announced to the world that you'd arrived, as it does the current luxury sedan market.

While it offers its share of modern amenities, this old-school luxury liner's handsome yet conservative styling, plush ride quality and quiet, roomy passenger cabin all combine to create a leisurely motoring experience reminiscent of the DeVille's glory days. There's a big V8 engine as standard, too, though in modern DeVille/DTS fashion it sends its power to the front wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission.

Body Styles, Trim Levels, and Options

The standard equipment list for the entry-level DTS includes 17-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlights, front foglights, remote engine start, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, power front seats, Bluetooth, OnStar and an eight-speaker CD stereo.

The Premium trim level adds a body-color grille, front seats with power lumbar adjustment and massage, a power tilt-telescoping steering column, genuine burled walnut interior accents, a heated leather- and wood-trimmed steering wheel and a DVD-based navigation system with real-time traffic updates.

Powertrains and Performance

Under the hood, the 2010 Cadillac DTS gets one of two slightly different 4.6-liter V8s. The base engine, which comes standard on all but the top-of-the-line Platinum trim level, puts out 275 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. .

EPA fuel economy estimates are also just average at 15 mpg city/23 highway and 18 mpg combined for the base engine.

Safety

Standard safety features include electronic stability control, antilock disc brakes, side-impact airbags for front seat passengers and side curtain airbags that cover both rows. Missing from this list are active front head restraints, something that is typically standard on a car in this price range.

As with other aspects of its performance, the big Caddy's safety ratings are merely adequate. In government crash tests, the 2010 Cadillac DTS scored five stars (out of five) for the driver and four stars for the front seat passenger in frontal impacts. Side-impact tests resulted in four stars front and rear. The DTS received a top "Good" rating in frontal-offset crash tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, but a second-best "Acceptable" rating in side impact testing.

Interior Design and Special Features

 While front bucket seats are standard. You'll find comfortable seats and abundant head- and legroom for both front and rear seat passengers. Wind and road noise are nicely subdued, creating a hushed environment that adds to the luxury sedan feel.

Out back, the huge trunk offers close to 19 cubic feet of cargo room. A pass-through opening in the middle of the rear seat makes it possible to carry long narrow items like skis with the trunk lid closed.

In general terms, the cabin offers conservative yet stylish good looks and straightforward, intuitive controls. But while most materials are much better than those used in previous generations, they still aren't quite up to par with the best interiors in the category.

Driving Impressions

With a suspension tuned to favor a cushy ride over sporty handling, the 2010 Cadillac DTS is all about coddling its occupants. In other words, it's the epitome of a car built for comfort rather than speed.

 
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Coral Preowned   — Main Phone: (888) 603-7113 Email: sales@coralpreowned.com
Vehicle Features & Options
Standard Features
Appearance /
  Exterior:
  • Chrome Exhaust Tip Color
  • Dual Exhaust Tips Exhaust
  • Body-Color Grille Color
  • Body-Color Mirror Color
Appearance /
  Interior:
  • Genuine Wood Accents
    Comfort:
    • Height Adjustable Adjustable Rear Headrests
    • Air Filtration
    • Rear Center Armrests
    • Cargo Area Floor Mat
    • Carpet Floors
    • Front and Rear Floor Mats
    • Dual Front Air Conditioning Zones
    • Automatic Climate Control Front Air Conditioning
    • Heated Steering Wheel
    • 2 Number of Front Headrests
    • 3 Number of Rear Headrests
    • Rear Reading Lights
    • Single Rear Air Conditioning Zones
    • With Independent Controls Rear Air Conditioning
    • Leather and Wood Steering Wheel Trim
    Convenience:
    • Front Console With Armrest and Storage
    • Cruise Control
    • Front and Rear Cupholders
    • Front Door Pockets
    • Driver Easy Entry
    • Includes Driver Seat
    • Includes Exterior Mirrors
    • Includes Steering Wheel
    • Controls Doors, Trunk, Panic Alarm Multi-Function Remote
    • Hands-Free Multi-Function Remote With Keyless Ignition Multi-Function Remote
    • 2 Number of Drivers
    • Open Power Activated Trunk/Hatch
    • Variable Power-Assisted Steering Power Steering
    • Retained Accessory Power
    • Steering Wheel Mounted Cruise Control
    • Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
    • Cargo Net
    • Front Seatback
    • Homelink - Garage Door Opener Universal Remote Transmitter
    Drivetrain /
      Suspension:
    • 4-Wheel ABS
    • Braking Assist
    • Independent Front Suspension
    • 12.7 Front Brake Diameter
    • Disc Front Brakes
    • Self Leveling Suspension Leveling
    • Independent Rear Suspension
    • 11.5 Rear Brake Diameter
    • .5 Rear Brake Width
    • 1.18 Rear Brake Width
    • Disc Rear Brakes
    • Stability Control
    • Traction Control
    Entertainment /
      Telematics:
    • Diversity Antenna
    • Compass
    • Driver Information System
    • MPG and Range Fuel Economy Display
    • DVD Navigation System W/Voice Activation Navigation System
    • Oil Monitor
    • Bose Premium Brand Speakers
    • AM/FM Radio
    • XM W/Navtraffic Satellite Radio
    • Onstar Satellite Communications
    • 3 Subwoofer
    • Surround Audio
    • Tachometer
    • 8 Total Number of Speakers
    • Lamp Failure, Low Fuel, Engine Oil, Coolant Warnings and Reminders
    Exterior:
    • Daytime Running Lights
    • Front Fog Lights
    • Led Headlights
    • Auto Delay Off Headlights
    • Automatic High Beam Dimmer Headlights
    • Cornering Headlights
    • Wiper Activated Headlights
    • Led Rear Center Brakelight Tail and Brake Lights
    Rims / Tires:
    • Temporary Spare Tire Size
    • Steel Spare Wheel
    • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
    • All Season Tire
    • Aluminum Wheel
    Roof / Glass:
    • Intermittent Front Wipers
    • Laminated Glass
    • Lockout Button
    • 4 One-Touch Windows
    • Power Windows
    • Rear Defogger
    • Solar-Tinted Glass
    • One-Touch Sunroof
    • Power Glass Sunroof
    • Sliding Sunshade Sunroof
    • Tilt/Slide Sunroof
    Safety:
    • 2-Stage Unlocking
    • Engine Immobilizer Anti-Theft System
    • Theft-Deterrent System Anti-Theft System
    • Child Safety Locks
    • Driver Side Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
    • Heated Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Exterior Mirrors
    • Power Folding Exterior Mirrors
    • Dual Front Airbags
    • Auto-Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror
    • Front and Rear Parking Sensors
    • Occupant Sensing Passenger Airbag Deactivation
    • Anti-Lockout Feature Power Door Locks
    • Front Side Airbags
    • Front and Rear Side Curtain Airbags
    • Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
    Seating:
    • 4-Way Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
    • Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
    • Fixed With Storage Center Armrest
    • Pass-Thru Center Armrest
    • With Cupholders Center Armrest
    • Cooled
    • Lap Belt Front Center Seatbelt
    • Bucket Front Seats
    • Multi-Level Heating Heated
    • Second Row Heated
    • Power Adjustments Lumbar Support
    • 4 Power Adjustments
    • 8 Power Adjustments
    • 3-Point Rear Center Seatbelt
    • Rear Heat Vents
    • Leather Upholstery
    Dealership Information
    Coral Preowned
    Main Phone:(888) 603-7113
    Email:sales@coralpreowned.com
    Business Hours:
    Monday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
    Tuesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
    Wednesday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
    Thursday:9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
    Friday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
    Saturday:9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
    Sunday:11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
    Location:
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