2005 Cadillac Xlr Convertible 2-door 4.6l New Tires Hud Navigation Bose on 2040-cars
Crete, Illinois, United States
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This 2005 XLR convertible runs and looks great. It comes with all the bells and whistles and they work perfect.. Navigation, heads up display, button start and trunk, and the transformer style convertible top. It has had all of its service done at Cadillac. The pictures should speak for the great condition of the car. The mirrored black finish is still shining with no dings or dents. The interior is overall very good. The driver seat shows some wear on the bottom corner. Mechanically the car is in top notch shape. Also, the car has brand new tires. Available for pick up in Crete, IL with a clear title. This car turns heads and can throw you back in your seat.Vehicle Overview from Cars.com
After going more than a decade without one, Cadillac added a two-passenger sports car to its lineup for 2004. Named the XLR, the retractable-hardtop car gave Cadillac an elite luxury roadster with a performance-oriented chassis and structure. Cadillac's previous two-seater was the 1987 - 1993 Allante. An all-new 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 went into the XLR. Cadillac promotes the "harmonious blend of technologies and materials meant to add pleasure, not complexity, to the driving experience." A long list of technical features includes a head-up display, radar-operated adaptive cruise control and GM's StabiliTrak electronic stability system. Magnetic Ride Control provides magnetic-fluid-based real-time damping. Keyless Access with push-button start-up permits true no-key operation. For safety's sake, the engine will not start unless the remote fob is in the car and the driver is pushing the brake pedal. Light or dark eucalyptus wood interiors go into 2005 models, and Blue Steel finish replaces the original Thunder Gray. Exterior Cadillac says the XLR was inspired by stealth fighters and serves as "a contemporary expression of Cadillac's heritage of landmark design and advanced technology." Linear lines display hints of the marque's history. The strong grille also suggests the past, but with a modern expression. The XLR's vertical headlights are part of Cadillac's current design philosophy. The roadster's weight distribution is virtually 50/50, helped by the rear-mounted transmission. Cadillac says the XLR's steel hydroformed frame rails couple with an aluminum cockpit structure and balsa-cored composite flooring to provide "rigidity without bulk." Michelin ZP run-flat tires eliminate the need for a spare tire. Built on a 105.7-inch wheelbase, the XLR is 177.7 inches long overall and stands 50.4 inches tall. Retracting the hardtop takes less than 30 seconds. Made of aluminum and magnesium, the top structure features composite exterior panels, a heated glass window and glass rear-quarter windows. Interior Two occupants fit into the XLR's luxurious interior, which is highlighted with eucalyptus wood and aluminum accents. The seatbacks and cushions are heated and cooled. The DVD navigation/entertainment system has a 7-inch screen in the upper center console and operates only when the gear selector is in Park. A nine-speaker Bose audio system includes an in-dash six-CD changer. XM Satellite Radio and GM's OnStar communication system are standard. Trunk capacity is 11.6 cubic feet with the top up, and space dips to 4.4 cubic feet when the roof is retracted. Under the Hood A 4.6-liter dual-overhead-cam Northstar V-8 with variable valve timing produces 320 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 310 pounds-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm. Premium fuel is required. The rear-mounted five-speed-automatic transmission incorporates Driver Shift Control. Safety Side-impact head and thorax airbags are installed in the seats. The seat belts have powered pretensioners. Four-channel all-disc antilock brakes, traction control and a stability system are standard. By Tom StrongmanKansasCity.com April 15, 2005The XLR is just what you would expect a Cadillac sports car to be: fast, refined and luxurious. The XLR, which starts at $75,835, is far different from the Allante roadster of the late 1980s and early 1990s. It competes with cars such as the Mercedes-Benz SL, Lexus SC 430 and Jaguar XK8, and it is priced accordingly. Cadillac's new two-seater is built on the same frame as the next-generation Corvette, but its personality is geared more toward luxury touring than outright performance. The XLR is built alongside the Corvette at the plant in Bowling Green, Ky. A folding hardtop turns the XLR into an al fresco cruiser at the touch of a button. The occupants sit fairly low in the vehicle, so wind buffeting is not severe at reasonable speeds. A windblocker behind the front seat would be welcome. The folded top consumes almost all of the trunk space, so you have to travel light if you're going to enjoy the fresh air. The XLR goes about its business discreetly, yet it is capable of traveling quickly without getting flustered. The ride is supple and well-composed, the engine is strong without being a brute, and the brakes are excellent. The suspension swallows bad pavement, sharp turns and flat roads. One key to its stability is the Magnetic Ride Control. This system electronically controls the magnetic fluid in the shock absorbers, making adjustments in one millisecond. The ride is smooth over little bumps one instant and firm for bigger dips the next instant. Point the nose into a turn and the car takes a firm set with very little body lean. The aluminum 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 is a huge part of the XLR's personality. This is one of the first rear-wheel-drive applications for this engine, which has been completely re-engineered. It has an electronic throttle, variable valve timing on all four camshafts and four valves per cylinder. The engine pumps out a very willing 320 horsepower, and all of them snap to attention with an enjoyable wail when you mash the throttle. Sixty miles per hour comes up in 5.8 seconds, according to Cadillac. This engine feels as smooth and energetic as the best V-8s from overseas. The five-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually is mounted at the rear axle to preserve a 50/50 weight distribution. The Caddy's interior is modern and understated. Soft leather and real wood are accented with touches of satin metallic trim. The seats are generally good, but longer thigh cushions would offer better support. The XLR has a radar-controlled adaptive cruise control that automatically slows the vehicle when you close in on a car in front. The distance it maintains between vehicles is adjustable. In 2006, Cadillac will release a supercharged, 440-horsepower version of its roadster called the XLR-V. It should hit 60 miles per hour in less than five seconds. Larger brakes, a six-speed automatic transmission and a fancier interior will also be part of the package. Price The XLR's base price is $75,835. Freight brought the test car's sticker price to $76,650. Engine: 4.6-liter, 320-hp V-8 Transmission: Automatic Rear-wheel drive Wheelbase: 105.7inches Curb weight: 3,647 lbs. Base price: $75,835 As driven: $76,650 Mpg rating: 17 city, 25 hwy. |
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