[caddiedrummer]

Just drove from NVa to Richmond in the 09V (last individual post, I promise --pics will go in pic post Friday) Based on 100 or so miles:

--short throw was right . Exhaust note very good for factory exhaust. One of best I have ever heard. Better than my M5, XLR-V AND Vipers. May not go after market after all.

---plenty of torque. felt noticabley quicker than M5 from standing position . But going through gears did not see a lot of difference (but was babying it a bit)

--controls are well laid out and obvious particularly coming from using BMW IDrive

--fit/finish very good

--very quiet (with nice interior exhaust note) no rattles

--cashemere inserts look good (do not have Recaro)

--interior a bit heavy on plastic compared to M, but $25K cheaper. Actually the CTS-V has an amazing price for what you get

--stereo good--never been a big Bose fan

--about all I miss from M and XLR is heads up display (you really get used to that)

--love the Pilots --have them on Vipers and they feel and do well. Glad Caddy put a good tire on. The M Contis were awful

In conclusion, if you are on the fence, go for it. The V is a lot of bang for the buck. Shooting for pics Friday. With a black V and Viper in garage may need full time detailer. Thanks , guys particularly Tony and Dualcams

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