06 CTS with Luxury package with VVT 3.6 or 07 CTS sport?

JIMMYJOHNSON · #1 (**permalink**) 01-10-09, 06:25 PM

Any Suggestions on which one I should chose?

The 06 has the spoiler and tips with NAV and bose 17" rims- and 3.6 VVT

the 07 sport has no nav, or bose but has the beefed up brakes/suspension and rims... also VVT

I'm leaning towards the 06- Trying to figure out besides suspension, brakes, and grille is different on Sport

Please help!!!!

the cadillac kid · #2 (**permalink**) 01-10-09, 06:51 PM

Welcome JJ

Assuming all else equal (mileage, condition & warranty) it depends upon your personal preference.

I like the luxury package. It has a lot of great features & you can pick up a set of springs, sways, & a strut tower brace (main suspension differences between the two models) for a reasonable price right here on the forum (if you want a stiffer suspension, that is). Those wheels are also easy to come across; the only thing that is rare on the Sport model is the Sport Grille; which, again, is personal preference.
I'd personally go with the '06. Good luck & either way, post pictures of your purchase when you get her.

PS-
congrats on becoming a Supporting Member; good start

concorso · #3 (**permalink**) 01-10-09, 06:57 PM

All V6 engines from 05+ were VVT. The 06 is a Sport, as well...The 07 is a Sport + Wheel Performance package + Wheel Appearance package.

The 07 is fully loaded. The 06 isn't near fully loaded. It probably doesn't have the limited slip diff. It doesn't have the bigger brakes, or stainless brake lines. Stock, that 06 didnt have the spoiler or the tips. It wont have the sport side skirts. It wont have the sport grill (which you can't get anymore...even from GM). Does the 06 have memory seats? Wood should be standard on both models. Other than that, both should be equally equipped. Stabiltrak on both, heated/powered front seats, etc...