Hello to everyone. I am also on GMinsidenews.com as BlekherBob. And TheSimpsons forum, but can't remember my name; PM if you want it.
I just purchased a 2006 DTS Performance. Paid $15,800 with 50,000 miles, and it has a factory extended warranty. It is showing codes for check tire pressure monitor, check suspension system, and one outside mirror is loose and does not move up and down, only left and right. It has some minor damage along bottom trim front and sides that can't really be seen when looking casually, and I already fixed a fog light that was recessed too far in. The carfax said it was involved in an accident and when I called the PD in that town they said it was minor damage and no airbag deployment. I checked the repair shop that fixed it as well. Overall, I got it for a steal, and after I make it good as new it will be even better. So far, I have been having way too much fun racing this car and showing off to my friends. Wanted a Cadillac since 15 (22 now), particularly a DeVille (I refuse to say DTS).
I especially love the heated and cooled massaging seats, auto-dimming high beams, and dimming mirrors. I love to turn on heat and massage after a long shift at work, even now in the summer. The parking sensors and auto-retracting mirrors are just amazing, especially since at the apartment where I stay during college I have a very small garage. I prefer to use maps to navigate, but I still love the navigator because of the touch-screen radio you get with it. Also, mine has the power rear sunshade, which I have not even seen listed as an option in any sales materials from back then. This car is even more amazing then I expected, especially compared to my other car, the 1996 Dodge Stratus ES (a great car that is now semi-retired in our field back home).
Oh one more thing I remembered kudos to the original owner who paid for the gold package. The emblems look amazing.
A question I have for you current owners is what can I do to increase HP and acceleration? I know the usual things you do for cars; I mean what can be done for this car particularly? Also, can anyone offer tips on installing a hood ornament?
These poor pictures were shot during rain, so I'll get more up now that I detailed the car.