Trying to trade my 08 Audi S5 for a brand new CTS-V
04-29-09, 06:46 PM
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couple low mileage V's going for 56k
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/items/_W..._osacat=__6001
These prices are dropping worse than the 08 IS-F's
But the more I look at the lines of this car, the more I keep thinking
I just can't put my finger on it!
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/items/_W..._osacat=__6001
These prices are dropping worse than the 08 IS-F's
But the more I look at the lines of this car, the more I keep thinking
I just can't put my finger on it!
04-29-09, 09:19 PM
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a new CTS-V right now, MSRP's at just south of $70,000. http://prod3.gmautobuilder.com/Build....byo?year=2009 . Even IF you found one for $60,000, your car NEW commands a price roughly $50-55,000. I dont think you will get a Caddy dealer to come down $20,000+. There isnt even a dodge dealer giving $20,000+ incentives on Rams, let alone a caddy dealer. You may find a slightly used one, but new, its HIGHLY unlikely...because even worst case scenario, at auction, a CTS-V will likely fetch closer to $65,000, even without a warranty.
again, just my .02. I wish you luck on finding the deal you want.
again, just my .02. I wish you luck on finding the deal you want.
Maybe you should just take a trip up here to shop. They base at $69K and GM was willing to discount $6500 on top of that....and yes...that's in CDN dollars.
So by my math you could pick a brand new base '09 CTS-V up for around $54K US plus import fees.
couple low mileage V's going for 56k
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/items/_W..._osacat=__6001
These prices are dropping worse than the 08 IS-F's
But the more I look at the lines of this car, the more I keep thinking
I just can't put my finger on it!
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/items/_W..._osacat=__6001
These prices are dropping worse than the 08 IS-F's
But the more I look at the lines of this car, the more I keep thinking
I just can't put my finger on it!
This car would have been in my driveway had it been available when the decision had to be made.
Best combination of beauty and beast imho....bar none!
04-29-09, 09:31 PM
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I saw my first s5 today and I have yto say I think its easily one of the best looking cars I have seen in a while. stick with it. The CTS is not as pretty
04-29-09, 09:31 PM
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Those of you that are stating the price of the car seem like you are completely disregarding the fact that GM will have a hard time selling ANY vehicle from now on. Even when bankruptcy was just a possibility people had doubts about buying their cars, and now where bankruptcy seems imminent you guys are acting like that will have zero impact on the situation.
04-30-09, 06:05 AM
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I dont care what GM car is out there, i would NOT in a hundred years even think of trading a car like the S5 for a GM product...i dont care how fast the thing goes. Maybe the cadillac in the movie - The Island...lol now thats a different creature altogether 
Im not trying to be very negative towards the OP...hell its his money and car...and to whoever said his S5 would bring in $38K...perhaps needs to get out more often. People are paying top dollar for this car even used to get it as wait times are still in the realms of 6-9 months at various dealerships.
Im with 1sick...This car defines beauty...even being out for a year and a half it still makes people turn heads. It has the look and ability to pronounce itself as a much mor expensive car withouht being one
Speaking of the CTS-V, are you REALLY going to be able to utilize that performance? probably not. Besides being one to say you have one (im not sure what the charm is for that? ) the performance craving - i really dont think you would exercise it on the road or if you try to - you would have violations...lol
The S5 on the other hand is something to show off that really speakes for itself...so what if it doesnt have performance liek the CTS-V? Half of its intention is pure beauty in exterior and interior. Its built to utmost high standards. Thats a car that I consider "special"...not a CTS-V...not to mention the hideous chrome grill they have in addition to its "trying too hard-look" .
Just my two cents
Im not trying to be very negative towards the OP...hell its his money and car...and to whoever said his S5 would bring in $38K...perhaps needs to get out more often. People are paying top dollar for this car even used to get it as wait times are still in the realms of 6-9 months at various dealerships.
Im with 1sick...This car defines beauty...even being out for a year and a half it still makes people turn heads. It has the look and ability to pronounce itself as a much mor expensive car withouht being one
Speaking of the CTS-V, are you REALLY going to be able to utilize that performance? probably not. Besides being one to say you have one (im not sure what the charm is for that? ) the performance craving - i really dont think you would exercise it on the road or if you try to - you would have violations...lol
The S5 on the other hand is something to show off that really speakes for itself...so what if it doesnt have performance liek the CTS-V? Half of its intention is pure beauty in exterior and interior. Its built to utmost high standards. Thats a car that I consider "special"...not a CTS-V...not to mention the hideous chrome grill they have in addition to its "trying too hard-look" .
Just my two cents
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04-30-09, 07:22 PM
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a new CTS-V right now, MSRP's at just south of $70,000. http://prod3.gmautobuilder.com/Build....byo?year=2009 . Even IF you found one for $60,000, your car NEW commands a price roughly $50-55,000. I dont think you will get a Caddy dealer to come down $20,000+. There isnt even a dodge dealer giving $20,000+ incentives on Rams, let alone a caddy dealer. You may find a slightly used one, but new, its HIGHLY unlikely...because even worst case scenario, at auction, a CTS-V will likely fetch closer to $65,000, even without a warranty.
again, just my .02. I wish you luck on finding the deal you want.
again, just my .02. I wish you luck on finding the deal you want.
04-30-09, 07:39 PM
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04-30-09, 07:48 PM
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I dont care what GM car is out there, i would NOT in a hundred years even think of trading a car like the S5 for a GM product...i dont care how fast the thing goes. Maybe the cadillac in the movie - The Island...lol now thats a different creature altogether
Im not trying to be very negative towards the OP...hell its his money and car...and to whoever said his S5 would bring in $38K...perhaps needs to get out more often. People are paying top dollar for this car even used to get it as wait times are still in the realms of 6-9 months at various dealerships.
Im with 1sick...This car defines beauty...even being out for a year and a half it still makes people turn heads. It has the look and ability to pronounce itself as a much mor expensive car withouht being one
Speaking of the CTS-V, are you REALLY going to be able to utilize that performance? probably not. Besides being one to say you have one (im not sure what the charm is for that? ) the performance craving - i really dont think you would exercise it on the road or if you try to - you would have violations...lol
The S5 on the other hand is something to show off that really speakes for itself...so what if it doesnt have performance liek the CTS-V? Half of its intention is pure beauty in exterior and interior. Its built to utmost high standards. Thats a car that I consider "special"...not a CTS-V...not to mention the hideous chrome grill they have in addition to its "trying too hard-look" .
Just my two cents
Im not trying to be very negative towards the OP...hell its his money and car...and to whoever said his S5 would bring in $38K...perhaps needs to get out more often. People are paying top dollar for this car even used to get it as wait times are still in the realms of 6-9 months at various dealerships.
Im with 1sick...This car defines beauty...even being out for a year and a half it still makes people turn heads. It has the look and ability to pronounce itself as a much mor expensive car withouht being one
Speaking of the CTS-V, are you REALLY going to be able to utilize that performance? probably not. Besides being one to say you have one (im not sure what the charm is for that? ) the performance craving - i really dont think you would exercise it on the road or if you try to - you would have violations...lol
The S5 on the other hand is something to show off that really speakes for itself...so what if it doesnt have performance liek the CTS-V? Half of its intention is pure beauty in exterior and interior. Its built to utmost high standards. Thats a car that I consider "special"...not a CTS-V...not to mention the hideous chrome grill they have in addition to its "trying too hard-look" .
Just my two cents
The new CTS-V is the only four door sedan to break 8 minutes at the nurburgring. I'm not sure what your definition of "special" is but to me, that fits the mold perfectly!! Oh, and did I mention it has a "de-tuned" ZR1 engine under the bulging hood?Is Audi even going to bring this car to the states? I know the TT V-10 RS6 Avant has no chance of coming stateside.
Give me a new CTS-V.......throw in exhaust, tune, intake and you're looking at a 200 mph, 11 second GT-R, exotic killer for 70 grand.
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04-30-09, 09:09 PM
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Has the OP even driven the CTS-V? How much better is it? I know the numbers are fun to look at, but the drive is what really matters.
IF you do the trade I would take a test drive in the CTS-V for like 2 hours before making such a move.
And you have to remember that both of these cars are GREAT cars! That means that it is likely that you will miss out on something no matter which car you choose.
IF you do the trade I would take a test drive in the CTS-V for like 2 hours before making such a move.
And you have to remember that both of these cars are GREAT cars! That means that it is likely that you will miss out on something no matter which car you choose.
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