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Old 12-28-21, 04:32 PM
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I've got my LE on the way, but have been looking at other options before I pull the trigger...just want to be 100% sure!
What do you all think about the Cadillac CT4V Blackwing?
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Old 12-28-21, 04:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Dsldsl
I've got my LE on the way, but have been looking at other options before I pull the trigger...just want to be 100% sure!
What do you all think about the Cadillac CT4V Blackwing?
It's nice and all and has definitely been on my radar, but once you start building it they seem to charge for everything!
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Old 12-28-21, 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Dsldsl
I've got my LE on the way, but have been looking at other options before I pull the trigger...just want to be 100% sure!
What do you all think about the Cadillac CT4V Blackwing?
I was looking at the CT4 and CT5 Blackwing cars. They're beautiful cars and the digital gauge cluster is amazing. I ultimately decided I didn't want something more track focused, I am alright with sacrificing a little speed to get a comfortable, reliable, daily driver with more power than the V6 offerings. Plus, with the CT5 at least, the price surpasses the C8 while the C8 will smoke it from a stop light.

The CT5 Blackwing still calls out to me... lol 668hp is hard to resist. But, I'd rather have something more comfortable with Lexus reliability. My GM cars have been fun, but I always had minor complaints. The only thing I've ever complained about with Lexus is the power and this car fixes that.
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Old 12-28-21, 05:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Dsldsl
I've got my LE on the way, but have been looking at other options before I pull the trigger...just want to be 100% sure!
What do you all think about the Cadillac CT4V Blackwing?
Not a NA v8, and that engine is the only reason some of us are here. There are lots of boosted V6 vehicles that perform as well and better for about the same money (less in some cases). CT4V BW will outperform the IS500 if you are strictly looking for performance.
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Old 12-28-21, 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by macmaster
Dealer just texted me. I have an atomic silver coming in with my name on it in 2 weeks.
Congrats!! You must be so happy! Did you go with a black interior?

Originally Posted by Dsldsl
I've got my LE on the way, but have been looking at other options before I pull the trigger...just want to be 100% sure!
What do you all think about the Cadillac CT4V Blackwing?
Both the CT4 and CT5 V Blackwings are really cool products but a bit too radical for me

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It's nice and all and has definitely been on my radar, but once you start building it they seem to charge for everything!
I agree and will not have the resale value that an IS 500 would have IMO

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Not a NA v8, and that engine is the only reason some of us are here. There are lots of boosted V6 vehicles that perform as well and better for about the same money (less in some cases). CT4V BW will outperform the IS500 if you are strictly looking for performance.
Totally why I am so in love with the 500!! A Naturally aspirated V8 - Like you said, if you want a turbo V6, there are plenty of options out there for sure
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Old 12-28-21, 05:25 PM
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Any chance that some of you who have taken delivery of a non-LE IS 500 could post some more pics / videos?
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Old 12-28-21, 05:31 PM
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^^ There are very few here that have received their non-LE....I think Shoeboy is the only one that I have seen so far
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Old 12-28-21, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by jororo
Any chance that some of you who have taken delivery of a non-LE IS 500 could post some more pics / videos?
I want to +1 this... I'd love to see some pics of the white one! (best color for me)
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Old 12-28-21, 05:46 PM
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^^ There was an earlier post where someone posted the pics of a dealer with a white with red interior...In case you missed these:








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Old 12-28-21, 05:54 PM
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Another dealer got back to me (while I'm still waiting for mine)

HAHA no. Another one in the naughty list (Putnam Lexus)
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Old 12-28-21, 05:58 PM
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^^ Let that sink in for a sec, they are asking almost 1/3 of the value of the whole car in a market adjustment - Shameful and disgusting is all I can say
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Old 12-28-21, 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
^^ Let that sink in for a sec, they are asking almost 1/3 of the value of the whole car in a market adjustment - Shameful and disgusting is all I can say
In October there will be trunk money on retail of them. Bet you!

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Old 12-28-21, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
^^ There was an earlier post where someone posted the pics of a dealer with a white with red interior...In case you missed these:





Ahh yeah I definitely missed these, thanks for sharing again. Looks absolutely stunning... wow
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Old 12-28-21, 07:00 PM
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Originally Posted by lobuxracer
In October there will be trunk money on retail of them. Bet you!
They learned from IS F so highly unlikely that will happen. IS 500 F SPORT Performance will sell out eventually once dealers knock off the market adjustment.
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Old 12-28-21, 07:48 PM
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Anyone want to trade for a white on black ready in 2-weeks? (Half joking…)
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