Wanting opinions. Get 2011+ ISF or CTS-V.
05-20-16, 10:15 AM
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Wanting opinions. Get 2011+ ISF or CTS-V.
Hey guys was just wanting your input on these two cars. I owned a 2012 ISF for like 6 months and sold a few months ago cause i didn't really drive and got the wifey a new ES and I took her RX. So i need something i can enjoy more than this SUV. I really loved my ISF but aftermarket parts are pretty limited on that car including the new ECU upgrade. I'm really not that familiar with the CTS-V but i know i will start off with over a 100 more HP plus plenty of upgrades. I love that i know i can count on the reliability of Lexus and that is a big factor. Any input you can give will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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05-20-16, 10:31 AM
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How much are you looking to spend? Have you thought about a C63? If reliability is of importance to you then the CTS-V probably isn't your car. Plus it's a major gas guzzler. I'm sure current CTS-V owners will chime in.
05-20-16, 10:35 AM
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If reliability is of importance, then the C63 probably isn't your car either.
05-20-16, 10:39 AM
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05-20-16, 10:40 AM
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Just curious, but have you asked this question in the Cadillac CTS-V forums?! 99% of thr members here are going to say get the F...that's why we're all here! I personally LOVE mine to death and don't think there's much better out there for an OVERALL packaged car for the money...4 doors, decent trunk and interior space, decent interior, excellent exterior design (my opinion), good power, good reliability, holds value well, decent aftermarket support, rare, good handling, etc etc etc. Sure there are cars that look better. Sure there are cars that are even more rare. Sure there are cars that have more power, etc. But again, as a whole package, for the money, hard to beat the F.
BUT, with all of that said, I think you should go with the Caddy. For one, you have already had the F and obviously didn't like it enough to keep it...the next one will be no different. Secondly, you're already a lil disappointed in the lack of aftermarket support for the F and arroused by the amount of aftermarket support for the V. In this rare instance, I will recommend the V to you😉!
Good luck!
V.
BUT, with all of that said, I think you should go with the Caddy. For one, you have already had the F and obviously didn't like it enough to keep it...the next one will be no different. Secondly, you're already a lil disappointed in the lack of aftermarket support for the F and arroused by the amount of aftermarket support for the V. In this rare instance, I will recommend the V to you😉!
Good luck!
V.
05-20-16, 10:43 AM
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Might want to keep a look out for this:
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...aro-zl1-models
General Motors has discovered a problem with the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V-8s fitted to certain versions of the Cadillac CTS-V and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The affected models are all 2009-2013 CTS-Vs and all 2012-2013 Camaro ZL1s.
According to the automaker, the engine's supercharger may not be functioning properly, causing the unit to develop a noticeable rattle noise at idle. The noise will normally go away when the engine revs start to rise, but the problem, if left unresolved, may lead to contamination of the internal shaft bearing grease and cause the bearing to squeal over time. This could lead to the bearing overheating, which in turn could cause the engine to seize or simply fail to start.
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...aro-zl1-models
General Motors has discovered a problem with the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V-8s fitted to certain versions of the Cadillac CTS-V and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The affected models are all 2009-2013 CTS-Vs and all 2012-2013 Camaro ZL1s.
According to the automaker, the engine's supercharger may not be functioning properly, causing the unit to develop a noticeable rattle noise at idle. The noise will normally go away when the engine revs start to rise, but the problem, if left unresolved, may lead to contamination of the internal shaft bearing grease and cause the bearing to squeal over time. This could lead to the bearing overheating, which in turn could cause the engine to seize or simply fail to start.
05-20-16, 10:49 AM
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Just curious, but have you asked this question in the Cadillac CTS-V forums?! 99% of thr members here are going to say get the F...that's why we're all here! I personally LOVE mine to death and don't think there's much better out there for an OVERALL packaged car for the money...4 doors, decent trunk and interior space, decent interior, excellent exterior design (my opinion), good power, good reliability, holds value well, decent aftermarket support, rare, good handling, etc etc etc. Sure there are cars that look better. Sure there are cars that are even more rare. Sure there are cars that have more power, etc. But again, as a whole package, for the money, hard to beat the F.
BUT, with all of that said, I think you should go with the Caddy. For one, you have already had the F and obviously didn't like it enough to keep it...the next one will be no different. Secondly, you're already a lil disappointed in the lack of aftermarket support for the F and arroused by the amount of aftermarket support for the V. In this rare instance, I will recommend the V to you😉!
Good luck!
V.
BUT, with all of that said, I think you should go with the Caddy. For one, you have already had the F and obviously didn't like it enough to keep it...the next one will be no different. Secondly, you're already a lil disappointed in the lack of aftermarket support for the F and arroused by the amount of aftermarket support for the V. In this rare instance, I will recommend the V to you😉!
Good luck!
V.
05-20-16, 10:56 AM
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Might want to keep a look out for this:
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...aro-zl1-models
General Motors has discovered a problem with the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V-8s fitted to certain versions of the Cadillac CTS-V and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The affected models are all 2009-2013 CTS-Vs and all 2012-2013 Camaro ZL1s.
According to the automaker, the engine's supercharger may not be functioning properly, causing the unit to develop a noticeable rattle noise at idle. The noise will normally go away when the engine revs start to rise, but the problem, if left unresolved, may lead to contamination of the internal shaft bearing grease and cause the bearing to squeal over time. This could lead to the bearing overheating, which in turn could cause the engine to seize or simply fail to start.
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...aro-zl1-models
General Motors has discovered a problem with the supercharged 6.2-liter LSA V-8s fitted to certain versions of the Cadillac CTS-V and Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. The affected models are all 2009-2013 CTS-Vs and all 2012-2013 Camaro ZL1s.
According to the automaker, the engine's supercharger may not be functioning properly, causing the unit to develop a noticeable rattle noise at idle. The noise will normally go away when the engine revs start to rise, but the problem, if left unresolved, may lead to contamination of the internal shaft bearing grease and cause the bearing to squeal over time. This could lead to the bearing overheating, which in turn could cause the engine to seize or simply fail to start.
05-20-16, 10:57 AM
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I drove both before buying the ISF, and a close friend has a 2011 CTS-V coupe. He likes it, and it is faster than the ISF, but he always comments on how much nicer the ISF is overall, and how much crisper the transmission is in the ISF.
Like mentioned above, the CTS-V is a total pig on gas, so if you even care remotely about operating costs, that could be a significant deterrent.
Like mentioned above, the CTS-V is a total pig on gas, so if you even care remotely about operating costs, that could be a significant deterrent.
05-20-16, 11:33 AM
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Regarding aftermarket,
How fast are you planning on making your car anyways?
For me, 1/4 mile in the 11s and trapping 120mph with bolt-ons and tune on street tire is plenty fast for me, seems to be where the ISF is currently sitting...well that is until until RR Racing releases their supercharger kit.
How fast are you planning on making your car anyways?
For me, 1/4 mile in the 11s and trapping 120mph with bolt-ons and tune on street tire is plenty fast for me, seems to be where the ISF is currently sitting...well that is until until RR Racing releases their supercharger kit.
05-20-16, 11:37 AM
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I drove both before buying the ISF, and a close friend has a 2011 CTS-V coupe. He likes it, and it is faster than the ISF, but he always comments on how much nicer the ISF is overall, and how much crisper the transmission is in the ISF.
Like mentioned above, the CTS-V is a total pig on gas, so if you even care remotely about operating costs, that could be a significant deterrent.
Like mentioned above, the CTS-V is a total pig on gas, so if you even care remotely about operating costs, that could be a significant deterrent.
05-20-16, 11:41 AM
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Regarding aftermarket,
How fast are you planning on making your car anyways?
For me, 1/4 mile in the 11s and trapping 120mph with bolt-ons and tune on street tire is plenty fast for me, seems to be where the ISF is currently sitting...well that is until until RR Racing releases their supercharger kit.
How fast are you planning on making your car anyways?
For me, 1/4 mile in the 11s and trapping 120mph with bolt-ons and tune on street tire is plenty fast for me, seems to be where the ISF is currently sitting...well that is until until RR Racing releases their supercharger kit.
