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Cadillac ATS-V Sedan - One Take

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  • Опубліковано 28 вер 2015
  • GM's chassis engineers are some of the best on the planet. Their fast cars are really, legitimately, fast cars, especially the fast Caddy's. The ATS-V sedan undercuts the BMW M3 in price (because of course it does), while offering more power in a slightly smaller package. Does it work?

КОМЕНТАРІ • 807

  • @timmietz
    @timmietz 8 років тому +327

    This will be a great 2-year old used car value at $40k.

    • @mdcohen
      @mdcohen 8 років тому +2

      I wonder what these are selling (or more often leasing) for out the door.

    • @DamianSabre
      @DamianSabre 8 років тому +3

      +Michael Cohen About 70k I think.

    • @DamianSabre
      @DamianSabre 8 років тому +3

      +Michael Cohen Nvm. Matt said 75k.

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому +5

      +Cpt Falcon Base is much lower at 60 something.

    • @DamianSabre
      @DamianSabre 8 років тому

      ***** I see.

  • @Ze-Germanzuk
    @Ze-Germanzuk 8 років тому +114

    Hey he said my name xD 6:01

    • @acecampano6808
      @acecampano6808 8 років тому +4

      +Ze Germanz WOW OMG THATS CRAZY!

    • @Ze-Germanzuk
      @Ze-Germanzuk 8 років тому +8

      Ace Campano Mind = Blown

    • @butt5810
      @butt5810 8 років тому +10

      +Diesel Lozano about 6 minutes and 1 second.

  • @zanjani13
    @zanjani13 8 років тому +28

    Love the overall design of the ATS-V, Cadillac sure knows how to make a aggressive looking super seden.

  • @GfCast39
    @GfCast39 8 років тому +12

    Driving that fast and speaking coherently and with substance is a major talent. Props Farah.

  • @faasamoaufa
    @faasamoaufa 8 років тому +48

    "It moves it's meat around really really well".

  • @Oldmurray9323
    @Oldmurray9323 8 років тому +82

    holly shit. from our point of view it looks like your really hauling some serious ass on that road. Seems like one of the fastest cars youve taken through that road in a while

    • @MrNicholg
      @MrNicholg 8 років тому +1

      +Alexis Marrero 30mph

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 8 років тому +6

      +MrNicholg You need to be less stupid.

    • @MrNicholg
      @MrNicholg 8 років тому

      +Vernon Price just obeying the traffic laws, son

    • @reyarya
      @reyarya 8 років тому +21

      I second what this guy has said. This is the fasted car I think I have seen you drive down a canyon road so far. It looks like it's just effortlessly going and going from curve to curve with perfect momentum. I can't wait to have this car in a couple of months

  • @mikhailSRT4
    @mikhailSRT4 8 років тому +5

    are you kidding me sounds great . why does everyone bash these cars. when the perform so great.

  • @fcgodftw
    @fcgodftw 8 років тому +73

    Not an American car fan but daymn son, these cadillacs sure do look very nice!

    • @markus499
      @markus499 8 років тому

      +Flávio Coimbra imo those head & tail lights ruin the car, would look sick if they would be little bit more germanish :D

    • @bighands69
      @bighands69 8 років тому +5

      +Flávio Coimbra
      American cars cost half of what European cars cost. In America an ordinary person can have a 5 liter V8. In Europe you are talking 100,000 dollars plus to own such a car. That is the difference.

    • @nihselauto
      @nihselauto 8 років тому +1

      +Flávio Coimbra best part is that you don't have to pay for service (oil change, tire rotation, etc) for 4 year/ 50k miles.

    • @TerryPullen
      @TerryPullen 8 років тому +2

      Cost to fill the gas tank on a CTS-V in Germany €79.86 - $87.73
      Cost to fill the gas tank on a CTS-v in Michigan €29.85 - $32.80
      I think european gas tax has a lot to do with the fact that average Americans can afford bigger engines. As I write this comment (July 24th 2016) gas here in Michigan is $2.05 per gallon while the price of gas in Frankfurt is about $5.57 per gallon.

    • @pwally2714
      @pwally2714 4 роки тому +3

      "Not being an American car fan" was so 15 years ago bro. Since then the 2006 Z06 held the record for fastest Nurburgring lap then 2008 ACR then 2009 ZR1 held the record while the 2009 CTS-V was the fastest sedan in the world. Then the 2016 ACR was as fast as the Porsche 918, Laferrari and P1.
      "Not an American car fan" because you drove a 1999 Buick?
      Get in this century, bro.

  • @BD14Cameron
    @BD14Cameron 8 років тому +37

    I love how honest you are. Keep up the great videos Matt! Thanks for the consistent content.

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 8 років тому +8

      +BD14Cameron
      Yup, a lot of reviewers seem to be afraid of upsetting the auto industry. I'm pretty sure bad reviews can get you black balled.

    • @kambojsbTech
      @kambojsbTech 8 років тому +1

      +BD14Cameron Yea like Motor trend and other reviewers its so sad with the state of journalism :(

  • @CKDC8
    @CKDC8 8 років тому +1

    Love these 10 min reviews where you are actually driving on a cool road rather than some of the other glitzed up big production reviews.Thanks and hope you keep doing them

  • @Trades46
    @Trades46 8 років тому +16

    The ATS has the basics done right. Like Matt stated Cadillac just need to address the small details to make a top class car. And given GM's focus on Cadillac these past few years I say they are doing a good job so far.

  • @nezerac
    @nezerac 8 років тому +51

    Jesus this thing is fast. Also if you watch this high you're gonna flip out and think matt's gonna die like 10 times. lmao!

    • @skyscourge5663
      @skyscourge5663 4 роки тому +2

      Lmao high right now

    • @pantloaded
      @pantloaded 4 роки тому

      yuup

    • @trengodd
      @trengodd 4 місяці тому

      hahah im high asf rn looking for a sports sedan

  • @bobbyyy.
    @bobbyyy. 6 років тому +12

    I love the sound of that engine

  • @bigtreesfall
    @bigtreesfall 3 роки тому +1

    I test drove one last week and I have to say that your assessment is spot on!

  • @chrissorreda4982
    @chrissorreda4982 8 років тому +18

    Oh my god that thing is fast. Props to Matt's driving ofcourse but he wouldn't go that fast if the car couldn't handle it.

  • @brendanw3534
    @brendanw3534 8 років тому

    That was an awesome run Matt! Lovin these one takes and suprised caddy is capable of such ninja-like turn ins!

  • @jimmyqballs
    @jimmyqballs 8 років тому +16

    Loving these smooth 60 FPS videos!

  • @nathanscott9075
    @nathanscott9075 8 років тому +3

    This is a very well rounded beast! Handles so well! Damn! I actually like the sound.

  • @ilandman4evr
    @ilandman4evr 8 років тому +3

    You were getting it with this ATS-V. Hauling the groceries dear I say. Awesome vid Matt

  • @stevethibodeaux3764
    @stevethibodeaux3764 8 років тому

    Love the engine shot you added pre-drive. Somebody suggested that a while ago so it is good to see you listened! Great addition to the vid.

  • @traxnada
    @traxnada 8 років тому +4

    No traffic clogging the road! Damn, it's been a while during one takes lol
    Loved the driving, with headphones, the engine noise is quite nice and makes you want to go out and drive yourself :)

  • @BESTNOODLEREVIEWS
    @BESTNOODLEREVIEWS 8 років тому +2

    Nice way start my morning for work, thanks for the upload!

  • @MrSupersaiyangoku
    @MrSupersaiyangoku 8 років тому +52

    GM's 8 speed keeps getting slack because in manual mode it is not as fast in shift speed as reviewers would like,. But here is the thing. Its perfectly fine in automatic mode were you have the car setup in track mode. The computer is so intuitive and always has the car in its perfect gear. You simply can not be involved in the automatic 8 SPEED. If you want driver involvement then buy the manual transmission.

    • @ssaini5028
      @ssaini5028 8 років тому +5

      +Servant of JESUS CHRIST amen

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому +18

      That's what I was thinking too, if you buy the 8 speed AUTO is because you want an AUTO, If you are going to complain that your paddles aren't responsive than why didn't you get a Manual?.. Right?.

    • @Texarmageddon
      @Texarmageddon 8 років тому +2

      +Omar Mercado
      Maybe cause people are expecting DCT like response? Not all paddle shifters suck...

    • @chrisinyaass7508
      @chrisinyaass7508 8 років тому

      You are a prophet.

    • @chrisinyaass7508
      @chrisinyaass7508 8 років тому

      +Texarmageddon why would they expect that when they know it's not a dct?

  • @number36420
    @number36420 8 років тому +2

    I have had the ats-v for about a month now and I love the car. Very fast. Handles amazing and the 8 speed auto is not so bad when you learn how to use it. When you are in manual mode you need to learn the correct times to downshift and it will respond very fast. The upshifts are fast when you are on the gas and hits hard. Very solid car and the acceleration is nasty. Very nice powerband. This has a big turbo type is high rpm pull that you don't get from other cars. Builds power the whole way up the rpm range. Tons of torque

  • @fjones1914
    @fjones1914 2 роки тому +3

    I've seen this a few times before and after buying my car.

  • @RyanRBurns
    @RyanRBurns 8 років тому +1

    One of your better reviews. keep it up. You're the man.

  • @HorsepowerKingscom
    @HorsepowerKingscom 8 років тому

    Great video, can't wait to see you review the new CTS-V!

  • @nibotkram7743
    @nibotkram7743 8 років тому +46

    It looks like a rolling felony to me.

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому

      Yup, The car breaks all kinds of speed limits and if I was a judge I would put the SOV (

    • @xsct878
      @xsct878 3 роки тому +4

      @@OmarsTechWorld cringe shut the fuck up

    • @CJmk3supra
      @CJmk3supra 2 роки тому

      🤣🤣🤣 . It also comes with the auto license suspension package

  • @tylercurley5828
    @tylercurley5828 8 років тому +10

    Did the pedal HONESTLY feel softer? Thats hard to believe after that little bit of canyon driving at 60%.

  • @logicreversed18t
    @logicreversed18t 3 роки тому +1

    I'm just here doing research after just reserving a CT4-V Blackwing. I'm sure I watched this five years ago, but I needed a refresher.

    • @ssaini5028
      @ssaini5028 3 роки тому +2

      Congrats on your reservation, GM racing tech is miles better than anything out of Germany.

  • @Mr318live
    @Mr318live 8 років тому +35

    Cadillac completed their mission with the ATS. They created a car that can compete neck and neck with the Germans at a lower price. None of them handle like the ATS. Like people have said the transmission is smart all by itself..if you want to drive it fast leave it in auto. Its only the first generation and will only get better.

    • @insaneturtle33
      @insaneturtle33 8 років тому +11

      Exactly. Thank you for not being ignorant

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому +7

      Exactly! If you want to shift then get a Manual. Easy as that.

    • @asvit9487
      @asvit9487 8 років тому

      Except that now this is the same price and like he said it's not quite there yet

    • @Texarmageddon
      @Texarmageddon 8 років тому

      +Mr318live Apparently they didn't complete shit... As they can't seem to sell them.
      hence, Mission was a failure and will continue to be so till they can make the public realize it's a good car for the money

    • @Mr318live
      @Mr318live 8 років тому

      Texarmageddon Dude chill the hell out. They haven't even been for sale that long. What imaginary report you been reading? Its a low volume model to start with, their more concerned with how escalades are selling.

  • @phat-b6771
    @phat-b6771 4 роки тому +4

    Can anyone answer this question...... do you think this car will be a classic some day

  • @allensaunders449
    @allensaunders449 8 років тому +2

    love this show especially on public roads

  • @GT-gt4bf
    @GT-gt4bf 8 років тому +29

    I would take this over an M3/4 any day. I drove an M4 and it was good, but not M good.

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 8 років тому +2

      +GT7786
      I saw a review where the equivalent mercedes forgot the model rated higher than the M4, yikes.

    • @GT-gt4bf
      @GT-gt4bf 8 років тому +2

      Jeff K C63 is a hell of a car, no doubt about that.

    • @dragospahontu
      @dragospahontu 4 роки тому

      I like the turbo kick in that car

  • @autoblast5930
    @autoblast5930 8 років тому +1

    Really nice one take and an excellent and helpful review. Your getting good at these Matt. You should do them for a living . . . oh wait. The caddy seems fast and agile. If only it was available in New Zealand.

  • @jackjohnson5384
    @jackjohnson5384 8 років тому +8

    Holy hell that thing turns in good!

  • @kelvarnsen1749
    @kelvarnsen1749 5 років тому +2

    R.I.P. CTS and ATS V

  • @FLGTRPLAR
    @FLGTRPLAR 8 років тому +2

    Camera positions are awesome on this vid. Looks like a video game.

  • @aszrael1266
    @aszrael1266 8 років тому +6

    Matt how does the ATS-V compare to the 2nd gen CTS-V?

  • @Dormantee
    @Dormantee 8 років тому +12

    Matt, highly considering trading my '14 ZL1 in on one of these... or a Stingray. What would you prefer?

    • @Travis73917
      @Travis73917 4 роки тому +2

      Which car u end up getting ?

  • @mr.lowslow7702
    @mr.lowslow7702 Рік тому +2

    Matt needs to review one that has 600whp. Basic bolt ons and tune will get you there and it’s a beast of an animal to drive.

  • @petelandry1149
    @petelandry1149 3 роки тому +1

    With a Trifecta Tune this thing comes alive. Boost to 500hp and the shifting is greatly improved.

  • @mojogrip
    @mojogrip 8 років тому

    Was this shot on a Dji Osmo? really great quality!

  • @MrsGondee
    @MrsGondee 8 років тому +1

    Excellent One-Take.

  • @Payne01SS
    @Payne01SS 7 років тому +18

    Don't get the CUE hate on all the reviews. Got my ATS yesterday, figured it out the same day. Love it.

  • @troypower4733
    @troypower4733 8 років тому +1

    The key to CUE is understanding its a capacitive touch system, the key word being touch and no more than that, be consistent and smooth and its great, jabbing and jerking around and yes it will frustrate you, mind you that is self imposed. I have not issues with CUE at all.

  • @bobby7220
    @bobby7220 8 років тому +1

    Hey Matt what time do you usually go to find roads this empty?

  • @sookito21
    @sookito21 8 років тому +1

    matt what is the difference between the ats v and the cts vsport? arent they both tt v6's?

  • @Spirited_Driver
    @Spirited_Driver 8 років тому +5

    Wow man, it looked like you were really rippin, i mean it looks like you were going faster in this car than other sports cars..

  • @ThatsSomeGoodPizza
    @ThatsSomeGoodPizza 8 років тому +2

    at 5:00 this place looks like heaven. Can't wait to move to SoCal and take my e90 M3 up here. I live in Florida and the roads are boring as hell.

  • @MrNicholg
    @MrNicholg 8 років тому +2

    I just wonder if the rear end will bounce 6-feet up in the air after shooting straight left from a failed burnout attempt like a Bimmer.

  • @MrEvoToYou
    @MrEvoToYou 8 років тому

    +thesmokingtire Thanks for the Matt. How do you like the road feel the steering and seat in this car. Do you find the steering feel to be better than the F80 M3 as others have said? Thanks!

  • @GammaRays134
    @GammaRays134 4 роки тому +3

    @TheSmokingTire Just curious why you complained about the 8 speed trans in this car but you said the CTS-V shifted perfectly, even though the CTS-V has the same 8L90 trans.

  • @Todayscarnews
    @Todayscarnews 8 років тому

    Beautiful car, and what a drive!

  • @xtmracer91
    @xtmracer91 7 років тому

    old video i knows. but do you think a tune could fix most of the trans and throttle "issues" ?

  • @austinshatzer
    @austinshatzer 8 років тому

    As always. Honest as ffff. Luff it

  • @arthurpauwels6775
    @arthurpauwels6775 8 років тому

    What's up, guys. Outstanding Performance. wrench shelf !!!

  • @Lucas-ck1po
    @Lucas-ck1po 8 років тому +4

    I love the throaty sound, very nice for a turbocharged six cyl

    • @rodgersb1248
      @rodgersb1248 7 років тому

      Umm it's a v8 lol

    • @TheGjergj79
      @TheGjergj79 7 років тому +9

      V-6 twin turbo.

    • @Lucas-ck1po
      @Lucas-ck1po 7 років тому +2

      TheGjergj79 But i like his comment. The day people mistake a v6 for a v8 given it's sound is the day we all have hope for a better car future. Not everything is being lost :)

    • @thevalleysjc
      @thevalleysjc 7 років тому

      +Lucas silva vieira i think he confused it because of the cts-v I sometimes do it two its one letter confusion but both cars are nice..

    • @Lucas-ck1po
      @Lucas-ck1po 7 років тому

      Thevalley Rodriguez They are absolutely look alikes for sure. .

  • @Napsoul
    @Napsoul 8 років тому +2

    Great Vid Matt, keep it up! Tell us your thoughts on Volkswagen next vid plz! As a german im interest in the american opinion

  • @OnlyTechOfficial
    @OnlyTechOfficial 8 років тому

    Can ECU tuning fix lag between shifts or is that not possible?

  • @CrossWindsPat
    @CrossWindsPat 8 років тому

    So a Koyorad, new plumbing, intercooler, downpipe and a nice race exhaust and I think it would be a winner. It looks fantastic! Maybe if you could lower it like a little over a half inch without sacrificing quality I would do that as well.

  • @YakoffShmirnoff
    @YakoffShmirnoff 8 років тому

    OMG dat turn-in is no joke!

  • @Em12k
    @Em12k 8 років тому +1

    where do you get your sun glasses from Matt? i like the lenses.

  • @timsears1089
    @timsears1089 8 років тому

    Good review. I've had mine for about 2 months now. The gearbox is peculiar as sometimes it wants to behave and have that snappiness of a DCT and other times, it's just downright slow. Hopefully this can all be resolved in tuning via software updates. In terms of overheating, I have to agree as well. According to my PDR, Water Temp: 221(max), Oil Temp: 266 (max), Trans Temp: 243(max). This was after a 1:59.7 running at Buttonwillow CW13. Temps that day were in the high 60's/low 70's. Completely stock. (Footage on my page) Hopefully, some better oil will drop it down a touch in the coming summer months.

  • @johnnyaguiar3088
    @johnnyaguiar3088 7 років тому +3

    I don't know why all these reviewers hate CUE... I love it! these guys must not be tech savvy. The interior of BMW's look dated In comparison.

  • @j1j1j1j1j1
    @j1j1j1j1j1 8 років тому +2

    these early morning uploads...

  • @krytikalofficial5094
    @krytikalofficial5094 7 років тому +1

    Yup I'm buying one for sure

  • @dankxdank
    @dankxdank 8 років тому +3

    nice run man.

  • @darrenjohnson88
    @darrenjohnson88 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve owned Cadillacs all with the Icue and I don’t understand why everyone hates it

    • @astroshawn8887
      @astroshawn8887 10 місяців тому

      Exactly. I have the 14 ATS 2.OT. It's an amazing car, the biggest drawback is the harsh transmission shudder. Cue on the other hand does it's job 90% of the time-its not the terrible system it has been made out to be.

  • @jeffk464
    @jeffk464 8 років тому

    I was looking for this review, you should get one on a race track.

  • @roadracevette1994
    @roadracevette1994 8 років тому +3

    Come on Matt, my 10 year old daughter had the CUE system figured out in less time then it took to watch this video

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 8 років тому +1

      +Barry Blackstone Yeah I feel like Matt is unreasonably harsh about CUE, I mean I'm not saying it's the best system at all, but it is really not that hard to use. There are also tricks I think a lot of people aren't aware of, like to change the volume quickly you can swipe left or right on the volume slider in the center console. The new Cadillacs are also getting a 4X bump in processing power which fixes the lag, which I think was one of the worst parts of CUE.
      There are also steering wheel controls for phone, voice commands, volume, track up/down, DIC settings etc which means you don't actually have to use the CUE interface itself for most of the things you want to do while you're actually driving. So I just can't see the justification for the hate it gets.

  • @TheLejait
    @TheLejait 8 років тому

    I can't wait to here your thoughts on this vs. the Jag XE-R (fully loaded around 69k)

  • @Dirtay427
    @Dirtay427 8 років тому

    I myself just recently picked up my second ATS originally had a 13 2 L turbo just picked up in April a 15 2 L turbo with the performance package fully loaded out the door for 42 1/2, I live in Northern California news yet to have any issues regarding heat or power loss probably going to wait till 2017 to look into the ATSV give it a couple years to work the kinks out

  • @michaelcuff5780
    @michaelcuff5780 4 роки тому

    So whats the last year for the LS CTSV ?

  • @qpidrc9454
    @qpidrc9454 8 років тому +1

    Great review, as usual. Hopefully they work on that U.I.
    By the way, the video footage is VERY crisp! What camera is this?

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  8 років тому +3

      GoPro 4 Silver with polarizer cap 60 FPS

    • @qpidrc9454
      @qpidrc9454 8 років тому +2

      +TheSmokingTire ....Nice. It really brings your videos to life. Almost like we're riding with you. Keep up the great work brother!

  • @noryb76
    @noryb76 8 років тому +2

    Beautiful car

  • @RingerRacing
    @RingerRacing 8 років тому

    i was in the atsv and ctsv at laguna seca during a 45min-1 hour session driven by pro drivers for caddy customers.. cars held up very well , air temps were 80-85 degrees ... the ctsv was pretty insane around laguna and atsv very close in ride, speed and handling... also got to drive both vehicles and both very nice... ctsv should come in stick... i actually like the exhaust note in the atsv, sounds good up high in the rev range, i also like the power delivery... after many hot laps you can tell the cts has better brakes.. problem with the infotainment system(i hate that word infotainment btw) is when you touch the buttons you dont know that you actually did anything , the buttons are like fixed plastic and you cant feel them working , they dont click like a button should lol... you just press the thing and wonder if its actually a button...
    i dont know of any force induced engine that stays cool on the track without modification.. how hot was it in texas when the atsv was getting hot? i assume it was on the street and not the track based on what matt was saying

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 8 років тому

      +RingerRacing The CUE system uses a haptic engine, so you do actually know when you've done something because the surface you're touching vibrates under your finger. Also the ATS-V that got hot was due to a preproduction part that failed, that part never made it into production, and no othre ATS-Vs or CTS-Vs have had any overheating issues.

  • @Angel-HC
    @Angel-HC 8 років тому

    The torque converter equivalent of flywheel is called a flex plate. Not really a subject people go into when talking about automatics and having good throttle response, so it's common for most people to not know that term.

  • @ethownzbh
    @ethownzbh 8 років тому +5

    @Renzo Sing cts-v is still a supercharged v8

  • @mdcohen
    @mdcohen 8 років тому

    How does the mag ride feel? Pobst thought the Caddy felt slower around the track when it actually was just as quick. Maybe that suspension soaks up everything so well you lose the some sensation of speed? Sometimes good for the track is less fun for the street.

    • @danielbustos16
      @danielbustos16 8 років тому

      +Michael Cohen Its so good Ferrari uses it.

  • @jue_boy4135
    @jue_boy4135 8 років тому +9

    The automatic equivalent of a flywheel is a flex plate I believe. Don't hold me to that, I'm not good with my knowledge of automatics.

    • @JDsHouseofHobbies
      @JDsHouseofHobbies 8 років тому +1

      +Jue_boy You are correct, sir!

    • @jue_boy4135
      @jue_boy4135 8 років тому +1

      ***** Haha good to know. Make sure you got a decent diet to keep things regular.

  • @stigmsr1
    @stigmsr1 8 років тому +13

    +thesmokingtire I was hoping for your standard out (shift with paddles) and back (let the auto shift) comparison. I've noticed that a lot of others have stated the trans downshifts better in auto than with the paddles. I don't know it you were pressed for time or if you noticed if it wasn't that different. I realize its stupid to offer paddles if they're basically useless just because the other guy offers paddle because if theirs works and your's doesn't you just look bad. I was also hoping for better cooling with more frontal area for flow through the radiator. Do you think it was undersized for fitment and cost because they gambled on it not being driven that hard by most?

    • @wobblysauce
      @wobblysauce 8 років тому +1

      Built to a price for where most people are, if you live some where Hot you can change it up.

    • @stigmsr1
      @stigmsr1 8 років тому

      +wobbly sauce I really hope that not the case though you're probably right. A stock car should be able to be driven at speed without severely cutting power. If it were modified and can't keep up with the heat then upgrading cooling would be understandable. If Cadi wants to do this and knows they can't handle the heat maybe do an over-boost function for short busts of extra power then back down to help keep the temps in check. Just my opinion but when your car gets known for going into limp mode on every test you dropped the ball somewhere.

    • @TheSmokingTire
      @TheSmokingTire  8 років тому +6

      It's a little better in auto, yeah, but I still would rather shift myself most of the time. I'm sure there are ways to keep that engine cooler but you probably have to get a real expensive series of coolers that GM didn't want to buy.

    • @stigmsr1
      @stigmsr1 8 років тому +2

      TheSmokingTire Sounds like they should have tried to work out a bulk deal for more efficient ones that could work in the Vette too since it sounds like it needs them as well. Work it into the performance package price even though I truly think if it has the V or Z06 badge it should come standard. Thanks for your input.

    • @wobblysauce
      @wobblysauce 8 років тому

      But if it works fine else where.. is it a localised issue.

  • @thomaspfaff8723
    @thomaspfaff8723 8 років тому +6

    Picky picky... and now i believe we have philosophically have different opinions on what sounds tasty... this V6 sounds angry and tight +TheSmokingTire
    but I love the videos....keep 'em coming

  • @seanhenry8030
    @seanhenry8030 8 років тому

    That rotational inertia in the coupling portion of the auto transmission, that is equivalent to the flywheel, is in the torque converter. The flexplate, which some may try to say is the equivalent of the flywheel weighs less than 5 pounds on most cars. Obviously, a 5 lb flywheel in a manual car would be stupid light. So lighter weight torque converter? Then again maybe the problem isn't the coupling portion. Maybe it's in the auto tranny itself. They are called slush boxes for a reason.

  • @mangobanana2982
    @mangobanana2982 8 років тому +1

    I died when he said it moves its meat around very well lol

  • @CrzyMav
    @CrzyMav 8 років тому

    Wow!!! What a beautiful looking Cadillac. Definitely a fun car to own and buy. Bitching car! Great job GM, on making a stunning car.

  • @thh420
    @thh420 8 років тому

    +thesmokingtire
    Matt, what kind of sunglasses are those you're wearing?

  • @kodylaird9342
    @kodylaird9342 8 років тому

    Matt; the flywheel in an automatic car is called the flexplate

  • @keys1177
    @keys1177 8 років тому +3

    he's driving this one fast :)

  • @cosmicbluevox1001
    @cosmicbluevox1001 8 років тому +1

    I cracked up when he said "it moves its meat very well".

  • @ballmode
    @ballmode 8 років тому

    +thesmokingtire I know this is sorta off topic, but if it was your money compared to the competitors would you get the ATS 2.0T or the V6 or neither because another car beats it in class?

    • @MrNicholg
      @MrNicholg 8 років тому

      +ballmode 2.0l turbo is a known lemonade maker.

    • @MrNicholg
      @MrNicholg 8 років тому

      +ballmode 2.0l turbo is a known lemonade maker.

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому

      I think you should test drive them, I got my Turbo because I want to swap the turbo for something bigger. Make it a sleeper I guess.

  • @computiNATEor
    @computiNATEor 8 років тому

    Did you schedule this in sync with Motor Trend on purpose? I like it! Keep up the good work.

    • @OmarsTechWorld
      @OmarsTechWorld 8 років тому

      I noticed that too! both videos were next to each other.

    • @danielbustos16
      @danielbustos16 8 років тому

      +computiNATEor Cadillac gave out test cars at same time to multiple testers. Motor Trend and SmokingTire are both based in California. So they got cars at same time.

    • @computiNATEor
      @computiNATEor 8 років тому

      Actually, the BDC was filmed months ago. So, no, not the same time.

  • @rhiiine
    @rhiiine 3 роки тому +1

    How do you still have a license?

  • @jesserivas7305
    @jesserivas7305 8 років тому +4

    when will you sign with food network channel? I could see you being a food tester lol with diners drive ins and dives

    • @xtravisxmanx
      @xtravisxmanx 8 років тому

      +Jesse Rivas LOL I could see that happening as well!

  • @xtravisxmanx
    @xtravisxmanx 8 років тому

    Cadillac has really stepped up their game with the ATS-V and CTS-V. Much respect to them. On track I would take an M3 and on road the C63. ATS-V is almost as good but not quite there. Maybe next generation.

  • @rdionne
    @rdionne 8 років тому +2

    @thesmokingtire The Folding rear seat is in the "Luxury Package" should be standard....its one of the handful of things that I cant stand about my 05 STi.

  • @cg5885
    @cg5885 8 років тому

    damn this whip is fresh!

  • @99v8cobra
    @99v8cobra 8 років тому

    Awesome car !!

  • @maximus9401
    @maximus9401 8 років тому +1

    Looking forward to that Alpha platform on the new Camaros

  • @VaunShiz
    @VaunShiz 8 років тому +57

    there is just something about it that doesn't look premium, most people will see it and never guess it's a 70k car. that automatic is such a joke considering GM bragged about it saying it's as good if not better then pdk.. Said no reviewer so far

    • @horschrl1
      @horschrl1 8 років тому +16

      +matthew von Get a hair cut.

    • @JonasRosenven
      @JonasRosenven 8 років тому +3

      +matthew von If I had that kind of money to spend, a car like the Tesla S 70D would be very tempting instead of this.

    • @xavierjones4574
      @xavierjones4574 8 років тому +1

      +matthew von
      see you're not black though

    • @jeffk464
      @jeffk464 8 років тому

      +matthew von
      I think this platform is going to make a lot more sense as a $25-40,000 Camaro, hopefully with magnetic thing.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 8 років тому +26

      +CYKBC V series Cadillacs have excellent (read: slow) depreciation. Go ahead, look up some gen 2 CTS-Vs on autotrader. They hold their value a lot better than M5s and E63s. And I'm guessing you've never seen one in person, there's nothing "rental" about it. Do your rentals normally have Recaros?