CTC-V spied! (CTS Coupe) - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

*radz28* · 08-14-2008, 09:41 PM

http://www.leftlanenews.com/cadillac-cts-v-coupe.html

The Mercedes Benz CLK63 Black series, BMW M3 coupe and forthcoming Audi RS5 are officially in trouble. The Cadillac CTS-V Coupe that enthusiasts have been pining for has been officially green-lighted, and was spied for the first time on Thursday.

In an interview with Leftlane in March, Cadillac General Manager Jim Taylor said if his company was going to make a “V” coupe, it would probably arrive at the same time as the regular CTS Coupe, rather than months later. A recent check of supplier sources provides 100-percent confirmation that the V-badged coupe will arrive in May 2009.

It should come as no surprise that the CTS-V Coupe will pack the same supercharged, 6.2-liter, V8 motor that you find in the 2009 CTS-V Sedan. Whether the coupe will share in the V-series sedan’s 550-horsepower rating remains to be seen.

Design-wise, the CTC-V will be in familiar territory. As evidenced by our spy photos, wire mesh grilles, a power dome hood and a more aggressive, lower front fascia will be part of the package. The CTS-V coupe will retain the standard coupe’s center-mounted exhaust, by wider openings should allow for the engine to breathe freer.

Referred to internally as “GMX226 V S/C,” this luxury, hot rod coupe will start production in the last week of May 2009. If that timing sounds familiar, it should. Rather than making customers wait a year for the V series to start production, the V Coupe will start down the production line at the Lansing Grand River assembly plant the same week the regular CTS Coupe begins.

Our best guess is that GM will debut the pair of CTS Coupes at NAIAS 2009. Once Ed Welburn finishes introducing the CTC, expect him to say something along the lines of: “and now for something a little hotter…”

For some reason I think development of a coupe (and another "gas guzzler") with an LSA give some of LSA-hopeful-Z28 fans a better chance.

-Sorry Mods' if this wasn't in the right thread. The way my brain thought of this was it might be a stretch to call it a validation and indication that there's a chance it could make it into a top-dog Camaro model.

*GTAHVIT* · 08-15-2008, 02:18 PM

If CTS gets two supercharged models, ONE OF WHICH IS A COUPE!!!, and the camaro doesn't, I'm just gonna snap.

*radz28* · 08-15-2008, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

If CTS gets two supercharged models, ONE OF WHICH IS A COUPE!!!, and the camaro doesn't, I'm just gonna snap.

That's what I'm thinkin'! If I can't get a SC'd Camaro, I might have to get a SC'd CTS-V, LOL!

shank0668 · 08-15-2008, 02:34 PM

we will get our s/c camaro besides scott said they are focused on the ss and v6

gunslinger · 08-17-2008, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by shank0668

we will get our s/c camaro besides scott said they are focused on the ss and v6

Is that possibly from the PM that fbodfather sent you, the one you can't share with us, but keep teasing us?

*GTAHVIT* · 08-18-2008, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gunslinger

Is that possibly from the PM that fbodfather sent you, the one you can't share with us, but keep teasing us?

No, my guess is he's referencing this post by the man himslef for all to see.

Quote:

Originally Posted by fbodfather

we're certainly looking at it -- but right now, the emphasis MUST be on getting the Camaro V6 and SS out -- and having it exceed your expectations....

Once that's done....................

ihc95 · 08-18-2008, 07:02 AM

Wow, even in camo its better looking than the M3 and the CLK63. Hmmmm. not sure its better looking than the RS5, they'll have have to remove the camo before I decide. CTS coupe also lookin less hatch-back like

Dave McFly · 08-18-2008, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

If CTS gets two supercharged models, ONE OF WHICH IS A COUPE!!!, and the camaro doesn't, I'm just gonna snap.

don't forget about the 'possibility' of a CTW-V (CTS wagon)

*GTAHVIT* · 08-18-2008, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave McFly

don't forget about the 'possibility' of a CTW-V (CTS wagon)

Grrrrrrrrr.

Dave McFly · 08-18-2008, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gtahvit

Grrrrrrrrr.

look out he is gonna blow!

*GTAHVIT* · 08-18-2008, 06:39 PM

LOL

odie23 · 08-20-2008, 12:22 PM

Love it, but that C pillar sure brings back memories of the 2 seater AMX Javelin

from 68 or 69.
http://www.javelinamx.com/javhome/uncar/ericamx1.jpg

08-14-2008, 09:41 PM	#1
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,198 View My Garage	http://www.leftlanenews.com/cadillac-cts-v-coupe.html The Mercedes Benz CLK63 Black series, BMW M3 coupe and forthcoming Audi RS5 are officially in trouble. The Cadillac CTS-V Coupe that enthusiasts have been pining for has been officially green-lighted, and was spied for the first time on Thursday. In an interview with Leftlane in March, Cadillac General Manager Jim Taylor said if his company was going to make a “V” coupe, it would probably arrive at the same time as the regular CTS Coupe, rather than months later. A recent check of supplier sources provides 100-percent confirmation that the V-badged coupe will arrive in May 2009. It should come as no surprise that the CTS-V Coupe will pack the same supercharged, 6.2-liter, V8 motor that you find in the 2009 CTS-V Sedan. Whether the coupe will share in the V-series sedan’s 550-horsepower rating remains to be seen. Design-wise, the CTC-V will be in familiar territory. As evidenced by our spy photos, wire mesh grilles, a power dome hood and a more aggressive, lower front fascia will be part of the package. The CTS-V coupe will retain the standard coupe’s center-mounted exhaust, by wider openings should allow for the engine to breathe freer. Referred to internally as “GMX226 V S/C,” this luxury, hot rod coupe will start production in the last week of May 2009. If that timing sounds familiar, it should. Rather than making customers wait a year for the V series to start production, the V Coupe will start down the production line at the Lansing Grand River assembly plant the same week the regular CTS Coupe begins. Our best guess is that GM will debut the pair of CTS Coupes at NAIAS 2009. Once Ed Welburn finishes introducing the CTC, expect him to say something along the lines of: “and now for something a little hotter…” For some reason I think development of a coupe (and another "gas guzzler") with an LSA give some of LSA-hopeful-Z28 fans a better chance. -Sorry Mods' if this wasn't in the right thread. The way my brain thought of this was it might be a stretch to call it a validation and indication that there's a chance it could make it into a top-dog Camaro model. __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

08-15-2008, 02:18 PM	#2
GTAHVIT Blessed Drives: 2013 Sonic RS MT Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Saint Augustine FL Posts: 28,444 View My Garage	If CTS gets two supercharged models, ONE OF WHICH IS A COUPE!!!, and the camaro doesn't, I'm just gonna snap. __________________ Click image to see build thread. PQ - "the love of cars. It's a boys first step toward manhood and a mans last hold on boyhood." Fbodfather - "We do not want to use the Z28 moniker on a car that does not deserve this hallowed name." The_Blur - "Let's not confuse competitors with equals."

08-18-2008, 06:39 PM	#11
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