Vehicle Description
Style, power, luxury... and now affordability - this 2005 Cadillac
XLR is the low-mileage hardtop convertible that offers you
everything you want, and you can have it all for a terrific
price.
You know this is a future classic, and so it's exciting to find one
that has averaged less than 900 miles annually. The XLR was built
alongside the Corvette, but the style was very different. Where the
Vette wants to coax the wind over the body, the XLR wants to
intimidate it out of the way. The sharp line creases in the sheet
metal serve to highlight the long shape with a hint of sporty wedge
in the profile. It has a premium appearance that mixes
sophistication and aggression - like an Army commander turned CEO.
The factory Light Platinum paint really drives home this point with
great metallic glow. And while no Caddy is complete without chrome,
this one is a bit more reserved - saving most of it for that large
18-inch alloys.
This is a hardtop convertible, and so you get a roof that's part of
a form-fitting package that makes this a sleek coupe. But with the
touch of a button, it disappears. Because you're going to be open
to the world, Cadillac made sure you had something to show off
inside. The tan interior with silver trim does a nice job of
coordinating tones with the exterior. It's hard not to love the
premium light wood inserts on the center console, door panels, and
steering wheel. Low mileage means little time to put wear in the
seats, and in fact, the whole interior still feels fresh. You're
loaded with all the best features, like power seats, power windows,
power locks, keyless entry/ignition, and an AM/FM/CD stereo with
satellite navigation and Bose speakers. There's the best in safety
with front airbags, side airbags, and anti-lock brakes. You even
have a head-up display to keep your eyes on the road. Plus, dual
zone automatic climate control and heated seats means both you and
you passenger can individually dial in your level of comfort all
year long.
The original motor looks great thanks to a well-respected
low-mileage life so far. Cadillac's 4.6-liter Northstar V8 is
another great reason why this XLR is a true future classic. With
multiple valves and variable valve timing, this knows how to adapt
the moment you want extra power - no matter if it's getting up from
a stoplight or pushing into triple-digit speeds. Plus, with
four-wheel disc brakes and the Corvette sharing its
fully-independent sports suspension, this is a Caddy that can
really corner. But more than just a pure performance machine, this
is a grand touring Cadillac. That's why you have nice features like
a five-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and cruise
control.
Complete with owner's manual and maintenance records, you might
never get another chance at such a low mileage and
affordably-priced XLR ever again. So if you love distinct hardtop
convertibles with plenty of power, so don't miss this Caddy. Call
now!
