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For Sale: 2006 Cadillac XLR in Mesa, Arizona

Vehicle Description

When Cadillac got serious about their image, they knew that a 2-seat luxury/sport convertible was the way to go. The Allante was a valiant first effort, but cars like this gorgeous 2006 Cadillac XLR-V were really the pinnacle of the breed's evolution. Far more than just a "Cadillac Corvette," it features a sophisticated 4.4L Northstar Supercharged V8 powerplant, gorgeous "New Edge" styling and plenty of performance matched by loads of opulent American luxury. With only 34,826 miles on the clock, this dialed-in, Raven black retractable hardtop convertible is loaded to the teeth with factory performance options and has been impeccably well cared for throughout the years. This ain't your Grandma's Cadillac...

The brilliant, miles-deep Raven Black paint job was one of Cadillac's ultimate colors, and nowhere does it look better than on the low, sleek, angular XLR-V. This particular XLR shows under 35K original miles, and it's obviously been properly maintained and never used for the daily commute. In fact, we'd be shocked if it's ever seen so much as a rain drop or even a gravel driveway. As a result, the finish is bright, clear, and in excellent overall condition with very, very few signs of use. The low chin spoiler hasn't been bashed by curbs and driveways, the rockers show very little abrasion from tire debris, and thanks to the low shape, rock chips are virtually non-existent. A former owner was wise to not only install a clear bra on the front end and mirrors, but the rest of the car has been completely ceramic coated, so you can expect it to look this good for ages. The styling has aged rather well, and this is a very distinctive car from any angle, looking best from the rear � view where you can really see the wedge-shaped bodywork. Fit and finish are what you'd expect from a car that cost $100,000 (right on the nose, in fact) when it was new, with excellent gaps and a deep shine to the paint that's better than most GM cars, even today. And there's just enough chrome to remind you it's a Cadillac, and that means something.

The Ebony leather interior was as luxurious as Cadillac could make it, and even at a glance it's easy to see the many improvements over its cousin, the Corvette. The leather and suede is soft and supple, and even the driver's seat shows almost no wear, while the suede inserts inside the seats and on the door panels let everyone know this is Cadillac's flagship interior. Plush carpets, real Zingana wood on the dash, and neat little details like the flip-open map pockets in the doors, the brightly badged 'V-Series' door sills, and pseudo roll hoops behind the seats make it feel special inside. Everything was standard, of course, including the Bose touch-screen NAV/entertainment system that sounds fantastic and even features voice navigation and ultrasonic rear park assist. The seats are power operated, heated, and have several memory settings, and even the steering wheel has an electronic tilt set-up, so there's a comfortable position to be had for all. Pushbutton starting is included, and while that's pretty common today, in 2006 it was pretty exciting stuff. Gauges are simple and elegant, the dual-zone A/C is powerful, and you could probably sell tickets to watch the motorized hardtop fold itself into the trunk. And speaking of the trunk, there's decent space when the retractable hardtop is up and better than expected capacity when the trunk is down, so don't be afraid to plan that road trip in this car.

Cadillac's 4.4 liter "Northstar VVT" Supercharged V8 was retooled to fit in a rear-wheel-drive application and it's got an entirely different personality from the Corvette's pushrod V8. Packing 443 horses, it's incredibly powerful, smooth and silky, with the most scintillating exhaust note this side of Milan, Italy, thanks to factory electric cut-outs - the perfect choice in a high-end convertible like this. There's plenty of power at any speed, although the 6L80E 6-speed automatic transmission always seems to keep it right at its torque peak so it's ready when you dip into the throttle, thanks in large part to Cadillac's revolutionary Performance Shift Algorithm that recognizes high-performance driving/maneuvering and keeps the car in the proper gear at all times. The big motor hides under a big plastic shroud, so there's not much to see under the hood, but it's well maintained and runs carefree thanks to the Perfromance Cooling Package in tow, and these newer generation Northstars are well-regarded as durable engines if they're maintained properly. Underneath, it benefits from a performance-tined, dual-wishbone independent and adaptive suspension that teams with the Performance Magnetic Ride Control option that reads the road up to 100 times per second, Stabilitrak stability control option, and giant power-wheel disc brakes that all work together to keep it planted on the road at all times. Big 19-inch chroome wheels with grippy 255/40/19 Continental tires really make it pop and offer plenty of comfort and great handling.

A very cool piece of Cadillac hardware, this rare XLR-V still stands out in a crowd. There are plenty of convertibles out there, but this exciting modern classic offers big performance with a uniquely American flavor. Call today!

Vehicle Details

  • 2006 Cadillac XLR
  • Listing ID: CC-1643284
  • Price: $46,995
  • Location:Mesa, Arizona
  • Year:2006
  • Make:Cadillac
  • Model:XLR
  • Exterior Color:Raven Black
  • Interior Color:Ebony
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Odometer:34826
  • Stock Number:2801-PHX
  • VIN:1G6YX36D165603869
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