Vehicle Description
Well-equipped and stylish as can be, this 2008 Cadillac XLR is a
great looking take on the hardtop convertible. Lightly driven, with
only 52,000 miles under its belt, it's dressed in a rare, attention
getting color and is running strong.
With its broad wheelbase, road-hugging stance, and aggressively
angled windshield, this is a sharp looking ride. It's dressed in
Alpine white, one of the rarest colors its model rolled off the
assembly with and shows good exterior alignment from front to back,
the dividend of having avoided any collisions of note during its
lifetime. Its retractable hardtop is a definite plus, offering a
far more insulated driving environment than cloth convertible tops,
and this is one of those rare instances where the feature doesn't
alter the visual identity of the car, this XLR looks great with the
top up or down. Its distinctive appearance blends both modern and
vintage elements, the overall style of the XLR is unabashedly
contemporary, yet its egg crate front grille harkens back to the
Cadillacs of the 1930s.
Inside the doors, the beige leather interior's light coloring means
less heat to contend with on warm, sunny days, definitely something
to consider with a convertible. When the XLR was first introduced,
the model was renowned for its luxurious, well-appointed driving
environment and it's not hard to see why. Look beyond the steering
wheel and you'll see an assortment of gauges that were designed by
luxury gods manufacturer Bulgari. As you'd expect from such a
reputation, there are plenty of comfort and convenience features on
hand, including an AM/FM/CD/DVD stereo, a navigation system that
displays its findings on a sizable display screen on the center
console, air conditioning that's in top form, cruise control, power
heated seats, power windows, door locks and mirrors - and more.
Chevy's Heads-Up display is most closely associated with Corvettes,
but since the XLR shares a number of components with its
manufacturer's iconic sports car, it seems fitting that the feature
is also on board here to help you keep your eyes on the road. An
assembly of airbags placed throughout the cockpit provides
excellent collision protection.
This droptop's plentiful power, 320 horses worth, comes via a
fuel-injected 4.6-liter Northstar V8 that's running strong. The
engine fires right up and pairs with a smooth-shifting 6-speed
automatic transmission. This Caddy came along right at the time
when more advanced transmissions were becoming the norm to provide
a wider power band and improved fuel economy. The XLR is a very
agile car, not surprising considering its low to the ground stance,
near 50/50 weight distribution and the components it shares with
the Corvette - so it's a lot of fun to drive and its featured
Magnetic Ride Control� continually adjusts the car's shocks, so the
ride quality is always at its best. The anti-lock power disc brakes
at all four corners recently received new components, so you'll
enjoy dependable, fade-resistant stops for many miles to come. This
stylish convertible cruises on a set of stock 18" Cadillac wheels
that are outfitted with Cinturato tires that still show quite a bit
of tread.
Radiating style and offering an exhilarating driving experience
this 2008 Cadillac XLR would be a perfect match for the convertible
aficionado who wants to stand out in a crowd. Call today!
