2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing: Be grateful something like this still exists!

[@IamJay02]

That color is making me feel all kinds of emotions. Magnificent.

[@Kelveron]

It's a travesty that Cadillac Blackwing models do not sell in far greater numbers than they do. They are such great fun to drive and make you feel so much better about life than any of those overweight, oversized SUVs that plague the roads these days. "Be grateful something like this still exists!" Spot on Mr M and fantastic review as always.

[@rdollie1]

They sell everyone they can make months in advance...there was a line even before the chip shortage.

[@robertsestito6821]

@@rdollie1 you are 100 percent right.... but everything performance is sold out atm.

[@Kelveron]

@@rdollie1 That's because they make them (the Blackwings) in limited numbers. If they made in mass numbers, it would be a different story, which is why the sedan market, at least by American brands- have for the most part disappeared.

[@Live.drones]

They're also outrageously expensive once reasonably equipped with things often standard at the price. I get they are a unicorn, but with the dealer markups on top, it's an interesting purchase.

[@rdollie1]

@@Kelveron absolutely agree. Sedan market got killed by SUVs/CUVs

[@mikemaslanka3786]

Congrats MotoMan on this review. I have been waiting for the best automobile reviewer to sample the Blackwings and it has finally occurred. I don’t think I have ever seen you drive a car on Chute Road? (in the canyon) that fast as this one. You were haul’in ass! You are right that when GM puts their mind to it they can hang with anyone… Next I’m looking forward to you reviewing the CT5V Blackwing version with over 200 more horses….be very careful driving it on that same road….we would hate to lose you over the side! :))

[@wintermagebarthow8481]

If Morpheus had one of these, they could have escaped the agents on the expressway

[@2Bunphettered788]

😆😆👏👏

[@itsavlife]

Love the Motoman reviews! His excitement while driving is exactly how I feel while driving mine!

[@lambrosstamos4494]

Unfortunately, we are not getting, this beautiful piece of automotive art, here in Athens. The one in Greece I mean.

[@Yogidre]

😂 @the one in Greece.

[@SuperBooboo02]

because of these videos, bought a slightly used 23 V Blackwing, but the auto..have had Mercedes benz, crap, had CTS V Sports...this thing is a blast!

[@TheCmason13]

Probably etty sure I’d purchase/lease this over a respective BMW M model. I rented a regular CTS 4-cylinder turbo powered (275hp) w/8-speed auto sedan on 17” wheels w/225 section width tires a few years ago, & was totally blown away by how well that car handled, so can’t imagine what this one’s like! One omission in your video review - manual transmission versions feature titanium connecting rods (free revving) vs. the standard iron/steel connecting rods that come with the 10-speed automatic transmission (which is actually a pretty awesome gearbox; rented a Camaro SS with said gearbox couple years ago, & it was awesome!)

[@WFO.]

My new favorite reviewer. He’s on another level. #GenX

[@timw2083]

I was on the highway with a CT4 V-Blackwing and really liked it. I have an IS500 and realized we were possibly driving the end of an era. The Blackwing would have been on my shortlist but I wanted the V8

[@LateNightDateNight]

I’ve got the IS500 LE and still watch videos of the Blackwing, it was a tough decision but I went with reliability!

[@j.peanutbutter9084]

I went the opposite and went with a Blackwing and am entirely satisfied with my pick. But there's a black IS500 that I've seen around a couple times and my goodness, did Lexus nail that design. It is so drop dead gorgeous-especially the back. Congrats on a great, beautiful car. If the Blackwing didn't exist, I'd be right there with you.

[@timw2083]

@@j.peanutbutter9084 I'm glad there are so many great choices especially since sedans are hard to find. I hope you enjoy that Blackwing.

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

The CT4-V BW is a V6. If you "wanted the V8" then you should've picked the CT5-V BW which is a V8 with 668 HP as opposed to that overrated Lexus thats only gots 472 HP with a lousy 395 lbs of torque compared to the BW which has 659 Lbs of torque.... YOU clearly made the wrong decision. And for the moron below you who was talking about "reliability" well its funny that he mentions that because the blackwing is built by HAND by ONE person and then autographed from the one person straight from the factory so its basically a built motor. In addition to the block, the forged crankshaft, forged connecting rods, forged pistons, and lightweight titanium intake valves are also shared with the Blackwing's motor. Doesn't get anymore reliable then that. But even The CT4-V V6 will CRUSH the IS500 EASILY... On the other hand Lexus is just a TOYota. LOL. 🤷‍♂🤣

[@Ryan-cp4rh]

I test drove the IS500 before going with the BW and the driving experience was night and day.

[@seth1679]

Great review. Just as an FYI the key fob is actually color matched to the brake calipers. This one just happens to be the same color as it’s calipers. I put down a deposit on one today!!

[@itsavlife]

Exactly what I was going to say

[@blackice7408]

I find it random that they would match the color of the keyfob to the color of the brake calipers

[@jeffs6090]

I wish they still made the 2 door coupes, then the V versions too!

[@christianaviles2199]

Unfortunately not on the market for one of these. But this is quite a machine. I do hope GM listens to that last piece of advice and continues building things like this for as long as they can sell them. Also better intieriors.

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

Well its Quicker/Faster than a M5 Cs, AMG 63S, A hellcat and a GT500....COUNTLESS Videos on youtube PROVE this so its really not up for debate and the best part these other previously mentioned owners admit that the blackwing SOUNDS better! So Unless you got 6 plus figures to blow (Which i'll admit you look rich lol) on some type of hyper car like a R8 V10 Plus Or a GT3 RS, THIS car takes the cake and besides ALL those other cars i mentioned (other than the hyper cars obviously) EVERYONE and their grandma own one....Blackwings are RARE. They BARELY make a few 100 units a year.

[@bassandtrebleclef]

I'm a buy and keep kinda car person - hence why I'm driving a 14 year old BWM wagon - and this car is giving the same kinda vibe as my wagon. Fun to drive, under the radar (with a paint color change), manual trans. Good thing I don't care too much about the brand.

[@RugRatCoupe]

After seeing your wonderful review of the Cadillac CT6 Platinum 4.2tt Blackwing a while back I had hoped you would give the newer & smaller CT4-V Blackwing 6-MT a review. Having a few BMW "M" cars myself I was able to snag an almost identically optioned as your tester Cadillac CT4-V BW Collector Edition VIN# 0025 (with the additional Exterior Carbon Fiber 1 & 2 Packages & optional Sky Cool Gray leather interior) and I absolutely Love it! So Thank you for confirming my decision Not to buy another car just for it's Status & Premium names sake like the BMW "M", Audi "RS" or Mercedes "AMG" which are All fine automobiles. But to buy a car based on it's content, the sum of it's parts and perhaps even it's potential collectibility but most importantly How it makes you FEEL... The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing, A Hell of a Driver's Car! P.S. the keyfob is color coded to the optional brake caliper color not the car color itself.

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

Its okay just be blunt and better yet HONEST, just ADMIT that the blackwing is Quicker/Faster, drives better and makes you FEEL the blood rushing, more so then those overrated "m" cars that everyone and their grandma own. lol.

[@2Bunphettered788]

Great point at the end Motoman.👍 I don't think combustion engines well fade out entirely in favor of EVs. Too expensive for too many buyers, many of whom buy used cars. However, I believe hybrids will become more commonplace. This is a good car, mostly because it's a great sounding V6 manual. It's missing your favorite feature though - a sunroof. 🙂

[@RugRatCoupe]

But it is optional, I have the sunroof in my CT4-VBW 6-MT.

[@frederickhaines3080]

Spot on regarding the demise of an engineering marvel that has sea legs to endure for more than one model iteration. Now if I could only find one that doesn’t carry an obscene “market adjustment” on it…

[@cricedaking1]

Appreciate this video man. You're MARRRVVVEEELLOOUUSSS for this.

[@cjsen1887]

Great Review Motoman but fun fact the key fob is actually color coded to match the brake caliper’s color!

[@rdollie1]

Fun review - great road driving in the twisted. Only way to make it more fun for us would be to use a 360 camera and post it here so viewers can navigate thru different views as you wring this car out in the corners.

[@DaLeadBull]

You are so delicate with the shifter. lol

[@slash11lipo]

Great review! Fugly interior.

[@Sevenfeet0]

I was at my Caddy dealer with my wife yesterday to see the Lyriq that they had for a day from General Motors and I had to put her behind the wheel of the CT5-V Blackwing that they had in the showroom with three pedals. My wife despite being an EV fan has a soft spot for fast old school power with a manual transmission. She was very happy to see it but not happy enough to part with the near $100K for us to take one home. :(

[@olivergrizzly6346]

You could have flipped it and made $20 large if they were willing to sell it for less than $100. I looked at one last weekend with sticker of $105. I jokingly asked if they would swap even for my ‘22 C8, which really is a very comparably valued car. They wouldn’t because they had a market adjustment of $25 and were asking $130.

[@Sevenfeet0]

@@olivergrizzly6346 Wow. Hmmmm....

[@infidel900rr]

Amazing car and great review!! 👍

[@wintermagebarthow8481]

First the Name, Blackwing!

[@rayestefania3725]

Great review and car but I wish they would have put the V8 from the Camaro SS in this car. That would have made this a truly special car!

[@jeffk412]

Love yer reviews!

[@ronnymb67]

I like it. Hopefully they addressed the 3.6 timing chain issues before they boosted it? Asking...

[@jimwillingham8052]

I have one and it is the best car I have ever owned. I have had M cars, AMG cars, and S cars and the Caddie beats them all.

[@hugdeath929]

Agree that manufacturers that make blood rushing vehicles like this should continue as long as the market will support them. The rest of the fleet can balance the emission requirements. The rear quarter of the car looks impressive If the rear seat is till tighter than a GTI I’d rather have a 2 door performance vehicle because I’m still looking for value with my blood rushes 👍

[@Mav0585]

Available in automatic?

[@rdollie1]

Yes, the 10-speed auto is a bit faster but obviously not as engaging

[@mrwhite-180]

Searched all over the country for a manual and could not get one. 😪

[@rdollie1]

Last I read there was a 61% take rate for the manual so I'm not surprised they're hardest to find.

[@GreyCrowe]

This car with a 6 speed is scientifically guaranteed to induce a flow state in all who drive it

[@williamconrad1087]

I want one.

[@mochabear88]

ty

[@lckmstr69]

All encompassing and almost Zenlike review. Bias free and honest. Allowing yourself to embrace the positive while being cognizant of the shortcomings, in a strangely relevant critique, was refreshing and embraceable. Holy fuck, Dude! And I capitalized that for a reason. If you've got a hookup for the Track Edition list coming out 8/1, or how I can get on a wait..... This isn't a "bribe", but @barnundenver might bankroll your adventure to the Mile High City....... Butch- I NEED this car!!!

[@air-headedaviator1805]

Because of how much power and how wide a torque this car has I really winder how much interaction one really gets with the transmission within responsible speeds. Other than that everything sounds great about this, other than the weight, which dishearteningly so is still light for a modern sport sedan

[@weirdshibainu]

I sold Cadillacs for 3 years and it was frustrating that Cadillac could have world class technology when they wanted to and it was unevenly distributed across their portfolio. It seemed at times they were engineered by committees that that didn't communicate with one another

[@williamcass68]

Because that’s what they do, unfortunately. Half the vehicles are tarted up for the rental fleet and/or folks shopping the brand 😉.

[@selwell]

Key fob colored to the breaks ;)

[@joeysantillo8977]

I have one on order... Will it ever come? If you truly enjoy driving, you could spec one with zero options and pay less than $60k and not be disappointed. I almost did but those quilted tan and black seats look great and they are ventilated. Without that, leather always gives me swamp butt. Worth the $5400 for me.

[@Xhgne-rabbitChen]

NICE CAR

[@jwrarmstrong]

I'm old enough to remember the travesty of the Cimarron. My how things have changed!

[@clubracer6]

Would you take this over the CT5V Bw? I know there is a price delta, so let’s just ignore that for now. This seems more playful and fun.

[@Maxima8295]

Lol at 15" rotors being called small........

[@jeffdigiovanni2139]

Actually... the key fob is color matched to the *calipers*, not the car color.

[@KrazyWorldWars]

🔥🔥🔥

[@sergebasque8460]

Superbe car.

[@dlg5485]

The market will never choose to give up vehicles like this. That is the entire reason governments are mandating the transition to a certain extent. As an old school driving enthusiast who has owned several performance cars, I am as sad as anyone to see high performance vehicles slowing dying, however, getting off of carbon is pretty much a necessity at this point.

[@trevorsutherland5263]

My only problem is that I can't buy this without getting rid of my Alfa Romeo Giulia----I can't have two 4-passenger sport sedans in the family---I have a wife and 4 teens so my next purchase is a full size SUV. I'd love to have one of these, but the Giulia would have to be pried from my cold, dead hands.

[@wesleywalls7582]

If only the Giulia came with 3 pedals in the NA market like was originally promised.

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

Then Consider a Cadillac Lyriq By far the BEST bang for your buck and they even put Tesla to shame and for 60K for a brand new EV Luxury SUV is kinda impossible to beat....

[@BertShackleford]

Random thought: Would it be fair to compare the CT4-V Blackwing to the Giulia Quadrifoglio? Interested in hearing your thoughts and opinions between the two models. Please and thank you. Stay classy my friends.

[@MotoManTV]

Not a crazy comparison until you get to reliability and driving dynamics. In those two areas, the Cadillac excels!

[@BertShackleford]

​@@MotoManTV That is _very_ interesting to hear. The Cadillac out performs the QV! At some point may we request a review of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio? Please and thank you. I am surprised that we have not seen more of an Alfa Romeo presence on the channel. The only true Alfa Romeo video was the 4C model which was approximately nine years ago. Perhaps some MotoMan recognition is what the Alfa Romeo brand needs at this point. After all, it truly saddens me to see Alfa Romeo struggling to remain afloat here in the US. It would be a tragedy if they *decide to completely withdraw from the American market after being absent for so many decades. FWIW, please do not underestimate the impact that your reviews tend to hold. It is what I consider the _preferred_ automotive channel for the intelligent and the sophisticated. Many of whom echo that same sentiment. In fact, you are our go-to source for Porsche videos and pertinent information. Well, you and Nick Murray but I digress. One is more informative while the other is more infotainment. I will let you decide. Stay classy my friend. *EDITED for grammar.

[@wintermagebarthow8481]

Luxury is having the best available, in here that means more than fake wood and dead cows, here it is the technology of driving joy. Luxury is driving they way we really want to drive: hard, fast and controlled.

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Yeah those reviews of a special car like this - like a last hurra car? All normal bets are off so to speak? Why did GM no build a great car like this before? Lets through everything we have and stay in the area of "payable" before we go 100% EV´s. Is there no ban of ICE cars coming up in California? Meaning we will not have a choice anymore in the future.Great emotional review and car.

[@closg9309]

Yea I’m thrilled it costs 80k

[@JamesonsDiecastCars]

$60k, nothing after that is a must have, the fast stuff is baked in.

[@robertbonefant8271]

The EV plan will not work unless we change our electric infrastructure across the USA. Otherwise we will have rolling blackouts nationwide! What I find ironic is the Tesla Roadside service vehicle has a diesel generator on the back of the truck to charge the EV ? Wow 😯 that’s not very green !!!!

[@marcelstanford430]

GM finally gets it right just as the world starts switching from gas to electric.

[@jr.sciencebros.8411]

Who TH is Kumo?

[@BobsGT235]

Those front strut braces under the hood are hideous. GM bean counters kept Cadillac from installing a cleaner looking installation for them. But the good outdoes the cheap things.

[@tomoday4450]

What a great car!!! 👍🏻 Electric 👎🏻

[@sicilianfriend4265]

In the intro - car looked great! Then I saw the tires....

[@williamcass68]

Bring back the SS so I don’t have to get a Caddy…please.

[@latino914]

New Chevrolet Cruze is out?

[@rdollie1]

Only Chevy on the Alpha platform is the Camaro.

[@latino914]

@@rdollie1 Oh I thought this car in the video was the new Chevrolet Cruze

[@michealjordan5411]

All that and they still won’t sell much

[@rdollie1]

There was a long line for these BEFORE the chip shortage. GM will sell every Blackwing they make.

[@Melvin-belvin]

Is it me, or do I see some dark colored stains rubbing off on the tan seats?

[@alexanderryan1176]

It's gm. If the car is any good it will be cancelled immediately.

[@360milliondollars]

Do I really want to be a customer of GMs BS at their dealerships.... I think I am going towards a Japan made car just for better customer service.... hopefully... LOL

[@ahahuehafook4207]

Zero reliability

[@johnandersonjjr]

You lost me at “V6”

[@clickynote]

Strange comparison for you: This or Macan GTS?