We Drove the All-New Cadillac Celestiq!

[@TheRidgerunner1959]

Donald and Jay are so satisfying to hear on any car, especially a Caddy.

[@guidedmeditation2396]

I love Donald and Jay but the car... not so much. True luxury is something roomier and easier to get into and out of. I know "To Each His Own", but go to a parking lot and you will see a canyon of so-called SUVs. There was a time when mainstream cars had chair height seats and they were big and clunky but today, especially when you have an electric vehicle that is both heavy with a low center of gravity it makes the height and room inconsequential. IN the end they plan to take the right to drive away from you anyway in just a couple of years so none of this matters.

[@G-Rated]

@@guidedmeditation2396what a weird comment. Such a troll.

[@G-Rated]

Yes I agree, these gentlemen absolutely get it.

[@B4R0N.]

While there was a lot of (frankly clueless) negativity around this car, I absolutely LOVE that this car exists. Cadillac coming back to the top of the market is something I can't not cheer!

[@Notfiveo0]

Cadillac has been pricing their cars out of my price range since their first one rolled off the assembly line..

[@JohnFromAccounting]

Cadillac is doing something there own way and not following trends. That's what the company was always meant for.

[@SouthernGent44]

Just because an opinion is different than yours doesn't mean someone is clueless. Cadillac has presented several concept cars that , in my opinion, are much more beautiful than the Celestiq. I would have preferred the produced the Ciel instead. I dont care for the Celestiq's design language, and I'm sure many more buyers will opt for the Rolls Royce Spectre over this. I think Cadillac flubbed an opportunity to build a truly world-beating halo car.

[@donswier]

As someone who'll likely never buy a Cadillac (I prefer small, weird cars) I applaud them for this move. Why wouldn't the "Standard of the World" attempt to reclaim that title in the most advanced & free civilization that the planet has ever known🇺🇸

[@G-Rated]

@@SouthernGent44You literally just made his point. You can’t list one legitimate reason why a customer of this caliber would choose the Spectre over the Celestiq assuming they prefer the Cadillac’s design. The Celestiq/Sollei may not be your favorite concepts from the company but that’s a personal issue and that doesn’t mean it isn’t doing its job as the world beating halo flagship that it is.

[@gamby16a]

I'm glad to see Cadillac building such an opulent car. Younger people don't realize they were the actual gold standard of cars through the 70s. I can only assume the Celestiq is spectacular and I love the styling. I hope I get to see one in person, because I can't picture it being as massive as it is described. Fantastic video, gentlemen.

[@reelreeler8778]

younger people don't care if Cadillac was the gold standard of cars through the '70s, and why should they??

[@powertothesheeple5422]

Oh wow. The gold standard of 50 years past? Woopie doo! This will be filed next to the Avanti as an epic flop. Over $300K for any GM product is laughable at best.

[@warrenwinslow4266]

I saw many comments on the newest version of the Lincoln Continental being big. I have seen several and they are small. I that to read the name to verify it isn't a mkz or s or what ever other shit box Lincoln has since killing the town car. The new Continental failed since it was so small. This shit box is hideous and electric and overpriced. It will fail on that. Size is good but this is not a proper Cadillac so size doesn't matter. The ct6 was better but too small and didn't have V8 until they decided to discontinue it so it did poorly.

[@madamosa415]

Read the history and get acquainted with Rolls-Royce and its superiority in all its models and it manufactures very high-end engineering, but what is called the standard is the specialty of American Media

[@kiwi335d]

What happened at Cadillac over 50 years ago has no relevance to today’s products. There is no continual lineage that exists between Cadillac’s of today and those of the Golden Days. Still, nice to see them have a go at it.

[@FrederickRH1]

These two Gents are special. Jay is the guy who would drive a McLaren through In n Out.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

The first cool car we saw when we last went to Los Angeles was Jay in his P1! Granted, we were there to film with him, but that was an unplanned spotting, so you're not far off.

[@ds-il7ik]

And not a modern bro McLaren, an OG '94 F1!

[@ELY3358]

What do you mean would? He most likely does! lol

[@taurussho86]

Is that suppose to be something special? 😂 You ppl are w3ird

[@BigslimDB]

I saw one here in a suburb of Detroit at a CVS. I will say it has quite a presence. It is long and sleek and nothing like anything else. It looks like a squish down Lyric in some angles. Interesting to see how it does in the marketplace.

[@powertothesheeple5422]

Like the Avanti. Way overpriced with a resale value 1/100th of the original cost while everyone else builds something better.

[@easternyellowjacket276]

@@powertothesheeple5422 People able to access this vehicle financially have no interest in resale value. Because they aren't concerned about it. This car is magnificent.

[@toothrestorer6588]

If you think that you get this car for $35k, much less $3.5k , dream on

[@knutbergan]

It’s unique, but I can’t say it is beautiful in my eyes. I am glad that Cadillac is climbing up, but I would much prefer a V12 or better yet a V16.

[@Future-Classic-Cars]

Podcast podcast podcast view our future Classic Cars podcast wohaaaaaaaaaaay 😅😢😂

[@eggbirdtherooster]

Agree! The only negative part about it imho that’s the tail is too long and it’s a EV instead of a hybrid or a ice car..

[@Alex-qy8ur]

I would LOVE that but unfortunately you’re never gonna see something like that (excluding any future swaps)

[@Alex-qy8ur]

@@eggbirdtheroosterBeing EV is a downside but if I ever had to get a EV, I wouldn’t choose anything else over it

[@ELY3358]

I like Caddy doing this! Looking forward! Leading.

[@rlstrad2059]

Gorgeous. And looks like nothing else on the road. The right car to waft up to the casino in Monaco.

[@wearethetraffic]

We were at the Gathering last weekend, I happened to be with a good friend who owns a Cadillac dealership. We were both excited to see several of these around town, the road presence is amazing

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Thanks for coming to the Gathering! We hope to see you again next year!

[@AlPenton-v5t]

Glad to see that an American luxury car company that still makes cars!

[@frankthatank02]

An engineers specialty.... road test - with the best!!! Thank you Audrain , thank you Donald, thank you Jay , thank you Michael

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

‘Twas a good time. Thanks for watching!

[@carlosmcmahon623]

Well said.

[@carlosmcmahon623]

First, I love Jay, and I love this ("bespoke") Cadillac. GM is crushing the competition in all of GM's brands.

[@toddbonin6926]

I’m a Lincoln man, personally, and have always loathed Caddys. But, this is a truly beautiful and impressive car.

[@WillieFungo]

How could you love lincoln and hate Cadillac? They serve the same demo. 😂

[@toddbonin6926]

@@WillieFungo But Willie, one is so classy (Lincoln) and one is so gaudy (Cadillac). Now the hate mail is going to come. 😂

[@WillieFungo]

@@toddbonin6926 That's fair, tbh.

[@vernonpaigejr.1517]

@@WillieFungo Today, Cadillacs look better on the outside, but Lincolns look way better on the inside.

[@S.1-I-I-1-1]

Americans don't understand luxury (cars, ...).

[@Boulevard_Yachtsman]

Cadillac has been my favorite car company for as far back as I can remember. Between this, the V-series products, and what they've been doing in WEC/IMSA, being a fan has been extra fun these last few years. Keep it up!

[@portcybertryx222]

This is a limited production bespoke vehicle I.e. it is custom built for each person and almost all initial models are sold out. Massive W Cadillac.

[@adamhose9632]

That's beautiful!! I thought the Lucids were pretty but this is even better looking. And I love hatchbacks either on coupes, traditional fatback hatchbacks, but especially on sleek 4 door sedans.

[@94jrose]

Cadillac creating a standard of the world level car is so refreshing! Nice video!

[@randyhyland847]

Donald rocking a sick watch for an awesome car

[@bobbaemel4110]

Absolutely it looks like a caliber 2 Tag Heuer Monaco. Starting with the caliber 11 in 1969 The Monaco is absolutely going to draw attention... I have a Rolex submariner that is at least double what the Monaco is in price and by far the Monaco gets the most comments..so even us Shelby guys can appreciate a nice watch lol

[@michael007ish]

To me this car it's mark perfectly. I absolutely love this.

[@markg7030]

Cadillac is going back to the specialty car like they did with the 1957/58 Eldorado.

[@lisaroberts8556]

I would take an Eldorado over this? this? What ever this is?

[@ganderson158]

The Cadillac's of Cadillac's! Beautiful.

[@G-Rated]

Most definitely, but the Sollei and Escalade _IQ_ are on it’s heels. 👠

[@eddieg6436]

What a GORGEOUS car!! Looking forward to seeing one in Carmel, Beverly Hills, and Palm Beach!

[@dougcargill6730]

Thank you for this special treat.

[@gregorysmirnis7017]

Beautiful work of art!! 😇 Thank you gentlemen for an amazing video!! 😇

[@robertratliff6030]

Range in this car does not matter. The buyer for this vehicle would have access to a private jet to travel. This car would be used in town for special events. Probably only 5 percent of Americans would be considering this Cadillac.

[@_Chev_Chelios]

You think one out of every 20 Americans has a private jet?

[@nick2128]

And why are you telling us this ?

[@aaronjkeegan]

The top 5th percentile of US households had an income of about 320k today. I wonder if they would purchase a car that costs slightly more than there annual income.

[@galactictomato1434]

Range still matters

[@Rob02138]

Absurd comment

[@davidgrainger5994]

I have the Lyric Sport and as many cars as I have, and still have, it has rapidly become my favourite.

[@crashbr79]

Love the dynamic with Jay and Donald, two old friends that are just having fun discussing one of our favorite things together, cars. Keep more videos like this coming please. Both of your car knowledge mixed with your banter is really enjoyable to watch and appreciated. I watch all of your videos both Jays garage and the museum videos, but keep making more with the two of you

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

@@crashbr79 We do our best to film as many as possible when Jay is in town. Two more videos coming soon!

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Driving videos, that is. We have some museum videos coming as well!

[@donmacquarrie9161]

@@AudrainMuseumNetwork ❤❤

[@G-Rated]

When the GMC Hummer was revealed they said they’d believe it when they seen it. It came to production and the goalpost was moved to charging speed for the slowest method possible, the Hummer’(s) weight and size being “unbearable”. Cadillac Lyriq revealed, haters claimed they’d never build it or see it come to production. It’s went into production nearly unchanged. They wanted to then make the headline about any software glitch a Ultium vehicle experienced. *gm* kept supply low until they were able to workout the kinks with Hummer, Lyriq, Blazer, etc. Then the story became *gm* isn’t selling EVs. They worked out the kinks and ramped production up and the Lyriq went on to become the best seller of the segment. Celestiq was revealed, same people claimed they’d never build it. Now that it’s gone into production people complain about the price or the controversial design. I feel like the Celestiq and Sollei are Cadillac’s middle finger to every single naysayer they’ve had within the last 50-60 years. What he said about having a heritage and actual identity of your own as strong as they do is what every manufacturer truly dreams of. Cadillac has figured that out and that’s why they’ve gone back to their roots. This is now a game of chess ♟️ for *gm.*

[@krn_speed]

Cadillac, for me, is one of the most legendary names in automotive history. The current generation doesn't appreciate or fully understand the Cadillac brand and its legacy. My grandfather is a huge fan of the old Cadillac sedans and the kind of road presence they have, and I personally love Cadillac for what they are and I support the brand in FIA World Endurance Championship as well. I strongly believe that the Celestiq is a car that can make the Gen Z understand what Cadillac is all about and bring the brand to its old glory.

[@longbeachcarguy]

The 4 seat configuration combined with the hatchback reminds me of an Aston Martin Rapide. Kinda interested to see how many they end up selling. Cannot wait go see one out west

[@yugotime1598]

Fantastic design.

[@velboone6041]

Its really beautiful....Cadillac did an excellent job...

[@manualmafia6015]

Went to Newport 2 weeks ago for a wedding and managed to squeeze in a visit to the museum, Donald wasn’t there but it was still an absolute treat!

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Thanks for swinging by! Let us know next time!!!! Cheers!

[@danmccarthy4700]

I went during the JDM exhibit a few months ago. Probably the only time I'll ever see an unmolested Skyline GT-R.

[@Cadillac]

Thank you for showcasing the height of luxury in the new Celestiq!

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity! It was truly our pleasure. We love the car, we love Cadillac, and we had a lot of fun making this video. Looking forward to more in the future!

[@roccovolpe5384]

The best car in the world!! The standard of the world is back!! Thank you for the bottom of my heart Cadillac!❤❤❤❤ From Italy 👋

[@garyharrington3240]

Until you drive a much better Lucid Air Sapphire, clown.😂

[@scubatrucker6806]

I love this car. If I had the means to buy one I would. ❤❤❤

[@hagestad]

why would you want to pay for a car with bus tires? That size is ridiculous and unnecessary.

[@rrndc7152]

Love seeing Cadillac taking back its heritage. I’ve owned two V cars, both had stellar reliability and were a blast to drive.

[@unclerudy9797]

Just an incredible machine! As a Cadillac Master Craftsman since 1985 This is True Cadillac ! Just a WONDERFUL Piece of Automotive Engineering!

[@TheAndersonOBrien]

16:55 Even though arguably “outrageous”, I would write a check right now for a Celestiq with a color scheme like the Mercedes 1000 SEL “Diana”, it would look amazing and would do so well in Mid Eastern markets. A Sollei version even more so.

[@markfoster7564]

I got a tour of the car at the cars and coffee at Easton’s Beach, I was wowed! The tech is just off the hook! And as I was told, anything you can touch is customizable! I’m not sure about the outside design? Cool car though, and out of my price range! 😉

[@humanbraininrobotbod]

Definitely a love-it or hate-it design - but I love it!

[@Taurusboy07]

This is a really nice car. I saw a few testing out between Las Vegas and Phoenix. I would certainly choose the RR Spectre but this car is also hard to beat by many higher end brands.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

We have a Spectre video coming out soon!

[@Taurusboy07]

@@AudrainMuseumNetwork I will look out for that video.

[@andymelendez9757]

Feels like it’s a great car! Something that distinguishes itself by allowing guaranteed personalization. Couldn’t think of a finer team to present.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@ADadSupreme]

Jay: "Like when people said they're not buying Corvette with round tailights. Most people aren't/weren't going to buy it anyway." What Jay means: 'Most people are poor, can't afford these cars so their opinion on how it looks or how Chevy does something really doesn't matter. These aren't made for the Poors." He's right, but let you down easssssy.

[@MarkRichards-kf6zz]

Thanks for having the Brother commentary about the Caddy because that's pure American Luxury!!

[@amcrchannel6045]

Incredibly beautiful in person!

[@celestialnubian]

This is nice but they should really build the SOLLEI. The SOLLEI would be undeniable!

[@kennycastro]

It’s like a modern day Packard! Hand crafted and luxurious.

[@ViperBOSS74]

Jay starting to sound like an old man. He's been giving us incredible content for over 40 years. He will do these videos until God calls him home.

[@202AMERICA]

Build the ESCALA ! ! ! ! ! !

[@eastbaystreet1242]

They definately built the wrong one. They get so caught up in decision by committee with a lot of competing goals and lose sight of the single most important thing: it should look so amazing that it attracts buyers from other premium brands. This is ok, maybe fine, but not heart throb. The Elmiraj was so stunning it could have pulled in buyers who never thought they would buy a Cadillac. And I say all of this... as a very successful Cadillac dealer of over 50 years!

[@halilreissedyeci1956]

ciel and elmiraj

[@LlyleHunter]

I believe that Cadillac will build the Escala after this is on the market. Their point in making this first is that this is more expensive and will prove that the price of the Escalla is worth its asking price.

[@snuffa.luffagus7588]

I love this automobile

[@AnthonyGale]

I LOVE that this car exists!

[@blairbrown4812]

The Celestiq has the potential to reach iconic status. All it needs is for Columbia Pictures to feature her as the Ecto 4 in the next Ghostbusters movie.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

That’s a fantastic idea!

[@avsystem3142]

Except that really isn't the esthetic of Ghost Busters, which was intentionally "funky".

[@WickedIonic5N]

Absolutely striking, true flagship EV.

[@markbartlett6287]

I will never be able to afford one, but I'm thrilled that Caddy's building a true world-class luxury car again. It's also nice that they appear to have taken the blowback over the Lyriq's shaky charging port door to heart.

[@NYCS19339]

I was thinking about trading my 1930 Cadillac V-8 for one, but with all the helpful comments, I get better range in the one I have.

[@_EVANERV_]

Can't wait for more cyberpunk styling in cars. Love the style.

[@etravix]

Very nice elegant styling! As someone said, it will look good pulling up to the Hotel de Paris in Monte Carlo.

[@iluvhousemuzic]

Such a stunning car!

[@z28camaro79]

Love this car. I hope customers get extremely creative w their specs.

[@baoquoc3710]

newer Cadillacs are just luxury extravaganza, even if they're EVs. It FELT like Cadillac.

[@justinhoule5198]

i own an ATS an i love it, i drove a g20 330xi and it was great but I felt like my ATS had better road feel (compared to the g20 numb steering). Cadillac is not the brand it was anymore. I love them!

[@kevin9c1]

I saw this car last weekend in Newport. I was busy riding in a silver Porsche 356 Super 90, which I towed to the Porsche Concours for the owner (who is a friend).

[@nicks9707]

Looks great! It may depreciate a lot but so do Rolls Royces and this seems like a much more special design…

[@WillieFungo]

This car probably won't depreciate because of its extreme rarity. Rolls Royces are mass produced cars.

[@decencywarrior9598]

Wow . I used to boost caddy hubcaps and hood ornaments in the early seventies in Bensonhurst , always partial to Coupe Deville;s , but this surpasses any. caddy i ever seen or helped myself to parts of.

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

This is definitely up there for one of the more wild comments on our channel, however, we can agree that the Celestiq is a massive landmark in Cadillac history!

[@markg7030]

Hey Pauly is that you? I know it was you who tried to steal the wing off my 69 Dodge Daytona.

[@southhillfarm2795]

Remarkable car. Unique design.

[@evilaxist9590]

There is a blue one running around by me, absolutely stunning to see in person, I love this car.

[@SuperBooboo02]

a rolling work of art..

[@EndeavorsDnB]

A vehicle that actually makes an impression on me! A good day.

[@The_R-n-I_Guy]

I don't like modern vehicles. But I love Jay and Donald videos

[@easternyellowjacket276]

This car is brilliant. Absolutely stunning all around. I have an Equinox EV, and for what it is, it is a wonderful EV. GM is doing great things and heading right into the future well prepared.

[@CryptoFletch216]

Man, you gotta see these in person. I live in Ohio and they test these cars. It’s low, wide, and imposing.

[@terribelbliss9646]

This is an interesting car. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@easyontheeyeball]

Hi Mr. Simcoe!! Showing off your beautiful Cadillac...love it!! Luxury Perfection🥰😍👌

[@ronniemullis8717]

Waiting on the Optiq, hurry up Cadillac.

[@Fluterra]

What is behind the 2nd row? Why is the cargo space open, like a hatchback with no divider? Any groceries or other items in the back will end up in the passengers’ lap?!

[@robertherman1146]

Anyone buying this car does not shop for groceries. Capiche?

[@wgabriel]

@@robertherman1146 that's his entire point. why is that space like that if that's the case? no one who buys their own groceries is getting this car. so why the hatchback without a divider look?

[@Fluterra]

@@robertherman1146 you obviously don't understand how these people live

[@seanh2390]

great video guys, and a beautiful car

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

Thank you! 👍

[@rtcturnemup7028]

I would absolutely buy this vehicle if I could afford it

[@L3Trip]

The car is impressive in person. We were so lucky to be able to get up close to it during Audrain Concours and Motor week!!

[@virgin26]

Jay looking healthy again

[@cinkoking]

Beautifully done for Caddie

[@rickvoit7310]

Bravo, Cadillac! Way to step out

[@ronschwolsky1626]

A bespoke Caddy for the 1%.

[@TheTussman]

That's the idea. Like it was 100 years ago.

[@ronschwolsky1626]

@@TheTussman then they should have named it the Doozy (after Dusenberg).

[@TheTussman]

@@ronschwolsky1626 Doozy .01%, but even _they_ got more than they paid for, all things considered. Engineering marvel. Caddy's (until the '80's) were actually ahead of the curve with many features to satisfy the the successful upper middle class and rich-quick types. They lost their way entirely from 80s on. But the Escalade and brute V-series are bringing them back. IMHO they shouldn't be building smaller SUVs, but they gotta make easier money too.

[@jedrzejgorski5437]

1% are 3.5 million people in the US. 1% is a nonsensical bracket to define very rich people who buy such cars.

[@TheTussman]

@@jedrzejgorski5437 Point zero one percent. There are certainly 35,000 + people in the US who could pay.

[@jonathonalsop2120]

My friends, the great experiment: the Cel=es-teek! Ready for trial runs. I hear she's got electric drive. Aye, and if that wagon had no batteries, it'd be my grandma.

[@xanitrucker9946]

This is one amazing vehicle, would immediately take it.

[@halilreissedyeci1956]

celestiq is real competitor of rolls royce

[@jedrzejgorski5437]

who are you kidding? yourself? It's like aurus for president of Russia, North Korea, Turkmenistan, and several SOEs forced to buy it for its management. In free market, people either buy RR some some small yacht.

[@DEEJaye-z5g]

It's a nice looking car. It reminds me of a larger 1992-1997 Subaru SVX. I wonder, since it's a four seater car; could the seats be wider and more plush instead of a regular seating size? It seems like the seats could be more luxurious. The lyriq is a nice looking car too.

[@hellsop]

13:25 Yes, "go pedal" is fine. I've been tending to refer to "long pedal" and "wide pedal" but "go" and "stop" is perfectly reasonable.

[@kevinlucas8437]

Beautiful automobile !!! Cadillac has done well with branding their look and quality. Prices are definitely not for everyone.

[@teajaydc4484]

I just got back from a road trip in my Lyriq. It is not a station wagon. It’s a short SUV.😊

[@revolutionday1]

The back end of this sled looks like something Homer Simpson designed.

[@MarkWG]

Pure ugly😂

[@m6780]

I agree. I could live with the front, but the 'butt' is so ugly to my eyes. Cadillac has created some incredibly classy designs over their long history. I don't think this is one of them.

[@THIERRYDOMITIEN]

Belle et monstrueuse !!!❤😢

[@rossrreyes]

Lol I’ve never seen Jay this ‘dressed’ up

[@urbo42]

Looks like my beloved 2012 Chevrolet Volt in overall configuration.

[@Lookbusybuddy]

Looks spacious and airy

[@theCarpitalist]

Anything with waonesque looks is what I like. I had a 2013 CTS-V wagon with 940HP and it was way cool and way way quick.

[@davidmartin1051]

I love the front end and the overall look from the front but with Cadillacs I don’t know what they’re trying to do with the rear of the car. I wish they would do something else. I just cannot get used to the rear end of the Cadillac I really like Cadillacs my grandfather had the 1920s Cadillac I love to bring a Cadillac back into the Martin family but I just cannot get used to the back end of these new ones. I just not, my taste. Thank you for the video Jay. I love the technology and I’ll keep looking at Cadillac to see if they make a design. I love.

[@barryhickman6911]

LOVE IT! I want one !

[@neoclassic09]

Looks impressive

[@AudrainMuseumNetwork]

It is!

[@PremierAutoMan86]

Just happy it's not yet another SUV.