Future Performance Collectible: Cadillac CTS-V | Jay Leno's Garage

This four-seat coupe is incredibly powerful, brakes on a dime and has the comfort and luxury that Cadillac is known for, making this a future performance collectible.
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Future Performance Collectible: Cadillac CTS-V | Jay Leno's Garage

[@PicardManeuver]

The wagon was the best-looking one of the bunch, IMO. The 6MT wagons are going to be SERIOUS collectibles some day.

[@mr.lowslow7702]

Eeww the cts-v coupes did NOT age well. The rear end design is way to busy. The ATS-V coupe will age better any day. And it came in manual.

[@frwystr]

@@mr.lowslow7702 thats just like, your opinion man

[@andeleputo89]

@@frwystr nah he’s right, the coupe looks awkward as hell past the rear quarter

[@mr.lowslow7702]

@@andeleputo89 🙌

[@papa_pt]

Yeah they already sell for price when new now , pretty wild

[@MYJ61]

I love your imitation of the Chevrolet “Key in ignition” buzzer! You are spot on!

[@WarriorsPhoto]

If there's one thing I've always liked about Jay Leno is his love for the American car.

[@CloudyShinobi]

The-“It’s the only exercise I get” -line really cracked me up. U gotta love Jay, he’s a national treasure if there ever was one

[@cdstoc]

Back in 2009 I took a course at the Bob Bondurant school, driving CTS-V's with a manual. That was the most fun I'd had in a car in many, many years.

[@TroBudden]

The V academy.

[@25jessieg]

Had a 2011 V Coupe I sold when I left Texas for KC. Missed it so much, bought another one. Found a 2014 CTS-V Coupe with only 16k miles on it. Never going to sell this one. Love this car so much.

[@BuddWolf]

I had an 09’ CTS-V but mine had an automatic transmission. I haven’t shifted in 20 years and I’m not gonna start back up again. The acceleration is phenomenal. Such bottom-mid range torque……unbelievable 😳. Took turns like it was on rails. I used Pirelli tires and they were just great. Thanks Jay 👍🏻🍀🇺🇸❤️

[@ZLwh1ne]

Old people are boring

[@BuddWolf]

@@ZLwh1ne you must be ancient 💤💤💤

[@scottimusgarrett15]

Awesome car. Cadillac killed it with this. I think that this was kind of the pinnacle of Cadillac's styling for that era. Very nice vehicle; thanks for another excellent episode, Jay and crew!✌️❤️🙂🇨🇦

[@jasonmiller6629]

Love the V coupe performance and certainly the best looking of the CTS bodies, but I think the ELR has more dramatic styling, particularly it’s frontal grill point/nose & taillight fins. It’s pure Art & Science (efficiency not traditional performance)

[@maximusmax4557]

Killed what?

[@scottimusgarrett15]

"Killed it", meaning "Did an incredible job".

[@blackscotydog]

"It`s a 6 speed manual that`s why I bought it"....Pure Jay Leno!!!!!.......Save the Manuals

[@tommanna6137]

Yup.

[@DreamDosage]

Yea baby!

[@TroBudden]

Pure classic design. One of gm's greatest

[@Nxthxnxel]

My dad and I had the pleasure of meeting you in Beverly Hills back in March while you were out in this beast. Phenomenal car and awesome to see someone enjoying it whilst having access the collection you have! Thanks for the video!

[@hbi1994]

I own a 2009 CTS-V sedan with a manual transmission and absolutely love it, one of the most underrated/overlooked vehicles in my opinion. It's a great blend of speed and luxury (granted, not nearly as refined as most European vehicles) without breaking the bank in terms of price point, maintenance/service, parts/mods, etc. Currently undergoing an extensive build at the moment (416ci, Kong 2650, E85 w/ nitrous, etc.) and the idea of making >500hp stock let alone 4 digit horsepower figures in a 2-ton Cadillac sedan truly makes the CTS-V a modern-day sleeper.

[@MrUltraworld]

I bought mine in 2013. I had a hard time finding a manual coupe, but I did and it's been a fantastic car. It's needed no repairs in 28k miles. I love it.

[@yammiehighlife]

I'm so early the video said it had "No Views"

[@theoxster]

I have a 2013 CTS V coupe and I'm weeks away from having to sell it. With the price of everything going up I can no longer afford it and it is killing me. From the first time I drove it I was in love.

[@harryprater9014]

I don't understand your reasoning..?? gas..??

[@theoxster]

@@harryprater9014 The cost of premium gas, the insurance but just inflation in general. I injured my back a little while back and was unemployed for a while and I have medical bills plus other bills. It's either sell the car to pay bills or sell my house.

[@Ramranch]

JUST GOT 2019 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT … LOVE IT

[@willisransom805]

I remember Jay’s first review of this car upon purchase…I forgot how stunning this Caddy looked and performed…great update, thx Jay👏👏

[@markythelarky6948]

This car represents the crescendo of the era when Cadillac pulled itself out of near extinction in the early 2000s by reinventing itself with complete focus on engineering. Unfortunately, they slowly went back to their old ways. This CTS was made on the Sigma II platform which was designed from the ground up for this car. The first generation SRX, for example, was an excellent SUV winning many awards. It was designed by Cadillac and exclusively for Cadillac (Sigma I). For the second generation in 2010 GM decided to cut costs and build it on the Epsilon platform. In other words, they reskinned a Malibu. WTH Cadillac?!

[@casualmmafan6464]

This generation really nailed it in the design. I have a 2012 srx and it always catches attention. The new Cadillac, although better..,all look so plain. This car also looks good in a v6.

[@kennethsonier1766]

I've always loved all Cadillacs, this one in particular seems exceptionally nice. Thanks Jay for the review 👍☮️🇺🇲

[@jeffyoder8105]

Hey Kenneth this is Jeff Yoder the ol broke down scooter tramp, exbiiker, and I too have always liked Cadilacs,and I'm impressed with their using this car to help regain their Status in the world market for luxury cars

[@WCM1945]

@@jeffyoder8105 They never lost that status. They were probably the most comfortable cars ever, even better than the Rolls (The bud vases being the only thing lacking). But the perfomance and efficiency wasn't keeping up. They were forced to make smaller cars with better gas mileage, that hurt them badly.

[@user-bv8wr3vw4x]

6:27 That hit me hard. To me it feels like it was just yesterday.

[@Elvis20101]

Thank you, it's great to see your cars along with the back ground and history.

[@6rimR3ap3r]

I always liked the boattail style wedge design on these :-)

[@AggieEric97]

That generation of CTS-V was the fastest production sedan around Nürburgring for six months... until Porsche stuffed turbos in the Panamera. I love the V's. I've had two, and hope to keep the current one as long as possible. As to the "four-door Corvette" the car does handle very well for as heavy as it is. Corvette is obviously lighter and more nimble, but the chasis for the V is awesome.

[@cognitiveawareness6589]

I LOVE MINE Will never sell or trade. Thank you for featuring this car

[@Screamn.]

2:41 is pure GOLD

[@ivanhoe4766]

I detest the repetitive commercials we now need to put up with to see your video’s.

[@roundgarage]

Great review. Thanks for taking the time Jay.

[@TheMELTDOWN911]

back in the early 2010's I manufactured those ac vents.... love this car, Im sad the didn't buy one in 2018... that was the year were they became the most affordable as used cars.. but after the pandemic now these are very expensive!

[@11.9lsupercharged4]

Got mine in early 2020 for 20k with 120k miles. 10k later she makes 686whp with 132k miles and is still a monster every time I pull out. Best cheap horsepower you can buy but now prices are insane for these I've seen 90k mile examples selling for 60k thats msrp

[@TheMELTDOWN911]

@@11.9lsupercharged4 nice!!

[@11.9lsupercharged4]

@@TheMELTDOWN911 gotta love cadillac depreciation its basically a camaro zl1 at 30-40% off with vented seats

[@gsmith207]

thats cool as F! (no pun haaa)

[@geoffreystearns1690]

I own a 2012 CTS-V Sport Wagon with manual trans and have been waiting for you to review the marque. Thanks. It's a great car, but you cant put a sheet of plywood in it! I put Corsa cat-back mufflers on it for a little audio thrill, and I plan to pass it on to my grandkids as a collectable.

[@JonathanLittle001]

Nice

[@robertpoudrette4483]

Car and Driver's Johnny Lieberman once said you can haul a lot of beer with that car... Fast! Maybe it just wasn't meant for lumber...

[@lunisic]

Jay already did an episode with this exact car, you didnt have to wait, search for it

[@literallyshaking8019]

I’ve lusted after a manual, wagon version of this since they came out back in the day.

[@charlesdalton985]

Absolutely awesome car. Thank you for taking the time to share these with us.

[@bigfatchubbybritboy9445]

I dig the futuristic styling, it looks great, still looks fresh.

[@jasonn2284]

Agree. Looks like a current modern transformer car. Still very futuristic looking.

[@sickjohnson]

I was waiting for an out-take of Jay roasting off those original tires...what an awesome car for sure Jay.

[@kareemrichards8635]

Hey Jay loved the video, thanks for sharing.

[@bmaksymiw]

Thanks for being such a car ambassador Jay! I agree these CTS-V’s are truly great cars and are aging quite well! If you ever want to compare your beautiful CTS-V to an enthusiast home built/modified CTS-V coupe, just let me know :)

[@gigatron2008]

Beauty love the CTSV. Prices are holding well. This manual version will definitely be a rare collectible

[@tedium37]

Ok Leno, you owe us a burnout. With the old tires and 556hp, I don't know how you could resist.

[@chadfrench955]

Thank you jay! Love the videos!

[@FishinPhreak]

That Hennessey CTS-V was a monster. I'm guessing driving that is what tickled Jay's fancy enough to pick one up of his own. As a base CTS4 owner of the same Thundergray Chromaflair color, I'm fairly jealous of this.

[@jeffyoder8105]

Hey James I agree 👍 with you and I 👍agree 👍 with Jay cause he's called it the 4 seater sedan that Corvette never made and from everything I've seen it can compete and beat its share of the European hotrod sedans

[@Andy-gti]

Why are you jealous? You gain 500lbs just by looking at the car lol... You have to be really dumb to take this over a bmw M5

[@Andy-gti]

@@jeffyoder8105 lol it beats the European cars??? haha thats the funniest thing i've read this week xD Dream on...

[@jeffyoder8105]

@@Andy-gti hey Andy go back to whatever years the CTS came out and a couple of years after that and re the performance results in any automotive magazine that covers both American and European cars and read the results of how the Cadillac CTS did against European performance sedans like Mercedes and BMW and others

[@Andy-gti]

​@@jeffyoder8105 I agree a CTS-v can take on a bmw M5 in a STRAIGHT line, but at least a bmw M5 can take you home after a trackday... when you do that in a CTS-v you get this: Loss of Power Due to Illuminated StabiliTrak and Trac Control Lights. ... Interior Accessories Problems. ... Premature Light Bulb Failure. ... Drivetrain Issues. ... Transmission Failure. ... Loose Rear Bezel Cover. ... Faulty Steering Wheel Position Sensor. ... Dead Transfer Case. Btw

[@cheesefries7436]

Great looking cars, loved the CTS since it came out.

[@edwardpate6128]

I have a 2012 CTS CTS4 Coupe in the same Thunder Grey Chromaflair paint. Not anywhere near the V but I just love the styling and the 318hp 3.6 V6 not bad. I think this is a future classic and get tons of great compliments on it.

[@BraggenritesNetwork]

Love it Jay. Thnx

[@anthonygray7128]

Now on the other side of 60, this is one old man who would love to have a CTS-V coupe!

[@dannylgriffin]

Love it when you review cars like this and the Corvette and you like them!

[@paulhenriques1035]

"for the first time since 1948, Cadillac featured a manual transmission." Actually, the Cimarron had one in 1982, and the first generation CTS was available with a 5 and 6-speed manual (6-speed only in the CTS-V), and the second generation CTS (non-V) was available with a 6-speed manual.

[@dalgguitars]

I was going to the Cimarron but you did it better, good job.

[@thomasouellette8870]

Catera was going to be available with 5 speed manual I guess they dropped it in initial production, only a v6 and made in Germany(Opel).

[@Gaudine]

I just looked up the Cimarron and my god it was an ugly automobile.

[@1976Chinman]

@@Gaudine It was a re-badged Chevy Cavalier

[@thomasouellette8870]

@@1976Chinman the Cadillac was a rebadge, some extra padding and insulation....the insulation under the hood was this hood sized mat and it always hung down with the hood open, i think i'd prefer the Chevy

[@robertphillips6296]

Hay Jay isn't it about time for a Restoration Blog? It has been awhile!

[@stevesosebee5860]

I love my 2012 CTS4, thanks for the video 😎

[@elichosen3931]

This was the debut of the LSA supercharger I believe. This thing was waiting to break loose, this car keep you on your toes, keeps your senses sharply aligned, keeps Jay young in a sense. When this thing came out I was in love with Cadillac all over again just like when the late 70s early 80s coupe de ville came to the streets. I had a fixation on the ctsv wagon also especially when I saw how rare they were, I've only seen two ctsv wagons here in cali alone, if I find one I have to purchase lol. Dope ride along Jay you're the GOAT sir Leno. 🙏🏾🙏🏾💪🏾

[@TradieTrev]

Always love your mentality Jay, you speak for the people.

[@Nightrunnergunner]

As always another sweet ride 😎

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

I fully intend to one day own a CTS-V wagon with a manual, they're just the coolest damn thing in history to me as a GM guy and certainly among the last of its breed forever. I had the chance to drive a manual sedan, and was just amazed at how easy it was to drive VERY irresponsibly, one of the few cars I've ever driven that I think I might've been actually competitive with on track (I don't race, so I could be wrong, but I like to drive and am good at it, and I was FAST in that car despite not knowing the car at all). Just a brilliant swan song, in my opinion, for fast, V8, manual transmission, comfortable, American cars that an American can be proud of and that truly was on par with anything else out there. And available in a wagon for weirdos like me, haha!

[@Bull53]

I always loved that model of Caddy! Very Nice!

[@loron99]

This is a great car, I always love Cadillac’s , thx Jay

[@bigfatchubbybritboy9445]

Here in the UK I just watched the season 5, episode 10 of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air etc and Jay...Jay Leno you were on it. Jay played a main role in the episode.

[@petervitti9]

Great episode. I had a 2012 fully loaded regular CTS 4 door. Its was a good ride and good style. Not bad yet the 2 door looks pinched and reminds me of the older VW Corrado.

[@w.w.1348]

The coupe styling has held up best of the three models. It was distinctive at the time and it is still like nothing else on the road. Each of these has all the power anyone could really need on the street and the smooth power delivery makes it almost feel like the cars are loafing, until you look at the speedometer. Great car!

[@jazzkillorin5933]

a truly beautiful car. my uncle had one of these when they were new and he had daily driven it for 4 years until he got in a car accident and t-boned it.

[@nospark333]

This brings back some memories, sold my 2013 V coupe 6MT two years ago. Only had 4600 miles on it.

[@rickarra1833]

I always loved these. This size car is just right.

[@paulrogers6037]

Loved these for years. Great looks, great engine, the Recaro package...mmm....

[@colewhitfield9313]

2012 feels like 5 years ago. I’m getting old.

[@bigjoe330]

I always admired this CTS V coupe. And l guess I am in good company. I love that red LED spoiler! Great detail.👍🇺🇸

[@MajorGenralDizz]

Absolutely beautiful car!

[@fjones1914]

I have the little brother, the ATS-V, and I plan on keeping it forever to enjoy as long as I can

[@Big_stack]

👆Congratulations you have been selected amongst our shortlisted winners INBOX ME ❤️

[@AmraphelofShinar]

Thanks Jay!

[@randallmilton]

So old school haha “superchargers are way better then turbochargers. All the power all the time” Lolol. Love you Jay!

[@boofert.washington2499]

I know a guy in Texas with a CTS-V wagon with over 1k hp. It's a beast.

[@pauldakishoni3703]

You are the man Jay Leno 👏

[@ecw13pi]

Always loved the CTS-V!

[@xyanide1986]

This is way up there for me on the car wishlist. Greetings from Europe.

[@michaelwright4704]

I definitely love my CTS Coupe Cadillac 2011 AWD ! She gets the job done with class!! I would tell anyone that they should be one!!

[@philipdubuque9596]

So plum for the new tires already!! Its no small thing for Cadillac to reinvent itself and get it so right with this car. And the manual box just shows that they were serious. Your comparison with the 2002 E55 AMG Merc says it all. American engineers can always deliver the sheer performance at less cost that the European equivalent. With your title: "Future Performance Collectible" you struck exactly the right note. Well done Jay!

[@Mr-ed5ep]

Kept its age very well. I'd take it over modern overly complicated and soon to be outdated systems.

[@zacharymurdock6721]

These cars have all the same systems except for brake by wire, emergency braking, and lane keeping assist.., everything else is pretty much the same…. These are 10-15 years old, not 25-30 years old lol 🤦🏼‍♂️ 👨🏼‍🔧I would know, i have a 2009 Srx4 that rides on the same Sigma chassis platform that these ride on (this model is a Sigma II, though they are still very similar) I hope to one day swap the V engine in to the SRX, in order to create my own SRX-V!

[@houseofno]

@@zacharymurdock6721 As I recall, the SRX is front wheel drive. Swapping a rear drive engine into a front wheel drive vehicle? Hope you like doing lots and lots of welding and fabrication.

[@commonyetrare]

in 2009 the srx switched to the theta fwd platform

[@a-trainmcl4796]

One of my favorite cars ever. This one and Lexus LC500 will be the Miuras of 2070's

[@patchrat1]

Thank you for the show and tell I’ve always liked the looks of that car and have concerned getting one didn’t realize that it came with a manual transmission just might have to start looking harder for one I wouldn’t be disappointed

[@citibear57]

I always thought the CTS Coupe was a beautiful design - inside and out. Unfortunately, I hardly ever saw one on the streets of my city.

[@cad1llacstatus520]

I’ve owned one for 11 years same color thunder gray chrome 3.6 AWD coupe

[@ronlynch7744]

Good one Jay, thanks 😎👍😎

[@didierelfassi2554]

Very nice

[@leewalker3514]

Keep it coming jay

[@DKArmstrong]

Speaking as an Englishman I think they look so cool, if I could afford to have one over here I would.

[@mrabrasive51]

My 2002 Ford van has the same door chime..so I got that going for me..which is nice!

[@weltonmurray6744]

The engineers at cadillac are amazing I have a Ats-v and it performs amazing stays planted to the road used my PDR the other day put down a 4.0 sprint to 60

[@pstinga]

I have a red 09 V sedan automatic that my old man handed down to me just over a year ago when he upgraded to his gray 2019 ctsv and man OH MAN is that car frigen fun! Puts a big smile on my face EVERY DAMN TIME I get on the gas, even if it's just a lil bit. As nice as my old man's 2019 V is I view this 2nd gen with it's LSA as more visceral and a tad rougher around the edges which I love, the 2019 is a bit smoother with everything but I don't care I prefer this 2nd gen...no doubt it's a collectible...even if mine IS only an automatic. Maaaaaaan I would LOVE to meet you one day Jay and have you sign the glovebox of my red v sedan.

[@janschkeuditz6065]

Linda Offenbach ... You have no idea what your writing about . I changed my cars every few months at some times had up to ten cars at once . Had a big Ford E truck never failed me . Had a couple of Jeeps under the Renault ownership . Then bought a Jeep Grand Cherokee LX . The car still runs great today as it always has blasting down from the Netherlands to Switzerland . Only thing I have changed is the oil, one water pump ,and brakes even the tyres last . Fabulous build quality no rattles or faults . More comfortable than anything other than a Bentley or Rolls Royce. Nothing from Europe compares to the quality and comfort of that jeep Grand Cherokee LX. Obviously I use a modern diesel now as it is too expensive to run on a long trip or as a daily run about . However everyone I know wants to buy it , due to its fabulous performance and comfort . Only car that came close comfort wise was the Citroen Palais

[@jakobe75]

I have always wanted one of these

[@jerrycraig6522]

It's AWESOME Jay, with a manual trans, my kinda Cadillac!!!

[@Bmstaudy]

My dream car, hopefully buying a sedan when all this snow melt s

[@kgthegreatone943]

Sweet car one of my favorite Cadillacs

[@javerr.6572]

Love the videos

[@billybob9961]

My favorite car I’ve ever owned and I own a 2022 C8 Corvette my 2011 Cadillac CTSV is still my favorite

[@countryroadautopartsusa6466]

Truly beautiful design.

[@fjm1235]

Jay doesn't seem to know that thus far the market doesn't want EV'S. Keep up Jay!

[@tomc8854]

Awesome, and the right number of doors❗️

[@SnakeyUk08]

"Long term test" lol Jay ,never found it that attractive when it first came out although i knew it was potent but now i think it looks fantastic! cheers!

[@bcorkill]

Fantastic car! I love my Wagon with the 6spd!

[@reedburke7762]

Great GM door buzzer Jay!

[@gaausi3111]

Same year as my V Wagon. Nice!

[@mr.pootis2472]

Love your videos

[@Big_stack]

👆Congratulations you have been selected amongst our shortlisted winners INBOX ME ❤️

[@BrandonClark-StocksPassports]

I have one. It is a CTS coupe all black. I have 9 other cars. The CTS coupe is one of my favorite cars of all time

[@jimclarke1108]

Perfect allrounder🏁