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09-02-2011, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Tadcaster

I have always like suicde doors the caddie looks sweet....the ford grille design is wierd for ford looks like a 300 grille

Hi `Tadd, I like those suicide doors ~> they are `neat...& I do like the Ford Concept, but the grille could use some work : )

My Boss just got a XLR like below to ship 2 South America..
It's like the below & it's like brand new...

Cadillac states that they are going to make a future XLR..
I like them cause they are different, but way 2 many $'s 4 me,
but atleast I got to sit in once & drive it in2 the warehouse until it is picked `up

Below is infor about them..
Has any member every drove or had one ? What do you think of the XLR ?

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2009 Cadillac XLR

Price Range:
$53,000 - $63,450
Invoice
$78,886
Fuel Economy
14-15 MPG City / 23-24 MPG Hwy
Avg. consumer rating

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2009 Cadillac XLR Overview

For 2009, the Cadillac XLR offers only the Platinum trim level but does so with upgrades that include new front and rear fascias, a power-dome hood, Bluetooth connectivity and stylish interior updates, such as new wood and metal accents, leather-wrapped upper-dash panel and updated instrument cluster. The XLR retractable hardtop roadster offers fresh exterior styling cues along with additional luxury features. Powered by a 4.6L V8 engine delivering 320 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque, the rear-wheel drive XLR is equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual-style shifting. Cadillac XLR standard features ensure the two-door lives up to its luxury nameplate with a long list of amenities that includes keyless entry, heated and cooled front seats, premium Bose audio system, advanced navigation and a heads-up display that projects key driver information onto the windshield. EPA-estimated fuel mileage estimates rate 15 mpg city/24 mpg hwy and 18 mpg in combined driving. Standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, run-flat tires, stability control, rear parking sensors and side airbags that provide head and thorax protection.
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Available styles for the 2009 Cadillac XLR

<TABLE class=oemAvailable-stlyes cellSpacing=0 summary="Available styles"><TBODY><TR><TD class=tdhead>Style</TD><TD class=tdhead>Original MSRP / Price</TD><TD class=tdhead>Engine</TD><TD class=tdhead>Horse
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</TD><TD class=tdhead>Trans.</TD><TD class=tdhead>Drive</TD></TR><TR class=oddRow><TD noWrap>2dr Conv Platinum</TD><TD>$86,215.00 / $53,000.00</TD><TD>Gasoline Fuel</TD><TD>320</TD><TD>15 / 24</TD><TD>6-Speed A/T</TD><TD>RWD</TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>
Learn about other Cadillac XLRs

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2006
Price Range
$31,250 - $37,625

2005
Price Range
$27,025 - $27,025

2004
Price Range
$24,750 - $24,750

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09-03-2011, 08:18 AM

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Hi Member's,
I like the below FORD Concept ~>Do you ?
I think it sold 4 a low price ? What do you THINK

Auction Results: 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept Platform Model - 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d Elegance

Shelby/Ford concept collaboration sells for $75,000 at the Monterey auction.

By Jennifer Degtjarewsky / Photos by Gideon Gillard
August 19, 2011
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It’s been almost 50 years since Carroll Shelby and Ford began their successful partnership, and anyone who has read Road & Track over the years knows that we relish seat time in any Shelby-tuned machine. Together, Ford and Shelby have produced hit after hit with both race and street cars, and now someone very lucky owns the 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept Platform Model. That’s right, the GR-1 first unveiled at the 2004 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance just sold for $75,000. Sure, this V-10 concept car is just a roller, but it is also a slice of history—the GR-1 was built on the success of the Cobra concept that nabbed Best in Show at the 2004 Detroit Auto Show.

Built in what is almost Road & Track’s backyard in Southern California, the GR-1 was first sketched at the Irvine Advanced Design Studio by George Saridakis. His design then caught the eye of Ford’s Head of Design, J Mays. The rest is history.
The muscular GR-1 Concept is based on a highly modified version of the Ford GT platform, and is a front-engine fastback whose race-inspired design pays respect to the 1964 Shelby Daytona Coupe, right down to the 12-spoke 19-in. wheels. With a long hood, vents and air dam reaching back to 2-seat cockpit, plus a Kamm tail, quad exhaust and vertical taillamps, the GR-1 was a concept built for Shelby speed.
One more good thing to come from this sale? The full $75,000 is being donated by Ford to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.