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One Badass Caddy 2004 Cts-v Ls6 Cammed Long Tube Headers Intake 450+hp See Video on 2040-cars

Year:2004 Mileage:52657 Color: Black /
Black

Location:

Boulder City, Nevada, United States

ONE BADASS CADDY 2004 CTS-V LS6 CAMMED LONG TUBE HEADERS INTAKE 450+HP SEE VIDEO, image 1

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Transmission:6 SPEED MANUAL
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:5.7 LITER V8 (LS6)
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Dealer

Condition:
Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ...
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 1G6DN57S840165665
Year: 2004
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Cadillac
Model: CTS
Trim: CAMMED (HIGH LIFT) CTS-V HOTROD
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Side Airbags
Mileage: 52,657
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Sub Model: CAMMED (HIGH LIFT) CTS-V LS6 HOTROD
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

2004 CADILLAC CTS-V

One Badass Caddy

2004 Cadillac CTS-V

450+ Horsepower LS6 • 6-Speed Manual

Intake • High Lift Cam • Long Tube Headers • Exhaust

Brembo Brakes • LED Interior Lighting • Navigation • Bose Audio • Xenon Headlights

Ultra Low 52,657 Original Miles

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2004 Cadillac CTS-V

VIN: 1G6DN57S840165665

Odometer: 52,657

Engine: 5.7 Liter V8 (LS6)

Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Exterior: Black (41U)

Interior: Ebony Leather/Suede Inserts

Built: February, 2004 - Grand River assembly plant - Lansing, Michigan

Over 140 high resolution pictures below.

Standard Equipment

5.7 Liter SFI High Performance V8 Engine (LS6)

400 horsepower @ 6,000/395 ft-lbs. torque @ 4,800 RPM (stock)

Tremec 6-Speed Close Ratio Manual Transmission (MN6)

Stainless Steel Dual Exhaust

Rear Wheel Drive

Xenon HID Headlamps with Washers (TT6)

Variable Power Rack and Pinion Steering

Brembo 4-Piston, 4-Wheel Power Disc Brakes with ABS and 14-Inch Rotors (J56)

Performance Tune 4-Wheel Independent Suspension (FE4)

StabiliTrak with 4 Driver Selected Modes (JL4)

All-Speed Traction Control

Air Conditioning/Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control (CJ2)

Power Windows

Power Locks

Tilt Steering

Electronic Cruise Control

Dual Front, Dual Side and Side Curtain Airbags (AY0)

Analog Cluster with 180 MPH Speedometer, 8,000 RPM Tachometer, Fuel and Temperature Gauges (U30)

Front Center Armrest with Two Cup Holders and Storage

Remote Keyless Entry

2-Position Memory Package/Driver Personalization (A45)

8-Way Power Driver's Seat with 2-Way Power Lumbar (AH8)

Power Mirrors

Auto-Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror with OnStar (DD8)

1-Year OnStar Safe and Sound Service (UE1)

Spilt-Folding Rear Seat (AM9)

Leather Front Bucket Seats with Suede Inserts and Articulating Headrests (AQ9)

Ebony Leather Interior

Heated Front Seats (KA1)

DVD Navigation, AM/FM Stereo with 6-Disc In-Dash CD and Bose 8-Speaker System (UAV)

XM Satellite Radio (U2K)

In-Glass Front and Rear Antenna

Steering Wheel Cruise and DIC Controls

3-Spoke Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel and Leather Shift Knob (N34)

Driver Information Center

Rear Defrost

Tire Inflation Monitor (UJ6)

Theft Deterrent Alarm System (UA6)

Power Trunk Release

Dual Lighted Vanity Visors

HomeLink Universal Transmitter (UG1)

Daytime Running Lamps

Integrated Fog Lights

Solar-Ray Tinted Glass

Intermittent Wipers

Carpeted Front and Rear Floor Mats

Stainless Steel Wire mesh Grille

V-Series Badging (IL3)

Aluminum Sill Plates

Satin Nickel Finish Interior Trim

Chrome Ringed Instruments

Acoustic Engine Cover

Dual Mass Flywheel

Heavy Duty CV Joints

Front Brake Cooling Ducts

Larger 70mm Driveshaft (than non V-series CTS)

18 x 8.5 Inch 7-Spoke/6-Lug Aluminum Wheels (P32)

P245/45WR18 Goodyear Eagle EMT Tires (QKR)

3.73 Getrag Rear Axle (GT4)

17-Gallon Fuel Tank

Optional Equipment

Cross Drilled Rotors

Power Tilt/Slide Sun Roof (CF5)

Additional Items

Cam (High Lift)

Kooks Stainless Steel Long Tube Headers ($1,000)

Magnaflow Exhaust with Crossover, 2-Front and 2-Rear Mufflers ($1,200)

Volante Cold Air Intake ($300)

Billet Catch Can

Dynamat Insulation (rear shelf)

Fat Mat Rattle Trap Sound Deadener Trunk Kit ($87)

Dark Tint

White LED Footwell, Map and Door Puddle Lights

Aluminum Pedals/Dead Pedal

Aluminum Driver's Side Floor Pad

Smoked Blinkers, Side Marker and Reverse Lenses

Dunlop SP Sport Maxx Steel Belted Radials 245/45ZR18

Blistering fast 2004 Cadillac CTS-V in knock-out condition with only 52,657 miles. The cam in the already powerful LS6 gives this Caddy a menacing idle and with the Volante cold air intake, Kooks long tube headers and Magnaflow exhaust, this rocket is good for at least 450 horsepower. Beautiful body and paint looks especially sinister with 7-spoke high polish 18-inch wheels and with a 6-speed manual, rear wheel drive and Brembo brakes, this Cadillac is the highest quality, low mileage CTS-V on the market - and likely the fastest too . . .

available dates/mileage/history
2-04	compliance label build date (2nd or 3rd week)
3-17-04	service facility - wash/detail	3 miles
3-22-04	dealer inventory - vehicle sold
3-29-04	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
4-19-04	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas	15 miles
5-27-04	service facility - LOF	3,465
1-25-05	Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac - Temecula, California - inspection	12,906
3-24-05	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
3-29-05	Lexus of Las Vegas - Las Vegas, Nevada - vehicle sold
3-31-05	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas	15,054
4-4-05	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
5-9-05	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas	15,095
1-20-06	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - adjust parking brake, new battery	22,096
4-4-06	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
4-18-06	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - adjust sun roof	23,506
6-29-06	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - interior and exterior trim repaired	27,413
8-18-06	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - recommended maintenance, coolant flush/fill, fuel injection flush, rotate/balance tires	29,961
12-26-06	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - vehicle serviced	33,216
3-28-07	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
4-30-07	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - new radiator	37,234
9-12-07	Findlay Cadillac Saab - Henderson, Nevada - vehicle serviced
10-15-07	Nevada emissions - Las Vegas	40,533
10-23-07	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
11-20-07	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
1-11-08	Nationwide Insurance - Las Vegas, Nevada
4-5-08	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
10-17-08	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
10-15-09	Nevada emissions - Las Vegas	46,240
10-13-10	Nevada emissions - Las Vegas	47,916
10-14-10	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
10-17-09	Nevada DMV - Las Vegas
10-14-11	Nevada emissions/DMV - Las Vegas	48,893
10-13-12	Nevada emissions/DMV - Las Vegas	49,959
7-31-13	Carmax - Henderson, Nevada	51,197
8-2-13	Viva Las Vegas Autos, Inc. - Boulder City, Nevada	51,337
9-30-13	current	52,657

Fog lights, xenon headlamps and stainless wire mesh grilles are CTS-V exclusive. Front park, side marker and back-up lenses are smoked . . .

Fenders filled with Dunlop high performance rubber, the 4-piston Brembo brakes squeeze enormous 14-inch cross drilled rotors. Dark tint looks great and keeps things cool inside . . .

No accident history, no hits, no damage, everything works, nothing is broke. The 5.7 Liter LS6 screams to its 6,500 RPM redline, barking 2nd and chirping 3rd gear, on its way to a rev limited 163 MPH top speed. This ain't your grandpa's Sedan deVille and with the engine mods, nothing in its segment from Europe even comes close . . .

A Getrag 3.73 posi gets it done out back and FE4 performance, independent front and rear suspension nails this Cadillac to the tarmac for breathtaking cornering limits . . .

Rare combination of great service history, ultra low miles and pricey mods = fast Caddy . . .

Engine fires immediately and as intimidating as it sounds, the exhaust note is never annoying. (in fact, I start it sometimes just to hear it idle - Foy) It is well behaved in traffic and if unprovoked, is docile as a kitten. But, drop the hammer at any speed, in any gear and the lion awakes with alarming ferocity. The power comes on like a fire hose; seamless and seemingly without end. The Tremec close ratio 6-speed clicks off shifts with precision while suede leather inserts grip you snug in a roomy interior. Besides being faster and better looking than any CTS you can buy, this V has averaged barely 5,800 miles a year since new. Bullet proof Corvette drive train, low mileage, superior condition and functional perfection puts this 2004 Cadillac CTS-V at the top of the market. Intake, cam, headers and exhaust puts it over the top.

Ebony leather interior is in superb condition with billet foot pad and pedals. White LED footwell, map and door puddle lights . . .

DVD navigation, Bose audio with 8-speakers, 8-way power seats with power lumbar, tire pressure monitoring, Stabilitrak with 4 driver selected modes, auto-dimming mirrors, 8-airbags and heated seats . . .

Chrome ringed instruments and 6-speed manual transmission.

5.7 Liter V8 (LS6)

400 horsepower @ 6,000/395 ft-lb torque @ 4,800 RPM (stock)

With a billet catch can, Volante cold air intake, Kooks headers and Magnaflow exhaust with crossover, I estimate this LS6 makes something over 450 horsepower. - Foy

Stainless steel long tube headers, two Magnaflow front mufflers, X-pipe and two Magnaflow rear mufflers produce a deep, authoritative note that is certain to impress . . .

Volante cold air intake and aluminum catch can . . .

Spotless undercarriage is new car beautiful . . .

VIN: 1G6DN57S840165665
country	1	United States
manufacturer	G	General Motors
division	6	Cadillac
line	D	CTS
series	N	CTS-V
body style	5	4-door sedan
restraint system	7	active belts, driver/front passenger airbags, front and rear side airbags
engine	S	5.7 liter SFI V8 (LS6)
check digit	8	matches per NHTSA
model year	4	2004
assembly plant	0	Grand River - Lansing, Michigan
sequential production number	165665

Matching VIN stamp on engine and transmission. (6 = Cadillac division; 40165665 = VIN derivative match)

Compliance label with February, 2004 build date.

Original owner books.

A note from the owner.

I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original rare and high quality modified vintage cars and over the past decade I’ve been in business, have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles. I specialize in and am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners. I have an experienced eye for quality but I’ve discovered that my preferred buyer can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer. Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the bidder, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.

With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may at first glance appear. It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list. To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner and Chris, owner of A-Best Auto Repair in Henderson, Nevada has my back. He and his crew can fix anything; from a low budget beater to the absolute most expensive exotic you can name, no job is too big and no small detail unimportant. They do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and nothing escapes their methodical investigation. Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about me. Moreover; it allows my writer to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless he thinks it is true. If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction.

After the vehicle is fully sorted it arrives at our facility where it encounters the suspicious eye of Tom, my writer that creates the presentations you see on eBay. He believes absolutely nothing I or anyone else tells him about the car as he combs over every inch, researches its history and documents originality and authenticity. Historical significance, rarity, special features, possible modifications and much more are used to accurately describe the vehicle with integrity and honesty. Most important for the potential buyer are the 100 to 150 high resolution pictures that I take myself. The pricey equipment I use would be right at home in the hands of the very best professional photographers and I’ve developed a logical format that walks you around the entire vehicle with close-up shots of every square inch. I provide detailed views of the interior, under the hood and then put it on a lift to show the undercarriage and confirm that the beauty of the car you are considering is not merely skin deep. Even our detailers are enthusiastic about the cars they so meticulously clean. This reconditioning can sometimes take several days and I’ve converted a paint booth, especially prepared for the professional clay bar and polishing each car lovingly receives.

Usually, I’ll also include a high definition video that shows the car doing its thing. If it’s a fast car, we film it going fast. If it’s a 4x4 you’ll see it crawling up a hill. In every case you will hear things like a rumbling exhaust, working sound system and watch the temperature fall on a digital, laser thermometer pointed at an air conditioning vent. How many “dealers” will video a Lotus Esprit doing a buck-eighty? We do.

No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level. No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information. I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase, that my vehicle is for real and what I say is the truth. All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.

If you have any questions at all, please call me on my cell at: 702-353-7500. If your inquiry is sincere and your offer serious, you’ll find me the most accommodating business partner you’ve ever dealt with. If you call or e-mail asking for my reserve or “what is my bottom line” I will be looking for ways to politely end the conversation. Until you are ready to actually pull the trigger, I will happily quote you the absolute highest nationally advertised suggested retail price I can find – a number we both know will not buy the car so, don’t waste your time, or mine. I am after all, a “used car dealer.”

Serious buyers know the maximum they can offer. I then must simply decide if I can sell for that number.

If you hit the reserve, the decision is no longer mine. I must sell at that number.

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If you want to make a deal,

pick up the phone and talk a serious offer.

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I don't respond to emails asking for "bottom line, sale price, reserve, or Buy-it-Now" figures on top line cars.

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The book values posted below are relevant to "real" selling figures.

NADA & KBB wouldn't be in business if they posted nonsense. But they only account for averages around the nation. If this car is less than or better than average, bid or offer accordingly.

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Waiver's of Warranty will be signed if declined.

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Terms of Sale

This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe. We stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.

Third party, pre-purchase vehicle inspections are welcome BEFORE the auction ends. We are happy to answer questions about this vehicle and resolve any concerns you may have BEFORE YOU BID and BEFORE THE AUCTION ENDS . . . THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are in the Las Vegas area, we invite you to stop by for a demonstration.

A $1000 non-refundable partial payment must be received 24 hours from the end of this auction . We prefer VISA but will accept PayPal if necessary.

Full payment must be received within four (4) business days of the end of auction. Cashiers-check, direct deposit or cash in person are acceptable but BANK to BANK WIRE TRANSFER IS PREFERRED for US winners and required for all winning bidders outside the United States. Loan checks can be accepted only after prior approval from the owner, Doug Williams. M/Os will NEVER be accepted. CHECKS in ANY FORM MUST BE CLEARED as CASHABLE FUNDS before delivery of any item.

Free and clear title is in seller's possession and will be transferred upon payment in full.

Important: Winning bidders on-line enter a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle presented here. Bidders that win the auction and then do not pay, will be aggressively pursued. Non-paying bidders will be prosecuted. If you do not intend to purchase this vehicle, DO NOT BID.

We will happily do whatever is required to assist a legitimate bidder that intends to purchase the vehicle with their transaction.

This vehicle sold AS-IS, with no warranty. This is not a new vehicle, it is used. A used vehicle will have normal wear and tear congruent to its age and/or mileage. This vehicle may have dings, scratches or other indications of use because it has been used. Terms such as "perfection," "flawless" or "mint" may not be subjective but all other descriptions are.

When you bid, you understand and agree to these terms.

Please call Doug @ 702-353-7500 with ANY questions. Email: Doug@VivaLasVegasAutos.com

Sales tax, Smog and title fees may be applicable to Nevada residents.

A Document Fee of $200.00 will be added to the closing auction price.

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We reserve the right to cancel bids if necessary to protect our clients.

Research for this ad was done with all due diligence toward an accurate presentation of the facts. All information herein represents our sincere effort to be correct. If we have made any errors or provided information later found to be inaccurate, we will correct these mistakes and resolve any issues that occur as a result, as far as it is within our ability to do. Descriptive words like "perfect" or "flawless" are subjective opinions because nothing is perfect; flaws are inevitable. If you question what you see, feel free to inspect our vehicles in person or by a professional inspection service strictly prior to the close of the auction. Post auction inspections are unacceptable and we reserve the right to sell to the follow up bidder immediately.

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