Recent content by jbawden

Are you sure it just wasn't traction control kicking in? It's getting cooler and the engine likes that, but the tires don't.

No, those are the isolators. Shipping blocks going between the spring coils to prevent squat. If I'm not mistaken, I think they are only on the front. Sweet drawing for your review.

Maybe try writing an email or PM'ing the Cadillac Care member that sometimes posts here. In 2025, phone calls are the least likely path to reach someone in a giant corporation that can actually help.

I would argue otherwise, the toe links are a big improvement over the al dente noodles on base models regardless of use. They are a dealer installed item that is supposed to be done at PDR and I would strongly recommend you have that done.

That’s true, but there really isn’t much beyond oil changes during the power train warranty period so keeping receipts is basic accounting. Plus dealer shenanigans/unintended damage are way more likely than an actual warranty claim that will be denied by GM solely because DIY oil changes.

^^^That is true except for warranty work.

This is such a familiar narrative around here. If you can't or wont do basic service at home, you really you need to find an independent shop that you can build a relationship with. There is absolutely zero added benefit of dealer service.

I guess with a big 'ol sedan like the this, the consumables list is expensive.

I'm new to CCB so wondering how the pad wear rate compares to traditional iron rotors and performance pads. @nordique14 are you replacing your pads and if so, what are the details (mileage, use, etc.)?

I don't know, a 25 minute production over a "stolen" BW? Feels more like a reality show for clicks to me. The curb shot on the right rear at the beginning of the security video made me flinch!

My arguments are specifically about the 5BW and selling it privately, not the 23 other cars we've all owned and traded. The fact that the loaded model is listed for more on the retail side sort of proves my point that these options do make a difference, its just that I choose to be the one that...

Well, I guess the idea that I would trade an enthusiast vehicle to some corporate clearing house is where you lose me. Going to Carvana is what you do with an appliance like a Kia Soul where option packages are pennies on the dollar in resale. As someone that bought a unicorn at a discount...

Right, which was the basis of my comment...IF you're buying a BW like the person I was responding to is proposing, used is more financially sound (most of the time). We all get that a BW is irrational form of transportation, but its also amazing!! As far as I know we only go around once and...

I think arguing options don't "add value" is a bit of a faulty premise when it comes to the 5BW. In the larger automotive market, if you start at a bigger base value, the natural economics of the depreciation curve generally means you'll get more in the end, all else being equal. No value was...

Isn't that always the smart money move?