Hey everyone. Newbie to this site but not other V site(s).
Considering replacing my 2014 V with a 2024 5V Blackwing and was hoping some owners could chime in with advice and answers to the following:
- Other than the front fascia and interior/dash changes, anything major changed/fixed on the 25s that was an issue or to look out for on the 24s?
- Any suggestions for stock size (or speedo adjusted close sized) winter tires? I plan to drive it all year round just I've done with my current V.
- From what I've read the base level seats are actually the most comfortable and suitable for everything but track driving. I like the visual of the upgraded seats but what, if anything, am I really giving up for a daily driver with the base model seats?
- How hard is it to change out the side and rear badging? If I ordered one to build, I was getting the blacked out badges but this car has the standard ones. Curious how difficult it is to remove from the sides and upper rear of the trunk or if it's all just stick on? I know the front and rear main emblems are work but didn't know about the rest. Not a dealer breaker, just curious.
- Anything else I don't know that I don't know but should about the 24 model years?
Appreciate any answers and advice!
25s also do the “headlight dance” when you approach the car and also have an omega symbol on the front camera assembly, signifying it’s the last version of the car. 25s also have the optional precision package available, which imo is a must have. It perfects the handling and steering response. The PDR in the 25 is also highly upgraded from previous versions. It’s made in conjunction with Cosworth. If u ever track ur car, this and the precision package are pretty much must haves. If you have the money, I would 100% get a 2025.
There are like only 1-2 winter tires available for the stock rim setup. Ur options are very limited currently, but they do exist.
Na, the semi-aniline highest level seats are definitely the best for every driving scenario. The people who are saying the base seats are better are just taking a heavy dose of copium becuase they either couldn’t afford the highest level seats or didn’t spec em for whatever reason and secretly regret it. The base seats are softer, but the highest ones aren’t overly firm. They’re still soft and supple, but provide much better support and are made from way better materials. If driving for anymore that 30 minutes, the base seats would end up hurting your back from lack of support and from just being too cushy. The SAs look incredible in gray and even the tan accented one is sweet if you get the new typhoon green exterior color. Plus the carbon fiber backing looks incredible. The highest seats are almost a must have for most people. After sitting in all 3 at a dealership, I would not accept anything other than the semi-anilines. As a daily driver seat, the semi-anilines are also still the best option imo. Like I said, people who say the base seats are the best are simply coping with their crappy decision or lack of funds. The SAs are definitely not just good for the track as those base seat lovers will say. They still massage, heat up and are ventilated and they’re alot softer than they look, but still provide ample support to every part of ur body. They adjust like 22 ways.
Changing out the badging is as easy as any other car. Just need some heat, floss, and a solvent to remove the leftover adhesive residue. But there’s also an option to get black emblems dealer installed for like $295. I opted for those and would recommend for u to as well if u want black emblems. The Cadillac oem installed ones are way better than aftermarket ones you get from savage Cadillac and stuff.
Don’t get a 24. 25 or bust for sure, unless you really don’t like the front fascia. Imo, it looks better. More refined, slightly less aggressive. It gives you even more of a sleeper look; drawing less attention to yourself for when you wanna be a hoonigan.
