Regis Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 In reply to his buddy's Verizon call: "Finally.....Yes I can hear you now." "Burns" rubber " I've never considered myself to be all that conservative, but it seems the more liberal some people get the more conservative I become. " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regis Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 Official pace car for the annual duck migration south. "Burns" rubber " I've never considered myself to be all that conservative, but it seems the more liberal some people get the more conservative I become. " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poopdeville Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 "... and already equipped with a 32 valve Northstar, the new STS-TV has no need to bow down to it's CTS-V sibbling." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vantasticdude Posted May 15, 2005 Report Share Posted May 15, 2005 "Cadillac ....if we can't build it better we'll just wing it this time . " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDK Posted May 15, 2005 Report Share Posted May 15, 2005 A middle-age couple's conversation... OK then Honey ...I won't tell you how you look with stretch pants and midriff showing - so you won't tell me how the car looks with the new antenna, fuzzy dice and doggie in the window... is it a deal? but I agree that up2ng nailed it... Add power to leave problems behind. Most braking is just - poor planning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardio-doc Posted May 18, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 bump --- Direct Performance on Ebay CaddyInfo.com Cadillac Conversations Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97eldoetc Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 Hey Scottie, Why do we have that antenna thing in the back if it can't even beam us up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ed blaq Posted May 18, 2005 Report Share Posted May 18, 2005 CTS-TiVo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob D Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 Well...I'll be dipped.. Dem new caddy's gots handlebars! ...shoooo... '93 STS.. opened, dropped, wide...fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gygmy Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 Caddilac edge styling. Think I'll throw it a curve. Next comes the houd's tooth plastic roof. May be some mirror tint too. That car be grooving. Give me some gas to pass. I'm gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cad1 Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 The below responses are to cardio-doc after he modified his new STS after trading in the Crown Vic PI. Response #1) Cardio-Doc, What is the hell were you thinking with that modification? Cad1 Response #2) Man, I need to get me one of those, what is the seat of the pants feel with that mod? What's your 1/4 mile? 1989CivicDriverw/AutoTransmission and all plastic interior (call me) Response #3) Go back to Ford, GM's in enough trouble as it is. FMC_CEO Response #4) Might as well throw a CB antenna on that puppy, white-walled BFG's, cutout, flowmaster and tow a trailer with a dirt bike on it. Now I see where you're going with it, you dig my car!!! Cad1 92 Deville w/210k miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardio-doc Posted May 19, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 (Probably selling the 'Vic this summer and getting a pick-up truck- really need it for work). Thanks --- Direct Performance on Ebay CaddyInfo.com Cadillac Conversations Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
97LDough Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 You laugh now Elanor, but we'll never miss an episode of Matlock again ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cad1 Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 Doc, Would you mind giving your thoughts on the Vic since you have had it. At some point I'm going rear wheel and would be interested in your thoughts since I don't know much about fords. 92 Deville w/210k miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickster Posted May 19, 2005 Report Share Posted May 19, 2005 "Batteries sold seperatly" 2001 STS Mettalic Otter Grey, Black Leather, 213,000 kilometers - miles - ? Still running strong! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chriskoc1 Posted May 20, 2005 Report Share Posted May 20, 2005 Here is the new Cadillac version of the speed enhanced spoiler. It extends 6 feet in the air when you speed increases to 50 mph and you get Japanese game shows from across the world as a plus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Nunnally Posted May 21, 2005 Report Share Posted May 21, 2005 Lots of good entries, and thanks to everyone for playing. Judging on these is completely arbitrary and subjective, not to mention enjoyable but difficult. Honorable mention goes to these entries: "i'll be able to hit 170mph now"-Man driving the STS with gold chains around his neck -- Cadillac STS "... and already equipped with a 32 valve Northstar, the new STS-TV has no need to bow down to it's CTS-V sibbling." -- poopdeville and the winner is: "You laugh now Elanor, but we'll never miss an episode of Matlock again ! " -- 97LDough Bruce 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Follow me on: Twitter Instagram Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
up2ng Posted May 21, 2005 Report Share Posted May 21, 2005 I call Shenanigans ! Bah ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardio-doc Posted May 22, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2005 Good pick Bruce - late entry but a scream. 97LDough - e-mail me at docardio@lycos.com with address to send the cap. Thanks all for entering - great laughs all-around. ~Doc --- Direct Performance on Ebay CaddyInfo.com Cadillac Conversations Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob D Posted May 22, 2005 Report Share Posted May 22, 2005 Good pick Bruce - late entry but a scream. 97LDough - e-mail me at docardio@lycos.com with address to send the cap. Thanks all for entering - great laughs all-around. ~Doc There were some great ones in there. No bias here Double H, but I liked yours the most. I know Bruce is the judge but...what the hell...Give yourself a hubcap.. '93 STS.. opened, dropped, wide...fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iowaboy77 Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 Is that a bananna on your trunk, or are you just glad to see me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonA Posted May 25, 2005 Report Share Posted May 25, 2005 Doc, Would you mind giving your thoughts on the Vic since you have had it. At some point I'm going rear wheel and would be interested in your thoughts since I don't know much about fords. I know you asked 'Doc specifically, but I'll give you some input too. We had a '92, the first year for the aero body style. It was also the first year for the 4.6L engine. It was a wonderful car. Very quiet, well isolated from the road. It had air springs in the rear to level the ride height. That SOHC 4.6L engine is a great engine. Quiet and smooth. The AOD transmission also worked well, although I think we did have ours rebuilt at around 100k miles. Fuel economy was surprisingly good (as it is with Northstars). I think we got between 24-26 mpg on the road in that big'un. I wouldn't hesitate to have another Crown Vic. I love those cars. Jason(2001 STS, White Diamond) "When you turn your car on...does it return the favor?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cardio-doc Posted May 26, 2005 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 About the 'Vic.... Bought used during hard times as transportation and really fell for it. This was about 3 years ago. In that time I've COMPLETELY gone over it mechanically and cosmetically and made it identical to a 2002. For starters it is really a "P71" Police Interceptor which is what Ford calls the model, not Crown Victoria. It has a different frame than a 'civilian' Vic along with a whole bunch of other different parts - including 3 different coolers for the trans, power steering and I forget the third. People have a misconception that PI's have 'faster' motors or even different transmissions than their civilian counterparts - they do not. The tailhousing on the transmission is longer to facilitate a shorter driveshaft - desirable for extended high-speed driving (ie pursuits). Does have a different computer program - kind of neat to see the revs kick up 500rpm's in Neutral or Park (for extended idling). FYI - my car gets 16 to 16.5mpg in combined city/highway driving which we have alot of here in South Florida, but keep in mind that I drive about 80 to 85 on the highway. I've also driven the civilian 'Vic - happened to be the same year as my PI. It drives much, much differently. I guess if you're into luxury or a real 'comfort' ride then the civilian 'Vic is the way to go, but I really like to feel the road and the civilian 'Vic feels like a beached wheel. Handling? It's rear feels like it's hanging out all over the place. I've upgraded my PI with the later (03) springs and a set of Bilstein HD shocks (made by Bilstein just for the Police Interceptor) and it handles very firm, crisp. My single favorite thing about this car is a combination of the fact that I own it (and fairly cheap IMO at that) and that I completely and utterly 'trust' it. The design is quite hearty and when I go to sell it this summer, I will describe it as mechanically BULLETPROOF which is a bit of a gloat (nervous to say) but it's how I feel. Granted, I know this car intimately as only a private-owner/enthusiast can after 3 years, but I also know the design and follow the boards online about what does go wrong on these cars and generally when it does, and how to avoid it. I've been fanatical about maintenance and changed many, many parts - some before their time. I do like that other people drive better when they are around me but of course I do not pretend to be a cop. Frankly it gets annoying at times, such as when I'm on a 2-lane behind somebody and they are doing 1mph under the speed limit in an area people usually go 10mph over. And for some reason - the cops started hassling me alot just recently. Never had an issue the first 2 1/2 years but I've had 3 'problems' with cops lately - nothing serious that respect (aka as*-kissing) couldn't alleviate. The Police Interceptor continues unchanged for 2006. Given how clean this car is - most believe it to be a real-late model Supervisor's car. When buying a used "Vomit Comet" (aka ex-police car), you must must must inspect it before purchase. Do not hop on eBay and buy blind. EXPECT to repair/replace alot of wear items, including most front end-parts (pitman arm, all idler arms, stabilizer bar, control arms, all grommets, bushings, etc) otherwise you'll have a creaking beast that doesn't hold a straight-line. Oh, and the seats in these are the worst IMO. They aren't good the day they rolled out of the factory and DO NOT improve with time/use. What cops do to the driver's seat, is basically destroy it. Given that a daily-driver is NOT the mental fantasy nor pictures of your car, but truly your butt in the seat driving every day - this is an issue. My car has completely different (sport) seats installed in the front, and frankly they make the car. Keep in mind that I'm a car enthusiast and this has been my main ride/trusty stead for the better part of 3 years now. I could write volumes about this car. For sale this summer at $5500. regards, ~Doc --- Direct Performance on Ebay CaddyInfo.com Cadillac Conversations Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cad1 Posted May 26, 2005 Report Share Posted May 26, 2005 Thanks Jason and Doc, Very interesting reads. Now I know why people slow for that car, for some reason I thought it was black on black when you mentioned it years ago. The caddy still has plenty of life in her but I like to research a bunch of different possiblities before hand; I think most car junkies can relate. I like the Lincoln Town Car in Black and some of the 60's caddys along with a bunch of muscle cars. "'Vic feels like a beached wheel." - say what? 92 Deville w/210k miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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