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ELR: Cadillac's Forgotten, First Hybrid


The Cadillac ELR, Cadillac’s forgotten $75,000 hybrid coupe, started as the Cadillac Converj concept. General Motors unveiled the Cadillac Converj, a 2+2 coupe concept, at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. The car is designed with a sleek and futuristic design, featuring a sharp body line that runs from the front to the rear quarter. The interior is luxurious, with high-end materials such as white synthetic suede, black leather, and wood trim. 
 

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The INs and OUTs of the 1958 Cadillac Series 62

Our newest showroom piece at Frank Kent Cadillac of Arlington is a 1958 Cadillac Series 62, which features a rich history on its own.  
 
The Cadillac Series 40-62, a distinguished line of automobiles from 1940 through 1964, represented a pinnacle of luxury and innovation in the automotive industry. Initially conceived as a complement to the entry-level Series 61, this notable series evolved over the years, leading up to the Cadillac Series 6200 designation in 1959, before eventually adopting the name Cadillac Calais for the 1965 model year.

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Pontiac’s final hoorah will be a future collectible: The Solstice GXP & Sky Redline

The Pontiac Solstice & its cousin, the Saturn Sky is unique in its rapid timeline to production. Initially, the Solstice was planned to be an affordable mid-engine roadster, almost like a spiritual successor to the Fiero and unique to what the US market had offered at the time. The Solstice first started as a concept in 2002, then transitioned to a production model in early 2004, and hit dealerships as 2006 models by 2005.
 
 
 
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Everything you need to know about the Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

With only about 2000 built from 2011 to 2014, the CTS-V Wagon filled a niche role in Cadillac’s lineup not previously filled. With dramatic styling reflected by Cadillac’s “Art and Science” design language that emerged at the turn of the century and the V-Series 2nd generation's robust powerplant, the CTS-V Wagon garnered a cult following from a wide array of car enthusiasts. But what led to the creation of CTS Wagon to begin with? To answer that, we go to the 2008 Concours D’Elegance in Pebble Beach, where the standard wagon was unveiled. 

 

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Everything you need to know about the GMT400 Generation of GM Trucks

The GMT 400, a revolutionary GM platform introduced in Chevrolet trucks from 1988 to 2000, stands out as a pinnacle of innovation and versatility, surpassing its predecessor, the "square body" generation that concluded in 1987. Noteworthy for its sleek design resulting from meticulous wind-tunnel tuning, the GMT 400 embodied precision engineering, establishing itself as an icon of dependability.

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Wagon Wednesday: What was America’s last Wagon?

You may not be familiar with the Buick Regal Tour X, which was Buick’s rebadged Opel Insignia Country, from 2018-2020. This Buick is considered as America’s last wagon, and in our opinion, unfairly overshadowed by European competitors. The Tour X is still a great value today by being a lower priced alternative to its luxury segment wagons that featured a comfortable ride, tunable platform, plentiful cargo space, and handsome styling.  

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How to earn the coveted Mary Kay Escalade

The iconic pink Cadillacs became a symbol of achievement for Mary Kay consultants, especially those reaching the rank of Sales Director. To qualify for a leased Cadillac, consultants must demonstrate exceptional sales performance, including purchasing at least $100,000 of inventory annually and consistently selling a monthly quota of $17,000. This exclusive perk has turned the pink Cadillac into a coveted emblem of success within the Mary Kay community.

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