4 years with a 6-speed CTS-V wagon

455bhp · 10-10-2022, 11:25 AM

Hi all!

I just crossed 4 years with my 6-speed 2014 CTS-V wagon. Usually I get the new-car itch after 2 years, but in this case, I still love the V! Mine's stock, and it's so civilized and yet so engaging.

I bought the car with the idea of using it for exciting mountain drives and maybe some autocross or track, but I never ended up putting the car on the circuit. In fact, I ended up getting a sports car a few years later that does the track work. (In this regard I think the Camaros have the edge, as they are ready for track work out from the factory.) But as a fast car to drive slow, the CTS-V doesn't disappoint. These Gen-2 V's are so full of analog feedback and feel!

I have so many more thoughts on this lovely machine, but I'll spare you. (If you want to read them, they are on my blog here.)

Best,
Mike

ST1LE · 10-10-2022, 07:18 PM

These high performance wagons are so cool. I am not surprised you still love it.

455bhp · 10-12-2022, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

These high performance wagons are so cool. I am not surprised you still love it.

JamesNoBrakes · 10-13-2022, 12:20 AM

The camaros definitely have the edge, the CTS-V wagon can't compete as far as turning is concerned. That said, it's definitely one of my dream-cars and I'd happily own it over my Camaro, even though I love the Camaro. Just the fact that GM did a CTS-V wagon is absolutely bonkers...in the right way.

455bhp · 10-17-2022, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

The camaros definitely have the edge, the CTS-V wagon can't compete as far as turning is concerned. That said, it's definitely one of my dream-cars and I'd happily own it over my Camaro, even though I love the Camaro. Just the fact that GM did a CTS-V wagon is absolutely bonkers...in the right way.

Yeah, the Camaro is a better in the corners! (I'm curious about how the new Blackwings compare to the Camaro though...that might be a better match up.)

khcoaching · 10-17-2022, 01:00 PM

I’ve run against a new Blackwing with a pro driver and I would say it is near equally to a stick SS 1LE, but nowhere close to a ZLE. Amazing acceleration and deceleration, but a bit loose at the limit and rear grip off slow corners on the stock P4s tires was an issue.

Edit - I think a CTSV wagon is the ultimate badass car!

Ken

455bhp · 10-17-2022, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by khcoaching

I’ve run against a new Blackwing with a pro driver and I would say it is near equally to a stick SS 1LE, but nowhere close to a ZLE. Amazing acceleration and deceleration, but a bit loose at the limit and rear grip off slow corners on the stock P4s tires was an issue.

Edit - I think a CTSV wagon is the ultimate badass car!

Ken

Was that a CT5 or CT4 Blackwing?

khcoaching · 10-17-2022, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 455bhp

Was that a CT5 or CT4 Blackwing?

CT5.....

ZPirate · 10-18-2022, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ST1LE

These high performance wagons are so cool. I am not surprised you still love it.

I agree. I would love to have one as a daily driver.

HD_ZLE · 10-18-2022, 04:13 PM

I literally had your twin and traded it in for profit on my ZLE. I regret it all the time, but ideally would have kept both

I had a 2014 silver wagon with 19k miles when I sold it

455bhp · 10-26-2022, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by HD_ZLE

I literally had your twin and traded it in for profit on my ZLE. I regret it all the time, but ideally would have kept both

I had a 2014 silver wagon with 19k miles when I sold it

Yeah, these V wagons are oddball enough that if you have a good one, it seems like you should hold on to it!

10-10-2022, 11:25 AM	#1
455bhp Drives: 2014 CTS-V Wagon Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: CA Posts: 36	4 years with a 6-speed CTS-V wagon Hi all! I just crossed 4 years with my 6-speed 2014 CTS-V wagon. Usually I get the new-car itch after 2 years, but in this case, I still love the V! Mine's stock, and it's so civilized and yet so engaging. I bought the car with the idea of using it for exciting mountain drives and maybe some autocross or track, but I never ended up putting the car on the circuit. In fact, I ended up getting a sports car a few years later that does the track work. (In this regard I think the Camaros have the edge, as they are ready for track work out from the factory.) But as a fast car to drive slow, the CTS-V doesn't disappoint. These Gen-2 V's are so full of analog feedback and feel! I have so many more thoughts on this lovely machine, but I'll spare you. (If you want to read them, they are on my blog here.) Best, Mike __________________ My blog: mikessteeringcolumn.wordpress.com

10-10-2022, 07:18 PM	#2
ST1LE Drives: E92 BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 4,496	These high performance wagons are so cool. I am not surprised you still love it. __________________ SOLD - 2013 1LE - Pat G Spec'd Cam, NPP with 1 7/8" Long Tube Headers with High Flow Cats, Intake w/scoop, Ported Throttle Body, and Apex 1.25" Lowering Springs. J-Rod Built and Matt@FSP Tuned

10-13-2022, 12:20 AM	#4
JamesNoBrakes Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AK Posts: 2,301	The camaros definitely have the edge, the CTS-V wagon can't compete as far as turning is concerned. That said, it's definitely one of my dream-cars and I'd happily own it over my Camaro, even though I love the Camaro. Just the fact that GM did a CTS-V wagon is absolutely bonkers...in the right way. __________________ Everything happens for a reason, except when it doesn't, but even then, you can, in hindsight, fabricate a reason that satisfies your belief system. 2018 2SS 1LE 2023 Colorado ZR2 2022 Stinger GT-line AWD

10-17-2022, 01:00 PM	#6
khcoaching Drives: 2021 1SS 1LE Join Date: Nov 2020 Location: 98548 Posts: 612	I’ve run against a new Blackwing with a pro driver and I would say it is near equally to a stick SS 1LE, but nowhere close to a ZLE. Amazing acceleration and deceleration, but a bit loose at the limit and rear grip off slow corners on the stock P4s tires was an issue. Edit - I think a CTSV wagon is the ultimate badass car! Ken __________________ Follow my build - https://www.camaro6.com/forums/showthread.php?t=594295

10-18-2022, 04:13 PM	#10
HD_ZLE Drives: 2020 ZLE Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 67	I literally had your twin and traded it in for profit on my ZLE. I regret it all the time, but ideally would have kept both I had a 2014 silver wagon with 19k miles when I sold it __________________ 2020 ZLE A10 Rotofab, SPL suspension goods, Cobalt XR1 pads, Apex wheels

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