There is something in his style of stealth aircraft Stealth. The same faceted silhouette, that conceals power and coolness ... However, Cadillac STS вряд ли сможет остаться невидимкой на улицах украинских городов. Wherever he appeared, its spectacular appearance can not leave indifferent neither pedestrians, no drivers. That's what it is being bought wishing to stand out from the crowd of respectable. Ведь таких машин даже в Киеве продано совсем немного…
Обзор Cadillac STS 2004 of the year
Like the Chrysler 300C car is formally in the executive class (it corresponds to executive standards for body size). However, many experts have positioned it as a model of business-class. May be, because, that for the price it competes with European machines of this particular segment. In addition, the size of STS saloon gives a representational model of the Old World. But the spacious back sofa, usually, customers do not need a Cadillac STS. This is the same - a driver's car. В Украине такой седан часто выбирают бизнесмены, who do not mind to get behind the wheel. And in the representative "German" like the originals can be confused with hired drivers ...
Really, STS is able to bestow driver thrill. Special, at the start. A huge sedan can shoot with the acceleration of the rocket and the roar, that is sure to make passers-by turn. A can - easily and smoothly accelerated, then in the cabin you will not even hear the engine noise. Of course, STS in tight corners gives the machines from Bavaria. Banks have "caddy" is much more tangible. Affects American school ... However, this feature it is possible to forgive.
But progressive suspension Magnetic Rige (set to modification with eight-cylinder engines) STS allows the owner not to reduce speed in areas with huge potholes. There, where even the Mercedes drivers have to slow down. The thing is, that the "smart" shock absorbers, filled with metal particles within a liquid, are capable of changing their properties for hundredths of a second. They adapt to the road conditions so fast, that the driver did not have time to feel. Such systems are increasingly used in cars of other brands. But it seems to us, that "MMK" works best is to Cadillac.
The car packed with electronic systems. Especially if you got the expensive equipment. Thanks to the electronic key car owner will recognize at a distance 60 m.
For a surcharge, STS installed system, translates the speedometer, tachometer and direction indicators on the windshield. A nice feature, especially when driving at high speed. Finally, a good addition to these elements of hi-tech will be active cruise control.
Body and Suspension
Considering, that the model is quite fresh, no problems with corrosion of the body she had not showed. However, as known, in the production of Cadillac is not accepted to save on ink. However, do not be surprised, if covered with chrome details quickly fade after a close acquaintance with your favorite travel agents Moscow mayor.
The suspension is also not yet delivered on its own too much trouble. May be because, The car is quite "fresh" and many owners run - less than one hundred thousand? of course, in STS has some weaknesses. for example, rack and stabilizer bushings, which have to be replaced by 25-30 thousand. km. Но это такие мелочи на фоне проблем с подвесками у немецких седанов бизнес и представительского класса…
Engines and transmissions
Cadillac STS is equipped as a six-, and eight-cylinder engines. First option (3,6 l) preferred for the most budget conscious buyers, count every penny. say, that these do not buy Cadillac? You're wrong, in Ukraine there are people, ready to buy a car favorite brand on last money!
Of course, a large American car should have a V8 engine! Nobody disputes! option two. One motor from the arsenal of STS volume 4,6 liters delivers power 325 HP. There are supercharged engine capacity 4,4 liter - are already in the herd 476 horses! But such a powerful option is not recommended - it is in the service will be expensive, and masters, familiar with this engine, вы в Украине не найдете.
All motors are able to digest and 92nd petrol, but it is very sensitive to its quality. Refill for doubtful Filling may cause malfunction of the valve timing changing system. A subsequent repair - lead to a few thousand dollars. Besides, low quality fuel leads to failure of neutralizers (Replacement costs from $1500).
STS is equipped only with an automatic transmission. As they say mechanics branded centers, -one flawless.
Transmission - the standard (RWD), and all-wheel drive - and do not cause problems to owners. At least, until.
What else?
Leaking power steering - one of the few annoying sores STS.
prices
from $25.000. Instance in the state, like a new car, you can if you want to find ten thousand US dollars. expensive.
Summary of experts
Cadillac STS, certainly, It will allow the owner to stand out from the crowd holders of German and Japanese sedans. BUT, given the relatively low cost of this spectacular car in the secondary market, it is possible to forgive some shortcomings. in short, entertainment expenses not hit the pockets of the owner.