After finishing off with a few extra motion shots…
…we pull up at our final photographic spot of the day. Yep, that means another sea view.
As we look at both Caddys as they tick themselves cool, a debate springs up out of nowhere. Both John and Moe prefer the mob-like demeanour (we have scared a couple of people en-route) of the Raven Black model, and whilst the eight-year old in is tempting to side with them (“come in Raven, what is your position?”), I’ve grow quite attached to my White Diamond Tricoat example. It may not look sinful, but it is a handsome brute.
We’re all pretty knackered. The sun is starting to dip, and it’s fast approaching 4pm (hey, we like to get our shots right!). We do though have a lot to review from the journey. Just bear with me whilst I take this overhead shot.
None of us feel stiff or sore, or in vital need to stretch our legs. Road noise is very low, space is next to cavernous, and the CUE interface has been easy to use (give or take a couple of inaccurately aimed prods here and there throughout the day). Throw in the looks and good driveability, and the XTS has performed admirably in a day covering 200kph and nearly eight hours.
One last shot at the coast is put to bed…
…and there’s just time for another top up (not the car, us)…
…before starting the schlep home. The sun is setting, which of course means Moe and John are now ogling the sky, and ‘magic hour’. They’re pretty keen to get this shot right…
…but insisted that I finish off our little scrapbook with this one. Apt, don’t you think?
2013 Cadillac XTS | |
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Engine: | V6 / 3564cc |
Power: | 304hp @ 6800rpm |
Torque: | 264lb ft @ 5200rpm |
Transmission: | Six-speed automatic / hydra-Matic 6T70 |
Front suspension: | High performance coil-over strut / hollow direct-acting stabilizer bar / magnetic ride control suspension |
Rear suspension: | Linked “H”-arm with air springs / magnetic ride control |
Brakes: | Ventilated / split / dual-circuit four-wheel-disc with power assist / 345mm (front) / 315mm (rear) |
Wheels: | 20-inch polished aluminum / chrome inserts |
Tyres: | 245/40 R20 / all-season blackwall |
Weight (kerb) | 1877kg |
0-100kph: | N/A |
Top speed: | N/A |