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  • To help members understand the value of this web site March 19, 2024
    I want to share with you all my experiences with this site in the short time I have been here. I bought my 09 XLR less than a year ago. I'm a "car guy" but knew little to nothing about this model. I still know little, but not nothing, thanks to you other members. I […]
  • Battery tray March 18, 2024
    Has anyone replaced a battery tray in the XLR? Is this a difficult job to perform? My tray is missing the bottom nut to receive the hold down clamp bolt and the battery is only held in place by the cables.
  • speaker grill retainer in the seats March 17, 2024
    Has anyone heard of someone reproducing these speaker grill retainers? If so, can you post who has done this and how to get in touch with that individual? I am in need of two cause I am in the middle of replacing my driver side seat back leather. Thanks.
  • Mag Struts March 16, 2024
    I think I know the answer to this after a lot of searching around... but here it goes. 2006 XLR-V and I need to replace the rear struts. Anyone know where these can be located and purchased from? Thank you!
  • Any XLR owners in the Atlanta Area? March 16, 2024
    There are a few car shows in the Atlanta area in which we have a responsibility in SHOWING OFF our classic rides. Let's do our part before there is absolutely NO spare parts at ALL for the XLRs.
  • Sporadically cranks but won’t start March 15, 2024
    I am desperate to find an answer. Only happens sometimes but after driving for awhile and parking it turns over but won’t start. Tow it to dealer and starts after getting off tow truck. Had recent fuel pump replacement still acting up. Thanks

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  • Any XLR owners in the Atlanta Area? March 16, 2024
    There are a few car shows in the Atlanta area in which we have a responsibility in SHOWING OFF our classic rides. Let's do our part before there is absolutely NO spare parts at ALL for the XLRs.
  • Clicking noise on sharp turn March 13, 2024
    When I turn sharply, at low speed, there is a noise that sounds similar to a bad CV joint on a front wheel drive car. Does this sound like a bad wheel bearing?
  • Clicking Noise March 13, 2024
    J hear a clicking noise (mechanical) when turning sharply and slowly (2 mi per). Any suggestions?
  • Paint Protection March 11, 2024
    Was wondering what the concenses is pertaining to having the application of a "Paint Protection System" applied to their vehicles. There are various types i.e. Simonize, Zeibart and some done professionally by the dealers. Adds additional protection from bird droppings, acid rain etc.
  • Fuel tank smell. February 28, 2024
    I've searched here and not 100% sure what my problem is, but there is a fuel smell when tanks are full. I've tried to find and investigate a new fuel tank and they don't seem to be available. Did they get better as the year models got newer? Like is a used 2009 fuel tank […]
  • 2006 XLR Key Fob Programming with Tech II February 17, 2024
    Hello, I am having trouble programming my year appropriate key fobs into my 2006 XLR with my Tech II. I have a 2004 XLR, that is now for parts,, and when it was drivable, I reprogrammed RCDLR to 4 replacement fobs in series with no issues using the rear key slot. I have been through […]

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  • Battery tray March 18, 2024
    Has anyone replaced a battery tray in the XLR? Is this a difficult job to perform? My tray is missing the bottom nut to receive the hold down clamp bolt and the battery is only held in place by the cables.
  • speaker grill retainer in the seats March 17, 2024
    Has anyone heard of someone reproducing these speaker grill retainers? If so, can you post who has done this and how to get in touch with that individual? I am in need of two cause I am in the middle of replacing my driver side seat back leather. Thanks.
  • Sporadically cranks but won’t start March 15, 2024
    I am desperate to find an answer. Only happens sometimes but after driving for awhile and parking it turns over but won’t start. Tow it to dealer and starts after getting off tow truck. Had recent fuel pump replacement still acting up. Thanks
  • ECM Commands to FPCM Help March 14, 2024
    For some reason my Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) output is driving the power to the Fuel Pump Electric Motor into an "off" or disabled state. Does anyone know if the ECM can command the FPCM to place the Fuel Pump in an "off" state? My budget service manual doesn't cover the Fuel Pump System […]
  • driving with hydraulic cylinders and pump module removed March 1, 2024
    Is it possible to drive the car when the 7 hydraulic cylinders and pump module have been removed and sent out for repairs/rebuild?
  • What looks like a bad fuel pump but isn't a bad fuel pump? February 27, 2024
    A few months ago I began to have periodic starting problems on my 2006 XLR. It frequently wouldn't start although the starter would crank. Once it started, it would run fine until the next time I stopped. I had a few mechanics look at it and they couldn't figure out what was wrong. I finally […]

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  • Mag Struts March 16, 2024
    I think I know the answer to this after a lot of searching around... but here it goes. 2006 XLR-V and I need to replace the rear struts. Anyone know where these can be located and purchased from? Thank you!
  • For sale- Intercooler Pressure Fill Adapter GE-47844 for V Supercharger January 26, 2024
    Intercooler Pressure Fill Adapter GE-47844 For sale - reasonable offer accepted. GE-47844 adapts the J-24460 Cooling System Pressure Tester and the GE-47716 Vac N Fill Tool to the 4.6L V engine in the 2006 XLRv. The tool bolts to the top of the supercharger in place of the fill cap. Cooling system pressure testing and […]
  • Floor Mats January 12, 2024
    Looking to replace my Llyod light cashmere floor mats for my 2008 XLR-v . Having trouble finding replacements . Can anyone Help me ?
  • Bumper Filler Panel XLR December 27, 2023
    After slight bump on the rear bumper the shop broke the Bumper Filler Panel when repairing. Discontinued part looking to replace with new or used. Any leads appreciated.
  • stereo volume goes up and down December 22, 2023
    The volume for the stereo goes up and down as we drive. I was told that it might be due to a speed sensitive volume feature. Does the XLR have this feature? How do I turn it off? Thanks
  • 4.4l Engine Maintenance & Refresh December 19, 2023
    Hope this helps anyone who comes across the same project, for ease and reference. After purchasing a '13 Porsche Panamera GTS, it became my daily driver and it was time for the XLR-V to receive long due treatment and pampering. Took it to my trusty corvette mechanic, who's worked on another XLR before and know […]

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  • 08 XLR V lower grill March 14, 2024
    I was wondering if anyone has successfully modified a lower grill from a gen 1 or 2 CTS V to fit in the XLR V ? Or other options that work ? I have recently purchased a 2008 XLR V with a missing lower grill. Holy hell this is a difficult part to allocate OE […]
  • Interior Mod Pictures September 2, 2023
    Just some interior color changes I am playing with, so far I like it!
  • CD changer replacement April 17, 2023
    My CD changer was holding 6 of my favorite cd's hostage, I tried all the tricks, but nothing worked. Once I removed the unit and separated the cd changer from the radio, I was able to disassemble the changer and remove the cd's. Unfortunately I found some teeth missing from one of the gears so […]
  • Northstar Performance April 15, 2023
    Has anyone else had problems with Northstar Performance? I ordered a stage 3 performance PCM with core on 25th September. I haven´t heard anything form them since. I sent them a couple of emails, no answer. I tried to contact the owner on Linkedin, no answer.
  • Camaro OEM wheels fit April 11, 2023
    Wanted to know if the OEM wheels from a 2019 Camaro ZL1 would fit on an XLR? Rim Width: 8.5 front, 9.5 rear Bolt Pattern: 5x120, 5x4.75
  • XLR suspension September 10, 2022
    I'm looking for any info for a kit to replace my shocks, struts, etc. on a 2004 XLR. Magnetic ride control module died and can't seem to find replacement.

RSS Cadillac XLRs For Sale / Wanted

  • 2009 XLR-V for sale February 27, 2024
    This car is black with black interior and has less than 20,000 miles on it. Runs great. Excellent condition. New battery and tires. Always garage kept. $60,000. Located in Delaware.
  • 2008 XLR-V Black in Canada February 25, 2024
    Anxious to sell. Lowering price to CAD $45,000 (USD $33,000) Very rare. Only 2008 XLR-Vs built from 2006 to 2009. Six speed automatic transmission, Northstar 32 valve V8 supercharged engine. 443 hp. Keyless entry, push start, Bose nine speaker, CD DVD navigation system. HUD heads up display. Heated and cooled seats. Never winter driven. Stored […]
  • 2005 XLR Base Shale/Shale February 25, 2024
    My father-in-law was a senior executive with General Motors. He left this car to me when he died a couple of years ago. I can't justify keeping it because even though I love it, I don't get enough time to drive it. We are in Cincinnati, Oh. 49,442 miles. Great condition and beautiful car. Anyone […]
  • 2004 Cadillac XLR for sale San Diego $7,000 February 18, 2024
    2004 Cadillac XLR 124K miles. The car has been in my family for years and unfortunately I need to sell. The car is a great project or can be parted out which is reflected in the asking price. The leather seats and tires are new. The car has passed SMOG. The top is not operating […]
  • Thinking of selling December 5, 2023
    Thinking about selling my 2009. Only 50 made after mine. Less than 19,000 miles and just about as close to perfect as you will find. We are downsizing and don't really have space to keep it any longer. Any ideas what I should be asking? See Link for Photo's Google Photos Home for all your […]
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