Cadillac Celestiq

"Interesting, very, very interesting" as Arte Johnson might say. 

....this vehicle was discussed at length months ago. Being a Cadillac fan, I'm thrilled to see it although this one car won't, by itself, reestablish Cadillac's "Standard of the World"  status (which may be lost forever...only time will tell ) it is, however, a step in the right direction. The styling is meant to be polarizing and anyone who criticizes the car should first view some video clips.

The technology composition (the standard by which all luxury cars are now measured  ) of this vehicle is astonishing. I have no doubt sales goals will be met. Love it or hate it, this type of American ultra-luxury-class vehicle is LONG overdue!  It's about time America got back in the game and once again competed with the likes of Rolls Royce, Maybach, Bently and ultra-high-end Mercedes & BMWs. 

....and best of all, it's a Cadillac. 😎 

@chris, I agree. Yes, the design is polarizing. But so are Rolls Royce's and Bentley's designs, particularly Rolls Royce.

We haven't seen a handmade Cadillac since the Eldorado Brougham of 1961. That car was also far out of the reach of even the typical Cadillac buyer back then. The buyer in this market segment generally has two motivations; to make a statement and to ride in opulence. Cadillac is aiming for the guy who can afford to spend a quarter to a half million dollars on a unique and distinctive car. Each Celestiq will be commissioned and made to order. You're probably never going to see one on a showroom floor.

This is something that is part of Cadillac's heritage. None of their handmade cars sold well. But everyone knew what they stood for. I applaud GM for being bold and decisive. That they are using Lenny Kravtiz as a spokesman says volumes about who Cadillac sees as its target market. These are relatively young, highly successful, discerning customers who are looking to make a lifestyle statement. 

Seldom wrong and right again John! 😀 

I'm glad to see Cadillac taking a swing at this market segment and hope they can reach their sales goals. IMO Rolls and Bentley's current offerings are pitifully ugly as compared to this rendering. I would love nothing more than to see Cadillac once again become the standard of the world which they gave away years ago. Having said that, it's going to have to be a constant effort on GMs part to achieve  that goal and not an occasional shot.

@bob-jackman, well said!

I wonder when we will have a Stamp 1/43 scale model of this car?

Even though I've left the 1/18 collection hobby... If AutoArt makes one, I'm in !

Based on all the current 1/18 modern diecast Cadillacs available, including concepts such as the Escala, production vehicles such as the Lyriq and all (except Escalade ) of the 2023 line-up, including the few I own....  I'd say chances of seeing a 1/18 diecast Cadillac Celestiq are all but a mathematical certainty.

Hmm, I'm willing to roll the dice...if it's affordable... Or might we have to 'commission' one..?

Steve 

@100ford2003 $340K is a chunk of change for sure, but I dare say many of this Forum's contributors probably have a few hundred thousand in "regular cars"  just sitting in the driveway.

A couple of well-equipped F-Series pickups or Rams, or one or two Dodge HEMI Hellcats or Shelby Mustangs, Land Rovers or Corvettes... How about one Escalade and a Mercedes or Navigator?

@chris 

Not us, two Honda Civics, one coupe and one sedan.

Posted by: @ed-davis

@chris 

Not us, two Honda Civics, one coupe and one sedan.

Well, Hondas are great cars to get you to where you're going, but a Cadillac tells people you have arrived.

Mr. Davis, we have new Cadillacs in every price range, please ....have a seat. May I get you a cup of coffee or tea? When I return, we'll talk about the colors you chose, and I'll highlight the EZ terms of your new Cadillac financing.

Here's a brand-new pen just for you.... please sign here, here and here. Congratulations Mr. Davis.

@jkuvakas Hi John, In Knightsbridge, this spring, I saw a matte black Rolls Royce 4 x 4 with black lady of ecstasy! As it is, Sloane Street seems deserted these days as much of the property is owned as third or even fourth residences and I suspect there'll easily be 500 people who would buy a couture Cadillac - even as a third or fourth car. In such circumstances, novelty can be as worthwhile as a classic design - I guess