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Best Looking Caddy Contest Finalists

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Posted by: Joeychgo

Ok gang........ here are the finalists. So many great cars were entered we decided to list 4 finalists instead of 3. The LVC Staff really fought this one out, I commend all those who entered, it was a tough decision for us to get it down to 4.

The winner will be chosen by all of you. Voting will continue until Tuesday. (due to the 4th holiday I wanted to make sure people had a chance to vote if they access from work) Good luck to all.

Here are the pics submitted by the finalists:

Dave Smed: http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/sho...80&postcount=9

jhbowen: http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/sho...8&postcount=10

CaddyG: http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/sho...9&postcount=16

UNVMYCTS: http://www.lincolnvscadillac.com/sho...5&postcount=14

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

All very nice cars...I cast my vote.

Posted by: mespock

I think they should have to drive them to all our homes and then we get 24hrs to try them out.

Wow all nice rides -

There are no losers in this group!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

No Big deal but how come Dave Smed has a link to a bunch of other pictures of his car and nobody else does. That seems a little unfair especially after all the to do about only having 3 pics.

Posted by: Joeychgo

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

No Big deal but how come Dave Smed has a link to a bunch of other pictures of his car and nobody else does. That seems a little unfair especially after all the to do about only having 3 pics.

Forgive me, I missed that. Fixed now.

Posted by: GrayGhost1

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

No Big deal but how come Dave Smed has a link to a bunch of other pictures of his car and nobody else does. That seems a little unfair especially after all the to do about only having 3 pics.

I've never heard so much baby crying and titty suckin in all my life. It's a contest and not the end of the world.

BTW, nice looking Caddies!

Posted by: Jibit

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrayGhost1

I've never heard so much baby crying and titty suckin in all my life. It's a contest and not the end of the world.

BTW, nice looking Caddies!

:iagree:

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrayGhost1

I've never heard so much baby crying and titty suckin in all my life. It's a contest and not the end of the world.

Hey man, there is no need to be harsh. The guy was just pointing out something that could easily have given the other guy an unfair advantage. Give him a break, it's not hurting anything.

Posted by: 1_XLR

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

Exactly I was just trying to keep things fair. No need to get all cranky. Relax. Buddy. By the way, your exactly right is is just a contest. Contests are supposed to be fair. I think everybody can appreciate that. Believe me I think all these cars are great and I may the best car win

Posted by: Jibit

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

Exactly I was just trying to keep things fair. No need to get all cranky. Relax. Buddy. By the way, your exactly right is is just a contest. Contests are supposed to be fair. I think everybody can appreciate that. Believe me I think all these cars are great and I may the best car win

I may be wrong but I think he was just bustin your

. Nothing more than a bunch of friends giving each other a hard time. Sometimes its hard to determine the tone of voice through writing but I can almost guarantee you that the people of this board are a great bunch of people that don't intend on starting confrontations, they just like to kid around.

mebee

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

I agree! All Love PEEEEEEAAAAAAAACCCCCCCEEEEEEE!

Posted by: Cadillac STS

whoa, i really thought i had a chance..too bad, they all look like granny haulers except the CTS and the STS

Posted by: Sifrino3

Well, thats not good. Not one of them stick out. Like one of the top three in my choice. But if it has to be done. I will pick the old skool!

Posted by: Joeychgo

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshMcMadMac

Hey man, there is no need to be harsh. The guy was just pointing out something that could easily have given the other guy an unfair advantage. Give him a break, it's not hurting anything.

Posted by: MonsterMark

Sorry guys, we did say that we were going to make sure that all the finalists only had 3 pictures each. We messed up, sorry.

As far as picking the cars, I could have easily picked 5 or 6 more. Just like everybody has a favorite color, I think that especially goes for cars. People have favorite types of cars. We wanted to make sure that we had the best representative group of cars. We hope we accomplished that. If not, there will be more contests, trust me.

Posted by: pepperman

There is no harm done, all the cars were great and it was a hard choice but i like the OLD SCHOOL way of things.

mebee

Posted by: codewize

I have to say out of those choices it's tough. I also like the old school and the others are pretty stock, except the convertible. Although all the cars are beautiful the one that holds the most clout in the heritage of Cadillac is obvious.

Just my 2 cents

Posted by: hottweelz

I casted my vote,

Posted by: ShadowLvr400

Huh, well aint that a... Kinda disappointed, but ah well. The guy I thought was gonna be first was in the list at least. I have the feeling that it was the neon lights that killed my chances.

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by codewize

I also like the old school and the others are pretty stock, except the convertible.

What am I missing? The convertible looks bone stock to me.

uestionm

Posted by: mespock

:smilies-3 These are all nice rides

- My thoughts also on the choices

- The Old School stands out -

I do like the Red convertable - Looks very hot. Now if there was a Gorgeous Blonde in there - Well she wouldn't have to be blonde - but Naked would work

I'd have to go with it.

Posted by: Rollinon20s

i casted my vote, but i am disappointed in the choices. since my ride is better than 3 of the cars

Posted by: Rollinon20s

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshMcMadMac

What am I missing? The convertible looks bone stock to me.

uestionm

i feel you. i got the same ride and didnt make the cut

at:

Posted by: 1_XLR

By far the best restored classic is JEANSZOO, Look how much work
went into that car! what's the matter, you boys afraid of pink??

For the most tasteful (no neon!) job with aftermarket products
it would go to UNVMYCTS --Cheater-- Whiner-- Kiss azz!!!

If we voted for the top car that most would want in their driveway,
then the XLR is King!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

Thats cool, No Doubt. I think XLR is a little jealous. Anyway, If it were up to me I would much rather have the CTS-V in my driveway. Don't get me wrong but the XLR is more of a womans car. The CTS-V, now thats a real mans car!

Posted by: Sifrino3

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1_XLR

By far the best restored classic is JEANSZOO, Look how much work
went into that car! what's the matter, you boys afraid of pink??

For the most tasteful (no neon!) job with aftermarket products
it would go to UNVMYCTS --Cheater-- Whiner-- Kiss azz!!!

If we voted for the top car that most would want in their driveway,
then the XLR is King!

I thought your car would have been on the list! I dunno what happened. Its a HOT looking vehical!

Posted by: 1_XLR

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

Thats cool, No Doubt. I think XLR is a little jealous. Anyway, If it were up to me I would much rather have the CTS-V in my driveway. Don't get me wrong but the XLR is more of a womans car. The CTS-V, now thats a real mans car!

Ya, a little jealous. We all want to be winners, especially when it comes to our cars. That's the bond that brings us together

Liking the CTS-V allot. I'm trying to get my brother to buy one so we can trade off when I need the excess room.

Agreed, a womans car......you can't imagine all the women it gets!!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

I'm just bustin chops due to the whining comment. But seriously, I am a big dude and I just can't see Howie Long in that XLR on the cell phone commercials, it doesn't look right. Don't worry rumor has it there is a going to be anew contest. The prettiest caddy contest. You are definitely the fav. HeHeHe!

Posted by: DTSon22s

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cadillac STS

whoa, i really thought i had a chance..too bad, they all look like granny haulers except the CTS and the STS

My DTS looks like a granny hauler???

Posted by: 1_XLR

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

I'm just bustin chops due to the whining comment.

.....but you're OK with Cheater and Kiss Azz?? :fight:

haven't seen the commercial, but I'm 5'9", so I fit just fine.
If you don't "fit", you're missing out on a great ride,
but it's not for everyone
Next time you see one, notice how "pretty" the tail lights are,
cuz you won't see much more than that!!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

No Way, to be honest I think that it is a shame that your ride is not up there. Aside from my own I would pick your ride up the number 1. Nice Work.

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1_XLR

Next time you see one, notice how "pretty" the tail lights are,
cuz you won't see much more than that!!

How fast are they?

Posted by: 1_XLR

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

No Way, to be honest I think that it is a shame that your ride is not up there. Aside from my own I would pick your ride up the number 1. Nice Work.

thanks

Posted by: Sifrino3

2004 Cadi XLR

14.4 sec @ 100mph

0-60 ~ 5.9 sec

Posted by: DTSon22s

Automatically eliminated because his wheels exceed the 18" limit. :wink:

Posted by: Sifrino3

4.6L V8 320Hp
Power ~ 320@6000rpm
Torque ~ 310@4400rpm
Weight ~ 3643lbs

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

Hey XLR I wasn't complimenting your car I was talking about the STS. By the way your car is so

ing fast, 14.4 seconds WOW. C'mon dude you gotta know the facts before you start throwing around numbers.
This is the 04 CTS specs from motor trend.

Motor Trend Magazine:
Test 1 - 3.6 L, V-6, 5 speed Automatic
0-606.40 sec.
1/4 Mile14.92 sec.
60-0 Braking121.00 ft.
IssueAug-03

If you think I would be looking at your "pretty" tailights, your sadly mistaken. By the way I'm not into looking at guys "tailights". Sorry

Posted by: Nick Campagna

My God, what a group! Somebody wins, somebody loses. If you say pick three, then pick three. and let the chips fall. It's not life or death. I love my 76 Eldo, but let's keep the world in perspective.

Posted by: DTSon22s

I don't think 1_XLR threw around any #'s. What just happen?

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

DTS I was just saying how much I liked your ride. I said STS but I meant DTS. OOps. The numbers thing started when XLR was stating how fast his car was and how I would be looking at his tailights. I think Sifrino posted the XLR specs. I was just showing the spec comparison on the CTS and XLR. Simply stated based on specs I wouldn't be looking at the Tailights on the XLR in fact we would probably be neck and neck. Dont you agree!

Posted by: Sifrino3

14.9 vs 14.4 is a good bus length. . .

Posted by: DTSon22s

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

DTS I was just saying how much I liked your ride. I said STS but I meant DTS. OOps. The numbers thing started when XLR was stating how fast his car was and how I would be looking at his tailights. I think Sifrino posted the XLR specs. I was just showing the spec comparison on the CTS and XLR. Simply stated based on specs I wouldn't be looking at the Tailights on the XLR in fact we would probably be neck and neck. Dont you agree!

I see now, I didn't see the posts above where it started.

Posted by: 1_XLR

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

Simply stated based on specs I wouldn't be looking at the Tailights on the XLR in fact we would probably be neck and neck. Dont you agree!

It's not only what you drive, it's how you drive it!

Enjoy your CTS, it's a great ride
I wouldn't trade my XLR for anything....until the XLR-V in 2006

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

I agree!

When You get the XLR-V I'll race you with my CTS_V lol

FRIENDS? :beer:

Posted by: Sifrino3

You already giving up. This is no good bickering. You little school kids I don't see no teacher around. Lets get bickering or have the best Lincoln face off against the soon to be best Cadi! What ya think? I know, I know. Lincoln would easily win. But wouldn't it be worth it!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

My dad is tougher then your dad!

Posted by: Sifrino3

I seen your Daddy driving a Lincoln!!!

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Sifrino, thanks for the numbers. For a stock luxury car, mid 14's is pretty quick.

My student slept with your honor student!

Posted by: 1_XLR

Hey, when he was confused about check'n out my taillights,
and wanted to be neck 'n neck, I knew it was time to bail!!

Posted by: Sifrino3

Little girly cadi owner! Bailing whenever things get tough!

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sifrino3

Little girly cadi owner! Bailing whenever things get tough!

Such an instigator. You should be put in time out!

Posted by: Sifrino3

No, no, no! I don't want to look into the corner for ten!

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

Hey XLR you just couldnt leave well enough alone. Heres the pic of me she wanted. Do me a favor and give it to you know who she wants to put it under her pillow. By the way she said she like the CTS better then the XLR. It is more of a mans car.

Remeber you can dish it so I hope you can take it

Posted by: Sifrino3

Posted by: K2K

I have to stick with my Seville roots for this one, although I'm a bit surprised at the finalists

Posted by: Sifrino3

Hey Cadillac owners. Do you ever look at the top of the page and wounder why Lincoln is before Cadillac? Also, it says Class, Style, and Attitude. Well, you got it right. Lincoln does have class and style. While Cadillac owners always have a bad Attitude. Its not that bad being in second place is it!? Hahaha

Im just trying to put the "VS" in this website. Since it is Lincoln Vs. Cadillac.

Posted by: UNVMYCTS

Me too. I'm just playin. Slow day at work so I figured why not spice it up. XLR I really do like your ride. It's probably the nicest caddy here. No hard feelings after all I am a Kizz Azz right? No hard feelings I hope.

arty:

Posted by: Sifrino3

Quote:

Originally Posted by UNVMYCTS

It's probably the nicest caddy here. :

I thought so too!

Posted by: 1_XLR

It's all good! Thanks guys

I'm off for vacation now for a week....so don't think I wimped out!

BTW: I'm sure you noticed MY CAR pictured in front of
"Class, Style and Attitude"

Posted by: Sifrino3

You don't have to run away. Just get off the site. Thats good enough. hahaha

Posted by: mespock

Go

DaveSmed

Posted by: barry2952

The old school Caddy is worth more today than when it was new. Do any of you really think that any of your current Cadillacs or Lincolns will be worth anything when they are that old? Todays cars lack the basics of styling and leave most emotionless when we look at them. You may not like that model, but you sure know what it is. Todays cars lack presence.

My $ .02

Barry1956 Continental Mark II convertible

Posted by: Nick Campagna

Hey Barry, nicely said. V.Nice Mark II
Old School Rules.

Posted by: DTSon22s

I love old cars and the majority of the cars I've owned have been 60's or older. The most recent being a 1950 Split Window bug that I just sold. I just don't want to drive them everyday. I know my new Cadillac will never compare in value with an old school, but I would never drive my 50's, 60's Cadillac to work everyday either.

Posted by: barry2952

I drive my old car everywhere. We drove it to Cincinnati for the Ault Park Concourse three weeks ago and drove it to the Bay Harbor Concours two weekends ago.

Barry

1956 Continental Mark II convertible

Posted by: DTSon22s

As I said, to work everyday...

Posted by: barry2952

Sorry, misunderstood.

Posted by: DTSon22s

Quote:

Originally Posted by barry2952

Sorry, misunderstood.

I didn't mean to sound rude Barry. Conversations over the Internet can sometimes be taken the wrong way and/or misunderstood. Your Mark II is AWESOME and I love that color. Although I can't figure out what color it is. Is everything correct?

Posted by: Revoh

Quote:

Originally Posted by DTSon22s

That car is more special than most of us even know. They hardly built any Mark II's like that anyway, and they really didn't build any convertibles, but for a couple of original coachbuilt conversions. Saying it's awesome is an understatement. It's rare that a guy with a car like that one logs in on a messageboard.

Posted by: DTSon22s

:iagree:

Posted by: Cadillac STS

Quote:

Originally Posted by DTSon22s

:iagree:

i meant the finalists

and of course your car is a granny hauler..well the DHS is..so is the SLS

Posted by: Joeychgo

Just a little reminder............ In case you all forgot.........

THis site is called Lincoln vs Cadillac - Not STS vs DTS vs CTS vs CLassic Cadillac.

Posted by: sergmark

ok I have voted may the best Caddy win LOL.

Posted by: Sifrino3

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeychgo

Just a little reminder............ In case you all forgot.........

THis site is called Lincoln vs Cadillac - Not STS vs DTS vs CTS vs CLassic Cadillac.

Posted by: codewize

I agree this is getting out of control but hey it's still fun.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeychgo

Just a little reminder............ In case you all forgot.........

THis site is called Lincoln vs Cadillac - Not STS vs DTS vs CTS vs CLassic Cadillac.

Posted by: codewize

Well I have to say that I do. First gen STS? I don't know maybe I'm dreaming but it has to be worth something.

Barry I would first like to compliment on the Mark II. That is a very sweet ride and in exceptional condition. Are all the numbers right? Is it a resto or original? It sounds like it's quite the rarity.

I also agree with the lack of presence. I actually wrote a letter to Cadillac when they started changing the body style, basically saying the same thing. 10 years ago when you saw a car on the road you knew what it was, especailly a Cadillac. Now they all kind of blend.

My hats off to you. Nice car.

Quote:

Originally Posted by barry2952

The old school Caddy is worth more today than when it was new. Do any of you really think that any of your current Cadillacs or Lincolns will be worth anything when they are that old? Todays cars lack the basics of styling and leave most emotionless when we look at them. You may not like that model, but you sure know what it is. Todays cars lack presence.

My $ .02

Barry1956 Continental Mark II convertible

Posted by: mespock

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeychgo

Just a little reminder............ In case you all forgot.........

THis site is called Lincoln vs Cadillac - Not STS vs DTS vs CTS vs CLassic Cadillac.

But most of all we love our cars. -

Go DaveSmed -

Posted by: barry2952

Thanks for your interest in my Mark II. It is true that Ford didn't build the convertibles but there were two that were commissioned by Ford. Mine was built first, in December of 1955 and the other, more famous, Mark II was first shown at the Texas State Fair in 1955.

My car is registered as a Certified Custom with the Lincoln and Continental Owners Club. It was authenticated by a former Hess & Eisenhardt production manager.

Everything is as original except the color. The previous owner bought the leather for the interior and had the paint mixed to match. It is not a stock color. It is somewhat green in bright sunlight and changes to deep blue in the shade. People comment most about the styling and second about the color.

We have been in seven Concours d'Elegance shows and have taken eight awards. The three major awards were "Autmotive Design of Exceptional Merit" from Eyes on Design 2003 in Warren MI, the "Willard Hess Award for Design Excellence" at Ault Park 2004 in Cincinnati, Ohio and "Most Elegant Motorcar" at the Bay Harbor Concours 2004 near Charlevoix, MI.

My wife and I are art collectors and we bought this car as a piece of rolling sculpture with no intention of showing it. We were encouraged by the LCOC to bring it out and expose the public to it. This car has created a whole new social life for us and the best part is the consistantly nice people we encounter.

Please visit my web site for the whole story on this car and to view some of our other toys.

Barry's toys

Posted by: codewize

Except Cadillac doesn't make convertibles

, Well a few in the past but nothing current.

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoshMcMadMac

What am I missing? The convertible looks bone stock to me.

uestionm

Posted by: DaveSmed

I've been keeping quiet, but I must say, barry2952's car is beautiful! Of course, shouldn't that been acknowledged in the Best looking Lincoln contest?

Posted by: K2K

Quote:

Originally Posted by codewize

Except Cadillac doesn't make convertibles

, Well a few in the past but nothing current.

Isn't the XLR convertible?

Other than that, true, but there are customs of course, I saw a convertible CTS the other day.

Back in '93 there was a convertible Alanté.

Posted by: barry2952

Thanks for the kudos. I was in the Lincoln contest and lost by a hair.

Mark II convertible

Posted by: MonsterMark

Now that boat, that's something we can talk about. Very nice.

Posted by: Sifrino3

That picture is picture perfect!

Posted by: Sifrino3

How come we only have 42 voters and just today we had 52 people sign on. Why don't you people vote! And for you visitors. Sign in! Or sign up! Which ever!

Posted by: Sifrino3

Whens 10:37? Im here on the 6th. Whats going on. . .

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sifrino3

Whens 10:37? Im here on the 6th. Whats going on. . .

uestionm

Posted by: Sifrino3

Huh, I only speak english. . .

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sifrino3

Huh, I only speak english. . .

I was thinking the same thing. I guess the question mark smilie is displeased with me. That's what my last post was, or was supposed to be.

Posted by: Sifrino3

Yeah right, Bad Word. . .

Posted by: Revoh

Quote:

Originally Posted by barry2952

Thanks for the kudos. I was in the Lincoln contest and lost by a hair.

Which is just nuts if you ask me.

Posted by: barry2952

Thanks. Maybe if we had the extra days, like this contest, the outcome might have been different. Then again, maybe not. Old School Rules!! Nice job DaveSmed!!!

Mark II convertible

Posted by: Sifrino3

I love them pictures. . .

Posted by: barry2952

I'd post more but I wouldn't want to steal the thunder from the Best Looking Caddy contest.

Mark II convertible

Posted by: DTSon22s

I don't mind the pictures...

Posted by: Sifrino3

Quote:

Originally Posted by barry2952

I'd post more but I wouldn't want to steal the thunder from the Best Looking Caddy contest.

Mark II convertible

What contest. . .

Posted by: mespock

:P
:beer:

Hats off to the Winner - Dave Smed - Nice Ride

Posted by: JoshMcMadMac

Congratulations Dave!

Posted by: Sifrino3

Congrats!

Posted by: sergmark

Congradulations Dave great looking ride

arty:

Posted by: DaveSmed

Thanks a bunch! Wow, who woulda thought, with so many nice rides.....

Hmm, now what does it need? (runs off to RSM's Website)

Posted by: mespock

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveSmed

Thanks a bunch! Wow, who woulda thought, with so many nice rides.....

Hmm, now what does it need? (runs off to RSM's Website)

Get a Lincoln

LOL

See what you can do with it.

Posted by: DaveSmed

Dealing with one Ford is enough of a pain! :tongue: It's not even mine and i'm working on this thing constantly... http://www.smedco.net/scott/ Fun to play with though...

However, Ill take my 472 any day...

Posted by: mespock

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaveSmed

Dealing with one Ford is enough of a pain! :tongue: It's not even mine and i'm working on this thing constantly... http://www.smedco.net/scott/ Fun to play with though...

However, Ill take my 472 any day...

So would I

Posted by: Revoh

Corn grat u lations!!!

arty:

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