2001 Cadillac Catera Consumer Reviews

2001 Cadillac Catera

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2001 Cadillac Catera

Kelley Blue Book Retail $2,725  

Average Rating

3.3 out of 5
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Comfort:4.2 out of 5
Performance:3.9 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.0 out of 5
Interior Design:4.2 out of 5
Value for the Money:3.8 out of 5
Reliability:3.2 out of 5

7 out of 12 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Worst car I have ever owned

by Driver
from | July 25, 2011

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(1)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"i really liked the looks and comfort but it is always broke down.Check Cadillac Catera owners forum.These cars are nothing but trouble."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

Primary use for this car: N/A


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BEST CAR I EVER BOUGHT

by pamperedgirl83
from moreno valley, ca | April 27, 2011

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(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I got this car used with 68k on it. It has been almost a year and I have put almost 15k more on it and have put about $800 into the car. I knew when we bought the car that we would have to do repairs soon after since on the car fax there was only regular maintenance no repairs. When you buy an older used car you have to expect to do repairs. I will not trade this car for any new car out there...its just the right size and its so comfortable. I'm going to drive this car into the ground!!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

needed repairs every 6 months

by rlm colorado
from Colorado Springs, Colorado | October 12, 2010

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(1)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 2 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"Bought car used with low miles. After 6 months it needed repairs and there after numerous times. I was sold on the looks and styling of the car. but it is a maintenance nightmare. parts are very expensive and hard to find. the car is german made. Opal. If you dont mind spending money on repairs, then heres your car. Hopefully my mistake will not happen to others. even if you google this car you will find numerous others with problems."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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4 out of 5 found this review helpful

Avoid this car!!

by Boycott GM
from Monterey, Ca | February 7, 2010

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(1)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 1 out of 5
Handling: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 2 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Features: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"Parts are hard to get, not to mention expensive, and the mechanical problems are plentiful. I regret buying this car, mostly for the credit card debt accumulated trying to keep it running and the fact I had to sell it to a dismantler after 10 months of ownership because I could not sell it. Worst decision I've made, hopefully you will avoid it too."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

Love it till it hits100000 then walk away

by Car Man
from NJ | January 3, 2009

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Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 3 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 3 out of 5
Reliability: 3 out of 5

"I loved the car and would have driven it forever but when it hit 100K almost to the day the electronics fell apart. Nothing worked from the dash to the engine and nobody knows how to work on this car ?nobody?. So if you find one running good and real cheap buy it and enjoy if it starts acting up dump it don?t waste money trying to fix it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Catera Solid Car

by Caddy Fan
from Denver, CO | December 30, 2008

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(5)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I've had my Catera for almost 5 years and it's been a great car. I really like the styling and it's fun to drive. It does surprisingly well in snow and ice considering it is RWD. I've had to put some money into repairing the traction control, battery cables, and oil level sensors - but that was all under warranty. All in all, this car has been very reliable."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

A very good first car

by Mike
from LI Ny | July 19, 2008

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(4)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I have been driving the car the past 6 months and it has been trouble free. Power is just right(7.1 sec for 0-60 is fine for me), and i personally like the interior and the exterior. My only complaints would be leg room for everyone in the car(im 6 3 and im VERY cramped), and that premium gas is recomended even though i cant figure out why. Other then this the car makes a great first car and college car. I would not however recomend it to an adult since it does not live up to the cadillac name and makes you wishing for more. Just hope you find a good one."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Couldn't have made a better choice.

by Chevy
from Chicago,IL | January 22, 2007

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Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 3 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I bought My 2001 catera used with 42,000 miles on it, it's just like new! I made an excellent used car choice."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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3 out of 4 found this review helpful

good before 100000miles

by love sport and luxury
from dallas, texas | December 13, 2006

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Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 3 out of 5
Handling: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"it looks good and everything is just perfect,but just aske yourself why its doesn't cost so much, this car loose value so fast, so if you looking for something to keep forever buy it but keep money in saving for repaire once it get 100000mile it's good for trash, but if you need something to trade later on wrong way i am talking from experience, girl will come with because it look good"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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Best car ever

by Screw sport ot all about luxery
from Chicago | June 3, 2006

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(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Handling: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Features: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"The caddie is the god of all cars and always will be! It's inside is the best by all and the style is just so sleak and sweet. It has everything a person would want. Not a kids car (teens) LOL"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: N/A


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