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Started by 13912, August 29, 2014, 08:03:56 PM

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13912

I have been investigating the purchase of an XLR & have found very few in Southern California where I live. When I finally find one that meets my criteria- 2008 or 09, black exterior, under 40K miles, preferably from  the west, southwest, pacific northwest -  I plan to have a professional inspection company evaluate the car. My major concern is evaluating the Northstar engine. Any guidance on experience with the engine of that era & what to look for would be much appreciated.
Bob

Chris Cummings

Bob,

Google the specifically XLR-centered online forums, and read them.  There's a lot of good advice on what to look for and how to make sure you get a satisfactory ownership experience.  And there are a lot of helpful owners and enthusiasts who can help if you have a problem.

Hope that helps,

Chris Cummings

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76eldo

By 07-08 the Northstar engine was sorted out.
I know a Cadillac factory tech that specializes in Northstars.

Make sure the car is fully warmed up and do a few full throttle runs with the car and see if it heats up.
Gauge should remain in the middle.

Check for oil leaks.

Brian
Brian Rachlin
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Believe 93 was the first year for the North* engine?  By the mid-2000's, the bugs were resolved and there is not a big worry about the reliability of the block.
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