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The CTS-V 2nd Generation was the redemption car for Cadillac (and dare I say GM). It was the best of all or most things automotive: Combining the technological advances of GM, with the brute force and the great soundtrack of the legendary v8, and with very good luxury features and better than average fit and finish. The CTS V put both Mercedes and BMW on notice that GM is now playing for keeps! While we don't necessarily own the ultra exotic market (Rolls Royce, Bentley, Ferrari), for the most part GM has gained newfound respect with their improved car lines in the Cadillac, Buick and Chevrolet lines. This is one of those rare times that I actually would prefer a Chevrolet, Cadillac or GM truck over a typical Japanese or European luxury vehicle.

If you value content, engineering and performance then this is a great time to buy an American car, as it seems that there is a lot to choose from. American cars still have a way to go in order to compete more soundly with the "Status" set, but for pure automotive content and performance I feel that GM, and to a broader extent, Ford and Chrysler have what it takes to satisfy my wants in terms of a high content vehicle.