Never produced 1st generation Cadillac CTS versions

Cadillac had big plans for the all new CTS  back in 2002.

After flops like the Cimarron and Catera, they needed a real small Cadillac that was more than just a rebadged Chevy or Opel.

The CTS was a big project. And Cadillac wanted to compete with BMW and Audi on all fronts.

The coupe seen above was never produced (although we got a coupe with the second generation)

But it really looked very nice. Especially the top photo.

 They also had planned a wagon. Again, going against Audi and BMW.
Which means they had probably planned the CTS to be sold in Europe as well.

My favorite is this convertible version.
Which, I think, still looks great today. Almost 20 years later.
A simple, classy and modern design. Something we basically don't see anymore...