GOODBYE CADILLAC ELR

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This video marks the farewell of the Cadillac ELR from the Out of Spec Dave collection. The host reflects on his ownership experience, highlighting the ELR's striking design and its status as a rare piece of automotive history, with only 2,900 units produced, including just 543 in the 2016 model year. He notes that while the car was purchased for $13,995 and incurred about $1,600 in additional costs (tires, wipers, oil change, and a $250 diagnostic for non-functional heated seats), it was sold for $16,000 on eBay, resulting in a break-even for him. The host expresses surprise at the selling price, given the car's unique appeal and low mileage (around 17,400 miles during his ownership). He praises the car's luxurious interior, including the full leather dash and burlwood accents, and its sophisticated Voltec technology, lamenting its discontinuation by GM. The new owner, Roger, who previously owned Teslas, purchased the ELR for local driving and plans to address minor issues like the Q system screen and seat repair. The host wishes Roger a safe journey to Ohio and expresses hope for the ELR's future.