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2011 Cadillac Ciel Concept

Thursday, September 8, 2011


The Concept Cadillac Sky - pronounced "CL", the French translation of the sky - is a four-seater convertible that opens a new chapter in the design of Cadillac and rising product, pushing the art of the brand and the philosophy of science in a new layer. Heaven is a new expression of the historical grandeur of Cadillac, and a celebration of the open-top driving.

"Great Luxury Cadillac innate expression and the sky, remember that heritage, while suggesting that the brand can go in the future," said Clay Dean, global design director for Cadillac. "Luxury is driven by the authentic experience, not just products, and the sky is the travel experience."
Concept Cadillac Sky is a spacious and elegant grand gesture that explores themes of exploration of the behavior of Cadillac's flagship high-end luxury. It is powered by a twin-turbo 3.6-liter direct-injection V-6 engine, coupled with a hybrid system powered by lithium-ion battery.
Coastal Inspiration

Driving the California Highway 1 in an open car when the sun goes down, Big Sur north of Monterey, is a mobile team Ciel type expected during design.

"It is Heaven on the romance of the training," said Dean. "It emulates the grand tour cars seen on the greens of Pebble Beach, but with a modern twist that the draft vision for the future of Cadillac ".
The four-door Cadillac Ciel cover the social aspects of the concept of free travel, with ample space for two couples. It evokes the spirit of the classics from a long, superficial part. The French-style doors are rear-hinged rear doors on the guarantees - no B-pillar - to reveal sweeping views of the interior drama. The difference between a fender lines running from nose to tail, and bright nickel accents of work products for body care, to improve the visual length of the car, and respect for the Cadillac Touring Cars from the past.