The CADILLAC XLR (2005-07) 2DR CONVERTIBLE 4.6 V8 320 AUTO5 is a rare, two-seat luxury sports convertible, rather than a practical family car. Its folding hard roof gives open-air appeal with more coupe-like security when closed, while automatic transmission and a smooth V8 suit relaxed long-distance driving. In the UK, it sits well outside mainstream choices, attracting buyers seeking something distinctive. mycarcheck.com records are limited: seven look-ups cover three distinct VINs, so figures are indicative, not definitive. Across them, average private-sale value is £6,300, recorded mileage averages 73,000, and annual mileage is about 4,000. The average keeper count is 7.7, a notably high figure that makes checking each car’s history especially worthwhile. Best suited to enthusiasts seeking a weekend cruiser, it feels rarer than a Mercedes SL or Jaguar XK, but upkeep may be less straightforward. It is no economy choice: check history and condition, then enjoy its American character.