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# Mob Boss Coupes
The Cadillac CTS-V Black Diamond Edition is Dark and Dangerously Fast

By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-02-07 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-cts-v-black-diamond-edition
References: [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2011/02/02/2011-cadillac-cts-v-black-diamond-edition-unveiled/) & [cadillac](http://www.cadillac.com/)

The American luxury automaker is back with their cream of the crop, the [Cadillac](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cadillac-v) CTS-V Black Diamond Edition. Starting at $70,000 and producing 556 brake horsepower, this car is the [fastest mass production American luxury coupe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-century).

The Cadillac CTS-V Black Diamond Edition features a one-of-a-kind paint job, 19” rims covering the [Brembo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducati) brakes, and of course, tons of other amenities you’d expect with a finely built Cadillac vehicle. If you are a successful and powerful individual, nothing will make you feel as good as this supercharged beast.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.3/10
- Popularity: 86% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Luxury Car Customization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering personalized and unique paint jobs and customization options to cater to the individual preferences of luxury car buyers.
- **High-performance Electric Vehicles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing electric luxury coupe models that combine power, performance, and sustainability to tap into the growing market of eco-conscious, speed enthusiasts.
- **Ultra-luxury Vehicle Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating exclusive and high-end accessories, such as rims, brakes, and interior features, specifically designed for ultra-luxury vehicles to cater to the desires of affluent car enthusiasts.

### Where This Applies

- **Automotive Customization:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offering specialized customization services for luxury car owners who seek to differentiate themselves and express their unique style through personalized modifications.
- **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Establishing a premium electric vehicle manufacturing brand that focuses on delivering high-performance luxury coupes with the added benefit of zero emissions and sustainability.
- **Luxury Car Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and producing exquisite and exclusive accessories, both functional and aesthetic, specifically tailored for ultra-luxury vehicles to cater to the discerning tastes of affluent customers.

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