Cadillac Catera
Cadillac's rebadged German Opel Omega was a rear-wheel-drive sedan meant to rival European imports in the late '90s. It's now an affordable and quirky collectible, with a small market that pays a huge premium for pristine, low-mileage examples.
Find one with Spotter →Typical sold price of a Cadillac Catera ranges from $1,965 to $22,199, based on 22 sales tracked on Hypercars. 3 currently for sale.
The Cadillac Catera was GM's attempt to fight European sport sedans in the late 1990s. It's a rebadged German-built Opel Omega MV6, equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 and rear-wheel drive. The car is famous for its "Caddy that zigs" marketing campaign featuring a cartoon duck, which failed to connect with its intended younger, import-driving audience. It was sold from 1997 to 2001 and was ultimately replaced by the more successful CTS.
Collectibility for the Catera is niche, appealing to enthusiasts of '90s curiosities and brand completists. Most were driven daily and discarded, so finding a well-preserved, low-mileage example is difficult. The Catera Sport, introduced in 1999, is the most desirable variant, offering better seats and suspension tuning. These cars represent an unusual chapter for Cadillac before it found its footing with the Art & Science design language.
The market for the Catera is small and thin, with very few transactions. While most examples trade for under $10,000, the huge spread between the low and high sales shows the premium placed on condition. The $26,000 sale of a 2001 model in 2023 demonstrates that a market exists for immaculate, time-capsule cars, but these are extreme outliers.
Buying Tips
- The 3.0L V6 uses a timing belt that requires changing every 60,000 miles. It's an interference engine, so a snapped belt will destroy the valves. Verify its last replacement.
- Check for oil leaks from the valve cover gaskets and oil cooler, which are common failure points.
- Test all electronics thoroughly. Dash information displays, power windows, and ABS/traction control modules can be problematic.
- The cooling system can be a weak spot. Inspect the radiator, hoses, and water pump for leaks or signs of past overheating.
- Seek out the 1999-2001 Catera Sport. It's the most engaging to drive and features sport seats, a spoiler, and upgraded wheels.
Prices for sold examples have ranged from $1,313 for project cars to $26,000 for exceptional, low-mileage survivors.
22 Cadillac Catera vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 3 currently live. Sold prices range from $1,313 to $26,000.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Cadillac Catera cost?
Based on 22 sales tracked on Hypercars, Cadillac Catera prices typically range from $1,965 to $22,199. There are 3 currently for sale.
How many Cadillac Catera listings are for sale right now?
There are 3 Cadillac Catera listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.