ARE FINS BACK AT CADILLAC?

Consider the evidence: the new Cadillac CT5 unveiled at the New York Motor Show earlier this year certainly appears to be sprouting some tail-lights that at least give a nod to the brand’s famous fins of the Forties, Fifties and Sixties. In an interview with GM Authority, Cadillac design chief Andrew Smith explained that the inner lighting graphic on the 2020 Cadillac CT5’s tail-lights was inspired by the tailfins of classic Cadillacs. The inner lighting design runs up from the rear bumper and arcs horizontally into the rear fender with an L-shaped curve, mimicking the shape and curvature of a classic Cadillac tailfin.

This subtle feature may not be as prominent as the in-your-face tailfins on vehicles like the 1959 Cadillac but this small design element contributes to the unique look that sets the CT5 apart from the rest of the luxury four-door segment. There’s another minor design detail in the tail-lights in the way of a transparent Cadillac crest, which is mounted towards

Footballers haven’t been sitting idle while waiting for the Premier League to kick off again, with some even using the time to put their cars up for sale. Auto Trader, the UK’s largest digital marketplace for new and used cars, has a number of luxury cars previously owned by famous footballers, including Vincent Kompany’s Ford Mustang, which is up for an eye-watering £49,499. Reminiscent of the Transformers Bumblebee, Vincent Kompany’s limited edition Ford Mustang Shelby GT-California is one of just 215 made. The former Manchester City footballer is the only previous owner of the 4.6-litre the front-most section of the light that stretches into the rear fender. This crest is complemented by tiny Cadillac badges on the door handles – yet another small add-on that contributes to the overall attention to detail. manual car, which has just 3000 miles on the clock.

It’s been fitted with a Ford Racing Power Upgrade Package, and superbly finished in Grabber Orange. Auto Trader’s Rory Reid says: “Auto Trader continues to be the go-to destination for footballers looking for a change of wheels, particularly in the lead up to the Premier League restarting. This year highlights the continued popularity for SUVs among Premier League stars, with the likes of Range Rovers continuing to take the top spots.” For other celebrity cars, visit: www.autotrader.co.uk/content/ collections/celebrity-cars.