I am also a newbie...In 2004 I purchased a CTS. I put a V grille on it and added premium wheels. I wanted to get a V in 2008, but that was the year they didn't make it. For a a year and a half I looked at images, articles, and Youtube for the 2009 V. I couldn't wait to order one in the first week of Jan. 2009. I biggest problem was what color to order. My last 10 cars have been white and V has never come in white. When I found out that it was coming in Diamond white it was like hitting the lottery. I ordered it with a 6 speed, recardo seats, Navagation, ansd sunroof. The car is unreal! I gave the 2004 to my wife!:)

Welcome, I also have the white.