Cadillac’s latest move to expand its bespoke offerings has performance enthusiasts taking notice — and wondering if Corvette might be next. The automaker has launched an “extremely limited” customization program for the CT5-V Blackwing, allowing buyers to create one-of-a-kind super sedans with hand-applied paint and tailor-made interiors.
The initiative, known as the “Curated” program, lets owners choose from over 160 exterior colors and countless interior materials, all handled at Cadillac’s Artisan Center within the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. Each vehicle will be assembled with direct oversight from a personal concierge, ensuring that color combinations and design choices align with Cadillac’s ultra-premium standards. The program builds on the brand’s 20th Anniversary celebration of its V-Series performance line and draws inspiration from the bespoke craftsmanship behind the $340,000 Cadillac Celestiq.
The CT5-V Blackwing, equipped with a supercharged LT4 V8 producing 668 horsepower, has already become a cult favorite among driving purists for its blend of manual transmission performance and luxury refinement. Now, with the Curated treatment, customers can push exclusivity even further — though at a significant cost. The program’s entry price climbs roughly 60 percent from the Blackwing’s $97,600 base, pushing the total to about $158,000 for a fully personalized build.
While the limited-production nature of the CT5-V Blackwing makes such a program feasible, enthusiasts are clamoring for similar options for Corvette buyers. The mid-engined C8 has successfully elevated Chevrolet’s halo car into the supercar arena, but the lack of bespoke customization — akin to Porsche’s “Paint to Sample” or Ferrari’s Tailor Made programs — remains a noticeable gap.
However, scaling that concept across Corvette’s massive production numbers poses challenges. Cadillac built fewer than 2,000 CT5-V Blackwings in 2022, while Chevrolet produced over 53,000 Corvettes in 2023, including the Z06. Yet, with the upcoming 1,250-horsepower ZR1X expected to rival six-figure European exotics, the possibility of offering Corvette customers a true one-of-one build doesn’t seem out of reach.
For now, the Curated CT5-V Blackwing signals a return to handcrafted luxury at General Motors — and perhaps a preview of what could someday extend to America’s most iconic sports car.