2012 CADILLAC SRX

2012 Cadillac SRX Premium Collection – FWD • Two Damage Events • 21 Service Records • 135k Miles

This 2012 SRX Premium is a clean‑title luxury crossover with a strong maintenance history, two long‑term owners, and a CARFAX‑rated Good Reliability profile. With 21 service records, multiple major maintenance services, and consistent registration history across Illinois and Indiana, it’s a well‑documented example of Cadillac’s popular midsize SUV.

Vehicle Highlights

• VIN: 3GYFNCE35CS508536

• Engine: 3.6L V6 DOHC

• Drivetrain: Front‑Wheel Drive

• Trim: Premium Collection

• Mileage:135,671

• Owners: 2 (Illinois → Indiana)

• Accident in 2012 (sideswipe)

• Minor damage in 2019

• No airbag deployment

• No structural damage reported

• Good reliability rating (CARFAX forecast)

Accident & Damage History

Event 1 — 09/04/2012

• Sideswipe collision

• Damage to front, right front, right side

• Airbags did not deploy

• No structural damage reported

Event 2 — 09/19/2019

• Minor damage

• Damage to front

• No airbag deployment

Both events are low‑severity and occurred years apart, with no structural or airbag involvement.

Ownership Timeline

Owner 1 (2011–2017) – Illinois

• Averaged 9,112 miles/year

• Serviced at Napleton Cadillac & Arrowhead Cadillac

• Multiple fluid flushes, alignments, and inspections

• Passed emissions repeatedly

• Mileage at sale: 46,617

Owner 2 (2017–2026) – Indiana

• Averaged 10,136 miles/year

• Regular oil changes at Valvoline, Tire Barn, Garber Chevrolet

• Passed emissions in 2018, 2020, 2022

• A/C compressor replaced in 2025

• Battery/charging system checks

• Mileage at last entry: 135,671

Mileage progression is clean and consistent.

Service & Maintenance History

This SRX has one of the most complete maintenance trails for its age:

• Oil & filter changes performed regularly

• Brake fluid flushes

• Transmission fluid flushed

• Power steering fluid flushed

• Coolant flushed

• A/C compressor replaced (2025)

• Battery replaced

• Throttle body cleaned

• Four‑wheel alignments

• Tire rotations & replacements

• Brake servicing (multiple times)

• Safety & emissions inspections passed

This is a very strong maintenance pattern for a 2012 luxury SUV.

Reliability Profile

CARFAX rates this SRX as Good Reliability, based on:

• Average repair cost (~$530/year)

• Average likelihood of repair

• Strong maintenance history

• No major mechanical red flags

Why This SRX Premium Is a Strong Buy

• Premium Collection trim with top‑tier features

• Two long‑term owners (no rapid turnover)

• Extensive service history

• Good reliability rating

• No structural damage or airbag deployment

• Luxury interior, strong V6 engine, and comfortable ride

What Buyers Will Want to Know

• Two damage events (2012 accident, 2019 minor damage)

• Higher mileage (135k)

• Cadillac maintenance costs are moderate but predictable

• A/C compressor and major fluids already serviced