|
Author
|
Topic: Report: GM will not build another GTO
|
94gt
¯
Member # 3060
|
posted
 
 
According to a new report by Motor Trend, GM has scrapped any plans for building a new Pontiac GTO as a follow-up to the current model. Recently, there has been some speculation that GM might replace the much-criticized GTO with a new model based on the same platform as the forthcoming Chevrolet Camaro. While GM is considering a rear-wheel-drive offensive, it appears the GTO will not be part of that plan. Other possible nameplate revivals that could use a new RWD architecture include the Buick Velite and Chevy Impala. Recently, we cited a report suggesting the company might use the Camaro platform for a new Firebird or Trans AM. (Show right is the 1999 GTO concept. If GM builds another GTO, it's widely expected to use a more agressive design like that of this GTO concept...
--------------------
2020 Explorer ST
2011 Silver Raptor 'Screw
Posts: 5777 | From: Beavercreek, OH | Registered: Jul 2003
| :
|
|
84GT5.0
¯
Member # 5227
|
posted
now thats fugly
--------------------
RIP Russell W. Krill
Posts: 1300 | From: San Jose | Registered: Jan 2005
| :
|
|
two-gun kid2
¯
Member # 5891
|
posted
the gto looked like shit, its basicly a cavalier with a ls2 6speed and rwd.
the gto doesnt looks anything like the original.
and the new camaro is going to be priced ridiculousy high so the average joe wont be able to get one.
my uncle is thinking about buying the new trans am if it comes out, but who knows ![[Confused]](confused.gif)
Posts: 5566 | From: Hayward,Ca | Registered: Jul 2005
| :
|
|
|
|
Wildfire532FB
CAFords OG
Member # 1482
|
posted
quote:
Originally posted by Camaro Kid Z/28:
GM SUCKS! ![[Mad]](mad.gif)
haha
--------------------
./_ _ _ ___ __\
(]]]_ _ o _ _[[[)
|\_o_ __ __o_/|
|__|..........|__|
68 Fastback
84 CJ7
94 HMMWV
95 GT
03 F350
17 Fusion Hybrid
Posts: 17578 | From: 530 | Registered: Jun 2002
| :
|
|
Dyrti Byrd 2k2
¯
Member # 2860
|
posted
quote:
Originally posted by 94gt:
According to a new report by Motor Trend, GM has scrapped any plans for building a new Pontiac GTO as a follow-up to the current model. Recently, there has been some speculation that GM might replace the much-criticized GTO with a new model based on the same platform as the forthcoming Chevrolet Camaro. While GM is considering a rear-wheel-drive offensive, it appears the GTO will not be part of that plan. Other possible nameplate revivals that could use a new RWD architecture include the Buick Velite and Chevy Impala. Recently, we cited a report suggesting the company might use the Camaro platform for a new Firebird or Trans AM. (Show right is the 1999 GTO concept. If GM builds another GTO, it's widely expected to use a more agressive design like that of this GTO concept...
I saw that report on another board. Here's a link to the thread:
http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/showthread.php?threadid=26538
Apparently, that report was written in February 2005. A LOT has happened in the past year. We all know about the unveiling of the 2009 Camaro Concept. We'll just have to wait and see... but the way GM is going under, I wouldn't be surprised if they did scrap all plans for any modern pony cars.
Posts: 76 | From: San Francisco | Registered: May 2003
| :
|
|
Eagle347
¯
Member # 6205
|
posted
The people at GM are idiots! These new cars/ideas are the last thing they need. They do need to make another camaro, but they need to keep it simple, and under 35k. If they made an affordable camaro that looked good, and had decent power people would buy them like crazy. But whatever, let them keep wasting money on concepts that nobody will buy. I could care less if they make another camaro or gto, but hey we need some competion! ![[Big Grin]](biggrin.gif)
--------------------
1995 Mustang GTS 1 of 1002 deep forest green GTS's made. Bone stock.
1990 Coupe 347 NX E85 Nitrous kit
Posts: 712 | From: Dayton, OH | Registered: Nov 2005
| :
|
|
87GeeTee
¯
Member # 5905
|
posted
quote:
Originally posted by Camaro Kid Z/28:
GM SUCKS!
That's the funniest thing you've said EVER! lol
--------------------
Member #: 5145
Join Date: Dec 2004
PWA Owner & SRA Member
Two-Gun Motorsports
2002 GT; Gone But Not Forgotten
1987 GT Vert (Sold!)
Posts: 4278 | From: San Pablo | Registered: Aug 2005
| :
|
|
PWR HNGRY 302
¯
Member # 6000
|
posted
![[Eek!]](eek.gif) that car looks stupid ![[Razz]](tongue.gif)
--------------------
87 Fox- Restoration in progress
2014 Tacoma DCLB MGM
2017 Prius Prime (The Daily)
Posts: 2655 | From: SF Bay Area | Registered: Sep 2005
| :
|
|
svt306snake
¯
Member # 1967
|
posted
dont know anyone that has one besides the old school ones
--------------------
F*** TPS MOTORSPORTS F *** TPS MOTORSPORTS THEY SUCK ASS
TEAM TRUE FORGED X 2 SPONSORED
CAPITAL MUSTANG C.C.
Posts: 5841 | From: SACRAMENTO "916" YA KNOW | Registered: Oct 2002
| :
|
|
Email this post to someone!
Printer friendly view of this Ford topic
