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Posted by 94gt (Member # 3060) on :
 
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...

 

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Posted by 84GT5.0 (Member # 5227) on :
 
now thats fugly
 

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Posted by two-gun kid (Member # 5891) on :
 
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
 

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Posted by Camaro Kid Z/28 (Member # 3100) on :
 
GM SUCKS!
 

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Posted by Cobra5.0Jeep (Member # 1482) on :
 

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Originally posted by Camaro Kid Z/28:
GM SUCKS!

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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...

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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.
 

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Posted by Eagle347 (Member # 6205) on :
 
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!
 

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Posted by 02GeeTee (Member # 5905) on :
 

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Originally posted by Camaro Kid Z/28:
GM SUCKS!

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That's the funniest thing you've said EVER! lol
 

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Posted by PWR HNGRY 302 (Member # 6000) on :
 
that car looks stupid
 

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Posted by svt306snake (Member # 1967) on :
 
dont know anyone that has one besides the old school ones
 

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