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Replying to: wale_bate1 (Feb 14, 2007 12:21 pm) Actually, I'm assuming that's only a small part of the equation (just how different emmissions-wise is the 6.0l V8 compared to the LS2 in the old GTO?). Personally, I think the internal corporate BS process is at fault here more than anything else. GM just CAN'T get new product to the market efficiently enough. |
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Replying to: rorr (Feb 15, 2007 11:36 am) 
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Replying to: rorr (Feb 15, 2007 11:36 am) Also they haven't finalized the body panels yet I think. They are going to still be refining it through the summer. -mike
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Replying to: wale_bate1 (Feb 15, 2007 11:51 am) Was today YOUR turn to be the 'good cop'? 
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Replying to: paisan (Feb 15, 2007 12:10 pm) Yes. They must be TESTED. But it's not like the new engine is a clean sheet of paper design. If anything, I'd imagine the MDS system would make emissions testing easier. The point isn't whether the new engine/vehicle must be tested but how LONG such testing/certification must take? Particularly when other manufacturer's seem to get through the same process quicker with designs which ARE all new..... |
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anxious to see the non "show" version, should still be a good looker and quite the 4DSC with the GT's V8. Can't wait to take it for a drive. -Brian |
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Did I miss anywhere if the rear seats will fold down like in the current GP GXP? That was a deal-maker for me!
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Replying to: rmozol (Feb 19, 2007 10:05 am) And the stated "Cargo Volume" lists only a single number ( 17.5 cu ft ) where typically it would list 2 numbers if the seat(s) folded.... So - I believe it is unlikely, but not impossible... - Ray No rear seats in current 'ride' to fold up or down...
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Replying to: rayainsw (Feb 19, 2007 10:47 am) I think it has something to do with the positioning of the fuel tank. Someone asked ages ago if it will have AWD. No, the position of the steering rack is to far forward of the motor. As for passing crash tests, Yes, the car has a 5 star rating. This car is as solid as rock. I wish I could show you the DVD I have on the development and testing of the chassis and body. It impressed the hell out of me 
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Replying to: paisan (Feb 13, 2007 7:05 am) The cars ECU does sense the higher octane and adjusts for it. I have not heard of a car down here that doesn't. Except maybe some carburetted old hack. Even my old 1985 VK Commodore with a 3.3 litre straight 6 that had Bosch Jetronic fuel injection fitted was able to,"learn".
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