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Re: To me... [circlew] by bumpy
Oct 01, 2008 (10:24 am)
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Replying to: circlew (Oct 01, 2008 6:17 am)

Naah, just move the steering wheel and plop some badges on this:
 
Holden W427
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Re: To me... [bumpy] by circlew
Oct 01, 2008 (11:33 am)
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Replying to: bumpy (Oct 01, 2008 10:24 am)

Yes, that's perfect! You see, you won't sell many but it will indicate Buick has been born again. You don't do that by just another sleepy FWD.
 
"Feel the Power!" That would be the new slogan...not go to sleep on down the road!
 
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Re: To me... [circlew] by cooterbfd
Oct 03, 2008 (4:20 pm)
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Replying to: circlew (Oct 01, 2008 11:33 am)

I would hope that it would come in coupe version as well. While I agree they would sell very few, it WOULD bring people in the showroom. Now, if there were a more sedate sedan to go along with them that is just as snazzy, that is where sales will really come from.
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A post copied from 62 vette here.... by cooterbfd
Oct 30, 2008 (1:16 pm)
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"General Motors’ Buick brand is in need of a freshening, which will come in the form of the next-generation LaCrossee. Although the next-gen LaCrosse has been put on hold for a few months, new details have surfaced on the near-luxury sedan, which should give us a pretty good idea of what to expect from the LaCrosse — whenever it finally takes the show stage.
  
According to GM Inside News, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be offered with two powerplants – a base 3.0L V6 and an up-level 3.6L V6.
  
The LaCrosse’s base motor is all-new for GM, but won’t be skimping on high-level features. The new powerplant will feature direct-injection, which will aid in both performance and fuel economy. Expect the 3.0L to produce 250 horsepower but still return about 30 mpg on the highway.
  
The LaCrosse’s step-up motor will be a version of the Cadillac CTS’s 3.6L V6. It too will feature direct-injection, but will be slightly detuned from CTS-guise, putting out a still healthy 290 hp. Both powerplants will be mated to GM’s 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission.
  
The LaCrosse is also set to feature a plethora of luxury content, such as HID headlamps, a rear-view camera and a heads-up display. All-wheel drive is also said to be part of the mix, but no word if the LaCrosse’s AWD option will be reserved for 3.6L cars. "
 
Good stuff for Buick fans. I know I want one.
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Re: A post copied from 62 vette here.... [cooterbfd] by lemko
Oct 31, 2008 (6:28 am)
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Replying to: cooterbfd (Oct 30, 2008 1:16 pm)

My girlfriend said she would definately consider another LaCrosse. This one looks like a winner. Heck it makes her current ride look OLD!
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Re: A post copied from 62 vette here.... [lemko] by cooterbfd
Oct 31, 2008 (1:16 pm)
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Replying to: lemko (Oct 31, 2008 6:28 am)

Lem, tell her I will fight her to be first in line for one
 
Seriously, the '99 Ultra has been around long enough (6 yrs). I'll give it to my nephew when he gets his licence in about 15 months. I WANT ONE!!!!
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It's here........ by cooterbfd
Jan 08, 2009 (4:22 pm)
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http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/autoshows/detroit/2009/2010buicklacrosse.html?- tid=edmunds.il.home.photopanel..2.*
 
Any comments?????
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Re: It's here........ [cooterbfd] by berri
Jan 08, 2009 (4:46 pm)
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Replying to: cooterbfd (Jan 08, 2009 4:22 pm)

I've read speculation that they are going to price it like an Acura or Lexus. If that's the case I don't think it will be that successful. However, if it is in Accord/Camry V6 territory it may sell alright. I see some Malibu styling cues on it inside and out.
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Re: It's here........ [berri] by cooterbfd
Jan 08, 2009 (6:02 pm)
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Replying to: berri (Jan 08, 2009 4:46 pm)

Well, considering that Camcord V6 territory is around $30K, that sounds reasonable.
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Re: It's here........ [cooterbfd] by nippononly
Jan 08, 2009 (7:33 pm)
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Replying to: cooterbfd (Jan 08, 2009 4:22 pm)

2 tons for the FWD, a 4200-pound curb weight for the AWD? Yikes, that's heavier than some trucks. All except the CXS will get a 3L engine with 211 lb-ft of torque to push all that steel around? They called the Five Hundred slow off the line when it was pushing 3600 pounds around with that much torque and displacement, and that was four years ago.
 
Is it a bit of a price shock to jump to a base price of $30K so quickly, and how does that align with pricing for the Lucerne?

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