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66 messages, Last post on Apr 28, 2009 at 4:53 PM
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#63 of 66 Re: Favorite brand going away (PONTIAC) [cbrowder] by andys120
Apr 28, 2009 (12:34 pm)
Replying to: cbrowder (Apr 28, 2009 6:34 am)
I mean, who would buy a current DTS or STS if there were a 360hp Buick that would probably be less expensive Buick has always competed with Cadillac at the margins and must continue to do so if it is to remain viable. A rebadged G8 would not compete with the DTS which appeals to a geriatric group that prefers larger size and FWD (never mind that most live in the Sunbelt!). Vis-avis the STS it's a question of whether you prefer luxury over performance or vice versa.
Rebadging it is a Park Avenue would imply a more luxurious less sporty alternative.
- berri (Apr 28, 2009 4:40 pm)
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#64 of 66 Re: Favorite brand going away (PONTIAC) [andys120] by berri
Apr 28, 2009 (4:40 pm)
Replying to: andys120 (Apr 28, 2009 12:34 pm)
I think Buick could use a personal luxury type car for image and press coverage, but I don't know if GM can afford it. I'd like to see an upscale coupe and convertible like Riviera and Skylark??? Bathe the body in some nicely placed chrome and lather the interior in nice leather with a great instrument panel. Now you've got a good compliment to the forthcoming LaCrosse that can use some of the same companents underneath!
- andys120 (Apr 28, 2009 4:49 pm)
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#65 of 66 Re: Favorite brand going away (PONTIAC) [berri] by andys120
Apr 28, 2009 (4:49 pm)
Replying to: berri (Apr 28, 2009 4:40 pm)
That's a nice idea but sadly coupes don't seem to sell any more. Caddy may introduce a two-door CTS, if it does well maybe we could see a new Riviera or Skylark.
- berri (Apr 28, 2009 4:53 pm)
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#66 of 66 Re: Favorite brand going away (PONTIAC) [andys120] by berri
Apr 28, 2009 (4:53 pm)
Replying to: andys120 (Apr 28, 2009 4:49 pm)
I saw a prototype of the CTS coupe and that it was rather stunning. I think their new design chief (Wellburn?) has a lot of potential.
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