New GNX?!

[Koll]

General Information
Price: $38,500
Miles Per Gallon: 17/25 mpg
Curb Weight: 3698 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/AWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Engine
Type: DOHC V6
Displacement: 3600 cc
Horsepower: 450 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 465 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 6500 rpm

Performance
0-60 mph: 4.2 sec
0-100 mph: 10.2 sec
Quarter Mile: 12.8 sec @ 112.5 mph
Skidpad: .96g
Top Speed: 179 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 115 ft
Slalom Speed: 66.4 mph

Buick -

GNX. No other name in automotive history says "80's Supercar" like those three letters. Now the legend is back.

Buicks 2007 GNX is a modern-day incarnation of classic street performance. When you turn the key and hear the throaty dual exhausts announcing the Twin Turbo 3.6L V-6, you'll know you have your hands full. Compared to its '80s namesake, the new GNX sports a suspension that is tighter, an engine that's more powerful and a manual transmission that now boasts two additional gears. The car will hit 60 mph (97 km/h) in about four-and-a-half seconds, and run the quarter mile in under 13 seconds. There's nothing like it in its class.

Total performance

The completely new GNX isn't just about horsepower, of course. Its unique personality includes impressive cornering abilities, a smooth ride and surprising comfort. But the heart of the GNX is indeed a truly awesome Twin Turbo and Intercooled 3.6l V-6 engine, also known as the base powerplant for the Buick Velite Concept. The GNX produces an estimated 450 horsepower and with 465 lb.-ft. of torque, it has no problem leaving a stop with purpose.

Eighteen-inch alloy wheels and performance tires are matched to a fully independent, performance-tuned suspension featuring direct-acting stabilizing bars and power rack-and-pinion steering. Traction control and a limited slip differentials also come standard. And, today's GNX revs through six forward speeds with the close-ratio manual transmission, or you can choose a six-speed Hydra-Matic. Both come with a 3.46:1 final drive ratio.

Performance-oriented interior

The GNX is, first and foremost, a driver's car. Every detail, from the satin-finish steering wheel to the race-inspired metallic pedals, gives the driver a sense of performance from the moment the car is entered. The standard feature list starts off with leather 2+2 bucket seats, in black -color-coordinated with the vehicle's exterior color. The high-tech seats provide lateral support, wrapping around the driver and front passenger and complementing the great handling characteristics of the chassis. Also standard is a six-disc CD-changer with premium 10-speaker sound system, cruise control, a multi-function driver information center, keyless entry system and a host of other features to enhance the driving experience.

Sensuous design

Rather than create an imitation of the original legend, the 2007 GNX provides a contemporary interpretation of the classic buick sports coupe. The distinctive, tautly stretched exterior, aggressive lowered stance and sleek, simple form all help express the clean, athletic styling direction of Buick. Add this to the obvious performance of the vehicle and you have a rear-wheel-drive TT+I V-6-powered premium sports coupe wrapped in a seamless, modern design.

Safety and quality

Bringing the GNX to a safe stop is accomplished through standard four-wheel disc brakes (ventilated front, solid rear), part of a four-channel anti-lock braking system. Other standard safety features include dual front air bags, three-point safety belts for all occupants and an Emergency Mode that automatically shuts down the engine, turns off the fuel pump, unlocks the doors and turns on the dome light any time the air-bag system is deployed.

Production of the 2007 Buick GNX will begin in September 2006 at Holden's award-winning Elizabeth plant in Australia using the latest techniques to ensure both measurable and "perceived" quality. Projected annual production will be 18,000 vehicles.

[sikbyrd350]

daaaaaaaaayyyyyyyum! if it's true that is...

[ar0ck]

Holy Holden Manaro PhotoChop!

Sounds like a phony to me, its been in the rumor mill for a while as far as I know, but I doubt it will come out. Isnt Buick supposed to get the chop anyway?

[sikbyrd350]

Originally Posted by TransAm4Life

Holy Holden Manaro PhotoChop!

Sounds like a phony to me, its been in the rumor mill for a while as far as I know, but I doubt it will come out. Isnt Buick supposed to get the chop anyway?

true about the chop...but i still think it could be cool

I heard buick or pontiac is gettin cut

[j0n]

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[Koll]

Personally this thing is hideous and has NONE of the spirit of the old GNX

[Koll]

Crap. Through some googling and what not, it was a contest on GM Inside News

http://forums.gminsidenews.com/archi....php?f-50.html

[Slow Z]

and if that picture is real, that right there is the reason GM will be out of business within the next few years.

[biggsj84]

the red and silver just resemble a certain type S or type R badge i know were all sick of seeing

looks nothing like the old GNX

[Savage_Messiah]

Good thing it's fake because it looks like the bastard child of an 05 GTO and an evo

[sikbyrd350]

Originally Posted by biggsj84

looks nothing like the old GNX

and the GTO looks nothing like the old GTO, and the 4th gen looks notning like the 1st gen, and the C6 looks nothing like the '53...see where I'm goin here?

[sikbyrd350]

Originally Posted by Koll

Personally this thing is hideous and has NONE of the spirit of the old GNX

look are subjective, but NONE of the old GNX spirit? please explain

[Koll]

Originally Posted by sikbyrd350

look are subjective, but NONE of the old GNX spirit? please explain

The old GN and GNX like a few muscle cars of the 60s (not that im comparing a GN/GNX to a 60s muscle car) appearance wise looked like a car your dad would drive. A newage GN/GNX would have the idea of taking something like a regal and have it put 400 to the wheels. And so no one gets their panties in a bunch if they took a regal and hopped it up and called it a GN/GNX I too would die.

[Savage_Messiah]

Edited... wtf i was defending koll?!

[sikbyrd350]

Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah

He probably meant how the old GN's were complete sleepers... looked the same as a black regal until they kicked your ass

i think they sound sleeper more than look sleeper.

my parents bought a brand new 1987 Buick Century station wagon. I was only 9 or 10, but I wanted them to get the GN/GNX that was on the showroom floor because it looked menacing, like something Darth Vader would drive. Even at that age, i thought it looked badass, nothing sleeper about it(lookswise). Keep in mind, at that age I knew NOTHING about cars(some argue that I still don't 'cause I got a 4-banger).

Regal T-Types were sleepers IMO, not GN/GNX's. GN/GNX's had different/black wheels, black grills and made their presence know.

[BigAls87Z28]

Over at GMI, we are having a design contest for the next GN/GNX.

[Koll]

Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah

Edited... wtf i was defending koll?!

Nice try. You were already quoted

Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah

He probably meant how the old GN's were complete sleepers... looked the same as a black regal until they kicked your ass

[Savage_Messiah]

Originally Posted by Koll

Nice try. You were already quoted

Don't make me angry...

Koll9084897328: Why do you have court tomorrow?
MoPMoonchild: because youre still breathing

[Koll]

Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah

Don't make me angry...

Ok Lou Ferrigno

[Fasterthanyou]

That looks really cool. Although smack the guy for putting a bright amber turn signal in there when a clear version with amber LED's would have looked even better .
Overall I think it's a great idea except ditch the awd and just make it rwd. A turbo v6, blacked out mid size rwd 2-door = GN/GNX no if's and's or but's about it. I think it would be nice to have the brands running against each other again. Have a GTO, a GN/GNX, and see what Chevy could come up with. They'd all have to have slightly different power plants like the GTO being the n/a v8, the GN turbo v6, and have Chevy use a supercharged small v8 like the 4.8 . I think that would be stir up enough competition that the aftermarket would thrive on for years like it did with the mustang/camaro/fireturd competitions. Look at the WRX and EVO and what they've done for their companies only with 3 cars unriveled by a competitor, pure GM dominance in the class.
I must admit I don't like bringing back names when they don't acomplish what the original was set out to do. The 94-96 imps did it well, I think the GTO is more powerful and a dominant performer in it's class so that too was okay and if the GN come's back it would just have to be a blacked out sleeper that's fast and does everything the older GN did and then some.

[sikbyrd350]

Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah

Edited... wtf i was defending koll?!

that's alright buddy, I'm sure you just had one to many and your judgement was cloudy...