I think the car looks nice and might be something used as a luxury sport type thing... but not a GN.... i agree that if they tried to redo the GN at least make it a beatsly turbo V6 that looks somewhat liek the real GN... which would be going retro.......and the GNX was even more rare being only 10 made ? but i dunno... i just think GM and Buick have some crapp designers and just plain suck with alot of thier projects....
No there was alot more than ten made thats for sure...I cant remember the exact number but i know of three people that have them around here so that would mean there is only 7 more??
uh guys..it's a chop..how I know this? I used to own a GM product which means I joined a GM enthusiast site and I am still a member, trust me that car does not exist and Buick isn't bringing back the GN either, not anytime soon that is.
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uh guys..it's a chop..how I know this? I used to own a GM product which means I joined a GM enthusiast site and I am still a member, trust me that car does not exist and Buick isn't bringing back the GN either, not anytime soon that is.
Dude, i have it in my magazine and everone els who has that issue
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uh guys..it's a chop..how I know this? I used to own a GM product which means I joined a GM enthusiast site and I am still a member, trust me that car does not exist and Buick isn't bringing back the GN either, not anytime soon that is.
Dude, i have it in my magazine and everone els who has that issue
jesus you guys are kinda stupid huh?
READ THE FRICKIN WORDS IN THE MAGAZINE, I ALREADY POSTED IN THIS THREAD ONCE TO EXPLAIN IT... THE CAR IS ACONCEPT CREATED BY POPULAR HOT RODDING, IT'S NOT A REAL CAR, IT SAYS SO RIGHT IN THE ARTICLE.
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I'd like to point out that in that article, if read carefully, one would figure out that Popular Hotrodding designed that car, as a "what if", and how it's the car that "could" save Buick.
However, from what I gathered from the article, GM has no plans of making such vehicle.. it's just a dream that the writers at Popular Hotrodding have; for example, in one sentence they write something along the lines of "We think the 600HP LS2 engine would work well, and put it on the Holden chassis so they can produce them in the same factory as the GTO". The "we", from what I gather, refers to Popular Hotrodding.. not GM or Buick.
it's just an article to stir up thoughts, and get people to buy the magazine. but it's NOT A REAL VEHICLE.
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Our '08 Buick GNX can be the first step toward bringing Buick back to its former glory, or at least make Buick a sustainable part of a combined
OUR? Last I checked, Popular Hotrodding is owned by Primedia............ NOT GM!!!!
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If the U.S.-built Zetas were a reality, Buick could offer a base-model LS with a 3.5L 250hp V-6 for around $22,000, a 5.3L 300hp V-8 in GS trim for $27,000, and the granddaddy of them all--the 6.0L 400hp GNX for a transaction price of around $33,000
Reading comprehension man..
IF the U.S.-built Zetas WERE a reality, Buick COULD offer...
There's absolutely no truth behind the article, it's just some idiots (By Johnny Hunkins , Illustrations by Kris Horton) dreaming about a future they'd like to have.. it's a trash article, though, and it's all speculation and would, could and should's.
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Thats stupid why would they even do something like that.......
Umm.. why WOULDN'T they do something like that? It sold a ton of magazines and stirredup the pot a ton.
If you don't want to believe me then fine, but just keep waiting on the "new GNX".. It'll never come out, or if it does it'll be in a VERY long time.
The only time the GNX rumours had any truth was when Buick was working on the Velite platform, but they cancelled the production of that earlier this year due to the fact that GM is in piss poor shape. That's when they cancelled the new Camaro as well, but JD1969 posted saying they, in fact, ARE producing the Camaro again. Not sure on that one, but I am 100% sure tht the Popular Hotrodding article is BS. If you don't see that, uhh, try to take some reading comprehension tests; it's pretty obvious it's just tabloid reporting.
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I think GM is in REAL troble. They don't have any money to play around building anything new... I really think that Buick is going to go the way of the Oldsmobile. When Buick dies nobody under the age of 75 will notice.......
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I drove a 87 GNX. My best bud was the VP of a dealership. At 50mph, I floored it. Nothing happened. Til I looked in the rearview and saw nothing but tire smoke! The speedo was burried. When I let up, it was like we were shot from a cannon! If Buick could do that again! DAMN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i raced one.. prom night, my friends date took her fathers GN, and wanted to try my stang.. im ahead in second gear and hear a LOUD turbo.. then bang, it blows.. hahahah..
87 gnx from the car show sunday. one of the last of the summer. talked to the guy for about 20-30 minutes. bought it back in 92 with 2,000 miles on it. now has 12,000 miles on it. cars perfect besides for a crappy factory paintjob (*cough* 05 mustang *cough*). some a holes keyed about a foot and a half of the back left fender also. one of my favorite cars. finally saw someone from the forums. i also prof.wizard was there with his sick 05 vert. here are some pics
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Please tell me this is a joke! First off, the car looks like something that GM would put out (hint GTO hint). Secondly... an LS2? WTF! The whole thing that made the GN a badass car was the fact that it had one hell of a V6 in it. You mean to tell me that with all the technology in the past twenty year that they cant make a 500 hp V6 and keep the car of somewhat original origin? What BS. I perconally believe that GM is still hurting really bad from the loss of the Fbody and they are still trying to make up for it with crap like this and some Austrailian car deemed the "GTO".
i agree with you on the v6 thing. GM sucks, what a perfect way to ruin another one of their greatest cars. hint, GTO, hint
Man, this concept is really a shame. They are ruining what made the GN a great car to begin with, a turbocharged V6 engine. Those motors were so cool and could make so much power with only a few mods. Now they are just going to slap in a run of the mill LS2, not exciting at all.
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To me personally that car looks foreign as hell. In this case a very good thing. Its beautiful. It looks like if a 350z, supra , vanquish mixed together. It still looks like there trying to be more upscale luxury fast instead of racer boy image like a camaro has. It definetly wouldn't replace it in anyway. I don't why they would make it as it seems the gto is already in that role.
well we know they're not making it but if they were thinking about it, it would be because they aren't making the GTO anymore.
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.
If you would look at my post above yours populardemand, it says it will have a twin turbo v6. I dont know where this topic starter got his info from, but I got mine from another car website, that actually says the 2007 GNX will be produced and what I posted was the specs.
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