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FenwickHockey65 · 08-05-2013, 09:28 PM

TrailBlazer probably won't happen.

Chevrolet version of the Encore is the Trax. It's sold in Mexico/Canada.

Angrybird 12 · 08-05-2013, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

TrailBlazer probably won't happen.

Chevrolet version of the Encore is the Trax. It's sold in Mexico/Canada.

I would be all over one of those.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-05-2013, 09:35 PM

Not really a business case for it. Especially with Equinox downsizing.

Angrybird 12 · 08-05-2013, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Not really a business case for it. Especially with Equinox downsizing.

How much is it downsizing? We like our Saturn Vue but hate the gas mileage.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-05-2013, 09:44 PM

I don't know for sure, but the Theta-II platform is dying. Equinox/Terrain are moving to a modified D2XX, which is the next-gen Cruze platform that we really don't know much about.

I'd look at Escape, RAV4, and CR-V and go from there for size comparisons.

KMPrenger · 08-05-2013, 10:18 PM

Equinox definitely won't be downsizing to Buick Encore size, but more like a tad smaller than the current one. The current 4 banger is already rated at 32 highway which I feel is pretty good.

I'd suspect the V6 option will be dropped, and the NA 4 and turbo 4 will be the options.

As for that Trailblazer, I see no reason for it either, and if they bring it to the U.S. theres no way it can look like that.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-05-2013, 10:21 PM

Oh, definitely not Encore size. That's on Global Gamma and that is super small.

Although they're selling better than anyone expected. GM's having problems meeting demand for Encore.

King Sun · 08-06-2013, 12:14 AM

I saw one of those new impalas in person today and they are beautiful.............. just not 44,000 bucks beautiful

*DGthe3* · 08-06-2013, 12:19 AM

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Originally Posted by King Sun

I saw one of those new impalas in person today and they are beautiful.............. just not 44,000 bucks beautiful

The $27,000 ones look pretty much the same as the loaded models.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-06-2013, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by King Sun

I saw one of those new impalas in person today and they are beautiful.............. just not 44,000 bucks beautiful

Worth every penny.

Impala's pricing structure finally makes sense against the competition.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-06-2013, 06:02 AM

More of the Alpha-based Opel Monza Concept.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-06-2013, 09:13 AM

http://media.gm.com/content/media/us...ring-hill.html

GM expanding Spring Hill Assembly for production of two new midsize crossovers, most likely for Buick/Cadillac.

f5journal · 08-06-2013, 01:11 PM

So Fenwick. Do you know how GM parts licensing works. We all know the story about the Sparks SS badges.....but how do folks like Eagle Eyes make cheap headlights and tail lights for both new and older cars.

I'm also thinking in terms of all the Classic Industries stuff, Auto Metal Direct ect ect.....fenders, hoods, grilles for anything and everything.

Is there a 10 year old rule or something....does GM assist them to get out of the picture once OEM stock runs out?

I just bought some tail lights off ebay for my '97 truck...they turned out to be Eagle Eyes with circuit boards and bulbs for less than $50 total to my door. They compare quite favorably to OEM

FenwickHockey65 · 08-06-2013, 02:10 PM

I honestly don't know. That's all trademark and copyright legal jargon.

08-05-2013, 09:28 PM	#505
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	TrailBlazer probably won't happen. Chevrolet version of the Encore is the Trax. It's sold in Mexico/Canada. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-05-2013, 09:35 PM	#507
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Not really a business case for it. Especially with Equinox downsizing. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-05-2013, 09:44 PM	#509
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	I don't know for sure, but the Theta-II platform is dying. Equinox/Terrain are moving to a modified D2XX, which is the next-gen Cruze platform that we really don't know much about. I'd look at Escape, RAV4, and CR-V and go from there for size comparisons. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-05-2013, 10:18 PM	#510
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	Equinox definitely won't be downsizing to Buick Encore size, but more like a tad smaller than the current one. The current 4 banger is already rated at 32 highway which I feel is pretty good. I'd suspect the V6 option will be dropped, and the NA 4 and turbo 4 will be the options. As for that Trailblazer, I see no reason for it either, and if they bring it to the U.S. theres no way it can look like that. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

08-05-2013, 10:21 PM	#511
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Oh, definitely not Encore size. That's on Global Gamma and that is super small. Although they're selling better than anyone expected. GM's having problems meeting demand for Encore. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-06-2013, 12:14 AM	#512
King Sun Casual Camaro Owner Drives: 2010 Black LS V6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Jacksonville Fl Posts: 1,090	I saw one of those new impalas in person today and they are beautiful.............. just not 44,000 bucks beautiful

08-06-2013, 06:02 AM	#515
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	More of the Alpha-based Opel Monza Concept. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-06-2013, 09:13 AM	#516
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	http://media.gm.com/content/media/us...ring-hill.html GM expanding Spring Hill Assembly for production of two new midsize crossovers, most likely for Buick/Cadillac. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-06-2013, 01:11 PM	#517
f5journal Senior Camaro Fanatic Drives: 2011 SS/RS manual - White Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: aiken, sc Posts: 1,980	So Fenwick. Do you know how GM parts licensing works. We all know the story about the Sparks SS badges.....but how do folks like Eagle Eyes make cheap headlights and tail lights for both new and older cars. I'm also thinking in terms of all the Classic Industries stuff, Auto Metal Direct ect ect.....fenders, hoods, grilles for anything and everything. Is there a 10 year old rule or something....does GM assist them to get out of the picture once OEM stock runs out? I just bought some tail lights off ebay for my '97 truck...they turned out to be Eagle Eyes with circuit boards and bulbs for less than $50 total to my door. They compare quite favorably to OEM __________________ Former '68 and '69 Z/28 Owner...........Now sporting around in a 2011 RS/SS with........Kooks LT's and cats, JRE tune, CAI, scoop, ZL1 Bumper conversion, custom ZL-1 grille, halo harness, Painted silver stripes, GM GFX, black painted lower edge of skirts and rear bumper. MGW shifter.....and now a 3.91 1LE diff

08-06-2013, 02:10 PM	#518
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	I honestly don't know. That's all trademark and copyright legal jargon. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)