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FenwickHockey65 · 01-02-2012, 10:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jandaseve

Could'nt they bring back cars under the GMC name if they really wanted to? i.e. GMC Trans Am, GMC GTO, etc. I know GMC is primarily a truck brand, but they do make "crossover" vehicles. And the El Camino sister car (can't remember the name right now), that's debatable on being a truck or car. I think the El Camino look alike actually had two names, started as one model in the 70s, and changed names in the 80s. But anyway, the reason I ask is the rumored "Chrysler Cuda" comes to mind. If Chrysler can consider re-using old plymouth model names then why can't GM do it with pontiacs or even olds'.

No. GMC building passenger cars would be the worst decision since the Cadillac Cimarron. The brand is a bastion for trucks, SUVs, and CUVs.

And GM Authority has VERY little influence over anything at GM.

nester7929 · 01-03-2012, 02:02 AM

GM dragged the Pontiac name through the dirt with badge engineering, so if they bring it back they need to give it the attention it deserves.

Rogue Leader · 01-03-2012, 12:31 PM

These people have as much influence at GM as I have on the National Debt.

Just speaking hypothetically, bringing back Pontiac would undo every last bit of good the restructuring did. Every car segment that Pontiac could sell could be filled by something sold (or could be sold) by Chevy, Cadillac, or Buick. It would do the same thing that having so many dealers within close proximity to eachother did drive the prices downward on their cars because they become commoditized.

GM is on the right path now, bringing back Pontiac is the wrong path. I'm glad these folks have no influence anywhere and this will never happen.

PS full disclosure, I'm a Pontiac man, from a Pontiac family. Every real performance car I owned up to 2006 was a Firebird or Trans Am aside from having a Grand National at one point. My grandfather drove a new Pontiac off the lot every 5 years. Thats the way it was. But its over now.

*Camaro_Corvette* · 01-03-2012, 12:50 PM

Pontiac isn't coming back

Zabo · 01-03-2012, 02:47 PM

*reads thread..*

Still prefer the design ascetics and functionality of the Formula/Trans Am/Firehawks.. but be realistic guys.

This is never going to see the light of day again in any MY past 2002. V

BowtieBelle · 01-03-2012, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MAC

I for one would be ecstatic!, as long as they dont do the whole Pontiac "G" series again. ugh, biggest mistake ever imo.

http://gmauthority.com/forum/discuss...again#Item_115

...someone on GM's forum mentioned this. Not GM themselves...

8cd03gro · 01-04-2012, 10:15 PM

Sorry to fans of the brand but this would be a terrible business decision at this time.

eolson · 01-05-2012, 02:56 PM

I liked the G8 when it was all fit out a lot. I thought it was one of the best looking American cars out there. Erik

JamesNoBrakes · 01-05-2012, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eolson

I liked the G8 when it was all fit out a lot. I thought it was one of the best looking Australian cars out there. Erik

Fixed.

big hammer · 01-05-2012, 10:45 PM

i would buy a new pontiac trans am in a heart beat.

King Sun · 01-05-2012, 11:12 PM

unless it was released under limited edition version of chevy vehicles then I don't see this happening

10CamaroIOM · 01-06-2012, 02:40 AM

We had a 2001 Grand Am and I loved that car, IMO Pontiac had the best looking and best performing 4-doors on the market. I hope to see them back, even for a short while, maybe one day a Trans Am will come out of it, based on the Phoenix conversion. We can dream...

hv92 · 01-06-2012, 01:58 PM

Pontiac g8 = Australian

Camaro = Canadian

SEOhioSS · 01-06-2012, 05:15 PM

Coming from a family that lives and breathes classic Pontiac's, i would love to see the brand back as an exciting separate entity from the other brands. If they developed the right designs and products it could be a low volume success. In no way should the brand come back for volume.

From what i understand, GM did not want to lose control of the brand during the bankruptcy, and held onto the rights instead of putting it in the "old GM" that went by the wayside or selling it. However i am not in the know and i am purely speculating from what i have heard.

Pontiac has a great owner following but you can only last so long when you don't produce exciting or different cars. I owned an 04 GTO and it was a great car, but it faced an uphill climb from the introduction.

Those are just some of my thoughts.

01-03-2012, 12:31 PM	#17
Rogue Leader Iatefiberglassinsulation Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS M6 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Long Island Posts: 3,601 View My Garage	These people have as much influence at GM as I have on the National Debt. Just speaking hypothetically, bringing back Pontiac would undo every last bit of good the restructuring did. Every car segment that Pontiac could sell could be filled by something sold (or could be sold) by Chevy, Cadillac, or Buick. It would do the same thing that having so many dealers within close proximity to eachother did drive the prices downward on their cars because they become commoditized. GM is on the right path now, bringing back Pontiac is the wrong path. I'm glad these folks have no influence anywhere and this will never happen. PS full disclosure, I'm a Pontiac man, from a Pontiac family. Every real performance car I owned up to 2006 was a Firebird or Trans Am aside from having a Grand National at one point. My grandfather drove a new Pontiac off the lot every 5 years. Thats the way it was. But its over now. __________________ 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS - was daily driver, now toy 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - Daily Driver 2017 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 - Wifes Car 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD LT 6.0 - Tow Vehicle 1991 Alfa Romeo 164S - Project Car 1994 Volkswagen Golf - Race Car "Like" my race team on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/farfrumwinnin

01-03-2012, 12:50 PM	#18
Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,709 View My Garage	Pontiac isn't coming back __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

01-05-2012, 02:56 PM	#22
eolson eolson Drives: 2006 premium Package Mustang GT cou Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Northville, MI Posts: 249	I liked the G8 when it was all fit out a lot. I thought it was one of the best looking American cars out there. Erik __________________ 2006 Prem Pkg Mustang GT coupe. Saleen SC,10psi, 454rwhp,442rwtq, Complete Steeda/H&R, suspension change out, with weight loss, Techco Watts link, Stoptech big brakes, Race clutch, Alum. flywheel, Alum 1 pc driveshaft, 9x18,10x18 chrome bullit wheels, 285/40/18,255/45/18 nitto 555 tires. 3545 lbs currently. New car scent air freshener.

01-05-2012, 10:45 PM	#24
big hammer Drives: 2002 ws6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: manitoba Posts: 1,202	i would buy a new pontiac trans am in a heart beat. __________________ Bolt on 2002 ls1 Trans am--- 11.5 @ 121 (1.72) 2000 da

01-06-2012, 01:58 PM	#27
hv92 Drives: . Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: CA Posts: 547	Pontiac g8 = Australian Camaro = Canadian __________________ My name is Jake Huntsey. New YORK NEW YORK!

01-03-2012, 02:02 AM	#16
nester7929 Rice Harvester Drives: 2014 Bright Yellow 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Plainview, TX Posts: 1,449	GM dragged the Pontiac name through the dirt with badge engineering, so if they bring it back they need to give it the attention it deserves.

01-03-2012, 02:47 PM	#19
Zabo Gunning for Sixth Drives: '03 ZR2 Blazer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Woodhaven, Michigan Posts: 9,358 View My Garage	reads thread.. Still prefer the design ascetics and functionality of the Formula/Trans Am/Firehawks.. but be realistic guys. This is never going to see the light of day again in any MY past 2002. V

01-04-2012, 10:15 PM	#21
8cd03gro Drives: 2005 STi corn fed Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 2,997	Sorry to fans of the brand but this would be a terrible business decision at this time.

01-05-2012, 11:12 PM	#25
King Sun Casual Camaro Owner Drives: 2010 Black LS V6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Jacksonville Fl Posts: 1,090	unless it was released under limited edition version of chevy vehicles then I don't see this happening

01-06-2012, 02:40 AM	#26
10CamaroIOM Loves All Muscle Cars Drives: 1997 Silverado Z71 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Missouri, USA Posts: 232 View My Garage	We had a 2001 Grand Am and I loved that car, IMO Pontiac had the best looking and best performing 4-doors on the market. I hope to see them back, even for a short while, maybe one day a Trans Am will come out of it, based on the Phoenix conversion. We can dream...

01-06-2012, 05:15 PM	#28
SEOhioSS Drives: 2011 Synergy 2SS/RS M6 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Ohio Posts: 281	Coming from a family that lives and breathes classic Pontiac's, i would love to see the brand back as an exciting separate entity from the other brands. If they developed the right designs and products it could be a low volume success. In no way should the brand come back for volume. From what i understand, GM did not want to lose control of the brand during the bankruptcy, and held onto the rights instead of putting it in the "old GM" that went by the wayside or selling it. However i am not in the know and i am purely speculating from what i have heard. Pontiac has a great owner following but you can only last so long when you don't produce exciting or different cars. I owned an 04 GTO and it was a great car, but it faced an uphill climb from the introduction. Those are just some of my thoughts.

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