11-19-2007, 09:27 AM | #1 |
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Return of the El Camino. Ute Sport Truck G8 GT Pontiac
http://jalopnik.com/cars/industry-ne...gon-324251.php
" It would seem that although GM product czar "Maximum" Bob Lutz may be the #2 man at GM and the #1 man in our hearts, it appears he may have lost the battle for making a new GM ute a GMC. While we're disappointed we won't be able to continue hearing his excited desire for a "Caballero," we're excited about news this morning from Automotive News that is quite possibly the most important piece of news we'll see on these pages this year. Here's the scoop -- as we've already reported -- we won't be getting a new Chevy El Camino. However, we will be getting a ute stateside based on the Holden and it'll be branded with the badge all about driving excitement. That's right kids, it'll be a Pontiac -- but not just any Pontiac. It'll be a Pontiac G8. But wait, there's more. We're also told we'll be getting a RWD wagon based on the Commodore -- and it'll also be a Pontiac G8. So basically the G8's going to become a mini-RWD lineup under the Pontiac badge with the sedan, ute and wagon all bearing the alpha-numeric name -- and all based on the Holden versions. So yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus and he's Australian. Who knew? " So it looks good that we will get both the Ute and Wagon version of the G8! Awesome! This is a great thing, as it really strengthens the brand, and opens up lots of possibilities! Personally, I want a G8 Wagon with an LS3 in it! Dragon Wagon Ahoy! ~LSx EDIT: some more good photos of this wagon here: http://www.motortrend.com/features/a.../photo_01.html
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11-19-2007, 09:48 AM | #2 |
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Well the Ute would have made a great GMC, and I'm not sure how it will translate as a G8. I was hoping the Ute would come Stateside though. This seems kind of odd though, since they wanted to limit Buick, Pontiac, and GMC to about 3 or 4 models each. I hope they don't make the Pontiac lineup 3 G8s and the Solstice. Landyacht, Landyacht, Landyacht, and midgetmobile doesn't exactly scream "success" to me.
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01-04-2008, 08:49 PM | #3 |
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Ute coming as the G8 ST
i was browsen threw utube when i came across the el-camino looken car from holden.
http://youtube.com/watch?v=acNkX1RY8CA i personaly dont like the look but all the technology behide it is pretty amazing.
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01-04-2008, 09:26 PM | #4 |
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That's what the G8 ST is based on.
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01-25-2008, 03:26 PM | #5 |
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Ute coming as the G8 ST
We knew the Holden Ute was coming but according to this it will be the G8 ST (Sport Truck) and have the L76.
http://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-new...k-ar51242.html |
01-25-2008, 09:31 PM | #6 |
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Cool!! I really think this will be a hit in the states. People looking for a mild-use, small 'pickup' of sorts, while also have a yearning for performance.
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01-26-2008, 02:36 AM | #7 |
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Not bad. But, I hope production #'s will be low. I don't know about ya'll, but I don't see too many being sold. I just don't see the need for the public. Hey, I could be wrong and I sure do hope the sell.
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01-26-2008, 09:44 AM | #8 |
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I like Pontiac.. but no offense, I don't really like this truck. :\. Hopefully they sell though..
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01-26-2008, 10:28 AM | #9 |
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I like this car or truck, what ever it is. But I see it as much more of a novelty than a practical vehicle. Still cool though
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Review of Holden VE Utility (G8 ST) from InsideLine
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01-26-2008, 03:17 PM | #11 |
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I'm sure it will be low volume, but Pontiac will be a niche brand anyway, so it fits. This will be a great competitor to the Tacoma X-Runner. So its looking like GMC will be showing a 4 door concept of this soon. I think a 4 door sport truck and the wagon would have been great for GMC, but the wagon is now apparently not coming stateside. They would have been good companion vehicles to the Acadia though.
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03-14-2008, 11:34 PM | #12 |
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Wow! New Pontiac G8 El Camino just came out!
I just saw this come out - first pictures I've seen of the new Pontiac G8 ute, and GM wants everybody to help name it!
There's a ton of pictures and video at http://jalopnik.com/366699/2010-pont...camino-is-back |
03-15-2008, 12:31 AM | #13 |
Looks more like a cross between a grand am and that little truck that subaru used to make. At least I think it was subaru.
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03-15-2008, 12:38 AM | #14 |
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The First Ever G8 Brat?
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