Tuesday, January 16, 2007

Grand Prix replacement spotted in Australia.



We at autozealot apologize for the break in posting, we're based in Detroit and have been without power for a while here, but were back online. Hopefully this spy shot will make up for it. It appears that a replacement for the long in the tooth Grand Prix has been spotted in Australia. Bob Lutz leaked a little info at the NAIAS this week, but says more to come at the Chicago show in February. What we do know about it, we like. First and most importantly, it's a rear drive setup. It will be based on the Holden SS, and will be badged as the Pontiac G8. Other details are the G8 will come with a choice of V6 or V8 engines, including a 6.0-liter 362-hp, 390-lb-ft V8 coupled to a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. Price wise, it's estimated to be in the $25,000 range.
Judging from the spy shots, this re-badged Holden seems to be well on it's way with new Pontiac sheet metal. GM has been really improving it's image lately, but unfortunately the designs seem to be coming more from overseas than from it's Detroit base.

[Source: Autoweek]

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