2007 Buick GNX
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2007 Buick GNX
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 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 458 horsepower and with 469 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.
General Information
Price: $38,500
Miles Per Gallon: 19/25 mpg
Curb Weight: 3598 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/AWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Engine
Type: DOHC V6
Displacement: 3600 cc
Horsepower: 458 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 469 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 6500 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
0-100 mph: 10.1 sec
Quarter Mile: 12.5 sec @ 112.5 mph
Skidpad: .96g
Top Speed: 179 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 115 ft
Slalom Speed: 66.4 mph
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Last time I had this much fun some furniture got broken!
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2007 GNX = GMInsider FORUM PHOTOSHOP CONTEST!!! OMG! 
If you dont believe me see them all here! http://forums.gminsidenews.com/forumdisplay.php?f=50
If you dont believe me see them all here! http://forums.gminsidenews.com/forumdisplay.php?f=50
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Rep Power: 0 It looks way way too much like a GTO, the best part about the old GNX/Grand Nationals was that they looked like a lot of other Buicks except for subtle styling differences, twin hood scoops and slotted/crossed drilled rotors don't quite get that whole sleeper look down.
thefivespeeder, they dropped oldsmobile and they are rumored to be dropping buick. pontiac is making its way up more and more, (although its never really hit a terrible rut like olds did) and gmc well its gmc they are great lol (good argument)
anyways is this just specualtion or is this page BS????
anyways is this just specualtion or is this page BS????
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It looks way way too much like a GTO, the best part about the old GNX/Grand Nationals was that they looked like a lot of other Buicks except for subtle styling differences, twin hood scoops and slotted/crossed drilled rotors don't quite get that whole sleeper look down.
grand national
regal
monte carlo
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General Information
Price: $38,500
Miles Per Gallon: 19/25 mpg
Curb Weight: 3598 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/AWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Engine
Type: DOHC V6
Displacement: 3600 cc
Horsepower: 458 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 469 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 6500 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
0-100 mph: 10.1 sec
Quarter Mile: 12.5 sec @ 112.5 mph
Skidpad: .96g
Top Speed: 179 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 115 ft
Slalom Speed: 66.4 mph
Price: $38,500
Miles Per Gallon: 19/25 mpg
Curb Weight: 3598 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/AWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Engine
Type: DOHC V6
Displacement: 3600 cc
Horsepower: 458 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 469 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 6500 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph: 4.1 sec
0-100 mph: 10.1 sec
Quarter Mile: 12.5 sec @ 112.5 mph
Skidpad: .96g
Top Speed: 179 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 115 ft
Slalom Speed: 66.4 mph
its a Photoshop, and the gto isnt really the gto its the holden monaro in austrailia because its been there for years more than here, they also still have the el camno (ute) the caprice and something else but i forgot it.
www.gm.com look at all the company symbols and click more next to saab and holden and seat should pop up or holden and something
www.gm.com look at all the company symbols and click more next to saab and holden and seat should pop up or holden and something
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Damn i would love to see it, my best friends dad is the guru of Grand nationals, Those cars eat anything and everything alive. Ive been around them since I was 10 and nothing comes close to the v6 turbo. If they did bring them back, i wish they would do it on the same platform, auto,v6 single turbo rwd, no need for awd and twinturbo, there is a reason why they are the corvette killer. lol
Last I heard about the whole buick thing is that they're shutting down a plant here in Michigan. I dont think theyre getting rid of Buick though. GM is revamping all of their lines (Cadillac, Pontiac, Buick). Imports are cutting in hardcore into their profits :-D. Cadillac was the first to get the revamp thats why theres been so many models for them first and then they moved the CEO or whatever he was for Cadillac to Pontiac to do the same thing he did for Cadillac for Pontiac. Here where I live its ALL about the stangs, ricey cavs, and the infamous SUNFIRE (hate those cars). Civics are getting more and more noticeable here now, but most people around who drive vics are old people who drive with their hands at 10 and 2, u know haha!!
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Rep Power: 315 In my younger days, I owned a '81 Regal. Very nice cars back then. I still see a few of them around, along with the cutlasses and monte carlos. It would be nice to see the GNX revived with a modern platform, but I don't see it happening. It's a miracle that the GTO was approved, considering the Camaro and Firebird were cancelled just a few years ago.
I also question how well they could accomplish it with their horrible track record at GM for bringing back old names with very lackluster results. Just look at the Monte Carlo and Malibu. The old SS Monte was a great car for it's time and the Chevelle Malibus were a great mid size car with optional v8s. But they bring back the names for a 2 door Lumina and a pathetic small economy car. WTF?! Then you consider that they can't build a decent and cheap RWD platform and have to get one from Austrailia to make a new GTO and I lose all respect for their RWD cars.
I also question how well they could accomplish it with their horrible track record at GM for bringing back old names with very lackluster results. Just look at the Monte Carlo and Malibu. The old SS Monte was a great car for it's time and the Chevelle Malibus were a great mid size car with optional v8s. But they bring back the names for a 2 door Lumina and a pathetic small economy car. WTF?! Then you consider that they can't build a decent and cheap RWD platform and have to get one from Austrailia to make a new GTO and I lose all respect for their RWD cars.
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GNX with AWD? Wow, sounds like they're aiming for the STi with that one.Can they do it? I don't know. I like the look though. It looks far better than any Buick I've seen so far.
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Rep Power: 291 ummmmmmmmmmm.......sorry your parade.. thats a holden commodore. one of the big dogs used in austrailia. this and the monaro are being brought to the staes to imporve sluggish sales gms had over the years. never seen a comodore, if you got gt4 check its v8 pushing 450.
