~ TransAms + 08 ZO6 + 08 models : )
Monte Of The Month -- February 2008
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RE: ~ 30th Anniversary Bandit TransAms ~ + more : )
Space, once again, I still think I'd like to see the 1970 style Nerf Bumper and round headlight retro look better then the 1976-77 square head lights.
Except for a few 455 H.O. 's, those models with the square lamps had absolutely no 'nads.
All those mid '70 GM's were horrible cars and the current "Bandit" concept brings bad memories of those weak gas hogs.
Except for a few 455 H.O. 's, those models with the square lamps had absolutely no 'nads.
All those mid '70 GM's were horrible cars and the current "Bandit" concept brings bad memories of those weak gas hogs.
RE: ~ 30th Anniversary Bandit TransAms ~ + more : )
[align=center]GM Updated 2008 Models[/align][align=center]New York Auto Show 2007[/align][align=center]
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The revised 2008 Cadillac STS topped the list of updated GM cars that made their debut in New York. First seen on the Sixteen concept, the STS receives a new grille design that is added to both the Escalade and the new 2008 CTS.
Other revisions include vertical headlights with large dual lenses are now enclosed in aluminized single-piece bezels, side air extractors, a new lower front fascia and narrower side market lights.
Standard is a 298-horsepower direct-injection 3.6-liter V6 engine that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available for the first time on the V6 version are Intellibeam headlights that automatically switch gradually from high beam to low beam when another vehicle is approaching or the car is approaching taillights.
The 2008 Cadillac STS will offer a new performance handling package, enhanced variable-effort steering with StabiliTrak on V8 versions, new lane departure warning and blind spot alerts. The performance handling package includes 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, chrome-plated wheels, 255/45R18 Michelin Pilot Sport summer performance tires and Brembo brakes with four-piston calipers.
The new version of StabiliTrak adds active front steering to turn the front wheels into the skid when the rear wheels lose traction. The system includes a new steering motor assembly combined with computer-driven electronic controls that measure wheel slippage at all four wheels independently during acceleration, braking and adverse road conditions.
The lane departure system utilizes cameras mounted in the outside rear view mirrors to read the lines in the road and alert the driver with audible and visual signals when the car moves to another lane. The blind spot alert system is radar-based and will provide a visual alert in the outside mirror when a vehicle is in a certain zone relative to the car.
The 2008 STS is expected to go on sale by the middle of the summer 2007 and pricing will be announced at a later time.
New Buick Models
The 2008 Buick LaCrosse Super and the 2008 Buick Lucerne Super debuted at the New York Auto Show and marked the return of the “Super” name to identify premium Buick models.
“We’re bringing back the Super badge to represent our most premium models,” announced Steve Shannon, Buick general manager. “Our Supers are not just about increase horsepower; they represent an elevation in design, premium content and ride-characteristics that are exclusive to the Super badge.”
Engineered for Buick by the GM Performance Division, the LaCrosse Super is powered by a 300-horsepower 5.3-liter V8 with GM’s Active Fuel Management technology and the chassis has been sport-tuned for more responsive handling characteristics.
The Lucerne Super is powered by a 292-horsepower version of the Northstar V8 engine with a sport-tuned version of Lucerne’s Magnetic Ride Control system.
The LaCrosse Super received a new grille, hood and front fascia with a lower grille opening with chrome trim and chrome fog light bezels. New portholes in the fenders, new rocker moldings, a
[/align][align=center][:-]Click below link to view [:-][/align][align=center]http://autoshow.autos.msn.com/autosh...mentid=4653097[/align][align=center][/align]The revised 2008 Cadillac STS topped the list of updated GM cars that made their debut in New York. First seen on the Sixteen concept, the STS receives a new grille design that is added to both the Escalade and the new 2008 CTS.
Other revisions include vertical headlights with large dual lenses are now enclosed in aluminized single-piece bezels, side air extractors, a new lower front fascia and narrower side market lights.
Standard is a 298-horsepower direct-injection 3.6-liter V6 engine that is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. Available for the first time on the V6 version are Intellibeam headlights that automatically switch gradually from high beam to low beam when another vehicle is approaching or the car is approaching taillights.
The 2008 Cadillac STS will offer a new performance handling package, enhanced variable-effort steering with StabiliTrak on V8 versions, new lane departure warning and blind spot alerts. The performance handling package includes 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, chrome-plated wheels, 255/45R18 Michelin Pilot Sport summer performance tires and Brembo brakes with four-piston calipers.
The new version of StabiliTrak adds active front steering to turn the front wheels into the skid when the rear wheels lose traction. The system includes a new steering motor assembly combined with computer-driven electronic controls that measure wheel slippage at all four wheels independently during acceleration, braking and adverse road conditions.
The lane departure system utilizes cameras mounted in the outside rear view mirrors to read the lines in the road and alert the driver with audible and visual signals when the car moves to another lane. The blind spot alert system is radar-based and will provide a visual alert in the outside mirror when a vehicle is in a certain zone relative to the car.
The 2008 STS is expected to go on sale by the middle of the summer 2007 and pricing will be announced at a later time.
New Buick Models
The 2008 Buick LaCrosse Super and the 2008 Buick Lucerne Super debuted at the New York Auto Show and marked the return of the “Super” name to identify premium Buick models.
“We’re bringing back the Super badge to represent our most premium models,” announced Steve Shannon, Buick general manager. “Our Supers are not just about increase horsepower; they represent an elevation in design, premium content and ride-characteristics that are exclusive to the Super badge.”
Engineered for Buick by the GM Performance Division, the LaCrosse Super is powered by a 300-horsepower 5.3-liter V8 with GM’s Active Fuel Management technology and the chassis has been sport-tuned for more responsive handling characteristics.
The Lucerne Super is powered by a 292-horsepower version of the Northstar V8 engine with a sport-tuned version of Lucerne’s Magnetic Ride Control system.
The LaCrosse Super received a new grille, hood and front fascia with a lower grille opening with chrome trim and chrome fog light bezels. New portholes in the fenders, new rocker moldings, a
RE: ~ 30th Anniversary Bandit TransAms ~ + more : )
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2008 CORVETTE: ICONIC SPORTS CAR RECEIVES LARGER, MORE POWERFUL LS3 6.2L V-8 AND HOST OF DRIVING, INTERIOR REFINEMENTS
Get comfortable. There’s so much new and exciting with the 2008 Corvette that you’ll want to grab a hot drink, sidle up to your computer screen and absorb all the details.
The changes involve everything from an all-new, larger and more powerful V-8 engine to refinements in driving characteristics that solidify the Corvette’s position as the preeminent American sports car – and further the argument that it is one of the world’s best. There are also a host of exterior and interior refinements that raise the Corvette’s luxury status and enhance the feeling of craftsmanship.
“Corvette is an uncompromising sports car that rewards its owners with impeccable performance and great comfort,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “The changes and enhancements to the 2008 Corvette reflect continual improvements that speak to Chevrolet’s unflagging commitment to building the best sports car – and with nearly 55 years of experience, the Corvette just keeps getting better and better.”
Also back again for ’08 is the 505-horsepower Corvette Z06, an American super car that has won over enthusiasts, journalists and racers around the world for its balance of racetrack-bred performance, daily-driving civility and value.
Here’s a look at the new and enhanced features for ’08 Corvette models:
Engine – A new, 6.2L LS3 small-block V-8 is the standard engine in Coupe and Convertible models. It is rated at 430 horsepower (321 kW)* and 424 lb.-ft. of torque (586 Nm)* with the standard exhaust system; with the new, optional two-mode exhaust system, power ratings increase to 436 horses / 325 kW and 428 lb.-ft. / 592 Nm. As a result, the standard Corv
[/align]For release: April 27, 2007, 12:01 a.m. EST
CHEVROLET CORVETTE & CORVETTE Z06
New for 2008
[ul][*][align=center]All-new LS3 6.2L V-8 engine for Coupe and Convertible: [/align][*][align=center]430 hp (321 kW)* [/align][*][align=center]424 lb.-ft. of torque (575 Nm)* [/align][*][align=center]436 hp / 428 lb.-ft. (325 kW / 580 Nm)* with new, optional dual-mode exhaust system [/align][*][align=center]High-flow cylinder heads [/align][*][align=center]Enhanced valvetrain [/align][*][align=center]High-flow intake manifold [/align][*][align=center]Larger-bore block with structural enhancements [/align][*][align=center]Improved manual transmission shift effort [/align][*][align=center]Quicker shift times on paddle-shift six-speed automatic [/align][*][align=center]2.73 performance axle ratio available with six-speed paddle shift; included with Z51 package [/align][*][align=center]Improved steering feel [/align][*][align=center]Standard split-spoke cast aluminum wheel design for Coupe and Convertible (Competition Gray finish optional) [/align][*][align=center]Available polished forged aluminum wheel design [/align][*][align=center]New Keyless Access remote key fob with integrated key [/align][*][align=center]Interior trim enhancements for all models, including wrapped center trim plate with Cyber pattern and new, brushed aluminum accents [/align][*][align=center]Custom Leather-Wrapped Interior Package available for all models in exclusive, new Linen and Sienna colors [/align][*][align=center]New sill plates [/align][*][align=center]iPod/MP3 jack included on all sound systems except navigation (Personal Audio Link available as accessory for navigation system) [/align][*][align=center]OnStar and XM Satellite Radio standard on all models [/align][*][align=center]Auto-dimming mirrors with compass standard on all models [/align][*][align=center]Two new premium exterior colors: Jetstream Blue Metallic Tintcoat and Crystal Red Metallic Tintcoat [/align][/ul][center]CHEVROLET CORVETTE & CORVETTE Z06
New for 2008
2008 CORVETTE: ICONIC SPORTS CAR RECEIVES LARGER, MORE POWERFUL LS3 6.2L V-8 AND HOST OF DRIVING, INTERIOR REFINEMENTS
Get comfortable. There’s so much new and exciting with the 2008 Corvette that you’ll want to grab a hot drink, sidle up to your computer screen and absorb all the details.
The changes involve everything from an all-new, larger and more powerful V-8 engine to refinements in driving characteristics that solidify the Corvette’s position as the preeminent American sports car – and further the argument that it is one of the world’s best. There are also a host of exterior and interior refinements that raise the Corvette’s luxury status and enhance the feeling of craftsmanship.
“Corvette is an uncompromising sports car that rewards its owners with impeccable performance and great comfort,” said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager. “The changes and enhancements to the 2008 Corvette reflect continual improvements that speak to Chevrolet’s unflagging commitment to building the best sports car – and with nearly 55 years of experience, the Corvette just keeps getting better and better.”
Also back again for ’08 is the 505-horsepower Corvette Z06, an American super car that has won over enthusiasts, journalists and racers around the world for its balance of racetrack-bred performance, daily-driving civility and value.
Here’s a look at the new and enhanced features for ’08 Corvette models:
Engine – A new, 6.2L LS3 small-block V-8 is the standard engine in Coupe and Convertible models. It is rated at 430 horsepower (321 kW)* and 424 lb.-ft. of torque (586 Nm)* with the standard exhaust system; with the new, optional two-mode exhaust system, power ratings increase to 436 horses / 325 kW and 428 lb.-ft. / 592 Nm. As a result, the standard Corv
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