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Right.. but my biggest concern is WTF they are not using that SWEET engine in anything else.. including the 3.0LTT. I love GM.. I just don't get GM sometimes. If I ran that part of the company U fukkers and all enthusiasts would be outside my house daily asking for red Kool-Aid and singing KumBahya, just using the extraordinary technology they have on the shelfs collecting dust

The proper RWD/AWD platform and drivetrain alone make the Aviator more appealing to me than the XT6, and the styling. Nothing retro about it that I can see.

@dfelt rly? Lincoln Aviator being cheeep? cadillac xt6. cheeeeeeeep. the stinger GT mops the floor with the GS because RWD. In no way is this Buick compelling unless you get a TourX. At that point it does not compete with a Stinger.

heh-heh..I guess I've run that one into the ground, haven't I?

Alas, the 'tablet glued to the dash' approach seems to be the way most automakers are going with their touchscreens...I prefer the integrated approach FCA does on most of their products. I don't like all black interiors either (or all gray interiors)...too gloomy. I prefer two tone interiors w/ a light and dark color contrasting or two light shades (like tan and lt brown)>

Subaru had a V6 Legacy GT around 2005.. I think BV had one for a while. I'm looking forward to reading how the Buick compares to the Stinger GT.

It's funny..this car is a similar formula (midsize, AWD, V6) to a short lived model from 30 years ago..kind of the spiritual successor to the 6000 STE AWD... https://oppositelock.kinja.com/1989-pontiac-6000ste-awd-a-unicorn-s-unicorn-1682154654

I googled her. She aint as dumb as we think she is. She settled out of court and I think got enough money to buy herself a Toyota... Unless the links of her information is an April Fool's joke just like what her manager did as a stunt for that contest...she beat the system...

You know you're a fanboy when... The only 2-3 people who have actually said nice things about the XT6 have been ridiculous Cadillac/GM fanboys. It's as rehashed a product as there is on the market and it's supposed to be brand new. "Dare Greatly" - Really? Cadillac took ZERO chances rehashing a FWD appliance for their "marque" brand. He says anything that isn't GM looks old or is retro so take his opinion on "retro" with a grain of salt.

Will read both reviews but as is....would not even darken the door of my local Buick dealer for a test drive with the Stinger on the market. Open my mind and convince me....

^^^ That is a neat idea. Id buy one yesterday and I woudnt care which country of origin the maker comes from.

Now if they would make something like a Roomba for shoveling/snow blowing of the driveway.

The Audi is much better looking IMHO....and I am not just saying that to be difficult. Between this and an A4....the Buick would not have much to offer IMHO.

Yup! I never thought of that. Awesome observation! Ill just add this because there is another point I wanna make: And then Acura took over in that spot in the 1990s, taking market share away from Pontiac AND Oldsmobile. Which brings me to this point I wanna make: Instead of thinking this Regal GS is like an Audi lite, Im thinking this is a better successor and much better looking 2009-2014 Acura TL.

I feel you man. I remember telling someone once that if I was to write a book on all of the boneheaded decisions made by GM, it would turn into a 26 encyclopedia set. In terms of design, yes. Material quality? Not really as there some place where it is noticeable that GM has employed some cost-cutting measures.

But this way, its customizable.... someone in miami who doesn't need the button can move it off the page in favor of something else.

I'll be starting a total frameoff restoration/rebuild/modification of my wife's 2002 GMC Yukon in the next couple weeks. I will chronicle the job here. Will post before pics soon. The plan is, take it down to the frame, sandblast and powercoat the frame and most things attached to it. Add an air locker to the rear end, lift it about 2inches. Modify it to use a stick transfer case instead of the push button setup it has, lockouts on the front wheels. Repaint it from white to purple, rebuild trans to handle larger tires, rebuild engine to about 350hp. Interior mostly stock but recover the seats and new carpet

Sweet lowrider!

The Kia Stinger has been one of the most hotly anticipated vehicles in recent years. Here was a model that promised to rival models from luxury brands in terms styling, performance, and handling at a lower price. It felt like Kia was bitting off more they could chew, but I was willing to give it a chance. After spending a week in a Stinger GT1, I have to say it delivers on most of those promises. Depending on where you look at the Stinger, the impression will range from something quite beautiful to a bit of a mess. Straight on the front, the Stinger looks like something from an Italian or German automaker with a narrow front grille, distinctive cuts on for the bumper, and a slightly contoured hood. The back is neatly shaped with a rounded tailgate, taillights that run the length of the rear end, and quad exhaust pipes. But the Stinger’s design begins to lose some elegance when looked at from an angle. Take the rear as an example. The way Kia tries to bring the coupe-like roofline, bulging rear fenders, 19-inch wheels, and taillights that extend into the fenders ends up looking somewhat awkward. Color also plays a big role in making or breaking the Stinger’s look. In the case of my tester, the white does help minimize some of the polarizing parts of the vehicle. Going with red only emphasizes them and that will turn off some folks. Compared to the outgoing and expressive look of the exterior, the Stinger’s interior is quite disappointing. The minimalist approach Kia employs in the Stinger with minimal brightwork and narrow center stack doesn’t fully fit the exclusive image being presented outside. Not helping are some of the materials used in the Stinger. Considering that Kia is pitting this model against the likes of Audi and BMW, some of the plastics don’t match up to the image being portrayed. The front seats in the Stinger GT offer excellent back support, along with numerous power adjustments including side bolstering. I did wish the bottom cushion was slightly longer to allow for better thigh support. Those sitting in the back will find adequate legroom, but headroom is tight due to the sloping roofline. It was a bit disappointing that Kia doesn’t offer seat heaters for the rear, considering some of their other models like the Optima offer it. One place that the Stinger excels at is cargo space. Open the rear hatch and you’ll find 23.3 cubic feet of space. This expands to 40.9 when the rear seats are folded. Only the Buick Regal Sportback and BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe offer more space. The Stinger GT uses an 8-inch touchscreen featuring Kia’s UVO infotainment system. We have heaped much praise on UVO on the system being simple to use and offering a number of features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. I don’t like the placement of touchscreen on top of the dash as it makes hard to reach. Kia should consider adding some sort of control knob on the center console to improve overall usability. GT models get a 3.3L twin-turbo V6 with 365 horsepower and 376 pound-feet of torque. This comes paired with an eight-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. Our tester came with the optional all-wheel drive system. I have experienced this engine in Genesis G80 Sport and G90, and have raved about how it delivers ample power no matter the driving situation, along with minimal turbo lag. Those same traits continue in the Stinger GT as the engine moves the vehicle at a surprising rate. The eight-speed automatic transmission delivers rapid and smooth shifts. The big downside the twin-turbo V6 is fuel economy. EPA rates the Stinger GT at 19 City/25 Highway/21 Combined for both rear and all-wheel drive. My average for the week landed around 18.2 mpg partly due to me dipping a bit too much into the boost. Kia has been making a big deal about how the Stinger GT can rival competitors from other brands in terms of handling. They bring up how Albert Biermann, the former head at BMW’s M performance division, helped in the development of the chassis. Seems like a lot of talk, but the good news is that Kia has delivered. Down a winding road, the Stinger GT exhibits qualities seen on such vehicles like the Cadillac ATS and Lexus IS 350 F-Sport with excellent body control and a willingness to quickly transition from one corner to another. Steering is where Kia could do some more work as it doesn’t quite have the same feel or weight as those models mentioned above. Ride quality is another area where Stinger GT is surprising. Despite the 19-inch wheels and sporty suspension setup, the Stinger GT provides a compliant ride with only large bumps making their way inside. Road noise is noticeable, due mostly to the summer tire and wheel setup on the vehicle. Wind noise was kept to very acceptable levels. The Kia Stinger seems to be similar in the overall idea as the K900 in serving as an attainable halo vehicle. While the K900 aimed at those wanting something along the lines of an S-Class or 7-Series, the Stinger GT serves those who something that can rival the likes the BMW 3/4-Series, Audi A4/A5, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class not only in terms of performance, but also in luxury. The end result is mixed. Kia has nailed down the performance and exterior styling, but the interior doesn’t fully match the ambitions being presented. Fuel economy could be slightly better. But the biggest problem for the Stinger GT is convincing buyers to spend almost $50,000 on a Kia. My GT1 AWD tester with a few options came to an as-tested price of $48,350. Telling someone you spent that much for a Kia sedan will raise some eyebrows. Despite how good the Stinger GT is to look at or drive, the Kia badge on the front will ultimately push most people away. If you’re part of a small group who could care less about what badge is fitted onto a vehicle, then you’ll find the Stinger GT is a very impressive package. Disclaimer: Kia Provided the Stinger, Insurance, and One Tank of Gas Year: 2018 Make: Kia Model: Stinger Trim: GT1 AWD Engine: 3.3L Twin-Turbo V6 Driveline: Eight-Speed Automatic, All-Wheel Drive Horsepower @ RPM: 365 @ 6,000 Torque @ RPM: 376 @ 1,300-4,500 Fuel Economy: City/Highway/Combined - 19/25/21 Curb Weight: 4,023 lbs Location of Manufacture: Sohari, South Korea Base Price: $45,450 As Tested Price: $48,350 (Includes $900.00 Destination Charge) Options: Advanced Driver Assistance Package - $2,000 View full article

Even with my anti Ford bias Lincoln wins that one hands down. I really sense this Buick will be a dud. Seriously.

I got nothing unless you have a preference for for Buick badged Opel "FWD based transverse engine lease appliances" to borrow from Robert.

To Quote "Total Recall" OPEN YOUR MIND

The rear end looks Maserati-sh... the greenhouse from the side looks a lot like the previous Optima. I like the front and interior, esp. in the two tone.

Funny you mention the Stinger GT... Review: 2018 Kia Stinger GT1 AWD

not that I'm aware of.

Do you think you might consider this an Audi "lite"?

Well I happen to 5'8" and can say I can get out of the front with no issue. Can't say about the back yet. That will likely be answered in my full review. It can, but you need to still give a fair amount of throttle to get the power sent.

Was -3F this morning when I got up.. Now up to 1F and sunny..heat wave coming, supposed to be 50 Sunday..which will melt all the snow and make a mess...

Name: 1991 Chevy S10 Category: Vehicles Date Added: 2019-01-30 Submitter: JustHatched 1991 Chevy S10

XTS V-Sport is not defunct. Still there as the Platinum option.

3°F this morning ...

Can the GS mode send more torque to the rear? I thought that was a feature of that particular AWD system.

Is there anything at all compelling about it to warrant its high asking price in relation to other choices?

I absolutely love it. A LOT of creativity...love the dash. Paintwork looks really fantastic. Love the 60's era Chevy truck behind you in one of the pics.

Trans has had the valve body modded a little to shift harder, transbrake, carbon fiber band, hardened races. Diff has 4:10 gear, Detroit Tru Trac, Moser shafts It does not have a blower, it does a dual carter carbs. I will post engine pics. They are in my phone which I forgot at work.

I love what you did with the front end. Great look! I love the blowers. Those are blowers, right? I love the colour. I love the interior. Its an awesome little truck.

^ Torch time.

Very cool sounding project. Look forward to following your Journey!

THIS is why GM needs Cadillac to take on Tesla.

Hooters Girl, smart cookie!

383 stroker

For some people, it clearly does.

After shuttering my business after a decade winning some and losing too much.... I am working in sales in CDJR dealership. I can say unequivocally that the new 1500 is a well done truck, and the Big Horn/Longhorn model is my favorite (nicely priced and optioned without having to pay Laramie money). Most of my customers that have purchased the Big Horns have been my most enthusiastic about the truck, as well. The only real complaint I have with the truck is the new tailgate. In trying to improve on the design they made it worse (in the way that I think German engineering fails at times... by over complication).

Welcome to Ye'Old C&G. I'm the landlord around these parts. Make yourself at home. We're a friendly lot, though we can get feisty with each other at times, it's all in good fun. That's what happens when a forum has a lot of the same people visiting for a decade or more.

Hybrids & electrics have been here going on 2 decades; I don't think 'getting used to it' applies anymore.

I wouldn't say no one likes colors. Here is most of what we have had in the last 15 years: Midnight Blue Saturn Ruby Red Saturn Granite Gray Saab Mediterranean Blue Metallic Ford Flex (there may still be a picture of it on here somewhere - very cool teal color) Redline Red Dodge Jazz Blue Chrysler Blue Ray Metallic Chevy True Blue Chrysler White Chrysler Velvet Red Chrysler Radiant Silver Metallic Cadillac As you can see, it is mostly blues and reds. Have never had any problem selling any of them because of the color either. That being said, you sadly are correct that most people don't want colors. My inlaws only buy white vehicles. Doesn't matter what they get, it has to be white. Never really understood it. To me most white vehicles make me think rental or commercial vehicle unless it is a somewhat sporty car.