gm4life

You as well... I was hoping you were going to come out and tell us the details of the new Zeta Chevrolet!

I would love too, but my dealer never had GMC so I can't help you out.

Sad day, I hope they come out with a 7.0Lish Gen 5 motor someday to replace the big block. Although you still can get them and will be able to through GM Performance Parts thankfully.

Got my laugh in for the day. I want a video of this.

Glad you agree, I really don't think when GM has the car I want, it is too much to ask for.

You see I can't. I would love a classic GM RWD car or two someday, but for me the comfort (peace of mind) and warranty all make a difference to me. Problem is I am not going to try to drive a 25 year old car on my 3,000-5,000 mile family vacation, nor put up with all the little issues with one as a daily driver. Aside of getting a freshly restored one from the buttom up it just simply couldn't do the same task as say yes a boring new car, and if I could afford a restored one it wouldn't be driven across the country or to work everyday anyways. So that leaves the classic for a weekend/nice weather toy, and a yes boring late model GM car for other. My question is simple why can't GM sell the Caprice PPV to us, because for me the Camaro is just a little too small. (My head hits the roof when inside with a sunroof) So yes, I want a practical fullsize four door Zeta based RWD car from Chevrolet, and they already have them around the world so why can't we get them? (The rumored Chevy 'SS' would be great also!) Also a nice GTOish, 2+2 couldn't hurt, either and would make a great Chevelle. Do I want it both ways? Certainly the peace of mind of a new car with the soul/spirit of a RWD V8 powered beast. But really is that too much to ask for?

Love it, but I was hoping for a 5.3L V8 or a twin-turbo 3.6L setup. Actually if I was in the market for a large CUV, the Acadia Denali (FWD) and Enclave CXL (FWD) would be at the top of my list.

What a baby, the big three have been getting it for years. My advice "man up" and get used to it.

Correct it needs a red arrow head, having said that they can call it whatever they want on the title, just not on the car.

Exactly, I don't want to see GMC make cars. If they do it has to be Pontiac by GMC and Oldsmobile by GMC. The last affordable RWD full size RWD four door is the much loved '96 Impala SS and Caprice.

Hell my local dealer (jerk) even has a 2009 V6 in gray left. This is dealer that sold his last new Poncho months ago. It suddenly showed up in the Pontiac showroom, window sticker and all. I have about 50 G8 GT's left with in a few hours, no GXP's (duh, last one was outside Chicago a few months ago), and tons of V6's yet. Then again I am in Iowa.

I understand where you are coming from... But it is kind of like having faith in a blind eye doctor yah know? As for the GMC comment I am sorry GMC badged cars won't do it for me. I am not opposed to a GMC Truck/SUV/Van but car, no way. Now if it was a Pontiac (insert model here) by GMC I could deal with that. However I am in favor of a GMC Zeta based UTE and a Zeta based car for Chevrolet. (Or any other car brand for that matter, just Chevy should be first in line.) I am really sorry I believe I cannot put believe GM and RWD all in the same sentance. I believe they can and will do great things with FWD/AWD cars and RWD/4WD/AWD trucks and SUV's but not cars. They have shown me nothing outside of the FWD/AWD cars and RWD/4WD/AWD trucks for me to believe in. Now ask me can they do it? Of course, and if a GMC UTE and Chevy "SS" along with the Caprice for fleet/gov't is on the way that just might do it. I just need to see the RWD cars to believe. In the past 10 even 15 years RWD cars have no been a GM strong point (outside of the Corvette). Sorry 98, I can't believe in what I can't see when it comes to RWD. That is why I have opened the door to a Caprice for me, and can now get one, by jumping through a couple of hoops. I am just taking lemons and making lemonade and getting another option. For me if the new "SS" is SWB a Caprice still might be a better fit for me, if I am going big, I might as well go all out. If you recall I was the one drooling over the China spec Park Ave back in 2007? Well the Caprice is darn close! Plus it offers the right motor!

I know but just "SS", I think that is confusing. Bel Air would be interesting though, and is a GREAT name, one I never thought of. I do agree with what you are saying. We are most def. on the same page.

Just thinking out loud, I do really wonder what they will call this new "SS" if we get it? Still there is something oddly appealing about the Caprice so long as I can get the 9C1 with a full cloth interior. Given the fact the current 9C1 Impala comes either way cloth or vinyl in the rear it wouldn't suprise me. When we get this new model it would be interesting to see the Caprice 9C1/9C3 for law/gov and if in fact the consumers get the same car (LWB Zeta, of cource with the MCE) for civilians. This would make it different that the G8 (size and focus) and ensuring it will slot well above the EP II Impala size wise. Still dreaming...

Glad to here they got the Chevy. I was worrying the Honda would win. I would have done the same thing. Wishing them many happy miles with it!

Sweet, almost desktop worthy. (I just love what I have too much to give it up!)

Poor bastard, I feel kind of bad for him. Any structure that is that weak shouldn't be up. He didn't hit it at 50mph or anything like that.

I was. Can't wait to find out how it went. Anything with a 454 and Turbo 400 kick's ass in my book.

Exactly why I have looked into getting a Caprice.

I understand, but I think even a slightly rebadged G8 (aka Commodore) in Chevy garb (within a year or so) would be a sales hit. It would certainly make up for the lost G8 sales and then some. I am figuring I am just going to have to wait to see what GM does. Still I am, in show me mode. Once I see I'll believe it.

I realy do hope so. I want the Camino just for Camino, but I would bet a four door sedan if it happens is most likely. Having said that I doubt anything is being ruled out.

Love it. That thing is great! Thanks for sharing the photos, how about a Zeta photoshoot?

Go for it. They always were great looking cars especially with the MCE.

Aside of the timing issue I agree with your statement. I just have to see the damn car now. Once I see it I will believe. Kind of like St. Nick, you know? I really don't know exactly what Zeta I want but it will have 8 cylinders and most likely be a four door. As for the Caprice, I like keeping my options open and always like having a choice. Or a back-up plan should GM wuss out. GM would have my attention with a roomy 2 door Zeta (think GTOish) so long as it wasn't alot more than say a Camaro SS. But yes for those who want one, it can be done.

Good to know! Now how about those photographs? I can't wait to drool over this sweetie.