HarleyEarl

I just can't beat Balthazar's immense knowledge of concepts. I thought this one would stump everyone. :) It's the Pontiac GTO concept:

I read that it depends in what plants these cars are made. Chevrolet's rebadges come from different ones than does Suzukis. Chevy has not had the same quality issues.

Exactly, they should transplant one of the Opel models here to put the Ion out of it's misery. Do a blatant rebadge. Anything would be better than the awful Ion.

When the Smart is introduced into America it will sell very well in certain marketplaces. I predict that you will see them everywhere in California..especially the cabriolet.

The B-Class is now available on Canadian dealership lots.

The Buick Century is the car of choice for this demographic. Safe, reliable and predictable.

Definitely the PT Cruiser, I have never seen anyone young drive these.

What make and model is this concept? It never saw production.

I almost never like Renault concepts, but liked this one, the Iguana:

Really these cars are not that far from Buick traditions when you look back. For a few years Buick sold Opels here as Buick Opels.

LOL...yes there would be an uprising. Pontiac doesn't even have those in the USA.

Please, GM, never do this again:

The 2005 Buick Excelle sedan & HRV hatchback, sold in China:

...and well some people are shorter lol. I just hope the short people can see the heads-up display.

Here's my little contribution:

Mitsubishi Colt with retractable top: EDAG No.8: Citroen Concept:

Wiesmann GT1:

The HVS seems to look better in these photos:

Since the new site up....some avatars don't show...just the dreaded red x.

http://www.auto123.com/en/info/news/news,v...rtid=48858&pg=1 September 17, 2005 Industry Report: Brand Management Costing GM Too Much Money by Trevor Hofmann , Canadian Auto Press Does the General Really Need GMC when it already has Chevy Trucks? What's the best selling full-size pickup truck in North America? Ford's F-150, of course! Well, maybe not. While widely reputed as not only the best selling pickup truck but also the best selling vehicle in both Canada and the U.S., Ford sells fewer F-150s than rival General Motors sells of its half-ton contender. Say what? Yes, it's true. Ford had built and delivered 534,659 F-150s as of Would GM sell more if it only offered its 1500 pickup under a single nameplate? (Photo: General Motors Canada) July 2005, but between Chevy and GMC, which sold 480,134 Silverado 1500 and 158,077 Sierra 1500 models respectively, a grand total of 638,211 units, an additional 103,552 half-ton GM pickup trucks hit the road during the first seven months of the year. But such "success" begs the question; would GM sell more if it only offered its 1500 pickup under a single nameplate? Heresy! Who would even consider dissolving one of GM's legendary brands, especially after the outcry the automaker experienced when it was announced that Oldsmobile was to be phased out? Well, GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz mused about the possibilities during a media scrum at the New York International Auto Show in March (see automotive news section for Mar 27, 2005: Industry Report: GM's Bob Lutz Considers Dumping One Brand to Curb Losses). Some would argue that the reason GM sells more half-ton pickups than Tremendous costs are associated with developing unique front end styling treatments, exterior and interior trim components, and, lest I forget, two very expensive marketing/advertising programs. (Photo: Trevor Hofmann, Canadian Auto Press) Ford is for the very reason there are two nameplates retailing them, but really, would GMC buyers actually walk across the street to their Ford dealer, or for that matter a Dodge, Toyota or Nissan dealer to purchase their next truck if Chevy were their only alternative? Not likely. Believing then, that GM would sell just as many pickup trucks, and if the theory holds water, just as many SUVs and crossovers under the Chevy nameplate if GMC went the way of Oldsmobile (i.e. six feet under), why bother with the tremendous costs associated with developing unique front end styling treatments, two different (if only slightly different) exterior and interior trim components, and, lest I forget, two very expensive marketing/advertising programs? (click on link for more..)

And more confections for the Oldsmobile eye:

That two-toned interior looks so upscale sporty. Very well done. My take on this car: The best looking one is the GTP coupe in black with two-toned interior. This car begs for big wheels. Smaller ones just bring it down. I have seen a sedan in electric blue color with large chromey aftermarket wheels...wow, sensational.

That Olds Aurora show car just is so nice. Love the roof, the interior, everything. I see alot of Auroras around.

Just an idea, why don't you make it a little contest. There are many here that are very good at this sort of thing. Then choose the winner.