The Return of Pontiac: GM Already Planning a Pontiac Comeback?
“Contrary to media speculation, General Motors has not announced any changes to its long-term viability plan or to the future status of any of its brands. GM is continuing to review its restructuring plan to go further and faster and best ensure its future success. Additional information will be released as any decisions are finalized
While the future of Pontiac remains secure for now, the marque is being shifted to a niche brand, leaving the mainstream market to GM’s Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC divisions in the US.” - More from The Motor Report…
“But… Pontiac is dead right? Well like zombies and Jesus, I’m holding out that Pontiac will rise again. I’m of the opinion that the nameplate is only taking a temporary hiatus, and that when GM is back to being profitable they will resurrect the brand to thunderous applause. My reasoning? It’s simply too historically important to let it die.” - More from WebRidesTV…
“So, a lot of people have picked up on my theme of asking why GM won’t sell Pontiac. There are eligible buyers, and they want to buy the brand for fair market price. So, why not sell? I suspect that GM’s board decided that Pontiac could be mothballed, and brought back after the government and unions sell their stake in the company. Both have said they intend to… who knows if they actually hold true” - More from ChristopherPrice.net…
“Auto brands that died and came back include Mini, Abarth, Audi. Heck, even the ENTIRE U.S. car industry shut down production during World War II, and returned.
Also, if you actually make some cars, you have a good chance of keeping the intellectual property viable.
So put Pontiac on hiatus for a few years. Fix the old ones up. And allow folks like ASC to come up with some fun things in the interim.” - More from BrandLandUSA…
I AM A PONTIAC FAN AND OWNER OF A FIREBIRD A FIREBIRD FORMULA AND A CORVETTE.I AM REALLY MAD WITH GM,WHAT WILL BE NEXT THE ELLIMINATION OF THE CORVETTE AND THE MASS PRODUCTION OF CARS LIKE THE SMART CAR,TELL YOU WHAT,IF GM DO THAT THEY WILL LOOSE ANOTHER CUSTUMER.
I don’t know why GM doesn’t just have a division called GMC that can market any of the old GM nameplates. For example GTO, Cutlass, Firebird, G8 – just call them “GMC” for the title and advertising and go ahead and make any iconic GM brand they want. The GM dealers would probably love it, I’d imagine the public would buy the products and GM would still only have the four brands to market.
I want a midsize sporty car and GM has nothing for me anymore. Chevrolet’s have horrible cheap looking interiors and bland styling. I’m waaay to young to buy a Buick. Cadillac is too expensive. Moving to Ford?!
I’m telling you man, do not buy a ford. Buy a Camaro 2SS. They’re awesome and affordable. The most expensive 2ss loaded is about 40K tops. So look around and good luck!
Oh, and if you buy a camaro, you can send it here and they will convert it to a 2011 Trans Am!!! Here’s the link… http://transamdepot.com/phoenix-trans-am.cfm
That sounds like a great idea actually Randy, I’d probably buy one..