Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
11-27-2012, 10:26 AM
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Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
Not that we didn't see this coming. Now what about a Chevrolet on alpha. 
Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
By Scott Oldham, Editor in Chief | Published Nov 26, 2012
Just the Facts:
•Buick is planning to reintroduce the Grand National, T-Type and GNX nameplates.
•The new models will ride on GM's rear-wheel-drive Alpha platform introduced in the Cadillac ATS sedan.
•The Grand National and T-Type models will likely use turbocharged V6s, while the GNX will most likely get GM's new LT1 V8.
SANTA MONICA, California — Buick is bringing back the Grand National, the GNX and the T-Type, three legendary performance nameplates from the brand's high times of the 1980s. All three cars will be sedans and they'll use GM's new rear-wheel-drive Alpha platform first introduced in the Cadillac ATS sedan.
That's the plan anyway, according to a reliable source who spoke to Edmunds.
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By Scott Oldham, Editor in Chief | Published Nov 26, 2012
Just the Facts:
•Buick is planning to reintroduce the Grand National, T-Type and GNX nameplates.
•The new models will ride on GM's rear-wheel-drive Alpha platform introduced in the Cadillac ATS sedan.
•The Grand National and T-Type models will likely use turbocharged V6s, while the GNX will most likely get GM's new LT1 V8.
SANTA MONICA, California — Buick is bringing back the Grand National, the GNX and the T-Type, three legendary performance nameplates from the brand's high times of the 1980s. All three cars will be sedans and they'll use GM's new rear-wheel-drive Alpha platform first introduced in the Cadillac ATS sedan.
That's the plan anyway, according to a reliable source who spoke to Edmunds.
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11-27-2012, 01:20 PM
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Re: Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
Buick definitely needs a halo-car, and an ATS coupe with a twin-turbo V6 or the new LT1 V8 would do the trick. I'm not so sure I agree that the Buick would need to have less hp (performance) than the Cadillac ATS-v. For instance, look at the LSA in the Camaro ZL1 vs. in the Cadillac CTS-v. I actually think they should make the T-Type a 4-door sedan and only offer the 2-door coupe in Grand National and GNX trim, but I guess that remains to be seen.
This only leaves us with what to name the corresponding Chevrolet alpha sedan. Assuming Camaro moves to alpha + for MY2015, why not call the 4-door alpha Monte Carlo? (Sure the original Monte only had 2-doors, but then so did the Buick T-Type.) Something to think about.
This only leaves us with what to name the corresponding Chevrolet alpha sedan. Assuming Camaro moves to alpha + for MY2015, why not call the 4-door alpha Monte Carlo? (Sure the original Monte only had 2-doors, but then so did the Buick T-Type.) Something to think about.
11-27-2012, 09:29 PM
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Agreed...although, I am considering selling my Wrangler and my Z28 to buy a new leftover 300 S Hemi...first 4 door car I've ever considered buying.
But the 300 is friggen addictive to drive. Great interior, subdued style, and one angry mother under the hood. In a world where GM announces a 4 cylinder Impala, Chrysler still throws a V8 in the same size car
Sorry to hijack...I actually came over here for the first time in months to read up on the T-Type/GN/GNX rumors circulating the web. Glad to see it...with GM reminding me of an American Toyota these days, something like this could definitely bring some serious excitement...
But the 300 is friggen addictive to drive. Great interior, subdued style, and one angry mother under the hood. In a world where GM announces a 4 cylinder Impala, Chrysler still throws a V8 in the same size car
Sorry to hijack...I actually came over here for the first time in months to read up on the T-Type/GN/GNX rumors circulating the web. Glad to see it...with GM reminding me of an American Toyota these days, something like this could definitely bring some serious excitement...
11-28-2012, 09:01 PM
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Re: Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
When I had a ATS for a few days last month when the G8 was in for service. I thought, Cadillac should get a family of ATS vehicles, especially a coupe and convertible or a hardtop convertible. I think Cadillac really needs a open top vehicle.
And Jason, go get you a G8 and you will forget all about the 300
. Surely there is still some Pontiac blood in you?
And Jason, go get you a G8 and you will forget all about the 300
. Surely there is still some Pontiac blood in you?
what about the WE4 Turbo-T?
11-29-2012, 12:07 PM
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Re: Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
My father was a Buick salesman all through the T-Type years and I have a lot of fond memories of the demos he brought home of these cars.
11-29-2012, 08:22 PM
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Re: Grand National, GNX and T-Type Are Returning to Buick
I thought about a G8...but good ones are hard for me to find at the auction. Plus, being a Chrysler dealer GSM, I think I need ONE Mopar in the stable now that I sold my Ram and bought a used DMax off a trade
As for the Buick T-type thing, one of the coolest (but most beat) trades I ever took in was a Buick Century Grand National. I think it was an 86. Yes, they made one
11-30-2012, 09:15 AM
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I think you're thinking of the Century Gran Sport, Jason. They were trimmed out very similarly to a Grand National and were made in '86 only.
There was also LeSabre Grand National in '86. They are very rare. Only 117 made.
There was also LeSabre Grand National in '86. They are very rare. Only 117 made.
12-04-2012, 10:47 AM
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The current Regal GS really needs the 2.8 Turbo V6 that is in the Opel/Vauxhall versions in Europe. Maybe they are saving that engine for a GN, or GNX version for the current Regal? But Regal sales have been taking a hit ever since the Verano hit showrooms, so I don't know if Regal sales could support an additional trim level.