Does G8 = Death of the Grand Prix?

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Jan 24, 2007 | 05:52 PM

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From: Mack and Bewick

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Originally Posted by Shockwave

I don't think the "Grand" monikers have nearly the positive associations many of you seem to think they have to the general American public -- with the exception of the Grand National.

Im 21 the only memory I have of Pontiac is the drowned in plastic inside and out cars of the nineties... Im just that opposed to alphanumeric names. Moreso because "G" + "Numeral" is about as flavorful as vaseline on toast.

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Infiniti and BMW have already done ground work building an association of basic alpha names with upscale luxury and class. Pontiac riding their coat-tails to enjoy the benefits is a smart move, in my opinion.

How do you know they wont wind up on Mazda's coat-tails? Or Lincolns?

None of those lead to any real benefit, IMO.

But hey, I guess we'll see who who was right in a couple of years when the sales numbers settle.[/QUOTE]

Well, while I do feel this is key, and a bad decision, superior product will almost certainly sell better... So I guess you'll have to find me numbers for some comparable brand undergoing a revitalization while using real names...