Would you buy a Solstice?
10-21-2003, 05:29 PM
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Once I graduate out of college and look to get a new car, the Solstice is currently at the top of my list.
Reasons:
Price. If they can make it in the $20k~$25k range, I'd be all over this car. Hopefully, once I turn 25 I'll be able to afford a used (maybe new
) Vette. Until my insurance rates go down, I'm going to hold off on the "real" sports cars.
Some of my concerns about the Solstice:
Besides the price thing, I hope they make it big enough (not too big though) for my 6'1 frame to fit into. I also really hope it has a trunk, or some sort of usable luggage space. If I do get one, I'd opt for the coupe with a 6 speed. The car will have to be everday drivable, which I don't think will be a problem.
All of this is pie in the sky though for right now. Student loans are gonna own me
Reasons:
Price. If they can make it in the $20k~$25k range, I'd be all over this car. Hopefully, once I turn 25 I'll be able to afford a used (maybe new
) Vette. Until my insurance rates go down, I'm going to hold off on the "real" sports cars. Some of my concerns about the Solstice:
Besides the price thing, I hope they make it big enough (not too big though) for my 6'1 frame to fit into. I also really hope it has a trunk, or some sort of usable luggage space. If I do get one, I'd opt for the coupe with a 6 speed. The car will have to be everday drivable, which I don't think will be a problem.
All of this is pie in the sky though for right now. Student loans are gonna own me
10-21-2003, 08:16 PM
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Next vehicle.. either a truck to move/tow my toys with.. or a full sized RWD or AWD car (if I'm getting a 4 door, better have plenty of room)... or a two seater sports car.. If this is replacing my Camaro, then also a coupe, like the GTO. all for around the $30k range..
I'd be definantly intersted in the Solstice.. but I'll also be interested in a used Vette..
If a used CTSv is around the 30k range, I'd want to check that out too..
I'd be definantly intersted in the Solstice.. but I'll also be interested in a used Vette..
If a used CTSv is around the 30k range, I'd want to check that out too..
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10-21-2003, 10:28 PM
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Originally posted by PilotMan
The Solstice is being designed by Americans for Americans, you big guys should fit fine.
It seems to be about a big as a Porsche Boxter, not Miata/MR2 "go-cart" sized.
The Solstice is being designed by Americans for Americans, you big guys should fit fine.
It seems to be about a big as a Porsche Boxter, not Miata/MR2 "go-cart" sized.
10-21-2003, 11:06 PM
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Originally posted by Meccadeth
I detailed my neighbors C3 last week. No interior can be smaller than that, I looked like a hunchback when fitting into the driver seat
I detailed my neighbors C3 last week. No interior can be smaller than that, I looked like a hunchback when fitting into the driver seat
or are you talking about the 3rd gen Vettes
10-21-2003, 11:18 PM
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Originally posted by PilotMan
It seems to be about a big as a Porsche Boxter, not
Miata/MR2 "go-cart" sized.
It seems to be about a big as a Porsche Boxter, not
Miata/MR2 "go-cart" sized.
No I wouldnt buy a Solstice. The front end is ugly, its not mid-engine and I am looking for more than 4 cyl performance. Pontiac is alienating a huge customer base who bought their first 2 seater. Just as many people bought fiero's each year on the average as did those who bought the legendary GTO. Bob Lutz might want this car, but most fiero owners dont. So much for "gotta have". Of course the main reason for the solstice, it has no chance of invading the corvette's territory. Couldnt say that about a new mid-engine. Some things dont change at GM. Lotus and VW may get many former gm buyers with their new mid-engine cars.
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10-22-2003, 08:50 AM
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Mid engine cars really have a limited market though. I think the Solstice will take off well, especially wiith import shoppers. It looks european. Many people like that. Would I buy one? I'd say so, if it looks just like the concept, in which they rarely do.
10-22-2003, 10:17 AM
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Originally posted by 1990 Turbo Grand Prix
Mid engine cars really have a limited market though.
Mid engine cars really have a limited market though.
10-22-2003, 10:44 AM
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Originally posted by gtjeff
GM sold 74,000 Fieros each year on the average, double the current Corvette production. In fact the 74,000 number matches the Monte Carlo's current sales. By comparison the Miata (Solstice competitor) is selling only 20,000 units annually. The market is there for a mid-engine- at the right price level. Another reason to go mid-engine is its unmatched handling capabilities.
GM sold 74,000 Fieros each year on the average, double the current Corvette production. In fact the 74,000 number matches the Monte Carlo's current sales. By comparison the Miata (Solstice competitor) is selling only 20,000 units annually. The market is there for a mid-engine- at the right price level. Another reason to go mid-engine is its unmatched handling capabilities.
http://www.autointell.com/asian_comp...1-by-model.htm
Not too great. I like the mid engine layout too, but to most it is impractical and a lot has changed since the Fiero with its booming sales numbers.
10-22-2003, 10:46 AM
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Originally posted by gtjeff
GM sold 74,000 Fieros each year on the average, double the current Corvette production. In fact the 74,000 number matches the Monte Carlo's current sales. By comparison the Miata (Solstice competitor) is selling only 20,000 units annually. The market is there for a mid-engine- at the right price level. Another reason to go mid-engine is its unmatched handling capabilities.
GM sold 74,000 Fieros each year on the average, double the current Corvette production. In fact the 74,000 number matches the Monte Carlo's current sales. By comparison the Miata (Solstice competitor) is selling only 20,000 units annually. The market is there for a mid-engine- at the right price level. Another reason to go mid-engine is its unmatched handling capabilities.