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General Information
Price: $38,500
Miles Per Gallon: 17/25 mpg
Curb Weight: 3698 lbs
Layout: Front-Engine/AWD
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual

Engine
Type: DOHC V6
Displacement: 3600 cc
Horsepower: 450 bhp @ 5200 rpm
Torque: 465 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline: 6500 rpm

Performance
0-60 mph: 4.2 sec
0-100 mph: 10.2 sec
Quarter Mile: 12.8 sec @ 112.5 mph
Skidpad: .96g
Top Speed: 179 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 115 ft
Slalom Speed: 66.4 mph

Buick -

GNX. No other name in automotive history says "80's Supercar" like those three letters. Now the legend is back.

Buicks 2007 GNX is a modern-day incarnation of classic street performance. When you turn the key and hear the throaty dual exhausts announcing the Twin Turbo 3.6L V-6, you'll know you have your hands full. Compared to its '80s namesake, the new GNX sports a suspension that is tighter, an engine that's more powerful and a manual transmission that now boasts two additional gears. The car will hit 60 mph (97 km/h) in about four-and-a-half seconds, and run the quarter mile in under 13 seconds. There's nothing like it in its class.

Total performance

The completely new GNX isn't just about horsepower, of course. Its unique personality includes impressive cornering abilities, a smooth ride and surprising comfort. But the heart of the GNX is indeed a truly awesome Twin Turbo and Intercooled 3.6l V-6 engine, also known as the base powerplant for the Buick Velite Concept. The GNX produces an estimated 450 horsepower and with 465 lb.-ft. of torque, it has no problem leaving a stop with purpose.

Eighteen-inch alloy wheels and performance tires are matched to a fully independent, performance-tuned suspension featuring direct-acting stabilizing bars and power rack-and-pinion steering. Traction control and a limited slip differentials also come standard. And, today's GNX revs through six forward speeds with the close-ratio manual transmission, or you can choose a six-speed Hydra-Matic. Both come with a 3.46:1 final drive ratio.

Performance-oriented interior

The GNX is, first and foremost, a driver's car. Every detail, from the satin-finish steering wheel to the race-inspired metallic pedals, gives the driver a sense of performance from the moment the car is entered. The standard feature list starts off with leather 2+2 bucket seats, in black -color-coordinated with the vehicle's exterior color. The high-tech seats provide lateral support, wrapping around the driver and front passenger and complementing the great handling characteristics of the chassis. Also standard is a six-disc CD-changer with premium 10-speaker sound system, cruise control, a multi-function driver information center, keyless entry system and a host of other features to enhance the driving experience.

Sensuous design

Rather than create an imitation of the original legend, the 2007 GNX provides a contemporary interpretation of the classic buick sports coupe. The distinctive, tautly stretched exterior, aggressive lowered stance and sleek, simple form all help express the clean, athletic styling direction of Buick. Add this to the obvious performance of the vehicle and you have a rear-wheel-drive TT+I V-6-powered premium sports coupe wrapped in a seamless, modern design.

Safety and quality

Bringing the GNX to a safe stop is accomplished through standard four-wheel disc brakes (ventilated front, solid rear), part of a four-channel anti-lock braking system. Other standard safety features include dual front air bags, three-point safety belts for all occupants and an Emergency Mode that automatically shuts down the engine, turns off the fuel pump, unlocks the doors and turns on the dome light any time the air-bag system is deployed.

Production of the 2007 Buick GNX will begin in September 2006 at Holden's award-winning Elizabeth plant in Australia using the latest techniques to ensure both measurable and "perceived" quality. Projected annual production will be 18,000 vehicles.




Not sure if its true or it will happen but it looks cool

red9450

That is soo much better looking than the GTO, athough they are almost the same car by the looks of it. don't know it it will ever make production with that HP though. would be nice.

RFF

Why won't those lazy basturds come up with new names.

camaro94

I like the looks of that car.

FORCE_FED_Z

GM needs to get different designers..the Goat flopped because it was too plain lookin.

And as cool as the buick looks I still think it needs to be more aggressive to sell at that price and to the people they are trying to sell it too-

archemedes

I like it awd and 450 hp that would be fun if it looked like a cardboard box

camaro94

the more i look at it, the more I really, really like the styling of that. Hopefully it is true(well, at least everything but the price, at least, lol)

NoRiceInside

what? thats like almost identical to an 05 gto. what a waste of money. didnt i hear they were scrapping buick and pontiac? good then that gto/gnx can go bye bye.

camaro94

they only said that it was a possibility, not a definite. If they do, I think I will completely have lost the little faith I have left in GM, and I'll stick to my Mopars.

archemedes

I think tehy need each line to go back to it's roots chevy back to the cheap line buick the upper class performance and pontiac the performance line

camaro94

they need to do something. They're sinking under fast. I'd rather see them lose Chevy before Pontiac(even though I know that won't happen). I love the Pontiac before Chevy. My heart will always love the 'Bird just a little more than the Camaro.

archemedes

they are comming back finacially

camaro94

I meant more with the faith of the buyers. They're losing alot of love. lol

archemedes

yeah but they are still selling stuff

imported_blade

hey, it looks like a step in the right direction. not sure about this AWD. but heck...
though it looks better than, it still looks too much like a GTO, which looks too much like a Bonneville, which looks too much like a grand prix, which looks too much like a g6, which looks too much like a grand am...