Showing posts with label Opel OPC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Opel OPC. Show all posts

Sunday, May 23, 2010

The Buick GS is Back, Regal Performance Model Green-Lit


A little while back GM was crashing and burning, littering the automotive market with debris from its badge-engineered brands. Who could have seen turbochargers, all-wheel-drive, Recaros, and a clutch showing up in the Buick lineup? The last time any one of those were even possible, I was in diapers.

More recently, Buick was the brand that was selling the Lucerne, LaCrosse, and Rendezvous, none of which could get anyone excited. Now, however, Buick intends to keep surprising people with its new direction and image. The latest decision from the golden oldie? They're going to build the Regal GS (can I get a collective high five?).

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Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Opel Corsa OPC: N�rburgring Edition Spy Shots


Here are some spy shots of what is believed to be the Opel Corsa OPC N�rburgring Edition special.

Based on the standard OPC, this should basically be the Corsa version of the Astra-based 2008 N�rburgring Edition model. That means it'll most likely come with the standard Corsa OPC's 192-horsepower (141 kW) / 170 lb-ft (230 Nm) turbocharged 1.6 liter mill and extra add-ons.

Other baubles to expect are upgraded Brembo brakes, Recaro leather seating, carbon-look decor for the interior, unique lightweight wheels, and maybe even a tuned suspension.

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