FenwickHockey65's Great Thread of GM Knowledge - Page 580

NW-99SS · 02-03-2022, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by BluinSC

Oh trust that car has been in my dreams since it debuted. If I were single or didn't have a house there would not be a question. But not being able to fit stuff in your cars from Lowes is a problem, and I hate asking to borrow trucks.

Sierra Elevation Premium with Safety Sunroof and the diesel is calling me I think

Home ownership usually requires a truck, but not always. Delivery options sometimes seem expensive, even from Lowes, but compared to the cost of ownership of a truck, fuel, insurance etc...it comes out quite cheap.

I live on an acreage, and we have a camper and other things I haul/tow with our truck. So it's very much a part of our life and makes sense. If I was in tow within delivery range of the big stores and items, and didn't need to tow a camper or race trailer, I wouldn't own a truck.

Just my $0.02 - some people like trucks and just want one, which is totally fine. Ours is a 2017 Sierra Denali 6.2. Have no plans to replace it, has done every bit of towing and hauling I need it to.

FenwickHockey65 · 02-04-2022, 08:35 AM

Evidently GM has stopped taking orders for Malibu for the 2022MY.

BluinSC · 02-04-2022, 08:39 AM

Im surprised they were still making it before my gf bought one last year. Wasn't it supposed to be dead in 19?

Martinjlm · 02-04-2022, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by BluinSC

Im surprised they were still making it before my gf bought one last year. Wasn't it supposed to be dead in 19?

You might be thinking of Cruze or Impala. Malibu was expected to continue on for quite some time. Possibly being GM’s last sedan, once CT4 and CT5 sunset. Thing is, if the EV-Quinox (my made up name) is truly gonna be a $30k vehicle, Malibu is toast.

FenwickHockey65 · 02-04-2022, 09:06 AM

Apparently there's a sub-$30k EV in the works too, I'm assuming TrailBlazer sized.

snizzle · 02-04-2022, 09:11 AM

Are they dumping Bolt b/c of negative brand connotations? Maybe Camaro will be reborn as a micro EV crossover

FenwickHockey65 · 02-04-2022, 09:13 AM

Well if you believe the rumors it'll be replaced by a performance EV sedan so...

90503 · 02-04-2022, 03:09 PM

From what I've noticed, the announced end of a car line, might still mean it will be made for another year or two...

The Impala end was announced in 2018, but the last ones were built in Feb of 2020. A few even showed up on the last quarter car sales report...lol

FenwickHockey65 · 02-04-2022, 05:32 PM

...that just means dealers still had them in inventory somewhere and some random bought one. Doesn't mean it's still in production.

BluinSC · 02-06-2022, 02:11 AM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

...that just means dealers still had them in inventory somewhere and some random bought one. Doesn't mean it's still in production.

Its crazy that there are 5 new Impalas for sale on cars.com

90503 · 02-06-2022, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by BluinSC

Its crazy that there are 5 new Impalas for sale on cars.com

Exactly. That's the point I was making. Just like the Impala (2018 end announced), the Malibu and Spark production are announced as likely "ending" in 2022...

...Four years from now, you could likely still find new Malibus and Sparks somewhere if you want one. Curious how long new Camaros will hang around after they are "ended".

GearheadSS · 02-07-2022, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 90503

Exactly. That's the point I was making. Just like the Impala (2018 end announced), the Malibu and Spark production are announced as likely "ending" in 2022...

...Four years from now, you could likely still find new Malibus and Sparks somewhere if you want one. Curious how long new Camaros will hang around after they are "ended".

Malibu and Spark will continue for 2023. Both are listed on 2023 startup schedule. Malibu production starts in July.

Just like everything else, Malibus are actually in demand right now due to the limited availability of inventory. When we have one come in, it sells immediately.

FarmerFran · 02-07-2022, 08:51 AM

Is this just fortifying the "build to order" business model?

KMPrenger · 02-07-2022, 10:07 AM

I didn't see it mentioned here, but the Blazer refresh is supposed to drop tomorrow. Looks like a pretty minor refresh. Revised front end, tail lights, and perhaps a slightly updated interior? I'm a pretty big fan of the current look...I'll be shocked if they can make me like it any more lol.

Oh wait...what I'm supposed to say is that it's an abomination because it's not a hardcore off-road SUV like it should have been.

02-04-2022, 08:35 AM	#8108
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Evidently GM has stopped taking orders for Malibu for the 2022MY. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-04-2022, 09:06 AM	#8111
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Apparently there's a sub-$30k EV in the works too, I'm assuming TrailBlazer sized. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-04-2022, 09:11 AM	#8112
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,419	Are they dumping Bolt b/c of negative brand connotations? Maybe Camaro will be reborn as a micro EV crossover __________________ 2012 2SS 45th AE LS3 M6 Borla ATAK Catback Kooks Stepped LT Headers CAI Intake Hexvents VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body RX Catch Can Hurst Short Throw Shifter Pfadt ZL-Spec Stage 3 Suspension Forgestar F14 Tuned by Frost

02-04-2022, 09:13 AM	#8113
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Well if you believe the rumors it'll be replaced by a performance EV sedan so... __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-04-2022, 05:32 PM	#8115
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	...that just means dealers still had them in inventory somewhere and some random bought one. Doesn't mean it's still in production. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

02-04-2022, 08:39 AM	#8109
BluinSC Drives: BVM 1SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Columbia-Sumter- Florence, SC Posts: 462	Im surprised they were still making it before my gf bought one last year. Wasn't it supposed to be dead in 19?

02-04-2022, 03:09 PM	#8114
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,427	From what I've noticed, the announced end of a car line, might still mean it will be made for another year or two... The Impala end was announced in 2018, but the last ones were built in Feb of 2020. A few even showed up on the last quarter car sales report...lol

02-07-2022, 08:51 AM	#8119
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,032	Is this just fortifying the "build to order" business model? __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

02-07-2022, 10:07 AM	#8120
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	I didn't see it mentioned here, but the Blazer refresh is supposed to drop tomorrow. Looks like a pretty minor refresh. Revised front end, tail lights, and perhaps a slightly updated interior? I'm a pretty big fan of the current look...I'll be shocked if they can make me like it any more lol. Oh wait...what I'm supposed to say is that it's an abomination because it's not a hardcore off-road SUV like it should have been. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

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