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Originally Posted by Eisenhower
Then what? They'll move to Canada, Mexico and Australia and build their cars there for sale in the U.S. Just like GM is doing. Everytime you look up, one of the big 3 is closing down a plant while the Japanese and other Asian automakers are opening up plants. Today, it's hard to say what is an "American" car and what isn't.
In 1968, you could buy a brand new Camaro, fully loaded for around $2800 and some change. Can't do that today. Unions are played out and force the price of the automobile sky-high. IMO
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GM has been in Canada for a very long time! As a matter of fact, GM is made up of many Canadian car companies that were amalgamated to form GM. If you are confused as to what is American as in "North American", then I suggest you look at total North American content of the vehicle in order to establish it. Content made in North America and not just brought in and assembled here.
Back in 1968, people were lucky to be making $80.00 per week! If you compare the ratio of then and now, I bet they are pretty close!