2011 Buick Regal to offered as 4 cylinder only? - Page 2

BOETIE · 02-22-2010, 06:37 AM

I thought for sure they would bring back the Grand National with the turbo v6......hmmm, looks like if they do it will have two lungs cut off.

305pride · 02-22-2010, 09:06 AM

buick is kinda turning me off again. lol seems i cant go wrong with the cts. the regal didnt even come out yet though. im just going to have to wait and see with one i like more. the cts is bad ass for sure though

MikesZ · 02-22-2010, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 305pride

buick is kinda turning me off again. lol seems i cant go wrong with the cts. the regal didnt even come out yet though. im just going to have to wait and see with one i like more. the cts is bad ass for sure though

The aforementioned 255hp 2.0L Turbo is an excellent motor, and should power the Regal GS splendidly. The European Opel version of the Regal (Insignia) is highly regarded, so the US Regal should be a great car.

derklug · 02-22-2010, 09:22 AM

I think getting the age group that would buy a Regal to accecpt a 4 cyl is going to be an uphill climb. I know alot of that age group that were burnt on the turbo 4's in the 80's.

BOETIE · 02-22-2010, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by 305pride

buick is kinda turning me off again. lol seems i cant go wrong with the cts. the regal didnt even come out yet though. im just going to have to wait and see with one i like more. the cts is bad ass for sure though

I would sit back and wait dude , see where Buick goes with this ,I think we will see more and more 4 and 6 lung engines kickin out pretty good power...in fact down the road 8 lungers may be history unless you build them.
I waiting for them to start putting alcohol injection units on the turbos from the factory....

The Buick will always be cheaper than the Catfish....more bells and luxury on the Catfish...

MikesZ · 02-22-2010, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by derklug

I think getting the age group that would buy a Regal to accecpt a 4 cyl is going to be an uphill climb. I know alot of that age group that were burnt on the turbo 4's in the 80's.

They've come aloooooong way with turbo 4-bangers since the 80's

305pride · 02-22-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MikesZ

The aforementioned 255hp 2.0L Turbo is an excellent motor, and should power the Regal GS splendidly. The European Opel version of the Regal (Insignia) is highly regarded, so the US Regal should be a great car.

o yea true, the insignia is supposed to be bad ass too

MrIcky · 02-22-2010, 10:44 AM

GM can't be trapped by nostalgia in every one of their lines. People (here at least) get upset whenever GM moves in a different engine direction in any line, but they have to have a few car lines where they can move fuel efficient 4s.

It's a great engine from my experience with my car. Absolutely no shortage of power.

nova · 02-22-2010, 10:53 AM

Guess I'm in the minority. I kinda like the direction GM is taking the Buick, especially the turbocharged versions. I'll reserve final judgement till I drive one but I think it would be perfect for my wife, fuel efficient the way she drives and fun the way I would drive it

*DGthe3* · 02-22-2010, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by derklug

I think getting the age group that would buy a Regal to accecpt a 4 cyl is going to be an uphill climb. I know alot of that age group that were burnt on the turbo 4's in the 80's.

I disagree. Buick is looking to target a younger market, because they can't sell many more cars to their current demographic. People looking at the GS won't be the typical 60 year old. AWD, turbocharged, manual transmission, brembo brakes, recaro seats ... this ain't your grandpa's Buick.

MikesZ · 02-22-2010, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by nova

Guess I'm in the minority. I kinda like the direction GM is taking the Buick, especially the turbocharged versions. I'll reserve final judgement till I drive one but I think it would be perfect for my wife, fuel efficient the way she drives and fun the way I would drive it

I also like the direction GM is heading in. Sure, there will always be a stream of customers for full-sized trucks and SUV's, but it is refreshing to see GM adding good products in the other segments as well.

a_Username · 02-22-2010, 12:22 PM

Is there a curb weight for the Regal GS yet, or any Regal? Given the right weight, the GS could prove to be a powerful little car.

*DGthe3* · 02-22-2010, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by a_Username

Is there a curb weight for the Regal GS yet, or any Regal? Given the right weight, the GS could prove to be a powerful little car.

After translating the German Opel site I have found that the Insignia OPC weighs 3982 lbs, including the driver. Base a weight estimate around that.

cHaotix · 02-22-2010, 01:46 PM

I was looking at the GS concept for my next car once I graduate. Everything sounds good but It wouldn't hurt to have a little more power from the factory. Hopefully by the time I'm out there will be a GSX with a turbo V6.

02-22-2010, 06:37 AM	#15
BOETIE Drives: 2010 2SS 6 Speed Man Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,329	I thought for sure they would bring back the Grand National with the turbo v6......hmmm, looks like if they do it will have two lungs cut off. __________________ She's a Zaino Girl !

02-22-2010, 09:06 AM	#16
305pride Drives: 3.4l 1995 camaro Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: miami, fl Posts: 2,202	buick is kinda turning me off again. lol seems i cant go wrong with the cts. the regal didnt even come out yet though. im just going to have to wait and see with one i like more. the cts is bad ass for sure though __________________ just call me alex. they make anti-me PSA's cos im dope lmao

02-22-2010, 09:22 AM	#18
derklug Drives: 12 Boss 302 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Grand Rapids, Mi Posts: 1,369	I think getting the age group that would buy a Regal to accecpt a 4 cyl is going to be an uphill climb. I know alot of that age group that were burnt on the turbo 4's in the 80's. __________________ The biggest mistakes in life come when you know exactly what you are doing.

02-22-2010, 10:53 AM	#23
nova Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS, VR, PW, WR Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 838 View My Garage	Guess I'm in the minority. I kinda like the direction GM is taking the Buick, especially the turbocharged versions. I'll reserve final judgement till I drive one but I think it would be perfect for my wife, fuel efficient the way she drives and fun the way I would drive it __________________ 2010 2SS/RS, M6,VR,White Rally's,Polished Wheels Mods: skip shift eliminator (hey everybody's gotta start somewhere ) crappily painted engine cover...

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