All New V8 RWD Sedan, Chevelle?

Frank in MD · 04-09-2012, 04:03 PM

The All-New Chevrolet RWD Sport Sedan: What We Know (So Far)

by Manoli Katakis
GM Authority.com
Apr 9th, 2012

General Motors has been very secretive about its Chevrolet models launching in 2013. And frankly, it’s going to make 2012 look like a joke in comparison with the all-new C7 Corvette, next-generation Silverado and a new addition to the lineup: a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan. That last of which has been an especially hot topic as of late, since Chevy confirmed its arrival in a press release, tying its launch into the next NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.

The Australians have great suspicion that this new Chevy is going to be based off the Zeta-based Holden Commodore, and many signs are pointing to that — but we don’t think it will be called the Commodore here in America.

Rest of story at link: New RWD Sedan

Chevelle? Caprice?

_Nick_ · 04-09-2012, 04:34 PM

Oh God I hope not. I don't want them to slander the Chevelle name like they did to the GTO. Just name it something else, please.

EDIT: had some time to process it, they said sedan. I think they may be talking about the Caprice they currently sell for commercial use and making it available to the general public.

Either way, my above statement stands.

3 SS's · 04-09-2012, 05:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Nick_

Oh God I hope not. I don't want them to slander the Chevelle name like they did to the GTO. Just name it something else, please.

*DGthe3* · 04-09-2012, 05:22 PM

I'd expect a Caprice before a Chevelle. Actually, I'd expect a new Lumina or Bel Air before a new Chevelle. Too many expectations with name plate.

nester7929 · 04-09-2012, 05:30 PM

I would be all for a new Chevelle as long as GM approaches it like Dodge did with the Challenger.

TOMS1SS · 04-09-2012, 06:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nester7929

I would be all for a new Chevelle as long as GM approaches it like Dodge did with the Challenger.

This, the Charger turned out great. But I'm not betting on this happening, although I was wrong about the Camaro coming back.

_Nick_ · 04-09-2012, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TOMS1SS

This, the Charger turned out great.

Many would disagree, myself included.

King T · 04-09-2012, 09:09 PM

I don't mind a 4 door Chevelle, it's been done before

I'm just ready to see what it is going to look like!

69Z/28Camaro · 04-09-2012, 09:37 PM

well this is good timing. im doing a small project, a print ad for a new chevelle. what would you guys say they'd market the car too? on topic though, id really like to see the Chevelle return but not like the GTOs return. i agree a caprice is more realistic

nester7929 · 04-10-2012, 12:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Nick_

Many would disagree, myself included.

I think he meant to say Challenger.

It needs to look almost exactly like the 1970 model if they do bring it back.

_Nick_ · 04-10-2012, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by King T

I don't mind a 4 door Chevelle, it's been done before

Those are worth considerably less than the 2 door models. Nobody thinks of 4 doors when they hear Chevelle.

Quote:

Originally Posted by nester7929

It needs to look almost exactly like the 1970 model if they do bring it back.

And it won't, so they should keep the nameplate retired.

xXSilencerXx · 04-10-2012, 01:00 AM

If they call it Caprice I'll only think of a land yacht. I know I'd never want to own something with that name.

FenwickHockey65 · 04-10-2012, 01:12 AM

As far as I know, not Chevelle, not Caprice.

King T · 04-10-2012, 01:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Nick_

Those are worth considerably less than the 2 door models. Nobody thinks of 4 doors when they hear Chevelle.

I agree with you on that. I pretty much prefer any 2 door over 4 door version (Impalas, Malibus, etc...) My post was just about it has been done before, so it shouldn't be a huge shock if they call the 4 door Chevelle. I like name Chevelle better than Caprice. Caprice was the top of the line Impala.

I think people were in arms about the Charger because it returned as a 4 without ever being one in its history. Just like people (me included) were in arms about the Impala being FWD when it was re-introduced in 2000.

I guess I am in the few that thinks the Charger turned out better than expected. If Dodge really went based on the last Charger on the market we would have had a 4 cylinder, FWD Charger

04-09-2012, 04:03 PM	#1
Frank in MD Raining Blood Drives: 2014 SS Performance Sedan Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: facebook Posts: 2,682	All New V8 RWD Sedan, Chevelle? The All-New Chevrolet RWD Sport Sedan: What We Know (So Far) by Manoli Katakis GM Authority.com Apr 9th, 2012 General Motors has been very secretive about its Chevrolet models launching in 2013. And frankly, it’s going to make 2012 look like a joke in comparison with the all-new C7 Corvette, next-generation Silverado and a new addition to the lineup: a rear-wheel-drive sport sedan. That last of which has been an especially hot topic as of late, since Chevy confirmed its arrival in a press release, tying its launch into the next NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The Australians have great suspicion that this new Chevy is going to be based off the Zeta-based Holden Commodore, and many signs are pointing to that — but we don’t think it will be called the Commodore here in America. Rest of story at link: New RWD Sedan Chevelle? Caprice? __________________ Ordered 1/9/12 - Born 2/3/12 - Delivered 2/21/12 - '12 1SS/RS Summit White - TRADED. 2014 SS Performance Sedan #2974 - Red Hot 2 - S/R. & Spare. Built 01/09/14 #238 of 291 as configured

04-09-2012, 04:34 PM	#2
_Nick_ Drives: '87 T/A, '87 IROC, '70 Grand Prix Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Long Island Posts: 451	Oh God I hope not. I don't want them to slander the Chevelle name like they did to the GTO. Just name it something else, please. EDIT: had some time to process it, they said sedan. I think they may be talking about the Caprice they currently sell for commercial use and making it available to the general public. Either way, my above statement stands. __________________

04-09-2012, 05:22 PM	#4
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,366	I'd expect a Caprice before a Chevelle. Actually, I'd expect a new Lumina or Bel Air before a new Chevelle. Too many expectations with name plate. __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

04-09-2012, 09:09 PM	#8
King T Drives: 2010 2SS, 2011 Buick Regal Turbo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Nashville, Tennessee Posts: 1,392	I don't mind a 4 door Chevelle, it's been done before I'm just ready to see what it is going to look like! __________________

04-09-2012, 09:37 PM	#9
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04-09-2012, 05:30 PM	#5
nester7929 Rice Harvester Drives: 2014 Bright Yellow 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2008 Location: Plainview, TX Posts: 1,449	I would be all for a new Chevelle as long as GM approaches it like Dodge did with the Challenger.

04-10-2012, 01:00 AM	#12
xXSilencerXx Butter Bar! Drives: 2011 SS, 1998 Trans Am Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Patrick AFB, FL Posts: 1,364	If they call it Caprice I'll only think of a land yacht. I know I'd never want to own something with that name. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS, White/Orange, LSR Short Throw, CAI 1998 Trans Am, Red, H/C/I, 3200 CircleD Stall, full suspension 2004 GSXR 1k, Matt Mladin Edition

04-10-2012, 01:12 AM	#13
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	As far as I know, not Chevelle, not Caprice. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

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