GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! - Page 28

RSW · 03-31-2008, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Robert Ryan

Of Course it can. my point is how practical is the Denali XT that has the cargo capacity of the Maloo (BMW M5 with a bed)and can tow as much? it is supposed to be a substitute for a Pickup.

I guess this is mainly personal view (and speculation about the feelings of percentages of the market out there) but another way to look at the practicality of the Denali XT is by comparing it to a wagon - a wagon where you'd rather not pile in dirty stuff, and where its easier to throw stuff in and reach in for stuff over the side.

I am in the building industry and don't have the need (or money) for a separate true work truck myself but would like something like this for hauling building supplies - often it is smaller stuff that would fit in a wagon, I suppose, maybe sticking out sometimes, but this might work a bit better and seams 'neater'.

Probably a lot of folks are out there driving Ridgelines as alternatives to SUV's - they are doing double-duty as family haulers and occasional carriers of "stuff" that is maybe easier to throw in a bed. In the same way, this Denali could be seen as a counterpart to a wagon without the negative stigma wagons possess. And surely it'd capture some market share from smaller pickup trucks.

RSW · 04-10-2008, 01:08 PM

No more news on whether GM is actually going forward with this thing?

All I can say is: if they build it, I will come. And I misspelled that last word...

Uzzy · 04-10-2008, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by RSW

No more news on whether GM is actually going forward with this thing?

All I can say is: if they build it, I will come. And I misspelled that last word...

Agreed...on all accounts. I was day dreaming of one yesterday. I want now!

benroethig · 04-10-2008, 02:13 PM

I don't know about the rest of it, but I sure what that DI engine.

FenwickHockey65 · 04-10-2008, 09:37 PM

Lutz said GMC would get a 4-door version of the Holden Ute, only it would be toughened and look more truck-like. This is probably it, only it'll be much more toned down.

PA Dweller · 04-10-2008, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Lutz said GMC would get a 4-door version of the Holden Ute, only it would be toughened and look more truck-like. This is probably it, only it'll be much more toned down.

That sucks, save that crap for Pontiac and make the damn concept. This Holden Ute will probably be low to the ground like a sports car.

FenwickHockey65 · 04-10-2008, 10:08 PM

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Originally Posted by PA Dweller

That sucks, save that crap for Pontiac and make the damn concept. This Holden Ute will probably be low to the ground like a sports car.

Actually, it will probably be a little higher than the Ute. Remember, it's still supposed to be a truck, just smaller. The G8 ST is basically the Holden Ute as it is.

LeSabre · 04-10-2008, 10:51 PM

The Ute should go to Chevy(as its only logical & it belongs there) & GMC gets this Denali XT.

Uzzy · 04-10-2008, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by LeSabre

The Ute should go to Chevy(as its only logical & it belongs there) & GMC gets this Denali XT.

Right. Throw a Malibu grille on it an voila! El Camino. Give the Malibu 2-doors and voila! Chevelle. It's not that hard, it's been done before

LeSabre · 04-10-2008, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Uzzy

Right. Throw a Malibu grille on it an voila! El Camino. Give the Malibu 2-doors and voila! Chevelle. It's not that hard, it's been done before

The Chevelle should not be a 2dr Malibu nor should it look like the Malibu.
It should essentially replace the now defunct Monte Carlo.

Uzzy · 04-11-2008, 12:06 AM

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Originally Posted by LeSabre

The Chevelle should not be a 2dr Malibu nor should it look like the Malibu.
It should essentially replace the now defunct Monte Carlo.

Well the Chevelle was a Malibu before, why should it be different now? If the Monte Carlo really needed a replacement, it wouldn't be recently defunct.

PA Dweller · 04-11-2008, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Actually, it will probably be a little higher than the Ute. Remember, it's still supposed to be a truck, just smaller. The G8 ST is basically the Holden Ute as it is.

Maybe your right, IMO it should be as high off the ground as the GMC Denali XT concept or Honda Ridgeline. Personally I still feel Pontiac should get this 4 door variant and GMC gets this concept built.

jzchev28 · 04-11-2008, 05:09 PM

yeahaa

View Poll Results: What do you think of the GMC Denali concept?
I love the idea and it's styling. Build it now as is.	106	35.81%
I love the idea, but it's styling needs to be toned down.	139	46.96%
I'm not a fan of the idea, but love the styling.	14	4.73%
I hate the idea and it's styling. Don't produce it.	37	12.50%
Voters: 296. You may not vote on this poll

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RSW 2.0 Liter Supercharged ECOTEC Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 126	Re: GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! No more news on whether GM is actually going forward with this thing? All I can say is: if they build it, I will come. And I misspelled that last word...

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benroethig 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 852	Re: GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! I don't know about the rest of it, but I sure what that DI engine.

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FenwickHockey65 6.0 Liter LS2 V8 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: West Chester, OH Drives: Chevrolet Malibu LS, GMC Envoy SLE, GMC Sonoma SLS Posts: 4,858	Re: GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! Lutz said GMC would get a 4-door version of the Holden Ute, only it would be toughened and look more truck-like. This is probably it, only it'll be much more toned down. __________________ Proud to drive American. Proud to drive GM. Current Cars: 2007 Chevrolet Malibu LS: 2.2L ECOTEC I-4 2003 GMC Envoy SLE: 4.2L Vortec 4200 I-6 1998 GMC Sonoma SLS Ext. Cab: 4.3L Vortec 4300 V6 Former Cars: 1993 Saturn SW2 (1993-2006, 243,000 miles) 1989 GMC Safari SLT (1989-2003, 293,000 miles) Future Car: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro LT RS: 3.6L DI VVT V6

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LeSabre 4.4 Liter Supercharged Northstar Join Date: Dec 2005 Drives: 1988 Buick LeSabre(4dr) Goes by the name Katherine Posts: 2,015	Re: GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! The Ute should go to Chevy(as its only logical & it belongs there) & GMC gets this Denali XT. __________________ It is time for Rick Wagoner to get his ridiculously outrageous severance package & hit the door! ...& good riddance!!! Last edited by LeSabre : 04-10-2008 at 10:58 PM.

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jzchev28 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Oct 2005 Drives: 2.4l Posts: 585	Re: GMC Denali XT Concept Unveiled! yeahaa __________________ GM.... leaping forward.

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