Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 - Page 2

the prix · 12-07-2006, 08:17 PM

So lets see, the Aura, Sky, new Vue, outstanding Outlook, and now the amazing Astra. Saturns starting to look very good!

Vlissengen · 12-07-2006, 08:17 PM

This is excellent news, Saturn has been completely revised! Now to the other brands.

Hitman1970 · 12-07-2006, 08:19 PM

Great news. Looks like a truly worthy small car with a domestic nameplate. We'll see how bad TTAC and Edmunds nitpicks it to death. "The feel of the door handles was not door handley enough when compared to the industry standard of door handles, Toyota (vomit)."

PontiacBixler · 12-07-2006, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Slack

If GM doesn't stop soon, critics will have a hard time finding something to complain about. Maybe they'll (gasp) go look at Toyota.

Just wait for the Camaro to come back out. They will pick that thing apart to no end.

And the reason for the picking?
1-It took way too long to go from concept to production when compared to other model transitions.

2-It is physical, absolute proof that GM made a mistake when they killed it at the end of MY 2002. If GM waited until 2012 to bring it back out then a 10 year hiatus is understandable. 6-7 years shows they made a mistake when the Mustang is hotter than ever.

the prix · 12-07-2006, 08:24 PM

Quote:

"The feel of the door handles was not door handley enough when compared to the industry standard of door handles, Toyota (vomit)."

Saturn69 · 12-07-2006, 08:28 PM

I love Jill. Can't wait to see this baby in the flesh, er....steel. Sorry.

A.J. · 12-07-2006, 08:28 PM

What I see coming on:
2-door Conv: XE, XR (This is most likely NOT going to be in the program, but it would be a nice move to compete with VW's Eos.)
3-door HB: XE, XR, Redline
4-door Sedan: XE, XR
5-door HB: XE, XR

It's nice to see that the most useful body styles are being brought over here to the US. However, I think it's odd that Saturn chose the name 'Astra' instead of 'Ion' when they picked 'Vue' over 'Antara'...

GM_Fanatic · 12-07-2006, 08:31 PM

This is glorious news! GM is addressing pretty much every criticism that I have had over the last two years. A little bit more work to do in the arena of Buick (get us a better LaCrosse) and Pontiac (G4 built on Kappa) but this has been one of my biggest arguments.

I have never been more happy to be a fan of GM.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saturn69

I love Jill. Can't wait to see this baby in the flesh, er....steel. Sorry.

I got the opportunity to check one out up close in person when I was in Ukraine...It is every bit, and then some, that I have ever dreamed it to be.

**nsap** · 12-07-2006, 08:32 PM

High resolution image added to first post.

civilzues · 12-07-2006, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A.J.

What I see coming on:
2-door Conv: XE, XR (This is most likely NOT going to be in the program, but it would be a nice move to compete with VW's Eos.)
3-door HB: XE, XR, Redline
4-door Sedan: XE, XR
5-door HB: XE, XR

It's nice to see that the most useful body styles are being brought over here to the US. However, I think it's odd that Saturn chose the name 'Astra' instead of 'Ion' when they picked 'Vue' over 'Antara'...

I always thought that the sedan was a NO for the NA/CANADA market? I think the the two door conv would be an AWESOME IDEA!
P.S.-does anyone know if we are getting an americanized interior or the opel one?

**nsap** · 12-07-2006, 08:47 PM

2007.5 Opel Astra, to compare

High-Resolutions: http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/g...500&ppuser=283

oudidntkn0w · 12-07-2006, 08:53 PM

wonder if those headlights will fit the Aura

desmo9 · 12-07-2006, 08:53 PM

somehow the front end shown doesn't fit the car. the nose is too high or something. needs to look a little more mean.

the opel version's better .. i think it's the way the saturn chop has a taller grille that goes further onto the hood. that one inch or so makes a big difference.

TiburonJT · 12-07-2006, 08:54 PM

Good! The Saturn line-up will look great soon.

Slack · 12-07-2006, 08:56 PM

The windshield on the red car... omg. That is amazing. Oh, the visibility!

12-07-2006, 08:17 PM	#16 (permalink)
the prix 3.8 Liter V6 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 330	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 So lets see, the Aura, Sky, new Vue, outstanding Outlook, and now the amazing Astra. Saturns starting to look very good! __________________ Well, you fellas' gonna draw them guns or you gonna whistle Dixie?

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Vlissengen 3.8 Liter V6 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New York City Posts: 343	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 This is excellent news, Saturn has been completely revised! Now to the other brands.

12-07-2006, 08:19 PM	#18 (permalink)
Hitman1970 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Huntsville, AL Drives: 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXS; Black with Grey Interior Posts: 1,973	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 Great news. Looks like a truly worthy small car with a domestic nameplate. We'll see how bad TTAC and Edmunds nitpicks it to death. "The feel of the door handles was not door handley enough when compared to the industry standard of door handles, Toyota (vomit)." __________________ Current Ride: 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXS (Black w/ Grey Leather Interior) Wife's Ride: 2005 Ford Freestyle SEL (Charcoal Grey/Silver w/Grey Leather Interior)

12-07-2006, 08:28 PM	#21 (permalink)
Saturn69 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Iowa Drives: 2005 Saturn Ion 1995 Saturn SC2 Posts: 3,147	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 I love Jill. Can't wait to see this baby in the flesh, er....steel. Sorry. __________________ "What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value." - Thomas Paine Ask me about Apatheism!

12-07-2006, 08:28 PM	#22 (permalink)
A.J. GMI Design Contest Official Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 504	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 What I see coming on: 2-door Conv: XE, XR (This is most likely NOT going to be in the program, but it would be a nice move to compete with VW's Eos.) 3-door HB: XE, XR, Redline 4-door Sedan: XE, XR 5-door HB: XE, XR It's nice to see that the most useful body styles are being brought over here to the US. However, I think it's odd that Saturn chose the name 'Astra' instead of 'Ion' when they picked 'Vue' over 'Antara'... __________________ A.J. Product Placement #1 - The Buick Lineup in the US #2 - The Opel Lineup in the US

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12-07-2006, 08:32 PM	#24 (permalink)
nsap Administrator Join Date: Jan 2003 Drives: 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP 2009 Ford Focus SEL Posts: 15,019	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 High resolution image added to first post. __________________ E-Mail Me Engine Guide Updated!! -- Revised layout, more info., up-to-date

12-07-2006, 08:47 PM	#26 (permalink)
nsap Administrator Join Date: Jan 2003 Drives: 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP 2009 Ford Focus SEL Posts: 15,019	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 2007.5 Opel Astra, to compare High-Resolutions: http://www.gminsidenews.com/forums/g...500&ppuser=283 __________________ E-Mail Me Engine Guide Updated!! -- Revised layout, more info., up-to-date

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oudidntkn0w 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Redford, MI (Detroit Area) Drives: 96 Monte LS, 3400 swap with performance cam Posts: 670	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 wonder if those headlights will fit the Aura __________________ All in the family: -08 G6 GT -07 Aura XE-6 (Mine) ) -08 Sierra Z71 -08 GP GXP "I'll tell you what's going on with our beer. They've sold it to the Japanese, who will change the formula and repackage it in square bottles that will only fit cupholders in Japanese cars." - King of the Hill GM: The global car company that's proud to be American!

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desmo9 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 3,721	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 somehow the front end shown doesn't fit the car. the nose is too high or something. needs to look a little more mean. the opel version's better .. i think it's the way the saturn chop has a taller grille that goes further onto the hood. that one inch or so makes a big difference. Last edited by desmo9 : 12-07-2006 at 08:55 PM.

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TiburonJT 7.0 Liter LS7 V8 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 5,696	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 Good! The Saturn line-up will look great soon.

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Slack 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Little Rock, AR, USA Drives: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus 2.5 V6; 2008 G6 SV1 Posts: 1,253	Re: Confirmed: Astra to replace ION in late '07 The windshield on the red car... omg. That is amazing. Oh, the visibility! __________________ Consequence is our need. In times like this feeling free is our modern disease.~Underoath

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