Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America?

**JoeT** · 09-09-2009, 07:58 PM

With the release of Holden Special Vehicles E2 series of
performance Global RWD products GMInsidenews asks the question
'Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America?'

Dr. Show-Me · 09-09-2009, 08:26 PM

Bring these in as Chevrolets, Buicks and Cadillacs, and maybe even a selective few Pontiacs.

Suziebob · 09-09-2009, 08:32 PM

No Holden should ever be sold as a Cadillac. Ever.

I don't get why GM doesn't just create an international, combined high performance unit. Give it one name, sell the products everywhere.

KITT222 · 09-09-2009, 08:38 PM

Slap the Caprice nameplate on them, or keep them as-is as Holdens. I dont think the Pontiac name should be braught back because my dad, like probably many others, think Pontiacs are unreliable, and that might hurt their choice. What would be the base price for maybe a SIDI V6?

Hitman1970 · 09-09-2009, 09:41 PM

Call them Chevy, Holden, GMC for all I care. Bring these great vehicles to the NA market again, dammit!

FireFox89 · 09-09-2009, 10:31 PM

It's ashame that these hsv type vehicles (gts, clubsport, grange) aren't garnered as much in america as they derserve.
Its truly a numb feeling when america used to judge or merit vehicles based innovative, performance or eye catching ability.
Now it seems if it isnt a dull shade of silver or doesnt have 4 doors, its a black sheep of the automotive community.

RedHotMike · 09-10-2009, 03:54 AM

Clearly the US don't deserve these cars as rebadges don't work stateside so keep them here in Aus where they belong

Red Hot Mike

Ps: Currently considering a phantom GTS for my next purchase :p

camaro_freak · 09-12-2009, 01:31 AM

poll doesn't work

HELL YES this stuff should be available in all countries!

RedVee8 · 09-12-2009, 02:14 AM

Dunno if I could put up with all the whingeing if they did come to the US.
However, they should form part of a Pontiac range with Solstii, Firebird and other OPC/VXR/HSV style vehicles.

So, I voted unsure.

LeSabre · 09-12-2009, 03:44 AM

I would say "yes" but only if one of 2 things happen:

1) Pontiac(if possible) is resurrected & given appropriate product that would include HSV-like variations. Though the main difference is that these Pontiac's would be enhanced versions of already powerful stock Pontiac vehicles. Sort of like an in-house aftermarket option.

OR

2) Bring Holden Stateside as Holden's & basically fill the void left where Pontiac once was.

Though my personal preference would to have Pontiac resurrected & thus my 1st choice.
No offense to Aussies & Holden.

!!!

Koasterking · 09-12-2009, 05:58 AM

I say yes, but only certain models. Unfortunately, only a few will fit into certain GM brands since Pontiac is no more.

inov8r · 09-20-2009, 10:42 PM

Based on their background in racing and well-established performance image, along with some of the things I'm aware of that they're branching out into as a part of their current NASCAR organization, in the area of "special" customer (street) vehicles, I think the logical US "source" for the HSV vehicle range would be HMS...Hendrick Motorsports.

The organization is large enough, and has a well-established dealer network that would be capable of supporting an HSV effort catering to a US customer base. It would also provide an opportunity to give a shot in the arm to Hendrick Automotive Group as far as it's GM dealer holdings, which have probably not produced nearly as well as other Hendrick dealers for more upscale imported vehicles.

Taglane · 09-20-2009, 10:46 PM

Hell to the yeah we need these here. Bring them in as HSV's! I dont care!

commodore88 · 09-21-2009, 12:20 AM

YES!!!!! Why not bring all of them over, I won't mind one bit.

Dr. Show-Me · 09-21-2009, 01:15 AM

HSVs are high performance and desirable, and should be produced in the US as Chevrolets, Buicks, Cadillacs, maybe even as a select few Pontiacs. I'm tired of GM not selling their highest performing cars in the US.
I'd love to have a "W427" Impala SS, and add a supercharger to it.

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09-09-2009, 07:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
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09-09-2009, 08:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
Dr. Show-Me 4.4 Liter Supercharged Northstar Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,931	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Bring these in as Chevrolets, Buicks and Cadillacs, and maybe even a selective few Pontiacs.

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Suziebob 3.0 Liter SIDI V6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southwestern Virginia Drives: 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier LS Sport Coupe Posts: 671	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? No Holden should ever be sold as a Cadillac. Ever. I don't get why GM doesn't just create an international, combined high performance unit. Give it one name, sell the products everywhere.

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KITT222 2.4 Liter SIDI ECOTEC Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: South of the Cities, Minnesota Drives: In Sept. 2010, hopefully an Aveo or Vibe Posts: 131	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Slap the Caprice nameplate on them, or keep them as-is as Holdens. I dont think the Pontiac name should be braught back because my dad, like probably many others, think Pontiacs are unreliable, and that might hurt their choice. What would be the base price for maybe a SIDI V6? __________________ I went to a Chevrolet car lot to look for a new ride for my dad, and I saw a brand new Super Duty. It was lifted about a foot with new mudder tires, chromed out undercarriage, and custom airbrushed paintjob. The salesman told me he traded it for a Silverado HD.

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09-09-2009, 10:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
FireFox89 3.6 Liter SIDI V6 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Middle Of Nowhare, Maryland Drives: 2002 Pontiac Firebird Y87/GT Posts: 1,131	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? It's ashame that these hsv type vehicles (gts, clubsport, grange) aren't garnered as much in america as they derserve. Its truly a numb feeling when america used to judge or merit vehicles based innovative, performance or eye catching ability. Now it seems if it isnt a dull shade of silver or doesnt have 4 doors, its a black sheep of the automotive community. __________________ "You can paint it any color, so long as it's black ..."

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RedHotMike 2.4 Liter SIDI ECOTEC Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Melbourne, Australia Drives: VE SS-V Auto HSV GTS VP Posts: 300	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Clearly the US don't deserve these cars as rebadges don't work stateside so keep them here in Aus where they belong Red Hot Mike Ps: Currently considering a phantom GTS for my next purchase :p

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camaro_freak 7.0 Liter LS7 V8 Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4,126	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? poll doesn't work HELL YES this stuff should be available in all countries! __________________ Check out my new blog at: http://automotiverenderings.blogspot.com

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RedVee8 4.4 Liter Supercharged Northstar Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Rosemeadow, NSW Australia Drives: 2009 CG Captiva; 2006 AH Astra; 1984 VH Commodore Posts: 2,547	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Dunno if I could put up with all the whingeing if they did come to the US. However, they should form part of a Pontiac range with Solstii, Firebird and other OPC/VXR/HSV style vehicles. So, I voted unsure. __________________ Current Holdens. VH Commodore Vacationer 253 V8; AH Astra CDX 1.8; CG09 Captiva LX 3.2V6 (work). Previous Holdens. 69 HT Kingswood 186; 75 HJ Premier 202; 77 TC Gemini; 85 JD Camira SL/E 1.8i; CG06 Captiva LX 3.2V6 Keep Holden On. Buick - Sporty Elegance

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LeSabre 6.2 Liter LS3 V8 Join Date: Dec 2005 Drives: 1988 Buick LeSabre(4dr) Goes by the name Katherine Posts: 3,482	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? I would say "yes" but only if one of 2 things happen: 1) Pontiac(if possible) is resurrected & given appropriate product that would include HSV-like variations. Though the main difference is that these Pontiac's would be enhanced versions of already powerful stock Pontiac vehicles. Sort of like an in-house aftermarket option. OR 2) Bring Holden Stateside as Holden's & basically fill the void left where Pontiac once was. Though my personal preference would to have Pontiac resurrected & thus my 1st choice. No offense to Aussies & Holden. !!! __________________ If GM had some balls, they'd revoke the death/phasing out of Pontiac.

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Koasterking 4.6 Liter Northstar V8 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hunterdon Co., NJ Drives: 2004 Scion xB Posts: 1,909	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? I say yes, but only certain models. Unfortunately, only a few will fit into certain GM brands since Pontiac is no more. __________________ I don't go fishing, I go fish sticking. How do you think we get the fish sticks?

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inov8r 2.5L Iron Duke Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Canton GA Drives: 1996 Impala SS 1996 Roadmaster wagon Posts: 24	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Based on their background in racing and well-established performance image, along with some of the things I'm aware of that they're branching out into as a part of their current NASCAR organization, in the area of "special" customer (street) vehicles, I think the logical US "source" for the HSV vehicle range would be HMS...Hendrick Motorsports. The organization is large enough, and has a well-established dealer network that would be capable of supporting an HSV effort catering to a US customer base. It would also provide an opportunity to give a shot in the arm to Hendrick Automotive Group as far as it's GM dealer holdings, which have probably not produced nearly as well as other Hendrick dealers for more upscale imported vehicles.

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Taglane 2.8 Liter Turbocharged V6 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Windsor, CA Drives: SL-2, F-150, Celebrity Posts: 960	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? Hell to the yeah we need these here. Bring them in as HSV's! I dont care! __________________ Don't hate. Appreciate.

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commodore88 2.4 Liter SIDI ECOTEC Join Date: May 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 197	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? YES!!!!! Why not bring all of them over, I won't mind one bit.

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Dr. Show-Me 4.4 Liter Supercharged Northstar Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,931	Re: Do you want HSV's performance products available in North America? HSVs are high performance and desirable, and should be produced in the US as Chevrolets, Buicks, Cadillacs, maybe even as a select few Pontiacs. I'm tired of GM not selling their highest performing cars in the US. I'd love to have a "W427" Impala SS, and add a supercharger to it.

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