December 23, 200520 yr GMT-800 Trucks will be sold as 2007 models, until the GMT-900s are introduced. (excluding Avalanche, Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade) Start Of Production Dates: (Vary By Plant) Pontiac Plant 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Regular and Extended Cab - GMT800: July 17th, 2006 (Build Out GMT800 = December 15th, 2006) 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Regular and Extended Cab - GMT900: January 8th, 2007 Fort Wayne Plant 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Regular and Extended Cab - GMT800: May 22nd, 2006 (Build Out GMT800 = November 3rd, 2006) 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Regular and Extended Cab - GMT900: November 4th, 2006 Oshawa Truck Plant 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Extended Cab - GMT800: May 15th, 2006 (Build Out GMT800 = September 22nd, 2006) 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Extended Cab - GMT900: October 2nd, 2006 Flint Plant 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Crew Cab - GMT800: July 16th, 2006 (Build Out GMT800 = Not Announced) 2007 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra - Crew Cab - GMT900: Not Announced Silao (Mexico) Avalanche Plant 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche - GMT900: April 3rd, 2006 (Build Out GMT800 = March 17th, 2006) Janesville SUV Plant 2007 GMC Yukon Denali - GMT900: January 16th, 2006 NON GMT-800/GMT-900 MODELS BELOW THIS LINE: Fairfax Car Plant 2007 Saturn Aura - July 7th, 2006 Wilmington Car Plant 2007 Saturn Sky - February 2nd, 2006 Canada Only Model - Chevrolet Epica, will not be sold for the 2007 model year. Edited December 23, 200520 yr by CadillacCTS
December 23, 200520 yr Sweet details Caddy CTS. With those dates pushed up, I really don't see how Toyota can put so much pressure on GM, plus earnings should come along nice. Toss in production of the Solstice GXP and a if I remember right, a few of the Lambda's and GM's in a real nice position to fend off Toyota. The trucks alone should do it, and the Aura sure will not hurt.
December 23, 200520 yr Why's the Chevy Epica on hiatus for 2007? I thought the restyled model was going up.
December 23, 200520 yr what about the Chevy Tahoes and suburbans? Would it be optomistic to hope for 07 models in the showroom by the 4th of January? first day of post red tag? red tag will probably continue as only 06 models?
December 23, 200520 yr Why's the Chevy Epica on hiatus for 2007? I thought the restyled model was going up. [post="62602"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] They probably want to bring the plant up to speed for the rest of the world and sell it there first, it would also improve logistics.
December 23, 200520 yr Author what about the Chevy Tahoes and suburbans? Would it be optomistic to hope for 07 models in the showroom by the 4th of January? first day of post red tag? red tag will probably continue as only 06 models? [post="62701"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] The Tahoe is already being produced, and the Suburban/ Yukon XL go into production January 16th, 2006.
December 23, 200520 yr They probably want to bring the plant up to speed for the rest of the world and sell it there first, it would also improve logistics. [post="62718"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] They may want to clear out the 2006 models, which may take some time, and they may be waiting for an improved powertrain needed in North America. The simplest solution would be the Astra's 2.0 L turbo with a new 6-speed auto. That would give it a more competitive 200+ hp without re-engineering it for a new GM V6. A more powerful engine may not be available until the new large Daewoo (think Hyundai Azera) arrives.
December 23, 200520 yr We better hope there are no major problems that have an effect on oil prices. If gas prices go up to $3 a gallon again it's not going to be positive for GM.
December 23, 200520 yr I should drive by the Arlington plant when i head to work tonight and see if i can see some tahoes/suburbans :P
December 23, 200520 yr So, if the Silverado and Sierra go into production in July, that means we'll be seeing them at some show this season, probably Chicago or New York.
December 23, 200520 yr They may want to clear out the 2006 models, which may take some time, and they may be waiting for an improved powertrain needed in North America. The simplest solution would be the Astra's 2.0 L turbo with a new 6-speed auto. That would give it a more competitive 200+ hp without re-engineering it for a new GM V6. A more powerful engine may not be available until the new large Daewoo (think Hyundai Azera) arrives. [post="62785"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] Griffon I know a lot of time was spend on the 2.5 I6 so why is it SO weak compared to other offerings in the 6 cylinder realm? Was it to keep fuel economy up, which I know is very important to the rest of the world?
December 24, 200520 yr I should drive by the Arlington plant when i head to work tonight and see if i can see some tahoes/suburbans :P [post="62796"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] they are there :AH-HA_wink:
December 24, 200520 yr I bet this 2.5-liter I-6 is totally unchanged in the restyled Epica as it is now, just like the still-used, underpowered (not by much), poor gas-mileage Aveo engine. And that Forenza/Optra engine needs to die too.
December 25, 200520 yr they are there :AH-HA_wink: [post="62900"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] Awesome, and I got you'r pm, but I don't have that available. Maybe you could scan the article??
December 25, 200520 yr I bet this 2.5-liter I-6 is totally unchanged in the restyled Epica as it is now, just like the still-used, underpowered (not by much), poor gas-mileage Aveo engine. And that Forenza/Optra engine needs to die too. [post="63107"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] if the Daewoo (Chevrolet) Captiva is getting the Holden 2.8 and 3.2 shouldn't the Epica get the a simillar engine.. the 3.2 would do wonders to the Epica specially if mated with the new 6-Auto Transmission
December 26, 200520 yr they are there :AH-HA_wink: [post="62900"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] What is wierd is that there are GMC's too. I can't understand why they are building so gosh darn many white and pewter copies though... paint shop run out of good colors? I saw a guy driving an '07 GMC Yukon in Mansfield over the weekend. It looked much different moving and I must say it looks GREAT!!!
December 26, 200520 yr That's wierd. I wonder why there building GMC's there also, and who da hell that was driving that '07 Yukon in Mainsfield. Maybe a plant manager?
December 26, 200520 yr Sorry no digital camera. When i can i'll buy a regular disposable cam and get em put on a disc when i have the time.
December 29, 200520 yr Wait-I thought the big Daewoo was supposed to be the Statesman rebadge from Holden? Are they getting a slightly stretched Epica or something? And what's the point? There's already 3 fully capable large cars on an aging platforms-they're called the Chevrolet Impala, Buick Lucerne, and Cadillac DTS.
December 31, 200520 yr Wait-I thought the big Daewoo was supposed to be the Statesman rebadge from Holden? Are they getting a slightly stretched Epica or something? And what's the point? There's already 3 fully capable large cars on an aging platforms-they're called the Chevrolet Impala, Buick Lucerne, and Cadillac DTS. [post="64836"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] the impala, is not on the same platform as the lucerne, or dts... the impala, is on the shame chassis as the grand prix and the lucerne share the platform of the olds and you're pontiac boneville correct me if i'm wrong though not entirely sure what this has to do with GMT900's though... Edited December 31, 200520 yr by Newbiewar
December 31, 200520 yr the impala, is not on the same platform as the lucerne, or dts... the impala, is on the shame chassis as the grand prix and the lucerne share the platform of the olds and you're pontiac boneville correct me if i'm wrong though not entirely sure what this has to do with GMT900's though... [post="65590"]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/post] Impala is stretched W-body and is related in different ways to the LaCrosse/GP/Regal/Intrigue/MC/Lumina/Cutlass Supreme. Lucerne/DTS ride on the G-boyd, newer and related to both Auroras/Riviera/'97 Park Ave/'00 LeSabre/Bonneville.
January 21, 200620 yr Well dagnabit, I want a GMT900 regular cab 2WD LT, in dark blue, with a nice, hot 5.3 w/DOD and factory 20 inch rims... AND I WANT IT NOOOOW!!!
January 22, 200620 yr Does anyone know if the Yukon Denali actually began production last week as scheduled?
June 12, 200619 yr I have a quick question, I know the pick ups are built in 4 plants, Oshawa, Pontiac, Fort Wayne and Flint but the other day I stopped by the dealer and I was looking at a 06 Sierra and the window sticker said it was built in Mexico so I checked the vin and sure enough the first digit was a 3. Anyone know what's up with that?
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