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2008 9-3 Deletions Deleted exterior color: Lime Yellow Metallic on Convertibles Deleted exterior color: Silver Metallic on all models New Features New color: Saffron Yellow available on Convertibles only. Not available at start of production. New color: (02V) Pepper Green Metallic New color: (05U) Snow Silver Metallic Bose surround sound system available on Sport Sedan and SportCombi (optional on 2.0T, standard on Aero-not available at start of production) All new exterior: All 9-3 models feature a new hood, front fenders, front & rear bumpers, front grill, headlamps, tail lamps and new doors Quiet package to reduce road noise OnStar standard on all models XM Satellite Radio standard on all models Rain-sensing wipers standard on all models Tire pressure monitor system standard on all models 16" 14-spoke alloy wheels on 2.0T models 17" 5-spoke low-split alloy wheels on Aero models 255 hp on Aero V6 Turbo Xenon cornering headlamps standard on Aero, optional on 2.0T Black Leather replaces Gray Leather Remote open for convertible top standard Changes Revised Premium Package Revised Touring Package Moonroof package w/remote open and express close (Standard on Aero) ----------------- 2008 9-5 Deletions (1CU) Silver Metallic exterior color (1IU) Chili Red Metallic exterior color (1QU) Smoke Beige Metallic exterior color (1XU) Nocturne Blue Metallic exterior color (1OU) Parchment Silver Metallic exterior color (A51) Seats, front leather-appointed New Features Aero Package option adds a 17" 5-spoke high-split alloy wheel 02U Pepper Green Metallic exterior color 05U Snow Silver Metallic exterior color (W9Z) Semi-Aniline Leather upholstery (CE1) rain-sensing wipers standard Power folding outside mirrors added to Visibility Package ----------------- 2008 9-7X New Features (QF8) 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) high-polished aluminum wheels (81U) Cocoa Metallic exterior paint color

2008 Aura Deletions Exterior paint colors (25U) Midnight Blue, (41U) Black Onyx and (63U) Berry Red New Features (DD0) Heated power-adjustable, driver-side auto-dimming, body-color manual folding mirrors available on XE Sedan with (PCM) Preferred Package and (LZ4) 3.5L Variable Valve Timing V6 engine Exterior paint color (37U) Deep Blue Exterior paint color (58U) Black Mist (extra-cost color) Exterior paint color (80U) Red Jewel Tintcoat (extra-cost color) Changes (223) Morocco Brown interior trim now includes embossed on door trim, steering wheel and shift knob (in addition to the seat inserts) ----------------- 2008 Outlook Changes Deletions Exterior paint color (62U) Charcoal New Features Exterior paint color (12U) Garnet Exterior paint color (58U) Carbon Flash (DK1) Second row console, available on XR models with (ABB) 7-passenger seating (UVC) Rearview camera system, included and only available with (U3R) AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD player and DVD-based navigation or (UZR) AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD/DVD player and DVD-based navigation Changes (UD7) Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist is now included and only available on all models with (PDC) Convenience Package. (Previously only available on XR models with (PDC) Convenience Package.) (U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models. (KV1) 115-volt 3-prong household-style power outlet is now included and only available with (PCU) Advanced Audio Package. -----------------

2008 Acadia Changes Deletions (62U) Carbon Metallic exterior New Features (12U) Dark Crimson Metallic exterior color (58U) Carbon Black Metallic extra cost exterior color (94U) Platinum Ice Tricoat extra cost exterior color (available January 2008) (UVC) Rearview camera system (DK1) Console, second row (available August 2007) Changes (PDC) Cargo Convenience Package is now (PDM) Cargo Convenience Package ----------------- 2008 Canyon Changes Deletions (DC4) inside rearview manual day/night mirror with dual reading lights (DF8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror with map lights, compass and outside temperature display (PDZ) Crew Cab Sport Appearance Package (N87) 4 - 18" x 8" (45.7cm x 20.3cm) bright finish aluminum wheels (QDG) P235/50R18 all-season, blackwall tires (C4W) 4900 lbs. (2223 kg) GVWR (C5D) 4600 lbs. (2087 kg) GVWR (C3A) 4400 lbs. (1996 kg) GVWR (ZQ8) Sport Suspension Package Exterior color (43U) Flame Yellow Exterior color (46U) Stealth Gray Metallic Exterior color (85U) Sunburst Orange Metallic New Features Exterior color (28U) Red Orange Metallic Exterior color (58U) Carbon Black Metallic Exterior color (75U) Dark Steel Gray Metallic (DF5) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror with compass and outside temperature display (PDE) Glass Package, includes (AJ1) Solar-Ray deep-tinted glass and (A28) rear sliding window Changes (UE1) OnStar, one year of Safe and Sound Service now Standard (Z82) Trailering Package is now factory installed and has greater towing capacity (PDB) Sun and Sound Package now includes (CF5) power sunroof and (U2K) XM Satellite Radio.(UC6) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc CD changer is now available as a free flow. (T96) front halogen fog lamps are now standard on all models Battery cold-cranking amps changed from "690" to "590" (ESY) Astro Body Prep Package is now limited to five exterior colors (50U) Summit White, (41U) Onyx Black, (37U) Midnight Blue Metallic, (59U) Silver Birch Metallic and (74U) Fire Red ----------------- 2008 Envoy Changes Deletions Exterior color: (15U) Sand Beige Metallic Exterior color: (49U) Cranberry Red Metallic Exterior color: (54U) Graphite Metallic Light Tan Interior (PCR) Sun, Sound and Entertainment Package (US8) Audio system, AM/FM stereo with CD palyer and MP3 playback (GT5) rear axle, 4.10 ratio (QTE) Tires, P245/54R17 all-season blackwall (ZM5) Skid Plate Package (N80) Wheels, 4 - 17" x 7" (43.2 cm x 17.8 cm) SLE specific high polished forged aluminum New Features Exterior color (12U) Dark Crimson Metallic Exterior color (58U) Carbon Black Metallic Exterior color (81U) Medium Brown Metallic (P55) 20" polished aluminum wheels (U2K) XM Satellite Radio now standard on all models (ASF) Air bags, head curtain side-impact now standard on all models Changes Memory feature deleted from outside rearview mirrors (PDC) Cargo Convenience Package is now (PDM) Cargo Convenience Package ----------------- 2008 Sierra Changes Deletions (63U) Sport Red Metallic (U1C) AM/FM stereo with CD player (PDB) SLE1 Audio Package New Features (12U) Dark Crimson Metallic (66U) Sonoma Red Metallic Changes (AG1) 6-way power seat adjuster now available on 3SA Regular Cab models as part of (PCM) SLE1 Preferred Package. (U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models (UG1) Universal Home Remote now available on 4SA (previously included) (CE1) Rainsense front intermittent wipers now available on 4SA (previously included) ----------------- 2008 Yukon Changes Deletions (RYJ) cargo shade (will be available through GM Accessories) (26U) Blue-Green Crystal exterior color (53U) Antique Bronze Metallic exterior color (63U) Sport Red Metallic exterior color New Features (46U) Stealth Gray Metallic exterior color (66U) Sonoma Red Metallic exterior color (PDD) Convenience Package, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (UD7) Rear Parking Assist (available only on 3SA) (PDD) Convenience Package, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system, (UD7) Rear Parking Assist and (CJ2) dual-zone automatic climate control (available only on 3SB) (PDZ) Exterior Appearance Package, includes (N88) 4 - 17" x 7.5" (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm) bright aluminum, sport wheels, (T96) front log lamps and (V76) front recovery hooks (available only on 3SB) (PCM) Preferred Package, includes (XA7) heated windshield washer fluid system, (CE1) Rainsense front intermittent wipers and (E61) power liftgate with liftglass (available only on 4SB) Changes (AE7) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth has been replaced with (AZ3) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth (ASF) head curtain side-impact air bags are standard on all models Turn-by-Turn Navigation is standard on SLT ----------------- 2008 Yukon XL Changes Deletions (RYJ) cargo shade (will be available through GM Accessories) (26U) Blue-Green Crystal exterior color (53U) Antique Bronze Metallic exterior color (63U) Sport Red Metallic exterior color New Features (N89) 4 - 17" x 7.5" (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm) aluminum wheel available on 3/4 ton models (46U) Stealth Gray Metallic exterior color (66U) Sonoma Red Metallic exterior color (PDD) Convenience Package, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (UD7) Rear Parking Assist (available only on 3SA) (PDD) Convenience Package, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system, (UD7) Rear Parking Assist and (CJ2) dual-zone automatic climate control (available only on 3SB) (PDZ) Exterior Appearance Package, includes (N88) 4 - 17" x 7.5" (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm) bright aluminum, sport wheels (1/2 ton only), (T96) front fog lamps and (V76) front recovery hooks (available only on 3SB) (PCM) Preferred Package, includes (XA7) heated windshield washer fluid system, (CE1) Rainsense front intermittent wipers and (E61) power liftgate with liftglass (available only on 4SB) (JL4) StabiliTrak stability control system is now standard on 3/4 ton models (MYD) 6-speed automatic transmission on 3/4 ton models Changes (AE7) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth has been replaced with (AZ3) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth (ASF) head curtain side-impact air bags are standard on all models Turn-by-Turn Navigation is standard on SLT -----------------

2008 LaCrosse Deletions (AK5) frontal, driver and right front passenger air bags, includes Passenger Sensing System (front passenger air bag status indicated on inside rearview mirror) (C67) single-zone manual air conditioning with rear seat heating/cooling outlets Analog instrumentation with speedometer, temperature, fuel, tachometer, trip odometer, door and trunk ajar, washer fluid level and oil-life monitor (AP8) extended-range Remote Keyless Entry, enables dealer-installed remote start system (U1C) AM/FM stereo with CD player, seek-and-scan, digital clock and 6 speakers (NK5) 4-spoke steering wheel with mounted cruise controls (PCX) Chrome Enhancement Package Chrome surround grille with graphite colored accents (P23) 17" (43.2 cm) 8-spoke chromed aluminum wheels (J65) 4-wheel disc brakes Exterior color (46U) Slatestone Metallic Exterior color (49U) Dark Garnet Metallic Exterior color (53U) Sandstone Metallic (B36) Regular production accessory, Interior Protection Package (D52) Regular production accessory, rear spoiler New Features 4WN19 Super model -- Unique bodywork, portholes and interior enhancements -- (U2K) XM Satellite Radio -- (U3L) AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player includes (U88) Concert Sound III 9-speaker system -- Leather-appointed seating with Dream Weave inserts in (433) Cocoa and (833) Titanium -- (QDG) P235/50R18 all-season, blackwall tires -- (NW5) 18" (45.7 cm) painted aluminum wheels -- (FR2) 2.93 ratio axle -- (LS4) 5.3L V8 SFI engine with 300 hp and 323 lb-ft of torque -- Dual stainless-steel exhaust with chromed tips -- (FE4) 4-wheel independent, Special Ride and Handling suspension -- (JL4) StabiliTrak - Stability Control System Augusta/Pinehurst interior fabric Chrome, waterfall grille Exterior color (27U) Scarlett Red Exterior color (51U) Gold Mist Metallic Exterior color (76U) Dark Mocha Metallic Exterior color (87U) Dark Slate Metallic Interior trim color (432) and (433) Cocoa Interior trim color (53B) and (532) Neutral Interior trim color (83B), (832) and (833) Titanium Changes (AP9) trunk cargo net became standard on CX (U68) Instrumentation with Driver Information Center, became standard on CX Extended range remote keyless entry became standard on all models (AP3) Remote vehicle starter system became standard on all models Personalization features became standard on all models (U2K) XM Satellite Radio became standard on CX and CXL (N37) tilt and telescopic steering column became standard on CX and CXL (NP5) leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted cruise controls became standard on CX (UK3) Steering wheel mounted audio controls became standard on all models (UA6) Content theft alarm, theft-deterrent system became standard on all models (DH6) driver and front passenger visors with illuminated vanity mirrors became standard on CX (R13) Chromed Appearance Package became standard on all models (JL4) StabiliTrak - Stability Control System now standard on CXS, available on CXL (CJ2) dual-zone automatic climate control, air conditioning becomes standard on CX (AG2) front passenger 6-way power seat adjuster is now included and only available with (PCI) Driver Confidence Package on CXL and CXS. (KA1) heated driver and front passenger seats became standard on CXL and CXS (AM9) rear split-folding seats became available on CXL and are included and only available with (PDD) Comfort and Convenience Package or available to order free-flow for Fleet or Government orders on CX (AL9) driver 2-way power lumbar seat adjuster is now included and only available with (PDD) Comfort and Convenience Package or available to order free-flow for Fleet or Government orders on CX (PDD) Comfort and Convenience Package available on CX now contains: (AL9) driver 2-way power lumbar seat adjuster, (AM9) rear split-folding seat with armrest and dual cup holders and (KA1) heated driver and front passenger seats ----------------- 2008 Lucerne Changes Deletions (U1C) AM/FM stereo with CD player audio system (PCJ) Entertainment Package (NK5) 4-spoke steering wheel Exterior color (49U) Dark Garnet Metallic Exterior color (53U) Sandstone Metallic Exterior color (86U) Crimson Pearl Tintcoat Exterior color (93U) White Gold FlashTricoat CXL V8 no longer available (CXL V6 continues) (N75) Wheels, 17" (43.2 cm) Pearl Nickel-finish aluminum (PZ3) Wheels, 18" (45.7 cm) Pearl Nickel-finish aluminum New Features Exterior color (12U) Dark Crimson Metallic Exterior color (76U) Dark Mocha Metallic Exterior color (89U) Crystal Red Tint-Coat Exterior color (98U) White Diamond Tricoat Bright Silver (N75) 17" (43.2 cm) aluminum wheels replace Pearl Nickel-finish Bright Silver (PZ3) 18" (45.7 cm) aluminum wheels replace Pearl Nickel-finish (UFL) Lane Departure Warning (UFT) Side Blind Zone Alert (NSH) heated wood steering wheel with walnut burl finish (N37) power tilt and telescopic steering column available on CXS only (TSA) Black-chrome finish grille with chrome surrounds available on CXL and standard on CXS Changes (U2K) XM Satellite Radio now standard on all models (JL4) StabiliTrak - Stability Control System with Brake Assist now available on V6 models, CX and CXL (PCI) Driver Confidence Package now standard on CXS (CE1) Rainsense wipers moved to (PCI) Driver Confidence Package Angled stitching on CX and CXL interior door trim Premium Exterior Colors: (76U) Dark Mocha Metallic, (89U) Crystal Red Tintcoat, (98U) White Diamond Tricoat and (99U) Sharkskin now available on CX -----------------

2008 DTS Changes Deletions Exterior color (23U) WA-984L Green Silk Exterior color (53U) WA-317N Radiant Bronze Exterior color (77U) WA-300M Glacier White Exterior color (86U) WA-379E Crimson Pearl Exterior color (93U) WA-961L White Lightning New Features Exterior color (98U) WA-800J White Diamond Interior color Light Linen with Cocoa interior accents (412/413/414). Not available at start of production. Light Linen will replace Cashmere once Light Linen is available. Interior color Light Linen with Cocoa seats (415). Not available at start of production. Light Linen will replace Cashmere once Light Linen is available. Tuscany Leather interior available with front 40/20/40 flex seating. Not available with (394) Cashmere interior 195 Ebony Tehama Leather (PLA) Platinum Edition DTS. Not available at start of production. Changes All Ebony interiors feature Titanium upper interior color ----------------- 2008 Escalade Changes Deletions Exterior color (53U) Radiant Bronze Exterior color (63U) Red E (RYJ) Cargo shade (Available through SPO for 2008 MY) Power liftgate interior strap (Power liftgate is standard) (PCW) Information Package (PCX) Climate Package Late deletions: Under hood air filter gage. Oil level switch in oil pan (2008i). Removing the 2 additional DVD map updates. Rubber finger grip on liftgate pull-down hand cup. New Features Exterior color (46) Stealth Gray Exterior color (80U) Infrared. Available at extra charge. 2WD Model (mid August SORP) [ESCALADE ESV] (PDW) V8 Ultra Luxury Collection (navigation, Rear Camera, IntelliBeam headlamps, Heated/Cooled Seats, Heated Steering Wheel, Power Release 2nd row seat, 22" wheels) New Key Fob design Late add: "Dome Off" lettering on lamp controls Changes All rear badging changes to "Escalade" and will be located in lower right of leftgate. Side door badging will not change. PRNDL changes from green to red LEDs Symbol for power liftgate disable changes from a circle to "off" Second row bench storage changes to twin cupholders Late changes: Third row articulating coat hook will be replaced by fixed coat hook. ----------------- 2008 SRX Changes Deletions Exterior color (80U) WA-301N Infrared (K14) Auto recirculating air filter New Features Exterior color (12U) WA-519Q Black Cherry Exterior color (89U) WA-505Q Crystal Red Tintcoat. Available at extra charge. (PFS) 17" x 7.5" painted cast aluminum wheel. Standard on V6. Changes (N93) 17" x 7.5" machined-finish cast aluminum wheel. Included and only available with (PDP) V6 Luxury Collection. New design for (NP5), (NR7) and (N31) steering wheels ----------------- 2008 STS Changes Deletions Exterior color (80U) Infrared (QF8) 18" 9-spoke, non-faceted polished cast aluminum wheels. (LY7) 3.6L V6 VVT SFI Engine (MX0) and (MX7) 5-speed automatic transmissions Eucalyptus wood trim New Features (P40) 18" x 8" polished cast aluminum wheels Exterior color (12U) WA-519Q Black Cherry Exterior color (89U) WA-505Q Crystal Red Tintcoat. Available at extra charge. New design for (PD5) 18" x 8" chrome wheel New design for (NR7) Heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel with Kinetic aluminum trim. STS-V only. (PDP) V6 Luxury Collection (1SB only) (PDQ) V6 Premium Luxury Collection (1SC only) (PDU) V8 Premium Luxury Collection (1SE only) (PDV) V8 Performance Collection (1SG only) (Y41) V6 Luxury Level Two Package. (Y53) Driver Awareness Package. Exterior refresh, includes new grille, fender extractors, rocker panels, front and rear fascias and exhaust tips Interior refresh, includes center stack, door trim and new wood accents. (UFL) Lane Departure Warning. Standard on STS-V. Included and only available in (Y53) Driver Awareness Package on STS. (UFT) Side Blind Zone Alert. Standard on STS-V. Included and only available in (Y53) Driver Awareness Package on STS. Sapele Pommele wood in (B19) and (B20) Wood Trim Packages. (LLT) 3.6L V6 SIDI Engine. Standard on V6 (6DW29). (JL7) Enhanced 4-channel StabiliTrak with Active Steering on 1SG with AWD. (MX0) and (MX7) 6-speed automatic transmissions on V6. Changes (PCZ) Performance Handling Package now available on 1SC and 1SG AWD. (UV6) Head-Up Display available without (K59) Adaptive Cruise Control on V6 and V8. Requires (YQ4) Audio system with navigation. (UV6) Head-Up Display now standard on STS-V. ----------------- 2008 XLR Changes Deletions Exterior color (51U) WA-316N Gold Mist Exterior color (19U) WA-933L Xenon Blue Exterior color (80U) WA-301N Infrared New Features Exterior color (11U) WA-506Q Goldstream Exterior color (85U) WA-512Q Elektra Blue Tintcoat Exterior color (89U) WA-505Q Crystal Red Tintcoat (PD5) New chrome wheel (N31) Heated steering wheel Expanded Platinum Edition exterior color choices Blue Tooth capability (through GM SPO). Interim 2008. -----------------

2008 Avalanche Changes Deletions (AE7) Seats, front 40/20/40 split-bench with Custom Cloth, 3-passenger (26U) Bermuda Blue Metallic (63U) Sport Red Metallic (E95) Rear cargo cover, soft New Features (AZ3) Front 40/20/40 split-bench seats with covered storage areas (46U) Blue Granite Metallic (66U) Deep Ruby Metallic (AG2) Seat adjuster, front passenger 6-way power (AM1) Seat adjuster, manual lumbar control on the driver-side (PDD) Convenience Package #1, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (UD7) rear parking assist (available only on 1LS and 1LT) (PDD) Convenience Package #2, includes (XA7) heater windshield washer fluid system and (CE1) front intermittent Rainsense wipers (available only on 3LT) Changes (ASF) Air bags, head curtain side-impact now standard on all models (U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models Turn-by-Turn Navigation is standard on LT and LTZ models ----------------- 2008 Colorado Changes Deletions (DF8) inside rearview auto-dimming mirror with map lights, compass and outside temperature display (ZQ8) Suspension Package, Sport (V4A) Xtreme Performance Package (P67) 4 -18" x 8" (45.7cm x 20.3 cm) hyper silver aluminum wheels (N87) 4 - 18" x 8" (45.7 cm x 20.3 cm) aluminum wheels (C3A) GVWR, 4400 lbs. (1996 kg) (C5D) GVWR, 4600 lbs. (2087 kg) (C4W) GVWR, 4900 lbs. (2223 kg) Exterior color (43U) Yellow Exterior color (46U) Blue Granite Metallic Exterior color (85U) Sunburst Orange Metallic (PCJ) Sun and Fun Package New Features (28U) Inferno Orange Metallic (extra cost color) (58U) Black Granite Metallic (extra cost color) (75U) Dark Gray Metallic (DF5) Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror with compass and outside temperature display Changes (UE1) OnStar, 1-year Safe and Sound Service is now standard (excludes Chassis Cab) (was available in 2007) Interior color (19*) Very Dark Pewter description changing to Ebony Interior color (31*) Light Cashmere description changing to Ebony and Light Cashmere (Z85) Standard Suspension Package and (Z71) Off-Road Suspension Package now hard packaged by PEG (Z71) Off-Road Suspension Package, (2LT) PEG, will not be offered on CS15403 Models (PCL) Street Pack becomes the 1LS PEG Z71 Wheel flares are now color-keyed (PDB) Sun and Sound Package is no longer available on Regular Cab 1LT and 2LT models ----------------- 2008 Equinox Changes Deletions (21U) Laser Blue Metallic exterior color (36U) Bermuda Green Metallic exterior color (71U) Black Amethyst Metallic exterior color (QLJ) Tires, P235/60R17 all-season blackwall (QZ7) Wheels, 4 - 17" x 7" polished forged aluminum (DD7) Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming with compass New Features 19C Ebony Cloth Sport model only 192 Ebony perforated leather inserts Sport model only (23U) Navy Blue Metallic exterior color (58U) Black Granite Metallic extra cost exterior color (82U) Golden Teal Metallic exterior color 1SP Sport model, includes 3.6L V6 engine, Sport specific interior and exterior trim, Sport suspension and exclusive wheels and exterior colors (NW5) Wheels, 4 18" x 8" Sport model only LTZ 1LZ replaces LT 3LT Driver Information Center ----------------- 2008 Express Changes Deletions (UB1) AM/FM stereo with CD player (UC6) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc CD changer (G80) Heavy-duty locking rear differential (LM7) Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI engine (L59) Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI FlexFuel engine (LR4) Vortec 4.8L V8 SFI engine (LQ4) Vortec 6.0L V8 SFI engine (GU6) 3.42 rear axle ratio (GT5) 4.10 rear axle ratio New Features (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control, Radio Data System (RDS) and two front door speakers, requires (ZQ2) Convenience Package (US9) AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible 6-disc in-dash CD changer, seek-and-scan, digital clock, auto-tone control and Radio Data System (RDS) and two front door speakers, requires (ZQ2) Convenience Package (ASF) Head curtain side-impact air bags standard on all models (U80) 8-point digital compass located in Driver Information Center, included and only available with (C69) rear air conditioning (UFA) Outside temperature display, located in Driver Information Center, requires (ZR7) Chrome Appearance Package (W1Y) Steering wheel mounted audio controls, included and only available with (NP5) leather-wrapped steering wheel (LMF) Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI engine standard on 1500 models (N15) E85 FlexFuel capability, requires (LMF) Vortec 5.3L V8 SFI engine (LY6) Vortec 6.0L V8 SFI engine standard on 2500 and 3500 models Changes (JL4) StabiliTrak now standard on all models ----------------- 2008 HHR Changes Deletions (42U) Dark Silver Metallic (63U) Sport Red Metallic (82U) Golden Teal Metallic (84U) Majestic Amethyst Metallic (PDD) Convenience Package (B50) Regular production accessory, front and rear premium floormats (B41) Regular production accessory, rear premium cargo mat (Q8H) Regular production accessory, front and rear molded splash guards (VGG) Regular production accessory, step pad (T43) Regular production accessory, rear spoiler (QG9) 16" aluminum machine-face wheels Satin Chrome Appearance Package New Features (39U) Blue Flash Metallic (74U) Victory Red (75U) Dark Gray Metallic (79U) Cardinal Red Metallic (NZ6) 16" custom spoke, painted sterling silver wheels (PY1) 16" chrome aluminum wheels 1AS26 2LT equipment group (PDU) Enhanced Sound Package includes (UQ3) Pioneer premium 7-speaker audio system and (U2K) XM Satellite Radio (JL4) StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system (AA5) Solid rear quarter (not available at start of production) Changes (UE1) OnStar is now standard ----------------- 2008 Silverado Changes Deletions (63U) Sport Red Metallic (U1C) AM/FM stereo with CD player New Features (12U) Dark Cherry Metallic (66U) Deep Ruby Metallic Changes (AG1) 6-way power seat adjuster now available on 1LT (PDC) Work Truck Convenience Package replaces (PDD) Work Truck Convenience Package but has the same content (U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models incl Work Truck ----------------- 2008 Suburban Changes Deletions (RYJ) cargo shade (will be available through GM Accessories) (26U) Bermuda Blue Metallic exterior color (53U) Amber Bronze Metallic exterior color (63U) Sport Red Metallic exterior color New Features (P25) 4 - 17" x 7.5" (43.2 cm x 19.1 cm) 8-lug bright machined aluminum wheels on 3/4 ton models (46U) Blue Granite Metallic exterior color (66U) Deep Ruby Metallic exterior color (MYD) 6-speed automatic transmission on 3/4 ton models (JL4) StabliTrak stability control system is now standard on 3/4 ton models (PDD) Convenience Package 1, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (UD7) Rear Parking Assist (available only on 1LS and 1LT) (PDD) Convenience Package 2, includes (XA7) heated windshield washer fluid system, (CE1) Rainsense front intermittent wipers and (E61) power liftgate with liftglass (available only on 3LT) Changes (AE7) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth has been replaced with (AZ3) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth and covered storage areas (ASF) head curtain side-impact air bags are standard on all models Turn-by-Turn Navigation is standard on LT and LTZ models ----------------- 2008 Tahoe Changes Deletions (RYJ) cargo shade (will be available through GM Accessories) (26U) Bermuda Blue Metallic exterior color (53U) Amber Bronze Metallic exterior color (63U) Sport Red Metallic exterior color New Features (46U) Blue Granite Metallic exterior color (66U) Deep Ruby Metallic exterior color (PDD) Convenience Package 1, includes (JF4) power-adjustable pedals, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (UD7) Rear Parking Assist (available only on 1LS and 1LT) (PDD) Convenience Package 2, includes (XA7) heated windshield washer fluid system, (CE1) Rainsense front intermittent wipers and (E61) power liftgate with liftglass (available only on 3LT) Changes (AE7) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth has been replaced with (AZ3) front 40/20/40 split-bench seat with Custom Cloth and covered storage areas (ASF) head curtain side-impact air bags are standard on all models Turn-by-Turn Navigation is standard on LT and LTZ models ----------------- 2008 Trailblazer Changes Deletions Exterior color (15U) Sandstone Metallic Exterior color (49U) Bordeaux Red Metallic Exterior color (54U) Graphite Metallic (27*) Light Cashmere/Ebony Interior (RAE) Cargo Area Management System (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback (PCR) Sun, Sound and Entertainment Package (UC6) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc CD changer New Features Exterior color (12U) Dark Cherry Metallic Exterior color (58U) Black Granite Metallic (extra cost) Exterior color (81U) Desert Brown Metallic New Equipment Groups Fleet 1FL and 2FL, Retail equipment groups 1LT, 2LT and 3LT LT 1LT - Cloth interior with LT exterior appearance (New for 2008! LT 'look' with LS interior value) LT 2LT - Leather interior (previously 1SD plus leather) LT 3LT - Up-level leather interior (previously 1SE plus 18" wheels) Fleet 1FL - Base LS equipment (previously 1SA) Fleet 2FL - LS equipment (previously 1SB) (U2K) XM Satellite Radio Standard (ASF) head curtain side-impact air bags now standard. (PDM) Cargo Convenience Package (PDL) Off-Road Package, includes (V76) Recovery hooks and (ZM5) Skid Plate Package ----------------- 2008 Uplander Changes Deletions CU12216 2LT Equipment group CU12216 3LT Equipment group (14U) Light Amethyst Metallic (25U) Dark Blue Metallic (35U) Polar Blue Metallic (UMS) PhatNoise entertainment system (V39) Removable overhead storage console (PDY) Security Package (PCN) Storage and Organizer Package (VDJ) Regular production accessory, second row floor console accessory kit (VGG) Regular production accessory, rear bumper protector kit New Features (87U) Slate Metallic CU12216 ENHANCED 1LT Equipment group (PDC) Convenience Package includes (UG1) Universal Home Remote, (AP3) remote vehicle starter system and (D7E) cargo convenience center (UJ6) Tire pressure monitoring system Auxiliary input jacks on (US8) AM/FM stereo with CD player and (US9) AM/FM stereo with 6-disc in-dash CD changer Changes (PDD) Convenience Package is now called Power Convenience Package (U2K) XM Satellite Radio is now standard on all models (JL4) StabiliTrak is now standard on all models (NW9) Traction control is now standard on all models (PDE) replaces (PCM) as the new RPO code for the Climate Package (PCW) replaces (FE3) as the new RPO code for the Safe and Secure Package (PCH) replaces (PCQ) as the new RPO code for the Mobility Prep Package, paratransit upgrade. (PDJ) replaces (PCU) as the new RPO code for the Overhead Rail System delete. (LGD) 3.9L V6 SFI engine is now available on CU11416 models (**C) Custom Cloth interior is now available on 1LS models (AG1) Driver 6-way power seat adjuster is now available on 1LS models (AN2) Integral child seat is now available on 1LS models (D4V) Front seat utility tray is now available on 1LS models (PCW) Safe and Secure Package is no longer available on the CU11416 1FL model (V59) Luggage rack side rails are no longer available on the CU11416 1FL model -----------------

Welcome to Choppin' Competition #40! C&G Choppin' Competition hits the big 4-0 and thanks to everyone who has brought their talent onto the site to make it as great as it is! Recently, we've seen what a a graphics design student and GM can do with the rolling billboard that is the HHR panel. Now, we want to see what you can do! Your task, should you choose to accept it, is to customize your own HHR Panel. This can be anything you like - a simple graphics wrap to a full-out rolling J.C. Whitney showcase, its up to you. Remember to have fun with this, too. Silly and satirical entries are very much accepted, so let your creativity out to play. This is your blank canvas to create upon! Please use only the HHR Panel as the base pic for your entry. Some Picture Sources... -HHR Panel @Autodeadline* Size guidelines remain at 800x600, so please size your entry accordingly. Please do not submit your images as Bitmap (.bmp) files. The winner will recieve a GM-related prize from C&G! Deadline is Friday May 11th @ 11:59PM your local time. Good luck and have fun! *Instructions for accessing high-resolution images through AutoDeadline: Replace the bold, orange section of the URL... (http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/*query?silverado&Source=all) ...with the make/model/etc you're searching for. Replacing 'silverado' with 'lesabre' will bring up downloadable hi-res images of the Buick LeSabre.

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Welcome to the Sketch Competition #16 Voting thread! Remember, artists who entered must vote for someone other than themselves. Those that do not vote or vote for themselves will be asessed a two (2) point penalty. Voters, please nominate four (4) entries in this format: 1st place 2nd place 3rd place 4th place Each first place vote earns 4 points, each second place vote 3 points, each third place vote 2 points, and each fourth place vote 1 point. Voting begins now and will end Saturday May 5, 2007 @ 11:59PM. Only those votes cast during that time will be counted. Remember, the 1st place winner will recieve a special GM-related prize from Cheers and Gears! 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Welcome to Sketch Competition #17! Its never too early to start thinking about the future. Well, maybe its a little early in this case, but there's nothing wrong with it at all. In the near future, the Saturn division will boast a lineup of very modern, very recent products through which it can establish itself as a full-line auto brand. However, of what concrete information we know, there may very well be a few holes in their lineup that could be filled; what fills it is a mystery. You, however, can fill in that gap. Your task, should you choose to accept it, is to design a vehicle that you feel Saturn needs but doesn't make. Keep in mind your entry should augment - not replace a current or near-future Saturn product. For example, don't design a 3-door Astra, but do consider and Astra sedan, an AURA convertible, or light pickup. Even a Corsa-based subcompact or SKY hardtop coupe is fair game. Bodystyle and car, truck, SUV, or van is up to you as long as its different from what Saturn is making now. Its highly-encouraged that your sketch include at minimum 2 (two) of the following: -3/4 Front View -3/4 Rear View -Interior View Remember, people will be voting based on the overall presentation of your entry, so the more views, the better, including ones not specifically listed above. Also, if you want to include special features, by all means point them out! Aside from 800x600 size guidelines, remember this must be a GM vehicle. The winner will recieve a GM-related prize! Deadline is Tuesday, May 15th @ 11:59PM your local time. Good luck!

Thing is, the Neon SRT-4 actually looked as it should - a hopped-from-the-factory sport compact, not some near-midsize wagon with chunky lines.

This was an actual Maxima I saw today. The pic says it all.

Just the general nature of goofy tackons and a hoodscoop that I'm sure is totally functional to a poor original design.

Dear Caliber SRT, Please give me my body panels back. I feel cold and naked. Signed, Pontiac Grand Am.

Seriously??

A minimal investment gives key people in the Saturn division the opportunity to understand first-hand why those that own their products like and enjoy their products. It gives them a chance to hear what legacy and first-time owners like, dislike, and would like seeing improved on current and future models. It also provides the opportunity for key figures in the Saturn enthusiast community to meet each other for the first time at a Saturn-based event and foster relationships based on this. C&G was probably the only organization that did not members that regularly meet offline. The numerous tuning and performance clubs as well as SKY owner associations have regular and frequent meets that promote the Saturn product on their own. The entire concept of a Brand Advocate is creating self-sustaining, independent (usually word-of-mouth) advertising for your product/company that requires a minimal of support or investment from that your company. Saturn doesn't pay these organizations to promote their brand; they do so themselves through track events, campouts, day trips, and scenic cruises. Mind you, this isn't fifteen guys with their old Mustangs who meet at the IHOP every third Tuesday and talk about how much better their classic are compared to new Fords; these members are passionate about the brand and the product and have 'converted' many of their family and friends. Stories of Saturn owners bringing former import drivers dissatisfied with the shuck-and-jive Toyo/Honda way of retailing cars into the Saturn family are prolific and downright remarkable considering that - until recently - the cars they made weren't anything special. What did this cost GM? Maybe $21,000 based on the list prices of the airfare, hotels, transportation, etc (and tell GM pays full price for a hotel suite in a building they own). That buys you, what, a page 53 ad in Good Housekeeping? Instead, they provided a small group of people who are influential in their respective owner/enthusiast communites with information, the opportunity to exchange, and that warm n' fuzzy Saturn family hug feeling so they can go back home and communicate positive news about Saturn to more of their friends and family and associates who just may be influenced into buying a Saturn, or at the very least considering one. As far as sponsorships, Saturn has a Mobile Events Tour that travels the country with new product. I've seen them twice at local events in my metro area. The 2008 VUE was the 'official vehicle' of the Boston Marathon. Saturn used to offer startup packs for local car clubs as well as Saturn Motorsports-endorsed racing. They no longer do for a variety of reasons, but vocal outcry of the lack of such events and support may have Saturn reintroducing their club packs and perhaps Motorsports in the future. You also have to remember that Saturn dealerships are responsible for sponsoring local events. The dealers in my area have sponsored school car washes, baseball games, blood drives, and countless other community events on and off the lots. And as for how much GM benefits from this Brand Advocate Meeting? I don't know the answer and neither do you. No one outside GM knows and I'm not sure even they do because this is the first time they've held such an event.

I saw one of these today and I thought of you, my friend. Congrats!

Firebird III & Me

The GM Heritage Center A photographic tour of GM's most historic collection By Brian Dreggors Most people know about this place; if not, its the Holy Land to GM enthusiasts. While Ford and Chrysler proudly display their historic cars and trucks in huge, brightly-lit museums open daily for all to enjoy, GM keeps its most prized treasures in a rectangular building hidden away on the ground of the GM Technical Center, off-limits to the general public. Why? Who knows. But it sure adds allure and makes visitors seem like honored guests, which in a way, we were. Not only did we get to enjoy the grace and beauty of 100+ years of American motorcar, but we had a wonderful catered dinner there as well. Rather than give us a guided tour (citing that most people just wander off within a few seconds anyway), the directors simply opened the doors and let us in. In that spirit, I will do the same. A few quick notes, though: approximately 145 cars were on display this evening, representing about 1/4 or 1/5 of GM's total collection. All but two of these cars are owned by GM. I believe all still run in some capacity, at least the famous concepts do; they even have the keys dangling from their ignitions (define: temptation). If they ever were auctioned, the 1951 LeSabre is valued at $10-15 million while the 1938 Y-Job commands $15-20 million. Don't worry, though; they aren't going anywhere... that is, unless I can get my hands on those keys again... Enjoy.

Toyota spies guilty APRIL 24, 2007 | Link to Original Article @ GrandPrix.com The long-running case against former Ferrari engineers Mauro Iacconi and Angelo Santini, who were accused of stealing Ferrari secrets and giving them to Toyota, has concluded at the Tribunale di Modena with Santini condemned to nine months in prison for industrial espionage and Iacconi facing 16 months in jail for receiving the information from Santini and passing it on to Toyota. Both sentences were suspended but both men say they will appeal the decision. The case relates back nearly five years to the start of the 2003 season, when there were suggestions that Toyota was running a copy of the Ferrari design. Santini, who worked at Ferrari from 1995 until the start of 2002, had moved to Toyota, which was planning to use a second windtunnel called Aerolab, located at Bologna Sant'Agata, just up the road from Ferrari. This employed a number of former Ferrari engineers. The construction of the new windtunnel began around the same time and was completed by January 2005. It is now being used by Spyker after Toyota built a second tunnel at its Cologne headquarters. Ferrari suspected that aerodynamic information had been stolen from Maranello and had ended up in the hands of Toyota engineers and so filed an official complaint. Police investigations led to police raids in both Italy and Germany in 2004 and charges were then made in 2005. The case went to court a year ago. It is possible that German investigators will pursue others who may have been involved. The Cologne public prosecution service has charged former team principal Ove Andersson, chief designer Gustav Brunner and the team's head of aerodynamics Rene Hilhorst but they have not yet been indicted as the Germans decided to wait until the Italian court cases were over. The appeal process will slow that down still further. All of this will be watched closely by Red Bull and Spyker as the two quibble over drawings which Spyker obtained from Red Bull Racing.