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Next gen Antara. I read Opel wants it on their platform. (So They can Build it) http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110226/ANE/110229886/1193

came across this this morning. Holden Design is penning one of three new aspirational models to debut under Opel badges in Europe

Hmm Nesbit just got shifted to Shanghai. http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/0D10D210B78114E9CA25789C0016C5AE Not a huge Nesbit fan.

I like the Regal, and I would even add the Wagon to Buick. But to me it doesn't have the Fine details Lacrosse and Enclave have. The Regal design has much more in common with Saturns. I also think GME has there own thing going on. While Buick is central to GMAP. I am a huge fan of The Lacrosse design. And the 2 main designers Justin Thompson, and Richard Duff are with GMAP now. Duff With Patac,and Thompson back at Holden. And Gmap has done some really nice Buick concepts. The IMO Gorgeous Riv concept GMAP also has Both RWD/AWD and FWD/AWD platforms to build on. Either with an on demand AWD option would work. Where do you think would produce a Better, more truly Buick design GM AsiaPacific or GMEurope?

I looked up Robert Melville he is senior designer at Mclaren now. Melville did both sketches.

Beyond the aluminum, I expect as much as possible will be shared with the new EPII, and Delta platforms. Everything that isn't rear drive specific. From wiper motors,to brakes,switches...... The VF Commodore should have as many parts as possible shared with EPII and Delta II (?) That would lower the vehicle cost, I think.

I do like both designs in this thread (I think they are different). I like the B pillar door handle. As for platform I think gm has everything they need in EPII (112 in wb) for a grand Touring 2+2 coupe, and convert. Riviera and Velite. They have the Platform, powertrain (w/Haldex awd),Global brand and design talent to make it happen.

I quite like that little detail on the hood. The c pillar and the shape of the rear window. Hopefully the Riv is a standout design. More then just a 2 door regal.

[img]http://www.carzwallz.com/images/cars/thumbnails/Buick_Velite_Concept_03.jpg[/img] [size="4"][b]I think the time is right for the Riv and Velite to be built. Velite should be a sister to the Riv. Build Both on the 112 wb EPII, with optional AWD. I would like to see a targa look, with GM europes softop mechanism. Like on the Saab 9x air concept [/b][/size]. [img]http://itwildcats.net/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/saab-9x-air-141.jpg[/img] [img]http://cdn-www.rsportscars.com/images/saab/saab-9x-air-e85-hybrid-concept/saab-9x-air-concept-profile-blue-skies_w800.jpg[/img]

I love the curves,the roofline,the beltline, the reardeck. I really think this should be the size and body of the Riv if it's built. Has anyone chopped a production version? headlamps,side mirrors...

2 spy shots, and a photochop http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/263338/astra_suv_takes_its_first_steps.html

2 spy shots, and a photochop Astra based crossover. http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/263338/astra_suv_takes_its_first_steps.html

It's not my cup of tea, but I think Holden would still like to Build the coupe 60. I could see it with Holden's Buick Fascia. It's really a ready to build car, that's been on hold. http://concept.holdencampaign.com.au/ I think the unconfirmed Insignia Coupe would likely be a better fit. GTC Concept With Saab out of the Fold, Thoughts on the Insignia Sport Tourer?

Is there a place for Future Global niche Vehicles at Buick? With the addition of the Insignia, and a future Theta (Centieme?) Buick looks to have strong lineup coming. My question what potential is there for niche vehicles? (Likely small volume imports) An Insignia sports tourer based Electra? An insignia coupe?

The Car on the end looks like it is the Insignia. Regal would be a poor choice of name. It's to old school. Every other vehicle in the Lineup is new school. I wouldn't object to bringing back the Reatta model name though.