What is so "outdated" about the Impala styling?
02-01-2012, 10:08 PM
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What is so "outdated" about the Impala styling? I know just bought mine about 2 months ago but I don't think its outdated at all. Yes it is kinda simple but I thing that's a good thing in a way. I know its been the same since 2006 but it doesn't look old or outdated at all. I think it has a aggressive stance its I think it looks great! This is coming from someone who used to have a Mustang and I just dont get what a lot of these bad reviews are saying. Iyho what do you guys think?
02-01-2012, 10:19 PM
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im sorry but i agree with the reviews a hundred percent. people like to have something new. there is no way for it to compete with other cars if they dont change the body style. people want everyone else to know or just to have self satisfaction that they got a brand new car and everyone can tell by looking at it. im not about to buy a brand new impala when you can just get a 2006 and not even tell the difference.
its a nice car,reliable and nice high output v6 , but it needs to change. you can only keep the same body style for so long. hell the sebring ( 200) looks alot more badass then the impala, same with the camry
its a nice car,reliable and nice high output v6 , but it needs to change. you can only keep the same body style for so long. hell the sebring ( 200) looks alot more badass then the impala, same with the camry
02-01-2012, 10:37 PM
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Yeah cause the GP's have changed so much from the comp g to the gxp.
A hole in the fender and slightly larger spoiler I guess count as a change? I don't count rims cause those are easily changed out.
04SS
06ss(please excuse the horrible AFTERMARKET exhaust on this car. It was the best profile one I could find on a quick search.)
Are some of the things on the inside out dated? YES. I like the fact that they don't look like all the newer cars coming out. Most look the same to the point that without badging it's getting hard to tell whats what.
A hole in the fender and slightly larger spoiler I guess count as a change? I don't count rims cause those are easily changed out.
04SS
06ss(please excuse the horrible AFTERMARKET exhaust on this car. It was the best profile one I could find on a quick search.)
Are some of the things on the inside out dated? YES. I like the fact that they don't look like all the newer cars coming out. Most look the same to the point that without badging it's getting hard to tell whats what.
02-01-2012, 10:46 PM
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Well I was just saying that the imp doesn't look out of style(IMO). Look at how often most foreign cars are redesigned. I feel really bad for people who have accords or Maximas or even Camarys. They change about about 2-3 years and cost a lot more then the Impalas. Even the Ford Fusion is up for a facelift.
02-01-2012, 10:51 PM
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Now Now, No harsh feelings!
There were minimal changes, however to be exact....
"Cosmetically, the GXP differs from the other models with more aggressive bodywork including a different front clip, wheel well cooling vents on the front fenders, a different rear bumper, and twin-dual polished exhaust. The Grand Prix GXP also offers a unique feature of the different-width 18-inch (460 mm) polished Alcoa Forged aluminum wheels. The front wheels are eight inches (255 mm) wide, and the rear wheels are seven inches (225 mm) wide."
So,
Fender Vent,
Front and Rear Bumper,
Exhaust,
Spoiler,
Rims,
Suspension....
What else could they change without making a new body?
Hell, The only difference between a LTZ and a SS that I notice is rims (which don't count according to you) and a SS badge. Just saying
No harsh feelings, im just saying my opinion. I do like the interiors of the Imps and Montes. Lastly, we are here about the engines and are all alike in one sense. We drive FWD V8's and love every minute of it.
There were minimal changes, however to be exact....
"Cosmetically, the GXP differs from the other models with more aggressive bodywork including a different front clip, wheel well cooling vents on the front fenders, a different rear bumper, and twin-dual polished exhaust. The Grand Prix GXP also offers a unique feature of the different-width 18-inch (460 mm) polished Alcoa Forged aluminum wheels. The front wheels are eight inches (255 mm) wide, and the rear wheels are seven inches (225 mm) wide."
So,
Fender Vent,
Front and Rear Bumper,
Exhaust,
Spoiler,
Rims,
Suspension....
What else could they change without making a new body?
Hell, The only difference between a LTZ and a SS that I notice is rims (which don't count according to you) and a SS badge. Just saying
No harsh feelings, im just saying my opinion. I do like the interiors of the Imps and Montes. Lastly, we are here about the engines and are all alike in one sense. We drive FWD V8's and love every minute of it.
02-01-2012, 10:56 PM
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how is comparing the same model year comp g to the grand prix gxp and comparing a completely different model year impala to the next generation impala ss a valid argument at all.
the grand prix gxp and the comp g have alot more differences then the same model year imp and imp ss.
and the fender,side skirts,bumpers,spoiler are diffrent
the grand prix gxp and the comp g have alot more differences then the same model year imp and imp ss.
and the fender,side skirts,bumpers,spoiler are diffrent
02-01-2012, 11:07 PM
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Now Now, No harsh feelings!
There were minimal changes, however to be exact....
"Cosmetically, the GXP differs from the other models with more aggressive bodywork including a different front clip, wheel well cooling vents on the front fenders, a different rear bumper, and twin-dual polished exhaust. The Grand Prix GXP also offers a unique feature of the different-width 18-inch (460 mm) polished Alcoa Forged aluminum wheels. The front wheels are eight inches (255 mm) wide, and the rear wheels are seven inches (225 mm) wide."
So,
Fender Vent,
Front and Rear Bumper,
Exhaust,
Spoiler,
Rims,
Suspension....
What else could they change without making a new body?
Hell, The only difference between a LTZ and a SS that I notice is rims (which don't count according to you) and a SS badge. Just saying
No harsh feelings, im just saying my opinion. I do like the interiors of the Imps and Montes. Lastly, we are here about the engines and are all alike in one sense. We drive FWD V8's and love every minute of it.
There were minimal changes, however to be exact....
"Cosmetically, the GXP differs from the other models with more aggressive bodywork including a different front clip, wheel well cooling vents on the front fenders, a different rear bumper, and twin-dual polished exhaust. The Grand Prix GXP also offers a unique feature of the different-width 18-inch (460 mm) polished Alcoa Forged aluminum wheels. The front wheels are eight inches (255 mm) wide, and the rear wheels are seven inches (225 mm) wide."
So,
Fender Vent,
Front and Rear Bumper,
Exhaust,
Spoiler,
Rims,
Suspension....
What else could they change without making a new body?
Hell, The only difference between a LTZ and a SS that I notice is rims (which don't count according to you) and a SS badge. Just saying
No harsh feelings, im just saying my opinion. I do like the interiors of the Imps and Montes. Lastly, we are here about the engines and are all alike in one sense. We drive FWD V8's and love every minute of it.
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02-01-2012, 11:10 PM
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they are outdated. Most of the other real competitive manufacturers have updated their mid size sedan EXCEPT GM.
Fords new Fusion.
Chryslers new 300c.
Dodges new Charger.
Toyotas new Camry. (Didnt do much really, but you can see the difference)
Its not just the exterior though, but the interior as well. Lets face it, the interiors on our cars are pretty crappy lol. Not only that but the engine and transmissions as well....210 hp 3.5l v6? I know they just finally put in the respectable 3.6l but come on...and a 4 speed tranny , what is this 1992? lol (i know the 6 speed was just put in...stating this because there have been talks about it being outdated for about 2 years now)
But at the same time the Accord and Altima are starting to look a little dated as well, although nissan did do a refresh to the Altima to help a little bit.
And before someone gets all butthurt let me just say I have an 06 Monte SS as pointed out in my sig...my car before this was an 01 Monte SS that got beat into the ground...my 06 is outdated but i still love it(well hate it at the same time, its a love hate thing)
Fords new Fusion.
Chryslers new 300c.
Dodges new Charger.
Toyotas new Camry. (Didnt do much really, but you can see the difference)
Its not just the exterior though, but the interior as well. Lets face it, the interiors on our cars are pretty crappy lol. Not only that but the engine and transmissions as well....210 hp 3.5l v6? I know they just finally put in the respectable 3.6l but come on...and a 4 speed tranny , what is this 1992? lol (i know the 6 speed was just put in...stating this because there have been talks about it being outdated for about 2 years now)
But at the same time the Accord and Altima are starting to look a little dated as well, although nissan did do a refresh to the Altima to help a little bit.
And before someone gets all butthurt let me just say I have an 06 Monte SS as pointed out in my sig...my car before this was an 01 Monte SS that got beat into the ground...my 06 is outdated but i still love it(well hate it at the same time, its a love hate thing)
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02-01-2012, 11:22 PM
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The Fusion is a new model but the Taurus has been completely updated and has been in production a couple years on the new design.
The 300C and the Charger haven't changed since they were introduced in 2005 & 2006.
The Camry was redesigned this year but hardly changed.
The 300C and the Charger haven't changed since they were introduced in 2005 & 2006.
The Camry was redesigned this year but hardly changed.
02-02-2012, 10:30 AM
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They already redesigned the impala to the above pic. However it's not for civilian use in the states. Even then it's not new, just a g8 with a different bumper.
02-02-2012, 03:19 PM
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