Originally Posted by Truth411
(Post 5716542)
Sigh, Your ignorance and Bais is just embarrasing, I will only resond to one aspect of your post. The chevy Malibu have been a sales hit and a success. Guess what is the number 1 trade in car for the chevy malibu?? ..... Drum roll..... THE TOYOTA CAMARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! your ignorance and bais is turly incredible!! Also the coblalt replacement is the Chevy Cruze which looks beautiful inside and out while acheveing over 40mpg hwy. But BACT TO THE TOPIC PLEASE!! The 2010 Camaro is the better car than the 2010 Mustang. The camaro has superior chasis, Performance, Fuel economy etc....
Back on topic, I own a Mustang and the Camaro is going to be a great competitor. It will make the Mustang step up and improve. Competition is great! Like I said earlier, the Big 3 have some great products coming out in the short term future. GM's new Cruze looks to be a real winner. GM also has the Volt coming out too, which seems to leapfrog the competition in terms of hybrid tech. DCX has a few plug in vehicles that are interesting too. Ford's lineup looks strong as well. None of this matters though if the economy stays strong in the recession. I do not see the economy coming back to mid 2010, so all 3 have to weather the storm. |
Originally Posted by max2000jp
(Post 5716550)
As you can read, good old J is a die hard Ford man. In his head, everything is peachy in the world of Ford!
Back on topic, I own a Mustang and the Camaro is going to be a great competitor. It will make the Mustang step up and improve. Competition is great! Like I said earlier, the Big 3 have some great products coming out in the short term future. GM's new Cruze looks to be a real winner. GM also has the Volt coming out too, which seems to leapfrog the competition in terms of hybrid tech. DCX has a few plug in vehicles that are interesting too. Ford's lineup looks strong as well. None of this matters though if the economy stays strong in the recession. I do not see the economy coming back to mid 2010, so all 3 have to weather the storm. |
Originally Posted by Truth411
(Post 5716559)
I don't think Gm is worried because they are working on Their Gen V small Block V8 right now with Direct injection, VVT, AFM, etc... The peliminary hp are incredible.
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Originally Posted by max2000jp
(Post 5716566)
This has been rumored for a while. Any firm dates for when this is going to happen? GM already has DI and AFM in its technology bin. The last I head Chevy was fighting vibration issues with AFM. I'd think that those technologies could be implemented quickly with the right resource.
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Originally Posted by max2000jp
(Post 5716495)
I will leave the rest of your post alone because it's typical Jsaylor bashing of anything other than Ford, but I'd like to touch on this.
Originally Posted by max2000jp
I know perfectly well how to look at a balance sheet and read how a business is run. Out of the Big 3, Ford has the best chance. This isn't due to anything magical, but rather management bolstering liquidity over the last two years. Mullaly did a great job with this. I actually have great confidence in him reading and seeing what he has done. The big 800 pound gorilla that everyone is still avoiding is the UAW. To become truely profitable, the Big 3 need to figure out how to bring down the legacy costs to a manageable level to be competitive with the transplants. No one is talking about this and if GM goes into bankruptcy, it would be a huge advantage for ALL of the domestic manufacturers because a federal judge will likely make the UAW take concessions.
Originally Posted by max2000jp
I am looking at GM and Ford's products as a car enthusiast, not from a business standpoint. The thread is about cars, not business models. I have no vested interest in either company, so I am not concerned about business models. If I was to grade business models, both GM and Ford would get below average scores.
Originally Posted by Max2000jp
You don't get junk status for nothing!
I could go on, but I see no point in doing so here.
Originally Posted by max2000jp
The jury is out on Ford's future products, but they do look to be a real improvement. Will they sell is a question? Ford's recent launches are hit or miss.
Truly important, the recent improvements in the Ford product portfolio overall are solid and obviously well thought out. Planned future improvements make sense and show that Ford has an understanding of what they have done wrong and how to right it, and how to do so in the current economic climate. Ford is blatantly focusing on the kind of product which can return them to profitability and has retooled their corporation into something which actually resembles a workable business model. When I see signs of the same from GM you'll be among the first to hear about it.
Originally Posted by max2000jp
Again, like I said earlier your arguement that Ford is the better run company is like 3 morons fighting about who has the higher IQ. Just do a bit of reading on any financial site and you will see what I mean;)
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Originally Posted by jsaylor
(Post 5716590)
Still trying to distort the arguments of those who disagree in an effort to 'win' I see. Does your credibility really mean this little to you? Here is a new notion for you.
No offense, but there is nothing in the above which cannot be found in the business section of a thousand newspapers. As such, this does not demonstrate a true understanding of where and how GM went astray. As a car enthusiast I will not applaud models aimed at the enthusiast which do more to hinder the future potential that such cars can be built than to help it. Put simply, GM is and has long been sacrificing long term viability in desperate attempts to appeal to the enthusiast today. Why would I get excited about anything that strategy conjures? True, somewhat. I have had some very interesting discussions with some old friends of mine in the business community all of whom agree that stock ratings and stock values are too often grossly misrepresented right now. Actually, a few of us were stating just the other day our opinion that the ease with which stock prices are manipulated internally and externally is another problem area which must be addressed for the economy to truly become healthy again. I could go on, but I see no point in doing so here. Really? We have seen no signs of progress on mainstream product? The Focus rehash, if visually unique to say the least, has worked out just fine. Edge has done fairly well too for that matter. F150 has seen a bit of an upswing as well, and the new Fusion looks very promising. Flex was a disappointment, and Lincoln is laying down a series of bunts which is hardly surprising given their indefinite 'on hold' status....but there will always be setbacks. Truly important, the recent improvements in the Ford product portfolio overall are solid and obviously well thought out. Planned future improvements make sense and show that Ford has an understanding of what they have done wrong and how to right it, and how to do so in the current economic climate. Ford is blatantly focusing on the kind of product which can return them to profitability and has retooled their corporation into something which actually resembles a workable business model. When I see signs of the same from GM you'll be among the first to hear about it. Neither my understanding of business nor my opinions regarding business entities are derived from a google search. ;) |
what the h--l are you taking about?!
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If anyone wants a 2010 mustang that is faster than a 2010 camaro (if it ever arrives), all they have to do is get the optional supercharger that is warrantied. 'Nuff said. Until then wait for the 5.0 next year
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Originally Posted by stangfoeva
(Post 5716623)
If anyone wants a 2010 mustang that is faster than a 2010 camaro (if it ever arrives), all they have to do is get the optional supercharger that is warrantied. 'Nuff said. Until then wait for the 5.0 next year
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no wheel hop? no brake fade? does it come with a mr fusion and a hover conversion too?? :rofl2:
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Originally Posted by jsaylor
(Post 5716590)
Still trying to distort the arguments of those who disagree in an effort to 'win' I see. Does your credibility really mean this little to you? Here is a new notion for you.
No offense, but there is nothing in the above which cannot be found in the business section of a thousand newspapers. As such, this does not demonstrate a true understanding of where and how GM went astray. Fixing both is fairly basic from a business standpoint if you remove politics. Increase sales while decreasing overhead. Now, like I mentioned earlier the big problem faced by all 3 is the UAW. As a car enthusiast I will not applaud models aimed at the enthusiast which do more to hinder the future potential that such cars can be built than to help it. Put simply, GM is and has long been sacrificing long term viability in desperate attempts to appeal to the enthusiast today. Why would I get excited about anything that strategy conjures? True, somewhat. I have had some very interesting discussions with some old friends of mine in the business community all of whom agree that stock ratings and stock values are too often grossly misrepresented right now. Actually, a few of us were stating just the other day our opinion that the ease with which stock prices are manipulated internally and externally is another problem area which must be addressed for the economy to truly become healthy again. I could go on, but I see no point in doing so here. Really? We have seen no signs of progress on mainstream product? The Focus rehash, if visually unique to say the least, has worked out just fine. Edge has done fairly well too for that matter. F150 has seen a bit of an upswing as well, and the new Fusion looks very promising. Flex was a disappointment, and Lincoln is laying down a series of bunts which is hardly surprising given their indefinite 'on hold' status....but there will always be setbacks. Truly important, the recent improvements in the Ford product portfolio overall are solid and obviously well thought out. Planned future improvements make sense and show that Ford has an understanding of what they have done wrong and how to right it, and how to do so in the current economic climate. Ford is blatantly focusing on the kind of product which can return them to profitability and has retooled their corporation into something which actually resembles a workable business model. When I see signs of the same from GM you'll be among the first to hear about it. Here is why I do not understand your loyalty to Ford. A strong GM is in Ford's best business interest. If GM was to fail in the next 6 months, Ford would have to tap into the line of credit that they asked for. Ford fans should be praying that GM survives; it's in your best interest. GM's most critical launch is the Volt. If the Volt is as good as GM says, it truely could be a game changer. Ford's hybrids are also well positioned, but it's my understanding that the Volt is a generation ahead. We are enjoying low gas prices now because of low demand due to the recession. When the global economy starts picking up once again, so will oil prices. GM (and Ford) are well positioned with good product to take advantage of this. Neither my understanding of business nor my opinions regarding business entities are derived from a google search. ;) |
Originally Posted by MBK
(Post 5716655)
no wheel hop? no brake fade? does it come with a mr fusion and a hover conversion too?? :rofl2:
As for brake fade, I don't doubt that the brakes are nearly fade free. GM chose to use 4 piston 14" Brembo brakes up front. One of my main beefs with the 2010 is that Ford didn't do enough in terms of suspension and brakes. The track pack brake pads still fade per track testing and the reviews have complained about a numb/overboosted feeling in regards to the front suspension. Hopefully, in 2011 Ford will make some minor tweaks to address these concerns. |
Originally Posted by Truth411
(Post 5716644)
but the Camaro's SS Ride and Handling is Faaaaaaaaaaar Superior to the GT500 while being about $14,000 Cheaper.
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Originally Posted by Red Star
(Post 5716697)
And you know that ... how? GM hasn't even start producing Camaro yet.
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Originally Posted by Truth411
(Post 5716542)
Sigh, Your ignorance and Bais is just embarrasing, I will only resond to one aspect of your post. The chevy Malibu have been a sales hit and a success. Guess what is the number 1 trade in car for the chevy malibu?? ..... Drum roll..... THE TOYOTA CAMARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! your ignorance and bais is turly incredible!! Also the coblalt replacement is the Chevy Cruze which looks beautiful inside and out while acheveing over 40mpg hwy.
For the sake of argument, lets compare those sales totals to say, the Fusion. The Fusion debuted in the 2005 model year and is, in effect, a lame duck model as we speak with new models rolling out right now. Sales through November? ~137,000 units (this time I rounded down a bit) By this juncture it is more than obvious that we will see less than a 30k unit disparity between these two models by the end of the year despite the Chevy being three model years newer and an initial GM ad campaign for the Malibu which made the Fusions advertising budget look like Mark Fields haircut stipend. If you want to call that a success by all means feel free. Don't expect other to bite. As for the Cobalt. I know exactly what the replacement is, the problem is when that replacement will get here. (once again, you seem to be missing all those little hints in my posts) If they bump the North American market on sale date for the Cruze back any further they may as well just start work on that models replacement and skip the Cruze altogether. Also worth mentioning, that slick looking Cruze is a Daewoo. I wonder how that will effect sales when the competition is going to be C2 Focus and Honda's evergreen Civic? More brilliance from the folks at GM.
Originally Posted by truth411
Ridiculous, useing your logic Ford should not be making the Mustang, let alone the GT500. See how silly your reasoning is. You sound like some extreme left-wing elitis seeking to control everybody elses lives.
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Originally Posted by max2000jp
(Post 5716672)
Here is why I do not understand your loyalty to Ford. A strong GM is in Ford's best business interest. If GM was to fail in the next 6 months, Ford would have to tap into the line of credit that they asked for. Ford fans should be praying that GM survives; it's in your best interest.
. Several GM brands would be bought up and survive without question, but by all appearances GM as we know it is already utterly broke and would require a cash infusion unrealistic in the extreme to fix. If the government spends too much time and money trying to prop up the general it will only make a bad situation that much worse. |
Originally Posted by jsaylor
(Post 5716744)
You may be buying what GM is shoveling but the rest of the folks on this board deserve more credit. You are conveniently avoiding little, problem areas like sales per month or, even better, sales per year. Through November GM moved a total of ~161,000 Malibus (just shy actually, but I'll round up) Those sales being for a car introduced as a 2008 model and which benefited from a huge avertising build up at launch.
For the sake of argument, lets compare those sales totals to say, the Fusion. The Fusion debuted in the 2005 model year and is, in effect, a lame duck model as we speak with new models rolling out right now. Sales through November? ~137,000 units (this time I rounded down a bit) By this juncture it is more than obvious that we will see less than a 30k unit disparity between these two models by the end of the year despite the Chevy being three model years newer and an initial GM ad campaign for the Malibu which made the Fusions advertising budget look like Mark Fields haircut stipend. If you want to call that a success by all means feel free. Don't expect other to bite. As for the Cobalt. I know exactly what the replacement is, the problem is when that replacement will get here. (once again, you seem to be missing all those little hints in my posts) If they bump the North American market on sale date for the Cruze back any further they may as well just start work on that models replacement and skip the Cruze altogether. Also worth mentioning, that slick looking Cruze is a Daewoo. I wonder how that will effect sales when the competition is going to be C2 Focus and Honda's evergreen Civic? More brilliance from the folks at GM. Um, no. The GT500 makes a great deal of money for Ford and is a sales success, just like the Mustang lineup as a whole. These are both proven products of a company experieincing tight financial times, but one which has several remaining options for raising liquid assets if needed and one which is nowhere near bankruptcy. GM on the other hand is effectively a broke company which, at the moment, couldn't tell you how they are going to pay their February 2009 light bill. Given this, throwing money at the ZR1 might be ill advised. |
Is 10,000 preorders supposed to be good? Heck, even fancy Taurus (a.k.a. Lincoln MKS) had over 8,000 preorders before it went on sale.
Delta II was designed in Europe. And we all know how well GM's European cars (mostly Opels) did in the USA. And again, you say that Cruze is a great car even though it won't be on sale for at least 2 more years. |
Originally Posted by MBK
(Post 5716655)
no wheel hop? no brake fade? does it come with a mr fusion and a hover conversion too?? :rofl2:
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Originally Posted by max2000jp
(Post 5715610)
I don't know about that. Here is a quick look at hp/lbs.
Mustang 8.875 (3550/400) Camaro 8.976744 (3860/430) Now my guess is the 2011 with the 5.0L and 6 speed will gain a bit of weight too. It should be very close when the smoke settles. |
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