Showing posts with label Pontiac Concepts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pontiac Concepts. Show all posts

2011 Pontiac Firebird Trans AM by ASC: New Camaro-Based Proposal

Pontiac's days may be numbered as General Motors plans to phase out the historic brand by the end of 2010, but that hasn't dampened ASC Creative Services' attempts to make a Trans Am version out of the all-new Chevy Camaro coupe. ASC has worked many times with General Motors in the past helping out in the creation and design development of cars like the 1987 Buick GNX, various Chevy SS models such as the HHR SS and Malibu SS, as well as the Cadillac STS-V and XLR-V sport cars just to mention a few.

2011 Pontiac Trans AM  - Auto Cars 2011The design and development firm's proposal for a Camaro-based Pontiac Trans Am is a fairly simply conversion that could easily lead to a custom-order production model. The changes include a new front fascia complete with unique head lights, twin-kidney grill inserts and restyled apron, a rear-facing hood shaker, new side skirts and alloy wheel designs plus rear-fender air vents. At the back the design proposes a new rear fascia with distinctive tail lights, boot spoiler and a specific apron housing new exhaust pipes.

While we don't have any photos of the interior, we gather that ASC would most likely limit the changes to the trim and seat options along with a revised instrument panel.

There's no information ASC's actual intentions on the car, but if you're really interested, you can send a mail to dave.byron (at) ascglobal.com for more information.

Via: DUB & eGMcartech

2011 Pontiac Trans AM - Auto Cars 2011
2011 Pontiac Trans AM - Auto Cars 2011

SEMA: Pontiac Solstice SD 290 Race Concept

Pontiac is attempting to evoke memories from the past with the Solstice SD 290 concept that draws its inspiration from vintage racecars. The single-seater showcar that features a passenger cockpit tonneau cover and a driver windscreen, is equipped with GM’s 290 Hp 2.0L turbocharged Ecotec unit matted to a five-speed manual gearbox. -Continued

The Solstice SD 290 promises to offer imporved aerodynamics and reduced weight with the removal of the windshield, side glass, window regulator, convertible top, climate system and windshield wiper system. Complementing the race-theme is the available Club Sport Z0K suspension package and an all-business cockpit filled with auxiliary gauges, a roll bar and racing.

Vehicle highlights:

  • Pontiac Solstice SD-290 race concept
  • 2.0L Ecotec direct-injected and turbocharged generating 290 horsepower
  • Five-speed manual transmission
  • Weight reduction through installation of driver-side only windscreen and elimination of door glass/hardware, convertible top/hardware, HVAC system and wiper system
  • Solo Performance cat-back exhaust system with center-mounted outlet
  • KW Automotive coil-over suspension package
  • Three-piston aluminum calipers with 13-inch rotors from Stainless Steel Brake Company
  • Forged 19-inch wheels with Hoosier R6 racing tires
  • New front fascia, grille inserts, hood and front fenders, leading to better aerodynamics
  • Passenger-side hard tonneau cover
  • Competition red exterior color
  • Rear spoiler
  • Tinted headlamp lenses
  • Removable racing-style steering wheel
  • Racing seat with four-point safety harness
  • Chrome fire extinguisher
  • Pegasus center console gauge package
  • Driver's roll bar