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Old 12-09-2010, 05:41 AM
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i liked this thing since they had it on top gear episode 14x07, im feeling old too lol

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Originally Posted by Chuck 98 RT/10
225hp? Thank God it comes with traction control.
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225hp? So that turbo added a whole 25hp to the output from buicks 2 decades ago?
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Old 12-09-2010, 05:56 AM
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yeah---awd,225 hp and traction control is laughable.
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Old 12-09-2010, 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by BAMF
225hp? So that turbo added a whole 25hp to the output from buicks 2 decades ago?
No man, 255hp. Not 225. But the real number is the torque. 295 ft.lbs. Thats not too shabby for a little 4 banger. Keep in mind this car's performance is more than straight line acceleration, and it's not a big car. Mid-size I'd say at best. It's a very well rounded and well balanced upscale-ish performance sedan but at a cheaper price than the premium marquees.
Designed in Germany and proof tested at the 'ring. The word has been extremely favorable so far.
Personally, I'd be more proud to rock the Buick brand when someone asks me what I drive. I don't care about status symbols. If I can have a Buick that has all the features of a BMW or Lexus, but with AWD, and a 6 speed manual, and for nearly half the price....it'd seem a no-brainer to me.
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You guys need to read... it's 255, not 225. That guy misquoted the HP.
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I can't believe I'm writing this, but I actually like a Buick!
Your not the only one bro. I enjoy looking at Buick,Mercury, Lincoln, and the Caddy line up. There all really nice looking.
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^ +1. They got some nice looking cars out now.
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Originally Posted by AaronGTR
You guys need to read... it's 255, not 225. That guy misquoted the HP.
According to Buick, its only 220hp with 258lb torque. You should go tell them they are wrong too.
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Originally Posted by AaronGTR
You guys need to read... it's 255, not 225. That guy misquoted the HP.
Oh man, 30 extra horses!!! Then older people REALLY will need Traction Control!
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