The Buick Regal GS is a lightly disguised concept car. It is a stick-shift sedan that reaches 60 mph in less than six seconds.
The GS, short for Grand Sport, was a badge worn by Buick’s muscle cars in the ’60s and ’70s. My favorite Buick was the 87 GNX. Never knew you could get a V6 to do such beautiful things.
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For the final year, 1987, Buick introduced the GNX at $29,000. Produced by McLaren/ASC, Buick underrated the GNX at 276 hp and a very substantial 360 lb·ft of torque. This was created to be the best of all Grand Nationals. Modifications made included a special Garrett turbocharger with a ceramic-impeller blowing through a more efficient intercooler and a “CERMATEL (Ceramic/Aluminum) coated” pipe connecting the intercooler to the engine. A GNX specific EEPROM, low-restriction exhaust with dual mufflers, reprogrammed Turbo Hydramatic 200-4R transmission with a custom torque converter and transmission cooler, and unique differential cover/panhard bar included more of the performance modifications.
The 2011 Regal was developed on GM’s global mid-sized front-drive platform and is really just a rebadged Opel Insignia. Almost all of the Regal GS performance upgrades have been adopted from the Insignia OPC, which is now on sale in Europe.
New Buick Regal sales begin in the second quarter. The Regal GS production vehicle is expected sometime next year. Boy I hope they do a two door Grand National coop to go up against the CTS-V at a cheaper price for us power hungry poor folks.
Lloyd Tobias is a seasoned automotive journalist and passionate enthusiast with over 15 years of experience immersed in the world of cars. Whether it’s exploring the latest advancements in automotive technology or keeping a close pulse on breaking industry news, Lloyd brings a sharp perspective and a deep appreciation for all things automotive. His writing blends technical insight with real-world enthusiasm, making his contributions both informative and engaging for readers who share his love for the drive. When he’s not behind the keyboard or under the hood, Lloyd enjoys test driving the newest models and staying ahead of the curve in an ever-evolving automotive landscape.