[OctaneZ28]

The Saturn Astra represents a quantum leap forward for GM in the small car market. For a mere $100 million, which is chicken feed for a new product, the General traded in the uninspiring Ion for the European juggernaut Opel Astra.

http://www.autoblog.com/2007/12/18/lutz-says-importing-astra-saved-900-million/

 

[LT16SPEED]

Hopefully the new Astra will make eveyone forget about that road apple known as the Ion.:lol:

 

[USA1Camaro]

I actually like the little Astra. it's a good move in cost reduction.

 

[usmc190]

That's a nice looking replacement for the Ion. I had two SC2s and I loved those cars. I am thinking of trading my Jimmy for one again to save on gas. After driving a 6.0 ls2 and a 4.3 vortech its a tough change to make. Once gas stays over $3-4 a gal it will be easier. Hopefully the Volt will be out by then!

 

[CUONCRS]

Saved money, and brought a in a better looking car. What were they thinking? They're not acting like a real car company.

 

[LT16SPEED]

Saved money, and brought a in a better looking car. What were they thinking? They're not acting like a real car company.

Well, not acting like the "old" GM anyway!!!