It doesn't help too that the 350Z can match the GTO's performance with a price tag of $5k less.

 

lol BS

 

I have yet to see one... just ONE.

As soon as the 350Z came out, I saw them almost daily. Same with the RX-8.

There are no GTO's to be found around here.

 

I haven't seen a GTO in person and I live 45 min from Detroit.

 

in New York the flashiest and newest cars always show up very quick. No GTO spotted yet. Maybe they are going so fast they are invisible to us.

 

Who would cross shop a 3200 lb 2-seat sports car with a 3800 lb 4-seat GT?

 

the G35's more of a direct competitor. and i think most still prefer a G35. i didnt even know they're out yet. theres not 1 i've seen here in so cal, and people snatch up the fresh cars here very quickly.

 

Anyone with $32-35k to spend on a sporty coupe. Also add in the RX-8 and Cobra to their shopping list.

 

It's kind of a shame that this GTO isn't selling IMO. For the GM beancounters this reinforces the [false] notion that the American car buyer doesn't care about sophisticated chassis engineering. Or interiors that actually are pleasant to look at and use.
If I could afford to do it, I'd pick one up, revert back to the Holden Monaro bodywork and go from there.. h:
I agree, the subtle nature of this GTO "conversion" is off the mark. That said, I believe it's possible to add visual excitement in a way that will still age well. h:

 

In my opinion...gm has yet to hit a home run. yeah they've been able to get on base..but they've always been lacking something important. the GTO has a pretty good interior and has some decent technology in the chasis and has lots of power. However its exterior styling is very bland and at that price point, styling is a very important factor.

They've come to great strides with cadillac as well. However, they still haven't hit a home run their. The CTS is an attractive car on a decent platform. However, the base engine is weak for the price and the interior is still for people in their 50's. I dont think anyone in their 50's would like the exterior styling. So its doesnt go well. The CTS v is also nice...but again..I don't like the interior and for that price I'd rather get an m3. Now give me a nicer looking interior, and the pluses will start to favor the cts.