unclescott58 Posted September 28, 2014 Posted September 28, 2014 I was under the impression that the A-body ( Malibu / Chevelle , Cutlass , Skylark , LeMans / GTO , 1964-1977 ) and the G-body ( Grand Prix and Monte Carlo , 1969-1972 ) were *combined* into the A/G body from 1978 - 1982 , which became only A-body from 1983-1987 ? Never heard of the Malibu being adorned to the G-body platform . A-body was used by the Chevelle/Malibu, Tempest/LeMans, F-85/Cutlass, and Special/Skylark/Century lines from 1964 through 1981. The new A-body starting in 1982 was represented by the front wheel drive Celebrity, 6000, Cutlass Ciera, and Century. The G-body cars were really variations of A-bodies. The G-bodies included the 1969 - 1987 Grand Prix, 1970 - 1987 Monte Carlo, 1970 - 1987 Cutlass Supreme 2-doors, and 1973 - 1987 Regal 2-doors. Then starting in 1982, the remaining A-bodies from '81 joined their G-body sisters as G-bodies themselves. I hope this clears that one up. It also needs to be noted, at none of the 2-door A-body cars made the switch to being called G-body cars. Only the 4-door sedans and wagons. The Malibu, LeMans, Cutlass (non Supreme), and Century rear drive A-body 2-doors were not available after 1981. Also in 1982, the remaining LeMans models switched to being called Bonnevilles. Before somebody else catches it, I need to tell you guys I gave a little bit of wrong information in posting #70 of this thread. The more I thought about it, the more I knew I had made the mistake. But, was only able to confirm it when I got some time tonight. The mistake deals with the Buick Regals and Olds Cutlass Supreme 2-doors. They shared roofs with the G-body Grand Prixs and Monte Carlos, but they were still considered A-body models despite that. Until the front wheel drive A-bodies came out in 1982. Like Malibu and the ex-LeMans, now Bonneville, they then became listed as G-body cars. Even though nobody else caught the mistake, I apologize. I dislike it when people pass on the wrong information. Even when it's me. Scott
ChrisPflug Posted October 1, 2014 Posted October 1, 2014 (edited) Although I'm sure a version of the '78 4-4-2 would probably sell as well as the 1:1 did Or this predecessor of the T Type/ GN Edited October 1, 2014 by ChrisPflug
unclescott58 Posted October 1, 2014 Posted October 1, 2014 Chris, I'm one of few people who liked those A-body fastbacks. The only twist to that is I like the 4-door fastback version better. Scott
kalbert Posted October 1, 2014 Posted October 1, 2014 I always kinda dug the fastbacks too. I think because there somewhat unusual, you don't see parking lots filled with them. I really dig the Olds cruiser in the background! Any rumors about a downsize B body?
Motor City Posted October 1, 2014 Posted October 1, 2014 GM used the 'A' body designation on all regular intermediates through 1981. The Grand Prix and Monte Carlo were considered 'A Special', as I recall from the shop manuals. When the downsized front-wheel drive models came out for 1982, they were then called 'A' bodies, while the older style rear wheel drive models (Malibu, Monte Carlo, El Camino, Grand Prix, Regal, etc.) were then called 'G' body. The G bodies were never versions of the A bodies as the platforms were different (front wheel drive vs. rear wheel drive), and the RWD models came out first. The old RWD cars were still selling well, probably because people didn't like the smaller interiors of the new FWD replacement cars. GM continued producing the RWD platform for several years. The 1988 Monte Carlo was the last RWD model as the others intermediates went to FWD for that model year.
ChrisPflug Posted October 1, 2014 Posted October 1, 2014 I seem to recall the "G" designation used on the 69-72 Grand Prix/ 70-72 Monte then "A Special" for the 73-81 models Also seem to remember G body production all ending about the same time for the various models in late '87 and where the Regal and Grand Prix names were carried over to the '88 W bodies the Buicks and Pontiacs were still built as "1987" models where the Chevrolet and Olds designated "1988"- Chevrolet not having a FWD Monte Carlo and the Olds being designated "Cutlass Supreme Classic" to differentiate between the W body FWD Cutlass Supreme- So it's possible to have an '87 G body that was built later than an '88
charlie8575 Posted October 4, 2014 Posted October 4, 2014 I think we'd all like to put the Donk era behind us. Along with over-sized wheels, period. Charlie Larkin
Junkman Posted October 5, 2014 Posted October 5, 2014 If I remember correctly, the Cutlass Supreme was one of the best selling cars of the early '80's. It was also the most often nicked one, IIRC.
W-31 Posted October 7, 2014 Posted October 7, 2014 I would love to have Revell come out with one. They make cool drag cars also.
gearhedjon Posted December 24, 2014 Posted December 24, 2014 I know this subject has been brought up before, but has anyone heard about Revell releasing the 80's Olds Cutlass? I have been hoping to get a few. John
IMPALASS89 Posted December 25, 2014 Posted December 25, 2014 who knows when hopefuly by this comming year
Bob Ellis Posted December 25, 2014 Posted December 25, 2014 I wouldn't hold my breath on this '81-87 Cutlass
w451973 Posted January 31, 2015 Posted January 31, 2015 A little update today on facebook from the guy who's car Revell used for the measurements. Angelo Valenti 3:32pm Jan 31 I will be going to Revell Models on Wednesday to see the Test shots of my FE3-X that they are making a model out of , along with test shots of my 83 Hurst Olds for a Model too they will be making . I will post pics then. The models are suppose to be out this winter . Stay tuned .......
IMPALASS89 Posted February 1, 2015 Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) this winter of 2015 or 16?????? Edited February 1, 2015 by IMPALASS89
Joe Handley Posted February 1, 2015 Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) There were handling oriented Cutlass Prototypes that GM built. Edited February 1, 2015 by Joe Handley
Casey Posted February 1, 2015 Posted February 1, 2015 Whats a FE3-X ? http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=91633&p=1223600 http://www.gbodyolds.com/forum/showthread.php?705-The-Gbody-Culass-Model-is-Finally-Here!!! https://gbodyforum.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=40791&sid=b19b2f6e3b98aaeec84d94201519d395#.VDKxvbs6Tlc
mikemodeler Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 A little update today on facebook from the guy who's car Revell used for the measurements. Angelo Valenti 3:32pm Jan 31 I will be going to Revell Models on Wednesday to see the Test shots of my FE3-X that they are making a model out of , along with test shots of my 83 Hurst Olds for a Model too they will be making . I will post pics then. The models are suppose to be out this winter . Stay tuned ....... I will believe it when they are on a release sheet from Revell and not before.
Craig Irwin Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 There were handling oriented Cutlass Prototypes that GM built. Dang, I worked at an Olds dealer at that time and never heard of them
martinfan5 Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 (edited) I am going to agree with Mike, I will believe when Revell announces it And I wonder if he broke a NDA by posting that. Edited February 2, 2015 by martinfan5
Casey Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 And I wonder if he broke a NDA by posting that. I doubt it. He's talked about it publicly before, so more of an update this time. Hopefully Revell brings the test shots parts to the NNL Milwaukee in a few months.
Joe Handley Posted February 2, 2015 Posted February 2, 2015 Dang, I worked at an Olds dealer at that time and never heard of them It had been in Hot Rod Magazine back in the day.
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