GM......

[Stinky Wizzleteats]

Are again considering importing our Holdens to the states, but not under the Pontiac (which doesn't exist anymore) G8 badge and even considering the ute aka the 'El Camino'.


http://www.autoblog.com/2011/03/29/report-holden-commodore-coming-to-u-s-as-chevrolet-ss-sedan/

http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2011/03/report-chevy-el-camino-still-being-considered-for-us.html

Believe it when you see it I suppose. I'd love a new ute. 

Is there a market in the States for 4D RWD V8 Sedans/Sportwagons/Utes?

[Speedbag]

I had a '75 Ranchero GT back in the late '90s. Loved that thing, I built a relatively mild 400 for it and it surprised more than a few unsuspecting souls plus could haul the random bike or pile of parts around.

If I could buy a late-model version with AWD and mileage in the low-20s (or better) I'd be all over it. 

[Stinky Wizzleteats]

I don't think there would an AWD version.  

They did have an AWD model a few years back but I don't think it sold that well.

My ex father in law has a 59 Ranchero with a 390 in it, he fixed it up beautifully. 

[Punx Clever]

I'd love a "ute" here in the states.  It would need to be a v8, either high displacement (400ci+) or turbo'd with variable vanes... I would also go for an inline-six turbo diesel eg the BMW 335d.

Either way, it would need to have some balls, and a suspension that could handle towing a small trailer + junk in the bed.

I also like how some of the aussie ute's had a seperate bed that can be replaced with a flat bed.