80s-general-motors-cars

2 года назад

This video explores the unique and quirky features of the 1980 Chevrolet Citation, GM's first front-wheel drive X-car. The video highlights features like the vertically oriented radio, the cruise control button located on the gear shift, and the splitable front powertrain cradle, which made servicing the car easier. The video also discusses the four-speed manual transmission with overdrive, a unique feature for the time.

2 года назад

The Chevrolet Citation was a compact car released in 1980 that was designed to meet the growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles. Despite its innovative features and spacious interior, the Citation was plagued by numerous engineering and reliability issues, leading to a rapid decline in sales. The video explores the car's history, its strengths and weaknesses, and its impact on the automotive industry.

11 месяцев назад

This video explores the lesser-known compact cars General Motors produced in the 1980s and 1990s, including the Pontiac Sunbird, Oldsmobile Forenza, Buick Skyhawk, and Cadillac Cimarron. The video discusses the design, performance, and sales figures of each model, highlighting the challenges and successes of GM's J-car platform during a period of significant change in the automotive industry.

9 месяцев назад

This video explores the front-wheel drive transmissions used in General Motors vehicles during the 1980s and 1990s. The video focuses on the Turbo Hydramatic 125, 125c, and 440 T4 transmissions, discussing their features, applications, and common issues. The video also touches on the development of the 4T 40e transmission, which eventually replaced the older models.

1 год назад

This video discusses the tape drive window regulator, a common feature in General Motors vehicles from the 1980s and 1990s. The speaker explains how this invention, designed to save weight, was prone to failure and provides tips on how to prolong the life of these regulators.