The 1980s GM G-body coupes, built on a 108-inch wheelbase, mixed rear-wheel-drive performance with personal luxury style, making them ripe for a modern comeback. Lightweight at 3,000–3,500 pounds, with big engine bays and aftermarket support, they’re tuner favorites. For those who know their cars, here are ten G-body coupes from Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac that could shine today, with specs and context.
1983 Buick Regal T-Type
The 1983 Regal T-Type’s 3.8-liter turbo V6 made 180 hp and 260 lb-ft, hitting a quarter-mile in ~16.5 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,400 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Subtle blacked-out trim and 15-inch wheels kept it low-key. The interior had bucket seats, a console, and analog gauges. A modern version with GM’s 2.7-liter turbo four (310 hp) could rival a Charger, with values at $20,000–$50,000, per Hagerty.
1983 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
The 1983 Monte Carlo SS’s 305-cubic-inch V8 made 180 hp and 245 lb-ft, hitting 0–60 mph in ~8.5 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase and 3,400-pound frame used a three-speed automatic.
Red stripes and SS badges added flair. Cloth buckets, a sport console, and optional T-tops felt sporty. A revival with a 6.2-liter LT1 V8 (455 hp) could match a Mustang GT, with values at $25,000–$60,000, per Hagerty.
1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
The 1983 Hurst/Olds’ 307-cubic-inch V8 made 180 hp and 245 lb-ft, running a quarter-mile in ~16 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,500 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Black-gray paint and Lightning Rod shifters stood out. Bucket seats, red pinstripes, and a plush interior were upscale. Only 3,001 were built, valued at $30,000–$70,000, per Hagerty. A modern 5.3-liter V8 swap could make it a Camaro rival.
1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2
The 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2’s 305-cubic-inch V8 made 165 hp and 245 lb-ft, hitting 0–60 mph in ~9 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,400 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Its Aerocoupe glass and red stripes were unique. The interior had cloth buckets, a console, and optional T-tops. Only 1,225 were built, valued at $25,000–$60,000, per Hagerty. A modern LT4 V8 (650 hp) could make it a Dodge Hellcat competitor.
1987 Buick GNX
The 1987 GNX’s 3.8-liter turbo V6 made ~300 hp and 420 lb-ft, hitting 0–60 mph in 4.7 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,545 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
All-black exterior and 16-inch wheels hid its power. Tan or black cloth seats and Stewart-Warner gauges were functional. Only 547 were built, valued at $100,000–$300,000, per Hagerty. A modern 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6 (400 hp) could challenge BMW M3s.
1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The 1984 Cutlass Supreme’s 307 V8 made 140 hp and 240 lb-ft, hitting a quarter-mile in ~17 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,400 pounds with a three-speed automatic.
Silver paint and chrome trim looked classy. The interior’s velour bench seats and woodgrain dash were comfy. Values hit $15,000–$40,000, per Hagerty. A 6.2-liter LT2 V8 (495 hp) could make it a modern luxury-performance coupe, appealing to Cadillac fans.
1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aerocoupe
The 1986 Monte Carlo Aerocoupe’s 305 V8 made 180 hp and 245 lb-ft, hitting 0–60 mph in ~8.5 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,400 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Tapered rear glass and SS decals were NASCAR-inspired. Cloth buckets and a sport console added flair. Only 200 were built, valued at $30,000–$70,000, per Hagerty. A modern 5.3-liter V8 swap could rival a Challenger R/T.
1987 Oldsmobile 442
The 1987 442’s 307 V8 made 170 hp and 250 lb-ft, hitting a quarter-mile in ~16.5 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,500 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Black-red paint and 15-inch wheels looked sharp. Bucket seats, a digital dash, and T-tops were sporty. Values range $20,000–$50,000, per Hagerty. A modern 3.6-liter V6 (335 hp) could make it a stylish, affordable Audi A5 alternative.
1985 Buick Regal Limited
The 1985 Regal Limited’s 3.8-liter V6 made 125 hp and 200 lb-ft, hitting 0–60 mph in ~10 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,300 pounds with a three-speed automatic.
Vinyl roof and chrome trim screamed luxury. Plush velour seats and power windows were comfy. Values hit $15,000–$35,000, per Hagerty. A modern 2.0-liter turbo four (270 hp) could turn it into a sleek Cadillac ATS rival.
1986 Pontiac Grand Prix
The 1986 Grand Prix’s 305 V8 made 165 hp and 245 lb-ft, hitting a quarter-mile in ~16 seconds, per. Its 108.1-inch wheelbase weighed 3,400 pounds with a four-speed automatic.
Clean lines and 14-inch wheels were understated. Cloth seats, a console, and optional gauges were practical. Values range $15,000–$40,000, per Hagerty. A modern 6.2-liter LT1 V8 (455 hp) could make it a retro-styled Mustang competitor.
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