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Plymouth Neon

2008-07-30T23:52:15Z

Searsgolf:

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! colspan=2 | '''Plymouth Neon'''
|-
! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" | [[Chrysler Corporation]]/[[DaimlerChrysler]]
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Production
| 1995-2001
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Class
| Subcompact
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Body Style
| 2-Door Coupe 4-Door Sedan
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Length
| 171.8" 174.4"
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Width
| 67.5"
|- style="vertical-align:top;
| Height
| 53" 56"
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Wheelbase
| 104" 105"
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Weight
| 2300-2700 lbs.
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Transmission
| 5-Speed Manual, FWD 3-Speed Automatic, FWD
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Engine
| 2.0L (122 cid) I4
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Power
| 132-150 hp
|- style="vertical-align:top;"
| Similar
| [[Dodge Neon]]
|- style="vertical-align:top; background:#f0f0f0;"
| Platform
|
|}

The '''[[Plymouth]] Neon''' was an identical twin to the '''Dodge Neon''' that was introduced for 1995. The Plymouth Neon would be discontinued with the whole Plymouth make in 2001. The very last Plymouth ever made was a Neon.

See the [[Dodge Neon]] entry for more detailed comments about the Plymouth Neon.
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{{Plymouth}}

Badge Engineering

2008-07-30T23:45:43Z

Searsgolf:

'''Badge engineering''' is the practice of selling one car model under two different makes, usually with different model names. Sometimes, the model names are the same, or there may even be two versions of the same model sold by one marque. Badge engineering is often used to sell more luxurious versions of the same model by different marques owned by the same company. It also sometimes involves a partnership between two parent companies. Sometimes, one model is sold under a different name in different countries, or at least the same name under different makes. It could be considered badge engineering when a model sold by the same name is renamed without being redesigned. The differences between the models is often limited to the grille, rims, and trim names. However, the headlights or taillights may be different in some cases.

Examples:
[[Chevrolet Silverado]] and [[GMC Sierra]]

[[Ford Crown Victoria]] and [[Mercury Grand Marquis]]

[[Dodge Caravan]], [[Plymouth Voyager]], and [[Chrysler Town and Country]]

Unusual examples:
[[GMC Jimmy]] and [[GMC Envoy]] (the two are the same make)

[[Dodge Neon]] and [[Plymouth Neon]] (both makes use the same model name)

[[Nissan Quest]] and [[Mercury Villager]] (the two makes are owned by different companies)

[[Pontiac Trans Sport]] and [[Pontiac Montana]] (the Trans Sport was renamed the Montana).

Badge Engineering

2008-07-30T23:45:20Z

Searsgolf:

'''Badge engineering''' is the practice of selling one car model under two different makes, usually with different model names. Sometimes, the model names are the same, or there may even be two versions of the same model sold by one marque. Badge engineering is often used to sell more luxurious versions of the same model by different marques owned by the same company. It also sometimes involves a partnership between two parent companies. Sometimes, one model is sold under a different name in different countries, or at least the same name under different makes. It could be considered badge engineering when a model sold by the same name is renamed without being redesigned. The differences between the models is often limited to the grille, rims, and trim names. However, the headlights or taillights may be different in some cases.

Examples:
[[Chevrolet Silverado]] and [[GMC Sierra]]
[[Ford Crown Victoria]] and [[Mercury Grand Marquis]]
[[Dodge Caravan]], [[Plymouth Voyager]], and [[Chrysler Town and Country]]

Unusual examples:
[[GMC Jimmy]] and [[GMC Envoy]] (the two are the same make)
[[Dodge Neon]] and [[Plymouth Neon]] (both makes use the same model name)
[[Nissan Quest]] and [[Mercury Villager]] (the two makes are owned by different companies)
[[Pontiac Trans Sport]] and [[Pontiac Montana]] (the Trans Sport was renamed the Montana).

Badge Engineering

2008-07-30T23:44:35Z

Searsgolf: This article needed to be written because it was entirely copied from Wikipedia.

'''Badge engineering''' is the practice of selling one car model under two different makes, usually with different model names. Sometimes, the model names are the same, or there may even be two versions of the same model sold by one marque. Badge engineering is often used to sell more luxurious versions of the same model by different marques owned by the same company. It also sometimes involves a partnership between two parent companies. Sometimes, one model is sold under a different name in different countries, or at least the same name under different makes. It could be considered badge engineering when a model sold by the same name is renamed without being redesigned. The differences between the models is often limited to the grille, rims, and trim names. However, the headlights or taillights may be different in some cases.

Examples:
[[Chevrolet Silverado]] and [[GMC Sierra]]
[[Ford Crown Victoria]] and [[Mercury Grand Marquis]]
[[Dodge Caravan]], [[Plymouth Voyager]], and [[Chrysler Town and Country]]

Unusual examples:
[[GMC Jimmy]] and [[GMC Envoy]] (the two are the same make)
[[Dodge Neon]] and [[Plymouth Neon]] (both makes use the same model name)
[[Geo Metro]] and [[Suzuki Swift]] (the two makes are owned by different companies)
[[Pontiac Trans Sport]] and [[Pontiac Montana]] (the Trans Sport was renamed the Montana).

Geo

2008-07-30T23:23:59Z

Searsgolf:

{{List of Geo Models}}'''Geo''' was a brand of economy cars introduced by GM in 1989. It was not considered its own make, but part of [[Chevrolet]]. It offered five models in all, which were all produced by either [[Suzuki]], [[Toyota]], or [[Isuzu]], as the brand was intended to compete with Japanese imports. The name was discontinued in 1997, but its models were still produced and sold under the Chevrolet name starting in 1998.

== Models ==
=== Metro ===
[[Image:Geometro.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1994 Geo Metro]]
[[Geo Metro|Metro]] was a subcompact car based on the [[Suzuki Swift]] available as either a three or five door [[hatchback]], four door [[notchback]], or less commonly as a [[convertible]]. The Metro's primary powerplant was a 1.0 liter, 3 cylinder engine. There was also a larger 4-cylinder engine available. It had very high MPG, and the first generation models got 53 city, 58 highway. It was introduced in 1989, redesigned in 1995, and renamed the Chevrolet Metro in 1998. The hatchback model was discontinued in 2000, but the sedan lasted until 2001.

=== Prizm ===
[[Image:1996geoprizm.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1996 Geo Prizm]]
[[Geo Prizm|Prizm]] was a compact four door [[sedan]] based on the [[Toyota Corolla]]. While the Prizm consistantly won awards from the auto industry (including having the honor of being a Consumer's Digest Best Buy), it was always outsold by the Corolla, likely due to the perceived higher value of the [[Toyota]] brand. Additionally, Prizm had an akward position in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, as it had to compete with a car it stared across the lot at: the [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]]. Being in the same class as [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]], [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] took the approch of marketing Cavalier as a "premium entry level sedan" while marketing Prizm as an "entry level compact sedan." Towards the end however, Prizm became more or less a redundancy in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, which likely led to its demise. It was introduced in 1990, redesigned in 1993, and redesigned again in 1998, when it was renamed the Chevrolet Prizm. It was discontinued in 2002.

=== Spectrum ===
[[Image:1989geospectrum.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1989 Geo Spectrum]]
[[Geo Spectrum|Spectrum]] was a short-lived compact one step up from the Metro, based on the [[Isuzu I-Mark]]. The Spectrum was previously sold as a [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] model from 1985 to 1988. It was renamed the Geo Spectrum for 1989 and discontinued. It was replaced by the Prizm in 1990.

=== Storm ===
[[Image:800px-StormGSI1990.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1990 Geo Storm]]
[[Geo Storm|Storm]] was a sporty [[coupe]], based on the Isuzu Impulse, available in either a two door [[fastback]] configuration, or as a [[station wagon]], which Geo oddly marketed as a hatchback. It had a [[Lotus]] suspension. GM owned Lotus from 1986 to 1993. Storm entered Geo's lineup in 1990, and made a quick departure in 1993 despite strong sales. This was due in part to Isuzu discontinuing their non-truck vehicles.

=== Tracker ===
[[Image:1997geotracker.jpg|thumb|200px|left|1997 Geo Tracker]]
[[Geo Tracker|Tracker]] was a light [[SUV]], based on the [[Suzuki Sidekick]], which itself was a replacement for the highly criticized [[Suzuki Samurai]]. The Tracker was a part of the original Geo lineup from 1989, and was the longest running model. It was renamed the Chevrolet Tracker in 1998, but it was redesigned in 1999. Starting in 1999, the Sidekick was renamed the Vitara. Tracker was available in either a convertible or hardtop configuration, with either two or four seats. The buyer had the option of either a 2x2 drive setup, or optional 4-wheel drive. Geo touted Tracker as a versitile vehicle, being either an around town runabout, or a rugged off road vehicle. However, Tracker's high center of gravity coupled with its tall profile made it particularly prone to rollover, especially in earlier years.
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==In Popular Culture==
''The Simpsons'' - Ned Flanders drives a red Metro

''Big Trouble'' - Elliot Arnold (played by Tim Allen) drives a yellow Metro. His son makes many wise cracks about it during the film, and its small size was parodied when the whole family is crammed into it when they chase a stolen cop car.

==See Also==
{{Geo}}

==External links==
*[http://dmoz.org/Recreation/Autos/Makes_and_Models/Geo/ Category at ODP]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/90-98tracker.htm 1990-1998 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Tracker in Canadian Driver's used car review]
*[http://www.vmrintl.com/reviews/Geo_prizm_93-97.htm 1993-1997 Geo Prizm review]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/95-00metro.htm 1995-2000 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Metro in Canadian Driver's used car review]

[[Category:Makes]]
[[Category:Defunct automobile manufacturers of the United States]]
[[Category:General Motors]]
[[Category:Geo]]

Geo

2008-07-30T23:22:45Z

Searsgolf:

{{List of Geo Models}}'''Geo''' was a brand of economy cars introduced by GM in 1989. It was not considered its own make, but part of [[Chevrolet]]. It offered five models in all, which were all produced by either [[Suzuki]], [[Toyota]], or [[Isuzu]], as the brand was intended to compete with Japanese imports. The name was discontinued in 1997, but its models were still produced and sold under the Chevrolet name starting in 1998.

== Models ==
=== Metro ===
[[Image:Geometro.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1994 Geo Metro]]
[[Geo Metro|Metro]] was a subcompact car based on the [[Suzuki Swift]] available as either a three or five door [[hatchback]], four door [[notchback]], or less commonly as a [[convertible]]. The Metro's primary powerplant was a 1.0 liter, 3 cylinder engine. There was also a larger 4-cylinder engine available. It had very high MPG, and the first generation models got 53 city, 58 highway. It was introduced in 1989, redesigned in 1995, and renamed the Chevrolet Metro in 1998. The hatchback model was discontinued in 2000, but the sedan lasted until 2001.

=== Prizm ===
[[Image:1996geoprizm.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1996 Geo Prizm]]
[[Geo Prizm|Prizm]] was a compact four door [[sedan]] based on the [[Toyota Corolla]]. While the Prizm consistantly won awards from the auto industry (including having the honor of being a Consumer's Digest Best Buy), it was always outsold by the Corolla, likely due to the perceived higher value of the [[Toyota]] brand. Additionally, Prizm had an akward position in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, as it had to compete with a car it stared across the lot at: the [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]]. Being in the same class as [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]], [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] took the approch of marketing Cavalier as a "premium entry level sedan" while marketing Prizm as an "entry level compact sedan." Towards the end however, Prizm became more or less a redundancy in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, which likely led to its demise. It was introduced in 1990, redesigned in 1993, and redesigned again in 1998, when it was renamed the Chevrolet Prizm. It was discontinued in 2002.

=== Spectrum ===
[[Image:1989geospectrum.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1989 Geo Spectrum]]
[[Geo Spectrum|Spectrum]] was a short-lived compact one step up from the Metro, based on the [[Isuzu I-Mark]]. The Spectrum was previously sold as a [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] model from 1985 to 1988. It was renamed the Geo Spectrum for 1989 and discontinued. It was replaced by the Prizm in 1990.

=== Storm ===
[[Image:800px-StormGSI1990.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1990 Geo Storm]]
[[Geo Storm|Storm]] was a sporty [[coupe]], based on the Isuzu Impulse, available in either a two door [[fastback]] configuration, or as a [[station wagon]], which Geo oddly marketed as a hatchback. It had a [[Lotus]] suspension. GM owned Lotus from 1986 to 1993. Storm entered Geo's lineup in 1990, and made a quick departure in 1993 despite strong sales. This was due in part to Isuzu discontinuing their non-truck vehicles.

=== Tracker ===
[[Image:1997geotracker.jpg|thumb|200px|left|1997 Geo Tracker]]
[[Geo Tracker|Tracker]] was a light [[SUV]], based on the [[Suzuki Sidekick]], which itself was a replacement for the highly critisized [[Suzuki Samurai]]. The Tracker was a part of the original Geo lineup from 1989, and was the longest running model. It was renamed the Chevrolet Tracker in 1998, but it was redesigned in 1999. Starting in 1999, the Sidekick was renamed the Vitara. Tracker was available in either a convertible or hardtop configuration, with either two or four seats. The buyer had the option of either a 2x2 drive setup, or optional 4-wheel drive. Geo touted Tracker as a versitile vehicle, being either an around town runabout, or a rugged off road vehicle. However, Tracker's high center of gravity coupled with its tall profile made it particularly prone to rollover, especially in earlier years.
{{-}}
==In Popular Culture==
''The Simpsons'' - Ned Flanders drives a red Metro

''Big Trouble'' - Elliot Arnold (played by Tim Allen) drives a yellow Metro. His son makes many wise cracks about it during the film, and its small size was parodied when the whole family is crammed into it when they chase a stolen cop car.

==See Also==
{{Geo}}

==External links==
*[http://dmoz.org/Recreation/Autos/Makes_and_Models/Geo/ Category at ODP]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/90-98tracker.htm 1990-1998 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Tracker in Canadian Driver's used car review]
*[http://www.vmrintl.com/reviews/Geo_prizm_93-97.htm 1993-1997 Geo Prizm review]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/95-00metro.htm 1995-2000 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Metro in Canadian Driver's used car review]

[[Category:Makes]]
[[Category:Defunct automobile manufacturers of the United States]]
[[Category:General Motors]]
[[Category:Geo]]

Geo

2008-07-30T23:22:34Z

Searsgolf:

{{List of Geo Models}}'''Geo''' was a brand of economy cars introduced by GM in [[1989]]. It was not considered its own make, but part of [[Chevrolet]]. It offered five models in all, which were all produced by either [[Suzuki]], [[Toyota]], or [[Isuzu]], as the brand was intended to compete with Japanese imports. The name was discontinued in 1997, but its models were still produced and sold under the Chevrolet name starting in 1998.

== Models ==
=== Metro ===
[[Image:Geometro.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1994 Geo Metro]]
[[Geo Metro|Metro]] was a subcompact car based on the [[Suzuki Swift]] available as either a three or five door [[hatchback]], four door [[notchback]], or less commonly as a [[convertible]]. The Metro's primary powerplant was a 1.0 liter, 3 cylinder engine. There was also a larger 4-cylinder engine available. It had very high MPG, and the first generation models got 53 city, 58 highway. It was introduced in 1989, redesigned in 1995, and renamed the Chevrolet Metro in 1998. The hatchback model was discontinued in 2000, but the sedan lasted until 2001.

=== Prizm ===
[[Image:1996geoprizm.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1996 Geo Prizm]]
[[Geo Prizm|Prizm]] was a compact four door [[sedan]] based on the [[Toyota Corolla]]. While the Prizm consistantly won awards from the auto industry (including having the honor of being a Consumer's Digest Best Buy), it was always outsold by the Corolla, likely due to the perceived higher value of the [[Toyota]] brand. Additionally, Prizm had an akward position in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, as it had to compete with a car it stared across the lot at: the [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]]. Being in the same class as [[Chevrolet Cavalier|Cavalier]], [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] took the approch of marketing Cavalier as a "premium entry level sedan" while marketing Prizm as an "entry level compact sedan." Towards the end however, Prizm became more or less a redundancy in [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]]'s lineup, which likely led to its demise. It was introduced in 1990, redesigned in 1993, and redesigned again in 1998, when it was renamed the Chevrolet Prizm. It was discontinued in 2002.

=== Spectrum ===
[[Image:1989geospectrum.jpg|thumb|150px|left|1989 Geo Spectrum]]
[[Geo Spectrum|Spectrum]] was a short-lived compact one step up from the Metro, based on the [[Isuzu I-Mark]]. The Spectrum was previously sold as a [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] model from 1985 to 1988. It was renamed the Geo Spectrum for 1989 and discontinued. It was replaced by the Prizm in 1990.

=== Storm ===
[[Image:800px-StormGSI1990.jpg|thumb|150px|right|1990 Geo Storm]]
[[Geo Storm|Storm]] was a sporty [[coupe]], based on the Isuzu Impulse, available in either a two door [[fastback]] configuration, or as a [[station wagon]], which Geo oddly marketed as a hatchback. It had a [[Lotus]] suspension. GM owned Lotus from 1986 to 1993. Storm entered Geo's lineup in 1990, and made a quick departure in 1993 despite strong sales. This was due in part to Isuzu discontinuing their non-truck vehicles.

=== Tracker ===
[[Image:1997geotracker.jpg|thumb|200px|left|1997 Geo Tracker]]
[[Geo Tracker|Tracker]] was a light [[SUV]], based on the [[Suzuki Sidekick]], which itself was a replacement for the highly critisized [[Suzuki Samurai]]. The Tracker was a part of the original Geo lineup from 1989, and was the longest running model. It was renamed the Chevrolet Tracker in 1998, but it was redesigned in 1999. Starting in 1999, the Sidekick was renamed the Vitara. Tracker was available in either a convertible or hardtop configuration, with either two or four seats. The buyer had the option of either a 2x2 drive setup, or optional 4-wheel drive. Geo touted Tracker as a versitile vehicle, being either an around town runabout, or a rugged off road vehicle. However, Tracker's high center of gravity coupled with its tall profile made it particularly prone to rollover, especially in earlier years.
{{-}}
==In Popular Culture==
''The Simpsons'' - Ned Flanders drives a red Metro

''Big Trouble'' - Elliot Arnold (played by Tim Allen) drives a yellow Metro. His son makes many wise cracks about it during the film, and its small size was parodied when the whole family is crammed into it when they chase a stolen cop car.

==See Also==
{{Geo}}

==External links==
*[http://dmoz.org/Recreation/Autos/Makes_and_Models/Geo/ Category at ODP]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/90-98tracker.htm 1990-1998 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Tracker in Canadian Driver's used car review]
*[http://www.vmrintl.com/reviews/Geo_prizm_93-97.htm 1993-1997 Geo Prizm review]
*[http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jc/95-00metro.htm 1995-2000 [[Chevrolet|Chevrolet]] and Geo Metro in Canadian Driver's used car review]

[[Category:Makes]]
[[Category:Defunct automobile manufacturers of the United States]]
[[Category:General Motors]]
[[Category:Geo]]