Opel/Vauxhall will build 2013 Astra-based convertible at Gliwice, Poland factory
By Steph, 28 Feb, 2011. 0 Comments
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Production of Opel/Vauxhall’s convertible based on its Astra compact car will soon begin at its factory in Gliwice, Poland. This model is included in the General Motors Co. subsidiary’s planned 11 billion euro investments to revive its lineup in the next five years. According to Opel/Vauxhall CEO Nick Reilly, the convertible will give the brand an important halo effect. In 2013, the convertible will start to sell at the same time as a new minicar for the brand, code-named Junior,
which Opel says will be a "chic and stylish small car" to meet a growing demand from those who have a young and urban lifestyle.
The car will be going up against models such as the Renault Megane coupe-cabriolet and Peugeot 308 CC as well as the 2011 Volkswagen Golf Convertible, which will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.
Opel said that the announcement of the convertible's name, pricing and equipment will come later. [via autonews - sub. required]
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