TheBolerowas aconcept carshowcased byBuickin 1990.[1]Displayed at the Detroit Auto Show in January 1990 and the Chicago Auto Show in February 1990,[2]the Bolero served to preview numerous styling elements of the 1992Buick Skylark.[1]
Buick Bolero | |
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Overview | |
Type | Concept car |
Production | 1990 |
Designer | Buick |
Body and chassis | |
Related | Buick Skylark(sixth generation) |
Powertrain | |
Engine | 3.3 litre V6 |
Power output | 206horsepower |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 107 inches (270 cm) |
Length | 190 inches (480 cm) |
Width | 70.5 inches (179 cm) |
Height | 53 inches (130 cm) |
The Bolero's styling featured a prominent chromed feature line that moved upward along each side, wrapping around the rear deck, which was slightly higher than the hood.Fiber opticswere used throughout, and a built-in cooler was also included in the rear shelf, along with dual cup holders for the front and rear passengers and portable headsets behind the front seats.
The concept featured a 3.3 liter V6 engine producing 206 horsepower at 5200 RPM,[2]and used a 107-inch (270 cm) wheelbase with an overall length of 190 in (480 cm). It was 53 in (130 cm) high and 70.5 in (179 cm) wide.
References
edit- ^abIan (February 8, 2016)."Weird and Wonky American Cars: 1992 Buick Skylark".DriverWeekly.com.Archived fromthe originalon October 22, 2017.RetrievedDecember 28,2016.
- ^abMateja, Jim (January 8, 1990)."Put Together, Pontiac Grand Am, Buick Skylark Make One Great Car".Chicago Tribune.RetrievedDecember 28,2016.