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Australia's new Ute; the return of the El Camino?

By Rain Noe - August 22, 2007

in Object Culture

Ever heard of a Holden Ute? The answer for most Australians is probably yes. Holden is an Australian subsidiary of General Motors and their "Ute" (Australian slang for "utility vehicle") has been in production Down Under since the '50s; pictured above is their new model, the VE, which can crank out up to 362 horses.

Although the Holden Ute is not intended for wide export outside the Australian market, the rest of the world may have the option to purchase another combination pick-up/sports car; according to a rumor from last month, Chevy may be bringing their El Camino back into production.

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big-t

13 years ago

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i like how this el camino looks its like a camaro with the sleek look but also has that bed i think this could be a hit i would buy it

my first car is a 66 el camino and ive loved learning about them this car would be great

its for those people who need a truck to put stuff in the bed but want a muscle lookin car its really really nice :)
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17 years ago

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Totally disagree with macacanadian! Been waiting for - even begging for an El Camino. Owned a 70's vintage and owned and drove a 1984 for 14 years. A great vehicle. The drive of a car, but useful like a pickup truck! Can't wait!
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macacanadian

17 years ago

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Does anyone else notice that the Big 3's pre-occupation with yesterdays designs mirrors their fall from power? It's like some desperate nostalgia for a time when they actually had relevance.

Stop looking in the rear view Detroit, this is a time when we need innovation and a total directional change in transportation.

The market will find it somewhere and it sure as hell won't be in the bed of a goddamn El Camino.
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