GM N Platform
The General Motors N platform (commonly called the N-body or N car) was a front-wheel drive compact automotive platform produced from 1985 to 2005. The GM N platform replaced the GM X platform.
The N platform was very similar to the GM L platform; however, the first generation N cars were engineered by Oldsmobile while the L cars were engineered by Chevrolet. The first generation used a twist-beam rear suspension and MacPherson struts in front, and featured a 103.4 in (263 cm) wheelbase. Two- and four-door models were eventually offered, although the four-door sedans appeared late, almost two years after the initial launch.
The N platform was used for the following vehicles:
- 1985–1987 Oldsmobile Calais
- 1985–1987 Buick Somerset
- 1985–1998 Pontiac Grand Am
- 1986–1998 Buick Skylark
- 1988–1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
- 1992–1998 Oldsmobile Achieva
Read more about GM N Platform: 2nd Generation GMX130
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“I marched in with the men afoot; a gallant show they made as they marched up High Street to the depot. Lucy and Mother Webb remained several hours until we left. I saw them watching me as I stood on the platform at the rear of the last car as long as they could see me. Their eyes swam. I kept my emotion under control enough not to melt into tears.”
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