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Top 15 Cars That Should’ve Been Pickups (And Almost Were)

2. Pontiac G8 Sport Truck

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Pontiac G8 Sport Truck blends V8 power and utility, but financial crisis halts its launch. Wikipedia

In 2008, Pontiac excited car enthusiasts by unveiling the G8 Sport Truck (ST), a modern revival of the legendary Chevrolet El Camino. With sleek styling, a powerful V8 engine, and car-like handling, the G8 ST promised a perfect blend of performance and practicality. General Motors even launched a naming competition to build excitement around its anticipated 2010 release. Unfortunately, the 2008 financial crisis severely impacted GM, leading to restructuring and drastic cost-cutting measures. In early 2009, just months before its scheduled debut, GM canceled the Pontiac G8 ST, leaving American enthusiasts to wonder what could have been.

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