Gtp

[GTPWarrior88]

I was just curious as to whether or not "GTP" stood for anything, and if so, for what?

[kustomkid54]

Originally Posted by GTPWarrior88

I was just curious as to whether or not "GTP" stood for anything, and if so, for what?

Grand Touring Prototype

[WRBsGTP]

wow
..and all this time i thought it was 'grand touring package'.

did anyone know the GTO initials stood for...Grand Tourismo Omologato! (or something like that)

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by kustomkid54

Grand Touring Prototype

Jim (KustomKid54),

You're a walking Pontiac dictionary. Nice info to know. Anyone noticed how Pontiac is stuck on the letter "G". GTO, Grand Prix, Grand Am, G6?

On the GTO and for the past 40 years, I prefer calling them....."Goat".

If nothing else, its interesting trivia.



Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by kustomkid54

Grand Touring Prototype

Forgot, how about enlightening us on "GXP" while we're at it. Thanks.


Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

[kustomkid54]

Originally Posted by bnaylor3400

Forgot, how about enlightening us on "GXP" while we're at it. Thanks.


Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

GTX stands for, grand touring experimental.

Bob, the "G" has been used so Mustang owners can say, "G" they did it again.
GTO stands for after 120, God Takes Over.

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by kustomkid54

GTX stands for, grand touring experimental.

Bob, the "G" has been used so Mustang owners can say, "G" they did it again.
GTO stands for after 120, God Takes Over.

lol. Gee whiz!

So it is safe to assume the "GXP" stands for Grand Experimental Prototype??


Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

[GTPgirl]

I thought GTP was Grand Touring Performance rather than Prototype

[kustomkid54]

Originally Posted by GTPgirl

I thought GTP was Grand Touring Performance rather than Prototype

I went back and checked the book that I got it from. Then check the internet. Club GP FAQ's list this;



We maybe wrong, I'll keep looking to be sure.

[kustomkid54]

Well, rechecked. And that's what everyone says.
But if you find anything else, let me know.

[BNaylor]

Originally Posted by kustomkid54

Well, rechecked. And that's what everyone says.
But if you find anything else, let me know.

Jim,

You don't have to doubt your sanity because someone throws you off course. Remember the discussion we had about these young kids that think they know it all versus us old timers.

Unequivocally and read our lips please!!!!!!!

GTP stands for Grand Touring Prototype..........period!!!!!!!!!!!

GM used GTP going back to the 1980s and the Corvette and its has carried over to other models including the Grand Prix. See below:

Corvette GTP
A Corvette in name and styling elements only, the Corvette GTP (Grand Touring Prototype) was one of the fastest and most exotic race cars ever to wear a red Bowtie. Based on an English Lola T600 chassis and powered by an all-American turbocharged Chevy V-6, the mid-engined racer was a rocketship. At full boost, the Corvette GTP’s 3.4-liter (209ci) V-6 pumped out more than 1,000 horsepower. This amazing machine claimed seven poles in the IMSA Camel GT series in 1986 and won two races. In 1987, the Corvette GTP captured four more poles.

The Corvette GTP became a testbed for even more exotic technology when it was outfitted with an active suspension system and carbon brakes. In the twilight years of the program, a naturally aspirated all-aluminum small-block V-8 replaced the turbo V-6.

The legend continues in 2005 as the Corvette C6-R will contest another full season of the American Le Mans Series as well as the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The team begins its year of racing at the 12 Hours of Sebring in March.


Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

[kustomkid54]

Originally Posted by bnaylor3400

Jim,

You don't have to doubt your sanity because someone throws you off course. Remember the discussion we had about these young kids that think they know it all versus us old timers.

Unequivocally and read our lips please!!!!!!!

GTP stands for Grand Touring Prototype..........period!!!!!!!!!!!

GM used GTP going back to the 1960s and the Corvette and its has carried over to other models including the Grand Prix. See below:

Corvette GTP
A Corvette in name and styling elements only, the Corvette GTP (Grand Touring Prototype) was one of the fastest and most exotic race cars ever to wear a red Bowtie. Based on an English Lola T600 chassis and powered by an all-American turbocharged Chevy V-6, the mid-engined racer was a rocketship. At full boost, the Corvette GTP’s 3.4-liter (209ci) V-6 pumped out more than 1,000 horsepower. This amazing machine claimed seven poles in the IMSA Camel GT series in 1986 and won two races. In 1987, the Corvette GTP captured four more poles.

The Corvette GTP became a testbed for even more exotic technology when it was outfitted with an active suspension system and carbon brakes. In the twilight years of the program, a naturally aspirated all-aluminum small-block V-8 replaced the turbo V-6.

The legend continues in 2005 as the Corvette C6-R will contest another full season of the American Le Mans Series as well as the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The team begins its year of racing at the 12 Hours of Sebring in March.


Thrasher CAI, DHP v1.0 ECU, Granatelli CAI Tuneable MAF,
3.4 SC pulley, Hi-Flow CAT, u-bend delete, 180 TS,
TB spacer, MSD 8.5mm wires, AC Delco 41-932 spark plugs,
Goodyear Gatorback Serp. & SC Belt
ET: 14.3 @ 96 mph

Email sent.
Thanks, Jim