6.12.2002
Bologna Motor Show opens this weekend

The 27th Bologna Motor Show is an international car and motorcycle annual event opening this weekend and continuing through to December 15, 2002. GM Daewoo, Opel and Chevrolet will highlight the Matiz, the Meriva and the Corvette.

Over 1 million people visited the 132,000 m2 of indoor exhibition space last year and attendance is expected to increase in this medieval city known for fast cars and fine food.

GM Daewoo will debut the new 1.0-liter, four cylinder Matiz, Opel will present the Meriva as well as the Vectra GTS, Astra OPC and Astra Metano and Chevrolet will show the ever-popular Corvette.

The Matiz, will now be more attractive than ever to European drivers with the introduction a new modern four-cylinder engine. With its smooth running qualities and extra power, the new engine is a good partner for long-distance driving.

Since it was launched in 1998, the five-door Matiz has gained more than half a million fans throughout Europe. Just 3.50 meters long, it is the biggest selling Daewoo in Europe. Apart from the smart styling, the main advantages of the Matiz are its comfortable spaciousness despite its size, its five-door functionality, its favorable price, and its low maintenance costs.

The Opel Meriva is one of the first mainstream European brands to enter the small minicab market and the Bologna Motor Show marks its debut in the important Italian market.

Opel's Vectra and Astra families will be well represented by the Vectra GTS and Astra Metano. The new Astra OPC is sure to impress this fast-car loving audience.