GM Speciality Vehicles has marked its first anniversary of operation in Australia and New Zealand where it has sold more than 1869 Silverado trucks across both markets and says demand for the brand continues to grow.
Orders for the right-hand-drive C8 Corvette opened in June 2021, with all GMSV dealers in Australia and New Zealand quickly selling out of their initial allocation.
GMSV Australia and New Zealand director Joanne Stogiannis says since the brand launched on November 10, 2020, it’s been 12 months quite unlike any other.
“Together with our business partners and dealer network, we have developed the foundations of what has every opportunity to become a very successful operation, one which brings the very best GM product to customers in Australia and New Zealand,” Stogiannis says.
But she admits that there have been pandemic related challenges in both markets, some disruptions due to semi-conductor issues and a global demand on shipping which has caused some sleepless nights.
The GMSV story started in November 2020 with the official launch of the new brand, the debut of a new logo and introduction of portfolio consisting of Chevrolet Silverado LTZ Premium, LT Trail Boss and Silverado Heavy Duty LTZ Premium – as well as the factory manufactured right-hand-drive Corvette.
“Interest and excitement for the C8 Corvette is absolutely phenomenal, I’ve never witnessed the same level of passion and desire for a new model in almost 25-years of involvement in the motor industry,” Stogiannis says.
“I know there were a lot of people who were disappointed to miss out on the first batch of cars, but I’m pleased to reconfirm there will be additional allocations of the C8 for performance enthusiasts in Australia and New Zealand.”
To cap off a memorable year, was the confirmation that the 2023 Model Year Corvette Z06 will be coming Down Under as a right-hand-drive model.
“I’m thrilled with what we’ve achieved in a short amount of time and look forward to welcoming more fans to the GMSV family as we embark on year two,” Stogiannis says.
“With the relaxing of COVID-19 restrictions, we’re finally able to have some greater visibility around our product and intend to get it out and about for people to see,” she says.
