Saturn : 1987

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Saturn Four-Door Sedan Pre-Production Testing
Milford Proving Grounds, 1987

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April, 1987: Four-door clay released from Design Staff.

May 27, 1987: Saturn announces innovative distribution system and retail strategy (Market Area Approach).

June, 1987: The first of more than 275,000 cubic yards of concrete is poured at Saturn's new manufacturing and assembly complex.

July, 1987: First Saturn-intent vehicle built with all thermoplastic panels; excluding steel roof and hood.

October, 1987: First SC coupe mule car completed by the Chassis Business Team.

December 15, 1987: Saturn unveils its new corporate signature -- a stylized version of the ringed planet (bright red field with a neutral gray Saturn script).



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