2008 Pontiac G8 Consumer Reviews

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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This is the best Pontiac car ever. I think it blows away the gto by comparison and has a huge trunk and back seat. Head room is miles long and for a 6'3" 240 pound guy i am sooo comfortable while driving i strongly recommend.

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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Have had car two weeks not really tested it yet. This is good, my wife likes car not sure she gets my desire for a V8. No complaints, however I can't find 11 speakers I can only find 9. Some problem huh. lol. I drive about 35,000 miles a year so I will know soon.

Favorite Features

Love the motor.

Suggested Improvements

I am surprised how quiet the car is. No sweet exhaust note. I hate to comment on the amp and oil gauge because others have but come on GM. You had to see this could be an issue.

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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I have owned many cars including three BMW's and this car is more comfortable and drives as well or better than the 525 BMW.

Favorite Features

361 HP V8

Suggested Improvements

A new exhaust that lets the V8 talk.

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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This is a GREAT car. Believe everything you've read and more. If you drive this car, you will buy it. It is absolutely incredible and I'd compare it to any YUPPIE mobile. I have to fight my wife on who gets to drive it!! Go buy this thing now and show GM that when you finally build it right, we will come back! My kids get up every morning and say hello to the G8 - it's that awesome.

Favorite Features

Handling, ride and exterior styling are fantastic! The car just oozes appeal. The fenders are intoxicatingly gorgeous. Seats are better than any other I've sat in.

Suggested Improvements

Car has a few quirks. I hate the tilt/tele wheel as it must be locked and unlocked to move it every time (as opposed to a spring loaded lock like my other GM cars). No seat position memory. The stereo (especially the steering wheel controls) gets some getting used to and has mediocre reception.

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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This car handles and rides incredibly. I love everything about it except the following: tilt wheel has a lever which means to move the wheel out of your way, you must move the lever and then relock every time; FM reception is fair; gas filler door is a push from the outside design. It should be a inside release or have a finger opening. The interior materials are way softer than my buddy's 530i; his door handles dig into your knees and hurt. Trunk and seats are huge. Great effort, great car. Buy one now!

Favorite Features

Ratchet shifter; looks; ride; handling; incredibly quiet even with windows down and sunroof open (wife's van gives you a headache with any outside air coming in); power

Suggested Improvements

Give it a real tilt/tele wheel; move gas release to inside vehicle; get nav available

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2008 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

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I think this is my 4th Pontiac. Just turned in my '04 Grand Prix GT2 for the G8. Prior to that I had 2 Grand Prix GTPs. Only had it 3 1/2 days. This car looks more like a BMW and handles like it! Quite a bit heavier and more responsive that the Grand Prix. Like the GT but decided that I didn't really need the V8 and the V6 really has plenty of power. The only difference in the two are the quad tail pipes and the clear tail light covers on the GT. The V6 has dual tail pipes and red light covers. I agree the amp meter and oil pressure displays need to go. Would like to be able to select items from the DIC and and transfer it to this display. Could probably be done with a computer upgrade.

Favorite Features

BMW front-end look; finally good looking wheels!; Flip key.

Suggested Improvements

Computer upgrade to replace oil pressure and amp meter displays. Time for egg-crate to go!

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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I have number 663 and just picked it up on Monday. The car is one of a kind it reminds me a little of my e30 m3. Very redefined in every letter, and speaks to the driver during acceleration. This car will make a statement and I'm glad I have one. I can drive my g8 with the likes of BMW and Lexus. I can also run the boys on the weekend if I like. The answer for any mid life crisis.

Favorite Features

Power power and more power on demand sport handling that allows you to become one with the road

Suggested Improvements

XM Radio system rumble with a tuned exhaust folding spare key

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2008 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)

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Hey folks! Talk about an AWESOME car with power! For me being a female I did my homework on this vehicle. I waited until the G8 finally came out. I owned a '97 Grand Prix and held unto for 11 years (which I just sold today, 15 Apr 08) because I DID NOT like the body style of the Grand Prix from 2004 to 2007. Hubby got me the Liquid Red G8, V6 engine, with the comfort package & premium package, no sunroof. For it to be a V6, this car has some power almost like the GT V8, but in my opinion much better gas mileage. So ladies, don't be intimidated in purchasing this for yourself. This is one HECK of a machine. You will have no regrets with this car!

Favorite Features

Power, Body Style, Gas mileage. Everything about the car is FANTASTIC!

Suggested Improvements

I don't think GPS is needed with this car if you have OnStar. OnStar will provide directions if needed. Maybe add XM radio, but what do you expect if car is coming from overseas.

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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So far so good. All of the advertising leading up to the introduction of this car has been right on point. The balance of handling and the pure power of the V8 combine to make this the best performance bargain out there. GM has always had a little numb steering, even in the two Vettes I've owned. This car has the spot on steering feel that performance cars should have and driving becomes a pure pleasure once again! The fit and finish are world class and the few quirks (as with any car even my 2004 Porsche 911 Targa) are not all that big of a deal. Home run Pontiac! Go test drive one and you'll want to buy it.

Favorite Features

Torque. Design. Handling..quality..value

Suggested Improvements

get rid of that battery/oil pressure red monster in the dash.. Maybe some more options like GPS and Bluetooth.. but really who cares..

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2008 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)

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Wasn't looking for a new car but couldn't resist this when it came out. I can't wait to go out driving every day and look forward to an excuse to go for a longer run. The performance from the 6L V8 is simply amazing for a stock $30,000 car and it handles like a dream. Very comfortable seats (I'm a physical therapist and seats are important to me), great driving position. Spacious rear seat. Excellent stereo. Great trunk space. Did I mention the engine and the performance?! Even managing decent fuel economy (20+mpg) on longer runs thanks to cylinder deactivation.

Favorite Features

Engine, performance, gear box (I know it's an auto but can get tiring with a manual around town and there is the option of manual shift). Excellent seating position

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of voltage / oil pressure display (or at least let you turn it off)......good place to leave a photo of the kids.

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