2008 Pontiac G8 Consumer Discussions Page 2

2008 Pontiac G8

Re: Shifter/transmission [mrpushrod]

Written by: rayainsw on Nov 15, 2008 01:50 PM

This ** MAY ** help: Here is the text of a bulletin [ TSB ] including the VIN breakpoint. #08-07-30-036: Automatic Transmission Delayed Downshift,Lack of Acceleration, Flat Spot (Reprogram TCM)- (Aug 13,2008) Subject: Automatic transmission delayed downshift,lack of acceleration,flat spot(reprogram TCM) Models: 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 GT with automatic ... Read More...

Pontiac G8 to be discontinued in it's first generation

One reason G8 and GM may be hurting

Written by: svtguy on Nov 13, 2008 11:49 PM

Pontiac dealers throw in the towel: http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/uptospeed/2008/11/i-really-really.html Read More...

2008 Pontiac G8

test drive - 2009 G8 GT

Written by: rayainsw on Nov 07, 2008 10:07 AM

So – I drove a 2009. The current incentives bring the actual transaction price of a G8 GT ( Premium, Sport, Roof ) to approx. $2K below invoice. Just over $30K, on this ‘old invoice’ 2009. Executive summary: I do like the G8 GT – a lot. Background: I currently drive a Corvette Coupe with A6 \ 6L80 trans. – driveline is very similar to the G8 GT. I have driven 2 2008 G8 GTs. ... Read More...

'stock' ? Re: Stock VW Jetta Wolfsburg beats Stock Pontiac G8 [hondaden]

Written by: rayainsw on Oct 20, 2008 08:54 AM

Hmmmmm . . . http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/hatchbacks/112_0808_2008_volkswagen_gti_firs- - t_look/index.html “The 16-valve turbo churns out 200 hp at 5100 rpm and 207 lb-ft of torque from 1800 rpm up to 5000, with a 6500-rpm redline. All that boosted power is good for 0-to-60 sprints in 6.1 sec and a quarter mile of 14.7 sec at 94.2 mph in our test ... Read More...

Re: Reputation? [mrpushrod]

Written by: circlew on Sep 13, 2008 06:02 AM

Reliable is relative. You obviously have more experience and sounds like they were good ones. Then there is that little additive called desirability we throw into the mix. A Crown Vic is a workhorse but is it desirable? I go by this, usually...my BMW wasn't a bad choice because it is high in desirability as well. If you are a driver, you will know. Otherwise, DSFDF. ... Read More...

Re: Use G8 Key fob on G6 [don129]

Written by: lvhatchbk on Aug 31, 2008 03:48 PM

And that's what happened to me also. I had been researching the G8 GT for a while and went to the dealer yesterday. Test drove the V8 and that was it. After a few hours of the usual horse trading, drove a 2008 Magnetic Gray Metallic G8 GT home. All I can say is wow. Pontiac really nailed this one. Read More...

Full Test available!

Written by: KarenS on Jul 25, 2008 08:24 AM

Full Test: 2008 Pontiac G8 Read More...

Re: Fuel Type for Pontiac G8 [lvhatchbk]

Written by: actualsize on Jul 15, 2008 11:36 AM

Even though I know what you mean, your question highlights a common point of confusion: the difference between "recommended" and "required" when it comes to octane. If the word "required" is used, end of story. A 91 octane requirement is a hard stop. Of course you are free to go higher, if you can find it and are willing to pay. If "recommend" is in the language, then ... Read More...

Pontiac G8 Lease Questions

G8 GT MF and Residuals???

Written by: ix007 on Aug 09, 2008 08:14 AM

There isn't a forum for pricing or leasing on Pontiac G8's, so I figured I would post here. Does anyone know the current MF, residual and dealer cash for a 2008 Pontiac G8 GT? I have to assume these are not moving exceptionally well in this market, so hopefully Pontiac is aggressive especially on 2008's . Thanks for the help Read More...

Mainstream Large Sedans Comparison

Re: Kia Amanti [allmet33]

Written by: thegraduate on Jul 24, 2008 10:56 AM

Top 10 Losers: Non-Luxury Sedans, Wagons and Hatchbacks (Current Models) What I found appears to be the amount of "lot time" a car has, although the site wasn't clear. This is for the month of May, and looks bad for the Ford twins as well as the Kia. 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis: 223 days 2008 Ford Taurus: 120 days 2008 Mercury Sable: 119 days 2008 Kia Amanti: 117 days ... Read More...