2008 Pontiac G8 Consumer Discussions Page 7

2008 Pontiac G8

G8 thoughts.....

Written by: rayainsw on Feb 14, 2007 09:03 AM

First, by raising the issue ( for me ) of the apparent near 4,000 pound weight of the G8 V8, I mean no disrespect to GM \ Pontiac , nor do I mean to ignore or “gloss over” the fact that they will be bringing to market something with features & specifications that many, many here & elsewhere have been asking for – for quite a long time: For example: RWD V8 6-Speed Manual trans. ... Read More...

Pontiac G8

Written by: vanman1 on Feb 07, 2007 06:35 PM

It's here and boy it looks good. Coming in early 08. http://www.pontiac.com/ CHICAGO – Confirming its commitment to style and performance, Pontiac introduced a show car version of an all-new, rear-wheel-drive performance sedan at the Chicago Auto Show. The 2008 Pontiac G8 will be available in dealerships early next year. “With the balance of rear-wheel ... Read More...

interesting...

Written by: rayainsw on Feb 08, 2007 04:32 AM

I have some experience with 2 major pieces of this G8’s drivetrain. ( Somewhat modified, apparently, but fundamentally the same. ) Specifically: The 6.0L V8 and the 6L80 automatic \ manumatic trans. are in my 2007 Corvette. The additional weight ( I knew it would be heavier than my C6, with a back seat, and all – but almost 4,000 pounds?? ) will obviously not help ... Read More...

Re: 2008 or 2009 Holden-Pontiac Grand Prix....(formerly rumored G8) [paisan]

Written by: rockylee on Feb 07, 2007 04:01 AM

I agree...... The G8 will have the GT which is 362' hp. A GXP with 400+ hp via 6.0 or 6.2 VVT V8 I've also read that a special limited edition model to have 502 hp. is in the works. That would be great because then Cadillac, would almost be forced to put the 600 hp. version of the supercharged LS-7 in the CTS-V Rocky Read More...

Re: 2008 or 2009 Holden-Pontiac Grand Prix....(formerly rumored G8) [tyger1906]

Written by: paisan on Feb 07, 2007 01:29 AM

No offense but when I think Grand Prix, I think of really bad FWD 80s and 90s cars. Not a 4-door Grand Touring German/Japanese luxo car killer. The G5, G6, G8 monikers bring a little bit of class to the nameplate. Grand Prix also conjures mullets and cheap beer! -mike Read More...

Insideline at the Chicago Auto Show

Written by: KarenS on Feb 09, 2007 06:53 AM

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Re: 2008 or 2009 Holden-Pontiac Grand Prix....(formerly rumored G8) [rockylee]

Written by: tyger1906 on Feb 06, 2007 09:36 PM

I read today that they are ditching the Grand Prix name for G8......so you will have G5, G6 and G8. Thats right GM follow Ford and take a classic name like Grand Prix and the hundreds of thousands of them sold over the years and throw it away. Maybe I am old fashioned but the American car companies are trying to be like Audi (A4, A6, ect) instead of just being who they are. ... Read More...

Sheetmetal, Interior, Engines

Written by: creamcitian on Jan 02, 2007 08:35 AM

From World of Car Fans: "This time, however, there will be much more extensive differences between the Holden and the Pontiac. The Pontiac G8 will have its own sheetmetal and its own interior, setting it apart from the Commodore. The G8 is expected to be produced in Australia, as was the Pontiac GTO. It will offer a choice of V6 or V8 engines. Introduction of the ... Read More...

Re: 2008 or 2009 Holden-Pontiac Grand Prix....(formerly rumored G8) [chats1]

Written by: rockylee on Oct 17, 2006 11:23 AM

Just wait until the RWD 500+ hp Grand Prix debutes. Will they be able to say that's boring ? :P Rocky Read More...

Re: 2008 or 2009 Holden-Pontiac Grand Prix....(formerly rumored G8) [bumpy]

Written by: chats1 on Oct 13, 2006 06:29 AM

I don't find the Grand Prix boring at all. There's no comparison between the Grand Prix or Impala!!! The Impala looks like "nothing." The design is terrible and it looks like any ordinary sedan. At least the GXP has a lot of style and looks sporty, even though it's a sedan!!! What does the Impala have??? It looks exactly like an ordinary family car. At least the Grand ... Read More...