2006 Pontiac GTO Consumer Reviews Page 2

Best bang for you buck

Written by: Markie629 on 02/10/2009

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

After having owned a 320HP Supra, and a 280 HP Mustang, this is absolutely my favorite car to date. The LS2 is fantastic, along with the 6 speed tranny (borrowed from the Z06 Corvette) and the rest of the car is generally fantastic as well. The interior is large enough to fit my 6'2" 240 lb frame very comfortably whether in the front, or back. The onbord computer is great with more options than a car this price should have. The stock stereo is great quality as well with an adjustable subwoofer accessable through the trunk. With average fuel economy of between 18 MPG city and 27 MPG highway (based on my own spirited driving), fuel consumption is quite low. Overall a great performance bargain!

Favorite Features

400/400 HP & TQ. LSD. Interior styling/seat compfort and spaciousness. Back seats. Lots of aftermarket support. Easy to up the HP. Onboard computer (customizable between MPH and KPH). Smooth ride quality. Great exhaust note. Silky smooth V8 & vette Z06 tranny internals on the 6 sp. Stock 18" rims

Suggested Improvements

Tighter suspension - stock springs too soft and often saggy. Stock rear wheel width not nearly wide enough. Poor factory intake design. Faster access to back seats. No split folding rear seats. no MP3 capability for CD player, or auxilary input. no sunroof option, or Navi.

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How much can on person smile

Written by: sweetface on 01/18/2009

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

When I went to a quarter mile track near where I live and I heard and saw one of these beautiful sleepers go down the track, I had to have one. Luckily only 2 months later there was a beautiful Cyclone grey one in mint condition ( you could eat off the engine) sitting in my garage. I have loved getting up every morning since knowing that I get to drive it every day. It's powerful, comfortable and the most fun automobile I have ever owned. I cannot stop smiling every time I get behind the wheel. What an awesome car!

Favorite Features

The getty up and go! I love this machine! And mind you repspect the muscle of the LS2 every time I sit behind the wheel.

Suggested Improvements

The factory spoiler is a little to large something more subtle would do just fine. It does have a tendency to obstruct rear views.

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The Great One

Written by: douglasrmyers on 12/27/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

GTO is by far the best car I have ever owned. Fast, powerful, comfortable, handles and rides beautifully. There is nothing else like it.

Favorite Features

Engine, comfort, sleek, Euro-design (spoiler deleted).

Suggested Improvements

Would like to own 2 of them.

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Sleeper

Written by: blackgoat on 11/30/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I purchased an '06 GTO over a year and a half ago and still smile every time I start it up. It is by far the best car that I have ever owned and a blast to drive. The car looks much better in person than in pictures and most people have no idea what it is. The engine sounds great and the acceleration is impressive. The car may have sold better if the styling was more retro and less European but it is nice driving a car that you don't see at every stop light. The seats are very comfortable and the gas mileage is not too bad considering the power under the hood. It has been very reliable and the car can be modded if 400 hp is not enough for you.

Favorite Features

The LS2 engine

Suggested Improvements

I would not change much except for the stereo which is ok at best. I think it looks a lot better with the 18" OEM wheels or after market ones. The trunk is small and the back seat is not easily accessable but I bought it for the performance.

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I love my little Billy

Written by: aplvn on 11/23/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this car brand new from the dealer in 2007 even though it was a 2006. I love the power, and the looks. I added an aftermarket sunroof (it wasn't an available option). My first time at the drag races in anything worth racing and ran 13 flat in an automatic. Even though I love the car, I would never buy another one. I have had nothing but problems with this one. Current mileage is 14911. Last week a sprag in the transmission went out. A/C broke twice, plastic chromes on console and steering wheel bubble from heat, glove box snapped, makes clicky noises all over that dealership can't fix. Floor mat clips are bad design (replaces 6 times), needs a convertible seat, Blaupunkt stinks!

Favorite Features

Horsepower, sound, get up and go (I can't drive anything but a V8 now), exterior design is sexy. The best feature is the looks I get when people see a girl driving that sexy muscle car!

Suggested Improvements

Different option for a stereo, bigger trunk, convertible seat is a must! If ever made again, make the automatic a 6 speed as well, like the new G8. More options for luxury (heated seats, XM, OnStar, dual climate control, sunroof, Bose, better exhaust)

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This Car is a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

Written by: GOAT Dude on 11/22/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The Holden boys get it. Big engine with great styling and quality goodies inside. No wonder Bob Lutz looked at this car and brought it to the states. Other than the Vette GM does not have clue when it comes to building a performance automobile. My initial thoughts about the car in 04 was that it looked like an extended wheel base Grand Am with a 5.7 liter engine which was just OK. By 06 the Aussie brain trust got it right. True dual exhaust, hood scoops and a 6.0 rocket engine under the hood. Mine is a red on red six speed pavement pulverizer. Gimme a break this is a 13 second car out of the box. It's a vette with a back seat and trunk with a high quality cowhide interior. None to the GOAT. RIP GTO.... The Pontiac / Holden boys need to develop a G8 coupe to compete with the 2010 Camaro and Genesis coupes. Hopefully GM will allow the boys from down under to make another great muscle car with a six speed and only two doors.

Favorite Features

Six speed transmission just plain fun to drive coupled with the 6.0 beast under the hood. It is a pleasure to jump into a GM vehicle an not have it feel like a GM vehicle from a design, materials and fit & finish perspective. Oh did I mention the 6.0 engine?

Suggested Improvements

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Fast and Furious

Written by: Mr Norm on 11/16/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The day I received this car all I had was a smile on my face, I love the brazen orange paint, the crazy torque the comfortable seats and the launch oh my god, faster than all the sports cars that I have own, and I had some good ones, and IROC-Z, Mustang GT, Buick Grand National this thing smokes them all I do have some performance parts such as eibach springs, koni shocks, subframe connectors, alum- driveshaft bmr axels and stubs headers, supercharger, comp cam and magnaflow exhaust. But the thing I like the most is that you don't see them all over the road. I'll keep it until the wheels fall off.

Favorite Features

Engine, seats, launch,exhaust sound and color, most people don't know what it is until they see the Pontiac emblem and the word GTO

Suggested Improvements

The interior lights should have been orange instead of green. get one while you can and hold on to it.

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Corvette for the family

Written by: bdavis on 11/02/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

After buying the wife her convertible, I had eyes on a new Vette, but with a 12yr old still at home 2 seats just did not fit. Have had performance cars all my life (from SS402 Chevelles to 5.0 Mustangs, Shelby Z Daytonas, Turbo 350Z's and still have a 76 vette )and enjoy a car you don't see every day. Researched and found the GTO, power, handling, comfort and different styling. Found a 7500 mile 06 6spd (owned for only 3 months) and have smiled ever since. It is not a BMW M5, but the performance numbers are close enough, and my son enjoys riding in it as much as I enjoy driving it. Not to mention it is less than half the price of the M5 and a lot less to insure.

Favorite Features

Loads of power always available, even in 6th. Fuel economy better than expected (19 hwy/23 city)even with the occasional heavy foot! But you don't buy this car for economy, you get it for fun, and it is as fun as any car I have ever had. Great seats and interior, and a lot of " wow, what is it"

Suggested Improvements

Linkage on 6 speed a bit tough to work with, and low front cowl needs constant parking attention. Had first warranty repair needed (door handle) and new one took dealer 6 weeks to get. Audio not the best but the sound of the engine more than makes up for it.

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Renesis

Written by: RENESIS on 10/24/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Well I kept the car for a little while and it was a good experience. I wouldn't buy it again though due to the following reasons. 1) the car has no steering feel and it doesn't communicate with you at all so you cant drive with precision 2) the back seat has a lot of room but getting in and out is big problem and trust me it is. 3) Resale values are horrible but I didnt look at this when I bough it brand new. 4) Moding can be expensive and there are some mods you need right away like shifter and springs and shocks/ struts. Better tires. Acceleration is great and so far it's faster in STRAIGHT LINE than these: 350z, evo,mustang, srt8,E46 M3, Speed6, S4,C55 AMG. It's a lot of car for the money

Favorite Features

big V8 that really gives a great sound and you don't want a drive a turbo 4 or a v6 again. On the other I 'd say its more comfortable on long trips than any other sports car under 50k and even some luxury sedans, Suspension is very soft and forgiving but I don't like it because its not a towncar.

Suggested Improvements

The car didn't sell because of the plain looks and suspension issues

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2006 GTO first hand

Written by: David on 09/22/2008

Vehicle

2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The car starts right up every morning. The drive is kind of bumpy due to the sporty suspension. I love the small block v-8. Runs better when driven hard, like most corvette engines. Dislike the locking mechanism for the door locks. Wont let you lock the doors with out pushing the button. The passenger seat is horribly slow to move forward and back. So getting people or children in the back is not fun. The shifter feels long, and the exhaust note is great at higher rpms. The headlights should have been xenon. The blaupunkt cd player distorts easily with bass. The steering is heavy on fast corners. straight acceleration is phenomenal. Ill never buy another one, but ill keep mine.

Favorite Features

seat feel engine sound stereo as long as its not up too loud big windows

Suggested Improvements

shorter shifts easy access back seat bigger trunk easier lock and unlock better handling at higher speeds

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