2006 Pontiac GTO Consumer Reviews Page 3

Goat-Tastic!

Written by: masteropunk on 09/04/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love this car. Owned a supercharged Cobalt before this and the power in the GTO is so great over the latter. I have recently added an 80 mm turbo amongst other things and am running at a cool 1011 hp off the dyno. I loved this car stock and love it even more with the additions.

Favorite Features

Power. plain and simple. the interior is extremely comfortable as well.

Suggested Improvements

why are all the lights in the car blue (color of the car) and the display green. need to be the same color.

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2006 the original is still the greatest

Written by: 2006gtobob on 09/02/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

After taking a test drive I was hooked to say the least. and after finding the brazen orange color under the spotlight at a local dealer I had to have one. Less than a week later I am the proud owner of a brazen orange 6- speed that gets great fuel mileage and second looks from those not knowing what had just passed them. Getting on the local interstate is just some of the fun when those 400 plus horses are put to the test, the feel of the engines torque really sets you in your seat just proving the power is there, Pontiac sums it up best We Build Excitement (oh just to mention 23 mpg highway/18 around town occasional flogging is my est mpg) having fun

Favorite Features

massive power especially the torque of the engine, can run 3rd gear to almost 95mph and i still have 3 more to go great handling, smooth sounding thought out exhaust system.quiet until you want to wake up the neighbor hood or let`em know your coming. (you know heavy right foot, possibly a cramp)

Suggested Improvements

no traction on take-off, car has massive wheel-hop 1st and 2nd gear, have to back off throttle to keep from possibly breaking parts. otherwise can`t use all the available power, car could be running in the 12 sec. zone on the dragstrip. pull 4th gear through the traps at approx. 100 mph I get wheel hop.

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You'll be impressed!

Written by: Trowbridge on 07/11/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

The greatest thing is power. First test drive hooked in less than one on ramp to the interstate. Excellent gas mpg 18/23 and with the power you've got this thing is sick. I changed out the stock suspension with the Pedders Street II and the ride quality is about the same but the way it handles through the curves is crazy fun. I cannot tell you how many times I've had looks from people - every stoplight it seems, and even from Lamborghini drivers. If you haven't bought one, and you're still undecided, you better try to find one that has less then 10K on it because once these babies are gone, they'll be talked about years from now, as the car that got away. I've had it for 19 months, 0 shop time.

Favorite Features

The power, the handling, the look is mild mannered but nothing could be farther from th performance. It's rumble standing still at stoplights is a heart breaker. Sexy, and the funnest drive I've ever sat in!

Suggested Improvements

If they decide to bring it back do so with the Z06 motor and a look that is smooth - not sharp edges like the old goats but a modern stacked headlight front end would be breathtaking. Put a Bose system in it too.

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An honest assessment

Written by: tim on 07/03/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This car is addictive to drive. I have an Impala and the GTO and it is so much fun to drive the GTO that it's hard to put it away when the weather's bad. I was addicted to it from the first test drive. I almost sold it due to the mpg but decided that anything this much fun SHOULD be expensive to drive. After the Pedder's suspension, it's been like driving a very expensive sport's car.

Favorite Features

The interior

Suggested Improvements

Rear spoiler should be lower profile, and the grill inserts from the factory would've been nice, but it's still awesome!

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Ultimate Sleeper

Written by: John Bruning on 06/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Okay, so the Monero didn't make it in the U.S. market. Under any other name, it would have been a hit, especially if the price had been competitive with the Mustang GT. Purists didn't like the exterior, non-muscle car styling, so the GTO died after '06. Those of us who own a modern GTO know the truth: this is one of the fastest sleeper cars ever built. The 400 HP V8 sets the Goat on its haunches with a toe-twitch. It handles superbly and the stiff feel of the steering wheel is a huge improvement over the numb and the mundane. Forget the Mustang GT. Forget the Charger RT or SRT8. None of those three muscle cars can touch the all- round performance, handling and power of the '06 GTO.

Favorite Features

Power, performance, sleeper-exterior styling. Interior is well-designed and fit & finish are superb. Holden knows how to build muscle cars.

Suggested Improvements

Bring it back in 2010 on the Zeta Platform. Pontiac needs either a GTO, Firebird or Trans Am in its future line-up. Come on GM! Let the legends of the past come alive again!

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My GTO

Written by: mike. queens NY on 06/29/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought my gto about a year ago, I passed the dealership and saw her parked out front so I stopped and decided to look a little closer. As I'm looking at her the salesperson comes out and asked me if I ever drove one. I said no, few minutes later he took a copy of my lic, gave me a dealer plate and tells me come back in like an hour or so. After about 20 mins of driving it I knew I was keeping her. I'm 6 ft3 I thought the car was very roomy for a coupe. And not to mention the power and torque, I missed having a v8. The next day I picked up my new car.

Favorite Features

Engine, tranny (6spd), brakes, volume button on steering wheel, exhaust note, body style,

Suggested Improvements

Bigger sway bars, wider tires on back, bigger trunk,

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If you didn't get one, you lost out

Written by: rag on 06/08/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

I love my 06 GTO. I currently also have a 67 GTO which I have owned over 30 years. I use the new one as a daily driver and find it to be extremely comfortable. My average gas mileage is about 15 which I don't think is too bad. It goes up a lot on the highway. I love the looks of this car. The people who were turned off because it didn't have the "retro" look lost out. I was thrilled by its looks. Who wants to spend this kind of money to have a car that looks like its 30 years old. The drivetrain is spectacular. Getting in the back seat is difficult but I have had myself and 3 others in the car on several occasions. I am leasing it and am planning on buying it at the end of the lease.

Favorite Features

The drive train is outstanding, the seats are terrific, the radio is wonderful

Suggested Improvements

I would have liked to have had automatic a/c, satellite radio and GM's OnStar. The ride can be a little harsh at times. The throw on the stick shift is too long.

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my gto

Written by: 06goatman on 05/30/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

Absolutely love to drive this car. Punch the gas pedal and feel the smile on your face grow. The interior definitely was a pleasant surprise over other GM cars. The leg room in the back seats very surprising. 2 adults can sit comfortably in back. Getting into the backseats can be a bit of a pain but once back their its all good.

Favorite Features

The performance first and foremost but the interior is very nice.

Suggested Improvements

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"06" GTO

Written by: Mark Howell on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This car is great! It handles very well. The engine has a LOT of snap to it. Under the hood is a well organized engine compartment. The seats are the most comfortable seats I've sat in. The sound system is very good, but it would have been nice to have an auxiliary plug for an I-Pod. The craftsmanship on this car is outstanding! The 6 speed shifter had a longer throw than I liked, but after I installed a B&M Short shifter it performs extremely well. I love the "Spice Red" paint on mine. I wouldn't trade this car for anything!

Favorite Features

The seats, the dash, the powerful LS2 engine, the quality sound system, the excellent styling, and the "Get up and go"! This car turns a lot of heads when you drive by!

Suggested Improvements

An I-Pod plug, wider tires ( to utilize the tremendous power), and a sun roof would be nice.

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The greatest secret of all

Written by: D on 05/26/2008

Vehicle

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

Review

This car is fabulous. Everyone stops and stares as I drive by them. Great car for the money. Such a good value.

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