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Never kept a car 7 years before my 2008 G-6
candy, 03/18/2016
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
41 of 43 people found this review helpful
In 2009 I was looking to replace my 2000 2 dr Grand Prix with a nice sporty sedan with a V-6. My used car dealer called and said he had the car for me but I had to come look at it. He told me it was prior salvage title with only 14,000 miles on it but he wanted me to see the damage before it went to the body shop. Light hit right front fender, no frame damage. We decided whoever the previous owner was must have worked for or been related to someone at the insurance company as there was no way this should have been prior salvage! The body shop I selected did an awesome job at matching the paint. Beautiful burgundy with subtle metallic. I now have 107,500 miles on this car. I've owned it since April 2009 and I have never done anything to this car except put new tires on it (the original tires lasted until it had about 65,000 miles on them) and have the oil changed every 3000 miles. Never had any motor problems, (not even funny noises) or tranny or other issues. Loved the way the V-6 responded as I am a bit of a lead foot driver. Still, mileage was pretty decent, city/hwy averaged about 21 mpg and strictly hwy driving averaged about 25-26. Maybe less than estimated but better than the Grand Prix. When washed and waxed this car still looks gorgeous! The only drawback on the interior was the fabric seats. They showed stains from just plain bottled water, not happy about that. Otherwise it had plenty of room up front in the bucket seats, back seat was roomy and comfortable and the trunk also had plenty of space to haul stuff around, and I did! It has pretty much all the electronics and extra features you could want including the electric sunroof. (it was not the accordian type I had seen sitting on a lot when I first started looking.) Now that I have over 100,000 miles it has developed a few rattles but still rides great. Too bad GM isn't still making the G-6 as I would purchase another one in a minute!
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Nice ride
Cindy L, 12/31/2015
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
I had my G6 almost 5 years & put a lot of miles on it due to my commute and l loved if. My husband wants to keep me in a car under warranty so we just traded it. I am sad! The car drove extremely well. I put over 140000 miles on with no major problems. It was a very nice car. Pontiac needs to come back!
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Sam, 12/22/2015
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
48 of 52 people found this review helpful
I drove my '08 G6 GT for exactly two years (to the day) before any major mechanical repairs were needed (I had to replace the engine but it was due to the mechanics error, not the car). In general the car is a great car but what really got me was the safety. I always swore if I got in an accident in that car I would be dead or extremely injured, due to the bucket seats and the car sitting so low. Last month I was in a 4 car pile up on a highway 301. I was the middle vehicle (the smushed one) and had an F-150 slam full force into the back of me and ultimately on top of me. Because of the body of the car the trunk actually caught the F-150 and stopped it from going any further on top of my car (opposed to a Honda Civic or Toyota Camry which the truck would have driven right over and crushed the backseat). Although the car was totaled (obviously, I was SMUSHED BAD) it did everything it needed to. The engine shut itself down to prevent a fire from a gas leak or anything else, the underneath of the car took most the damage from the front, opposed to smashing everything into the dash. Not a single window broke. Right after the accident everyone involved got out, including myself, and just stared at the car in amazement that it held up the way it did. I never write reviews or go to the extent of doing this but it's the least I could do for the car. Hands down I would buy the car 100x times over. I miss it SOOOOOO much. I've been test driving all different cars and have been in 3 different rentals since and nothing compares to it. Everything about it was great (minus a few electrical issues like windows rolling up or down or random lights coming on and off but that's a GM thing and those issues usually fixed themselves over a course of 24 hours or so). Plus, for all the fellow lead footers out there, the acceleration is great but it also maintains speed very well.
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Worth the wait.
Greg & Mindy, 06/13/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
We purchased our G6 convertible in January 2008 and then patiently waited for warm weather to arrive. During that wait we found that the remote starter on our G6 works great from inside my office while the remote starter on my co-worker's BMW would not work from the same office. The car is a joy to drive with the top up or down. Many co- workers thought it was a sporty coupe until the top folded into the trunk. We are pleased with the gas mileage we have been getting. No long trips yet but around town mileage is averaging close to 20 MPG. The trunk is basically useless with the top folded down but we knew that when we purchased it. We are very happy with our Pontiac G6 convertible. Enjoy!
Good so far
luck5393, 06/29/2014
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
We have had this car for a few weeks now. I do a lot of driving, and it has been a very good car in the few weeks we have owned it. I activated the XM radio in it, it tends to loose a signal when going under bridges or parked next to 3 story buildings. the engine is very responsive and the steering is tight. I bought it with about 91000 miles, so it has already been well broken in. The interior is roomy, and the back seat is very roomy for the size of car it is. One option that I wish it had was being able to pull down the 40/60 seats from the interior of the car and not just from the trunk.
Hold on tight, its a wild ride!
Hordewar, 07/28/2015
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is an extreamly great car for school, work, and just to either deck out or just drive. Its verry fun to drive and the fuel economy is the best ever compared to my old 85 s-10, it had a v6 2.8l but it was a mess, this car saved me and its awesome.
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Midlife Crisis Resolved
Gary B., 04/18/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I love everything about this car! The ride is smooth and comfortable with plenty of power, zip, and pep. It's simply a blast to drive top up or top down. With the top up I've heard a few times, 'how is that a convertible'? I get fond looks and compliments from many folks with the top down. I enjoy driving it as well as being a passenger. Move the front seat a notch or two and I'm comfortable in the back seat and I'm 6'2". I know there's room for 4 adult sized adults in this car. No room in the trunk with the top down? So what, there's plenty of room in the back seat. Mustang can't say that!
Truly Love my G6
sharpay224, 06/16/2011
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a G6... truly love this car. It has power when I need it, but also can control itself. A past Mazda only ower, having a Millenia and a mazda 6, the pontiac G6 interior makes me happy, and its handleing is amazing. On the highway I have to control myself, and in the city, i find myself watching my speed. gas milagenis not great, but thats my only complaint. @ 3600 miles, I truly love my car.
Awesome to/from car!
sunaku89, 08/10/2013
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
18 of 21 people found this review helpful
My dad purchased the car for my sister and I for school and EMS duties. Fun car to drive, great on gas mileage but some problems with the design and interior. Example, To get the headlight out to replace the light, you have to pull apart your flimsy (Extremely flimsy) bumper and the grill will pop out if you aren't careful. Mine now has a small crack now from me trying to replace the light bulb.There are also electrical issues that have melted my wires. The back locks are faulty and very often will not lock when you lock the car or unlock when you hit unlock. The seats are comfortable but you have to be careful about reaching behind the seat because you can pop the plastic out of place too.
Best 4-Seat Convertible Value in the US
Convertible Steve, 06/30/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
By far, G6 hardtop convertible is the best value in this segment. All expectations have been met or exceeded, & it has been relatively free of "surprises." Noticeable negative is interior plastics. GM really "stretched" to make this a truly affordable, modern 4-seat convertible, & for the most part, it succeeded. Top mechanism is unbelievably complicated, so an extended warranty is likely to be wise purchase. Power of 3.5L engine is fine, but occasionally feels sluggish at highway passing speeds. Surprisingly, fuel economy exceeds 17 city/26 hwy EPA estimates by 10 - 15%. Tranny is well-mated to engine. Wide turning radius, but otherwise handles well. And best of all, a rock-solid ride.
LOVE IT
LOVE IT, 06/03/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have a 2008 Pontiac GT and it is the best car I have ever had. Before I had this car I had a VW that would give me problems all the time. This car tells you everything from gas, to tire pressure, oil needed. EVERYTHING.
Great wheels
marvel90, 06/22/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Monsoon Sound system is much better than the Bose in the Infiniti I traded. Never had a car before that got "lookers" when I was at the gas station! Only flaw-the instrument panel gauges do not have illumination during the day, great at night!
I love my new G6 GXP
Cisco Contreras, 08/18/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had Pontiacs in the pass but nothing comes even close to my new G6! I love the way it drives and how it handles. Wish there was a navigation with it but the interior looks are amazing! I am starting a new family and I couldn't made a better decision when buying a new car.
My 2008 Pontiac G6 was a great car
R99991, 08/04/2020
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Well after 12 years and 315000 km, it's time to get rid of my G6. Even now the little engine still runs great but unfortunately the electric power steering sensor is done, and the front end of the car requires work as well. Total quote from GM is $3300. Hardly worth the repair of a car with 316k and 12 years old so I'm trading it in. I would gladly buy another G6 if they still made them. This was an awesome car that lasted 12 years with mostly just routine maintenance. I'm going to miss it.
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Great Car
Laz Profit, 04/11/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car as a used rental, and after a quick trip to the dealership to get the warranty items fixed, the G6 purrs. I love this car. There were 2 necessities, when I made the purchase. Performance and leg room for a big guy at 6'2". This Sedan was the perfect choice. I had no intention on walking in and buying this car, but after the test drive I knew I had to have it. I'm tired of Hondas (Buy American), and I used a Camry for a rental, wishing the whole time I had my G6. Best part, I can now add my own features.. Sun roof, turbo and low pro tires to keep the look of this car stylish. I don't plan on trading this one in - very dependable..
Awesome GXP Street Edition Sedan
GXP Street Edition, 12/22/2007
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car replaced a 2005 Altima 3.5SL - The Pontiac has a taut smooth ride that doesn't feel too harsh. The transmission is very smooth shifting and the engine turns low rpms at highway speeds in 6th! Interior is very nicely appointed and feels contemporary with a European influence. The longer wheelbase on this car compared to many of its' direct competitors gives the Pontiac a more refined ride and drive. Great build quality and a quiet interior makes for a stress free ride! Plenty of power on tap for any situation will put a smile on your face. All this at a very competitive price. Pontiac hit a home run with this GXP package! You can't go wrong with this vehicle in your garage
Life is better now that I have this car
Dave, 07/14/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I test drove all 4 of the reasonably- priced hard-top convertibles. Mazda was too small, Chrysler was not good, the Eos is worth a look but to get one with all the great features the G6 has would require spending about 3K more. I loved the G6 during the test drive but some of the negative comments I read in professional reviews were discouraging. After buying the car, I know those comments are unnecessarily over-critical. Comments on the lack of trunk space when the top is down are silly. Its a hard-top. Where else does one expect the roof to go? Many people have commented on the poor quality of interior material. I dont get it. The interior is just fine. I highly recommend this car
Like a G6 ;)
clasokel89, 11/17/2012
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 3.5L G6 V6 for two years now and bought it with 41,000 mi on the od, it now has 72,000 mi. The only problem I've had drivetrain wise were a 2 month old set of Bosch Platinum 4-post spark plugs failing me one after another (wouldn't recommend them). I average about 21.5 mpg due to mostly stop and go but at low traffic times I get about 18 city and bested 31 hwy on a trip from Tx to WI with family. At about 65,000 mi the steering started clunking due to the intermediate steering shaft which I had replaced and the rear passenger side door lock stopped working, other than that I've had no problems with the car. Its quick when you need to blast onto the highway 0-60mph in 6.2sec
Love my G6
moNique, 07/14/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love this car. Have had no problems and great gas mileage 24/30+..:) Great design and great to drive. The extra air bags make me feel so safe with my year old daughter! I would love get another one in the future but Pontiac is no longer with us, and i have a feeling this car will last me a long time and the last model (10') will be to old!
Pay me now or pay me later
exriguy, 10/18/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
At 60k we have replaced various parts related to the transmission, brakes, power steering, CD changer etc. Key fob batteries stopped working within 6 months. Every now and again it simply refuses to start altogether and dealer can't duplicate the problem. We will replace the car as a "fix." We also have strut noises and rattles. Bottom line is that you will the pay the same in the long run as if you bought a Honda Accord by the time you factor in repairs and depreciation. You may get it for much less now, but in the long run you will pay the same and be miserable along the way.
Good performing sedan
tim, 10/26/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this car because I needed a four door car due to my expanding family. Didn't want a plain Jane car. I really love the styling of this car. It has everything I need. Power is great, plenty of room, decent gas mileage, when I keep my foot out of it. Had some steering noises in which the dealership fixed under warranty. This car proves driving to the grocery store doesn't have to be boring.
08 G6 Convertible
Couger, 02/08/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
Overall, a great car. In the handling departement, it competes well with Japanese models. It doesn't compete with the German cars, but it's a lot less expensive, and sportier looking to boot. Anyone looking for a convertable would do well to consider the G-6. The seats are comforable and well designed. The lack of a power recline feature on the power seats can be overlooked. The height of the arm rests are perfect. So far, we havn't had any probles with this car. This car looks and feels great. Some one else mentioned last year that college girls love this car. It's true. Just trust me on this. If you're a single 20 or 30 something guy and can afford it, buy this car.
My last GM?
GMnomore, 03/15/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After buying a 2008 G6 GT (with the 3.5 L V6) I would not recommend this car. This is my 5th GM, 4th Pontiac. Seems the designers wanted to build a nice car, but fell short. By 18k miles the car: -Front suspension clunks -Steering clunks -Vibrates at highway speed -Idles rough -Heater smells of coolant (core leak?) -Transmission sometimes fails to shift (rare) -Tire pressure monitor cannot be set manually -Heat shields resonate -Brake pedal binds slightly -Steering column makes rubbing sound I made several trips to 2 dealerships. So far, most problems have been considered "normal" by GM dealerships and remain unresolved. Sadly, this is very likely my last GM.
Oh what your money can buy
Gary, 01/30/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I really got into the car buying process this time. I compared this car to the Toyota Corolla and Camry, Honda Accord, and Nissan Altima. This car list at 18,875 and is very well equipped at this price: Several thousand less than Altima, Camry, and Accord. It has a smooth, responsive feel and compared to the others cars I test drove much more pep! Hands down this car out performs any foreign car in its class that is price even 2,000 to 3,000 dollars more. Not to mention the the 2,000 dollar rebate that GM was offering, the additional 1,000 loyality cash (since I have a 1999 pickup). Final price 15,400 compared to 19,000 plus for Accord, Camry, or Altima. Time to buy American.
G6 is about GM and its struggles
ajl, 12/21/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have inherited this car, so it's not one I would have purchased. I would have at least bought a V6 model. The build quality is pretty good. At 13k miles, it's still really solid, no squeaks or rattles. The interior is much better then any GM car I can remember, although still not Honda or Toyota quality. Lots of room in the back seat, although the outside visibility is poor compared to the imports I'm used to. The engine is very coarse compared to a Honda and the 4 speed automatic hunts for gears and shifts into overdrive too early. Not a bad car, not great either. FYI: Owners manual recommends premium fuel for best performance. In a base model car?
Not very Fuel Friendly
ballbreaker910, 05/17/2012
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car with 44k to replace a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant with 203,000 miles. It came equipped with a sunroof, remote starter, aux jack and onstar. Was excited to purchase this car especially since GM boasted that this car would get over 32 mpg hwy which was where this car would spend most of its time. However I was only able to get 17 mpg combined. I spoke to 3 GM mechanics & was sold a load of crap about winter air causing loss of fuel economy and trying to use Hess or Shell gas to get better gas mileage. Nothing worked. GM would do nothing to assist. This 4cyl car was a gas-guzzler. I also own a 2005 Grand Prix (V6) that gets way better gas mileage. Other than that, I liked it
My Latest Convertible
OldMGDriver, 09/07/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've had a 1958 TR-3A, a 1972 MGB and a 1988 Chevy Cavalier Z24 convertible in my driving lifetime and this is the best overall package in the bunch. The only drawback is the tiny trunk when the hardtop is stowed, but, for heaven's sake, it IS a hardtop convertible! The thing must go somewhere! Fit and finish seems excellent. Several storage cubbyholes in the cockpit are very handy for stowage of manuals, remote controls and other "glove box" items. ONStar and XM radio are wonderful additions. The ac/heater vents have provided a perfect home for my Garmin GPS. We'll see how she likes the trip up to our condo in Flagstaff.
G6 GT 3.5l Sporty and Practical!
BamaDave 71, 06/26/2017
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great car. We got 26 mpg when we bought this car 6 years ago with 80k miles on it. It has over 200k miles on her now and the mpg has dropped to 23 mpg. I have NOT tuned it up, so this is likely to blame. Still has great power and handling. It still feels solid.
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Looks Great ! Drives Great !
J, 04/15/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Not only does it have the look of a sports car, but it handles like one. Yet, it is very spacious interior and large trunk. Unfortunately, I can say it does great with rear accidents, only scratches to the bumper with 40 mph impact. Monsoon radio sounds great! Leather seats are incredible comfortable.
Excellent G6
ThomasM, 04/23/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
i recently got my g6 after I turned 16, and it's been awesome to drive. The engine is peppy and quick. I'm 6'1 with long legs, and was skeptical about getting a coupe, but this car is very comfortable in the front and back. Extremely stylish exterior, i get compliments all the time. Just a few problems. Gas mileage kinda sucks, (18 mpg city). If you drive push the gas hard just one your whole tank of gas is gone. Often the air conditioning smells of coolant..? Also, back tires spin out very easily. Besides that, the car is awesome. Suspension is smooth and allows very quick and sharp turns easily.-- Beautiful Car
Low Fuel Eonomy in town.
krazzyh27, 10/26/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I just bought this car used from a rental dealership. I love the car except that I am getting terrible gas mileage in town! Only 13-15mpg. (I have an occasional lead foot.) On the highway, this car is superior, getting between 25-35mpg. I do 90% town driving though, so this is a little frustrating for me. I owned two older Ford Taurus before and this car handles much better but it is getting about the same game mileage as the dinosaurs I traded in on it. My husband and I are 5'8" and 5'9" and we have decent room in the front seat and my daughter is 5'10" and has just enough in the back seat. Not much room for extras. Car seats 4 comfortable, a 5th smaller person "touching arms".
Good value for your dollar
Greg, 03/27/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 Value Leader 4dr Sedan w/1SV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Purchased for $12,000 (Thanks, GM Card dollars!). At that price nothing really competes. I was able to get the dealer to add cruise, and for those that really want remote locks that can be added as well. Note the gas mileage will be less if the car has the 3.91 axle ratio, but will have more pep. So if you are shooting for 30 MPG be aware of the "optional" axle ratio issue. Easy to drive, but a little hard to get in and out of as doors are narrow top to bottom. I do 90% highway cruising, and this is quite and very smooth for its size. I understand wiper blades are expensive, so try and get covered under bumper-to- bumper warranty. Also, no key hole on passenger door, seems odd.
Fun & economy!
happytoes, 10/09/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am loving my 2008 Pontiac G6 convertible with greater mileage than I expected (32 MPG hwy/22 city). Just so fun to drive, & observe the admiring glances at the car. The acceleration, relative quiet of ride, on-command manual transmission, sound system, fit & finish are up to the most finicky standards, for the price range. Such a great value..I am very happy with this car (former Buick LaCrosse CXL owner)
The critics don't own the cars they rate
new pontiac fan, 10/05/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This a great fun package, and I am one of the few around that owned the original Ford version. MY first car 40 years ago was a rusty old ford retractable hardtop, and I was hooked. Have had other convertibles since and own a nice 1980 corvette now. Have never looked at Pontiac till I saw this convertible and had to have it. 3.5 v6 powerful enough and very smooth. White diamond tri-coat with taupe leather, what a stunning car. I knew there would be no trunk and bought it anyway instead of a mustang convertible. Intend to keep this car for at least 10 years.
Loving My GXP!
ObcidianButtrfly, 01/23/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is my fisrt new car and I am in love. Everywhere I go it gets looks and comments. Great ride. Pick up is good as well. I would recommend this car to anyone look for a fun sporty yet daily driver car. Love this car, I'll definetly have it for a long time. Exterior design is great. No need for any upgrades, street edition comes loaded.
Wifes loves her car
Bigchief, 10/11/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
With a family of 4, this is the only choice for a convertible. Excellent all around performance. A lot of rattling after 1000 miles, the dealer greased the door latches and no more problems. The brakes started to squeak at 3000, the dealer installed ceramic pads (under warranty) problem solved. The fun factor is 100% as well as her satisfaction.
My new toy
twdavis, 02/04/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have always wanted a convertible but knew a soft top would not be good for me as I don't have covered parking. The only hardtops out there were not affordable enough for me...then came the G6! Thank you Pontiac for making my dream car a reality! I absolutely love my new toy! It's so much fun to drive, it's very sporty and looks awesome with the top up or down! I get looks, honks and thumbs up from everyone! I chose the black with tan leather interior and walnut burl accents. It looks like one of those more expensive cars on the inside. Very classy!
Diamond in the Rough
AGP5000, 04/06/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 08 G6 GT Sedan in April 09. It had 20,000 miles on it. I must say that I have had nothing but compliments so far about the vehicle. I have put 17,000 on it in the first year, and it has rode like a champ. Gas mileage Avg. for me has been about 20 city/32 highway. That is a mix of city and highway. For those who say this car has bad gas mileage, let off the gas lead foot! It is a quick car even with a slow steady acceleration. One recommendation to ALL OWNERS: Get a strut tower bar for the front. It improves handling, gas mpg, and reduces tire wear. I have 36.5k on the original tires, and it still has 50-60% tread life left. Recommended Cold Tire Pressures:33-35F, 30-32R.
Fun Car to Own & Drive
Peggy Woodward, 01/09/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Finally bought my first convertible. I looked for about a year before deciding on the Pontiac G-6. So far, I have been pleased with it. I have had a few rattles develop, but the dealer has taken care of them, no mechanical problems. I get a lot of looks driving around town with the top down, Really fun car to drive, and for the money, you could not beat it.
What is it ?
jay haga, 03/05/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 GXP 2dr Coupe (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
When i saw the commercial announcing the 08 G6 GXP street edition, I knew I had to have one. One week later she was sitting in my garage. I never expected all that she gives. performance is great, from the 3.6vvt,the six speed automatic, and 2.77 gear ratio. Quick as a house cat out of the hole and cruises at less than 2000r's. She feels very nimble cornering and goes great in the snow. I find the seats very comfortable and all controls to be where they should. everywhere I go someone will come up and ask "what is it?" Pontiac has definetly hit a homerun in my opinion. Looks, style, performance (she's not a race car but a great commuter), and fuel mileage for the 21st century.
Still runnin strong!
Alexandra, 10/19/2017
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2008 G6 from a friend who bought it brand new in 08. It's got 188k miles on it and counting. In the 8, almost 9, years I've owned it I've put it in the shop ONCE for a bad radiator hose... $200 later and she's still clicking right along. Everyone says Pontiac is garbage but I beg to differ. This car has been extremely good to me. Regular oil changes, fluids, tires, regular maintainence is all she's needed. Doesn't do that great in rain, have yet to test it in the snow. But overall a super solid car. Wonderful gas mileage. Drove from east Texas to western Pennsylvania on two tanks of gas. Only bad thing I can say about the G6 is they don't hold their value that well. Love mine!
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I love this car!
jla, 08/18/2008
2008 Pontiac G6 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
As a former Grand Am owner, I have been looking at the G6 for quite some time. When I found a good deal, I jumped at the chance. This car is great. I drove it to my home town, which is 90 miles away, and it was both comfortable and fun to drive. When I first got it, I kept trying to think of places to go so I could keep driving instead of coming right home from work. My last Pontiac lasted me 13 years and I'm sure this one will last a long time as well. I'm a true "Pontiac believer".
g6 is reason for gm failing
steve, 03/31/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 Value Leader 4dr Sedan w/1SV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased this 08 g6 for my wife and it was a nightmare from the time we purchased it almost 2 years ago till we traded it in a few weeks ago. Premature brake failure on rotors and pads at 6000 miles, Pontiac says it was due to wife's poor driving habits and would not cover under warranty. Then the iceing on the cake was when the steering went out at 9,000 miles and I had had enough. If I had done my research on this car I would have seen that brake problems and steering failures are a common problem with the g6 and gm refuses to do anything about it.
A vastly under-rated hard-top convertible w/3.9L
KD Mann, 10/05/2020
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
No, our Pontiac G6 GT convertible is not on par with a $50,000 Infiniti G37, but as hardtop convertibles go there is not anything better even at twice the price. If you are looking for a low-cost used convertible, don't buy anything before you drive one of these! We were looking for a retractable hard-top convertible under $15,000, mostly for my wife ;-). Previously she'd owned a VW Jetta, and we'd just sold her Infiniti G35xS Sedan. She (we) liked both cars, so we test drove the G37 and the EOS. We were underwhelmed with the EOS. We were very impressed with the G37 but not surprised because it is nearly identical to the G35. Then we found a 2008 G6 GT and figured 'what the heck, it's half the price of the G37 and it has the optional 3.9L six...let's drive it and see...'. Wow..the G6 blows away the VW EOS on so many levels. The german-built Karmann retractable hard-top in the Pontiac is much more smooth and solid than VW's, and the Karmann top mechanism seems as good or better than the one in the G37. (Note, Pontiac and Karmann made some improvements to the retractable top mechanism for 2008, so I would try to find a 2008-2010 model). The V6 engines (especially the LZ9 3.9L) are, in a word, SATISFYING. The low end torque is great, the sound is mellow with just the right amount of rumble to the exhaust and the car is more than fast enough...but without ever feeling whiney or buzzy like the EOS. The front-drive G6 is not as fast or sporty feeling as the rear-wheel drive G37, but the G6 feels much more like the G37 than the EOS. What I think is most surprising about the G6 is how 'German' it feels, but it turns out that the car really IS German -- it is based on GM's 'epsilon' platform that was designed in Germany by Opel. Other cars based on the the same platform are the Saab 9-3, Cadillac Catera, Opel Insignia and a whole bunch of other well regarded vehicles. Look up 'epsilon platform' on wikipedia for more details. The G6 convertible was a joint project between Opel and Karmann and it is surprisingly well executed -- almost unbelievable considering the original prices for these cars were under $30,000. The G6 GT has a gorgeous body, areal head-turner -- the EOS by comparison looks mundane and boring. In the end it was probably the design and visual appeal that hooked us. One of the complaints about the G6 sedans and coupes that reviewers noted back in 2006/07 when these came out was the interior seemed 'plastic-ey', but except for the glove-compartment door, we don't share that impression in our GT Convertible. Twelve years and 80,000 miles later the interior of our car is quite beautiful with almost no rattles or buzzing. All of the controls, handles and levers are very high quality with great feel, especially the parking brake lever (VERY beefy and nice), radio/electronics/climate controls and the air-conditioning vents (these are easily the best and smoothest of any car we've owned). I rate all of these as equal or better than what we had in our up-scaled Infiniti G35xS, and also better than what we saw in the EOS. Ergonomics in the G6 are also uniformly excellent. Another complaint was that the gussets and braces that Opel/Karmann added to the G6 coupe didn't go far enough in stiffening the chassis. Here I will agree, with the top down on a rough/bumpy road I find myself slowing down because the chassis flex is a little unnerving. Better than many convertibles, but I would have preferred the extra stiffness even if it would have added another 300lbs to the car's weight. That said, the Karmann and Opel designed hardtop is an engineering marvel -- it stiffens the car to a surprising extent when the top is up, and then the G6 GT not only looks like a coupe, it 'feels' like a coupe. Very solid. Here's a real bonus -- the eight-speaker 400w "Monsoon" audio system in the G6 GT is unbelievably great. It is substantially better than the optional Bose system that we had in our 2008 Infiniti G35xS, and is WAY better than the 2009 G37 convertible audio. The Monsoon audio system performs far beyond my expectations, especially for a convertible, which is a notoriously difficult problem for audio engineers to solve. The junk that was in the EOS wasn't even close and I'm not sure we could have 'fixed' it even if we'd spent $3,000 in aftermarket upgrades. One beef with the G6 audio system -- the big subwoofers in the doors cause some resonance vibrations that make the rearview mirrors get blurry when you have the bass cranked up...but as a former audio engineer I can probably fix that. Normal people don't listen as loud as I do so this might not bother you. The bottom line is that we're surprisingly delighted with this car. Our only dilemma is what we are going to do with the extra $8,000 we didn't spend on the G37 convertible...
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Great geezer fun car.
Gene, 04/16/2018
updated 10/20/2020
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
We were getting too old to travel on a motorcycle so we opted for a convertible. Didn't know they even made hardtop convertibles and we love it. Buying used we were able to afford the luxury model and all the gadgets. I'm glad it had the optional 3.9 engine (just because it's still fun to push the pedal once in awhile). It's just a fun summer car so the lack of trunk space isn't a problem. Fuel economy is great (avg. 25 mpg highway). Repairs have been few even with 88,000 miles on the clock. Ours has the 3.9 V-6 option which is far superior to the standard 3.5 V-6 by comparison. Nothing much to add for 2020 Only driven in summer, less than 3000 mi/yr. Still under 100K. In 2020 we've put les than 1000 miles on it. Just inspected in June and it's for sale. We still love it, just don't have time to use it.
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1st and last GM product.
Unhappyg6owner, 04/20/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this car over a Ford Mustang convertible because it was front wheel drive. Wasn't impressed with the acceleration, but this was after driving the Mustang. In the beginning I loved the car. The car looked great with the top down and even better with the top up. Sluggish and had too much pause between shifting. Horrible in snow, so ended up driving my truck all winter anyways. Now almost 8 months later I am in a rental car while I wait for my transmission to be fully rebuilt. The moldings around the seats are coming off for no reason. There is no where to put anything. Cup holders are in a bad place. Random rattles. More things, but running out of room. Should have bought the Ford.
Don't get me started
Susan, 04/27/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 2dr Convertible (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
My advice - don't fall for the fact its a convertible! I bought my car with only 3000 miles on it. I owned it for 6 months and called it quits. I would have paid for the dealer to take it back. I did love it when the top was down but that is all I can say that is positive. The car constantly pulled to the right. The hardtop constantly rattled when it was closed. The breaks didn't seem to want to stop and forget trying to drive it in the snow. It scared me to death. I had to get rid of it. I now own an eclipse again. I actually feel safe again. Is the car cute? Yes. Hot? Not hot enough to stress over daily. This is my opinion. Others seem to love it.
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madashell, 09/06/2010
2008 Pontiac G6 Value Leader 4dr Sedan w/1SV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought my car brand new - $19,000 + - paid cash. First year - awesome except radio replacement due to the buttons chipping - 2nd year, serpentine belt, u-joints. 3rd year - getting radio replaced AGAIN due to chipping. Seats are fading - was told it was due to the mileage - umm, 30k only. Have GM now involved - but they just want to give me a certificate for $4k off a new GM car. You are kidding right? I'm buying Ford and cannot wait until this radio is put in so I can get a decent private sale or trade in. What a joke - and what a thing for a dealer to say seats fade at 30k! No more GM for me!
Stylish, fast and comfortable!
Paige A, 02/08/2016
2008 Pontiac G6 Value Leader 4dr Sedan w/1SV (2.4L 4cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Low gas mileage. Head room is average, so if you are tall this is not your car! Looks great with top up and down. I get a lot of compliments and head turns because there aren't many of them out there! It is fun to drive and the sound system is great. Getting in and out of the backseat is difficult, but this is not a car you buy for a family or for frequent trips with groups. Getting groceries is ok with the top up, but of course with the top down the groceries have to go in the back seat because the top is in the trunk. Surprisingly good trunk space with the top up though! Overall this is a great convertible and the hard top is a great thing for those of us with cats! The only negative is that the trunk is very heavy because of the roof lift mechanism, and the trunk eventually "wears out" in that it won't stay up when you lift it. A friend with the same car said it is very expensive so e to fix that so you just live with it.
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fun car for the heavy leg driver
eronen, 12/20/2009
2008 Pontiac G6 GT 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 4A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I enjoy the car at every aspect of it. It fast it responds well and it is reliable. I love the computer and its functions. I know I have a heavy leg on the gas but this car is very thirsty in town I get like 15 mpg and 24 mpg in a pure highway drive. I dont think any car will give you what this car is giving for the price.