Used 2009 Pontiac G8 Consumer Reviews
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So far, so good
dmblystone14, 06/15/2013
2009 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I just bought my G8 GT 4 months ago, though I've been looking for one for over a year and a half. I originally wanted one when they were new but they were a little too expensive so I went with a used Grand Prix GXP (big mistake). So far I love this car. I get "nice car" comments weekly, even by my local GM/ex-Pontiac dealer who apparently doesn't get to service too many of these. If you are looking for performance and value you really can't beat this. For a new car with this performance you'd easily spend $35k.
Best Car I've Ever Owned
Dan Murphy Jr., 05/04/2017
updated 11/05/2018
2009 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2009 G8 V6 exactly 2 years ago with 30,000 miles on it, and traded in a 2006 Acura TL 6-spd. I was initially concerned about the automatic transmission of the G8 taking the fun out of driving, but I was very wrong. Even with an auto trans, the G8 accelerates very well, handles like a dream (minimal oversteer), and shifts smoothly in normal and sport driving modes. I detail cars, so I keep mine pristine all the time; and I've received more compliments for this car than my previous 4 cars combined. Pontiac did a great job with the exterior styling modification of the Holden Commodore platform. I've put 25,000 miles on the G8 in 2 years and haven't run into any major issues, just basic maintenance and cleaning. Although I love the way it drives and the exterior styling, the interior is less than impressive. Cheap plastic, a crappy Blaupunkt audio system, and low-budget red graphics leave a lot to be desired. Aside from the interior, it's been a fantastic vehicle, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a full-size sporty sedan on a budget.
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One of a kind... High performance luxury 4-door
hotrodder2011, 01/14/2011
2009 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The 2009 Pontiac G8 GT is a great daily driver with the added fun of American muscle & European handeling. The car is very fast, as expected with GM's legendary 6.0l V8, packing 361 hp & 385 ft lbs of torque, maited to a 6 speed automatic. The comfort inside is great. Fully adjustable heated leather seats, dual zone climate control, plenty of legroom in all 4 seats, lots and lots of buttons everywhere, how can you go wrong? With a good set of snow tires, this car has zero trouble getting through winter. You can drive this car year round with no trouble. I am very pleased with it and it puts a smile on my face every time I get behind the wheel.
Great sports car with room inside
anchorage, 05/10/2013
2009 Pontiac G8 GT 4dr Sedan (6.0L 8cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
2009 G8 GT owned 2 months 19K miles 6' tall 250 lbs male (me) This a great sports car. I bought it after buying and then having to sell an Audi S4 (I can't use a manual due to a bad knee). The G8 is very fast and has a great automatic transmission. The seats are great and the interior is large enough for adult people who are larger than a size medium, unlike most sporty cars. Factory autostart has a range of about 25 feet line of sight. This car would be perfect if it had 2 inches more ground clearance, AWD, and better visiblity.
GREAT CAR (EVEN IN V6 FORM)
Jerome, 12/08/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
For the last 6 months I would see a slate gray G8 GT parked in the same spot on my way from work everyday. Each time my head would turn 90 degrees to look at it every time I passed by it. I went to a dealer who said that they did not have anymore G8's left. I went expecting to buy a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. When I got there they had (1) G8 Sedan left displayed on the showroom in Liquid Red. My wife and I took it for a test drive and immediately fell in love with the performance & handling of this car. I've had it for a month now and have been driving with it in sportshift mode and learning how to drive using the the Tapshift. Fun factor increases 10 fold in these modes even in V6 form.
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