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Ultimate Sleeper
sleepercity, 11/19/2012
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Love this car. Was looking for a toy and almost went with a Vette, but have always loved sleepers (cars that 'surprise' without looking like they should). So much fun and the expressions are priceless, although not usually around to see them unless I catch a light further up the road. My overpowering thought when I leave someone in the dust is 'google it. G8GXP'. Sooo much fun, yet very drivable and comfortable on the road. Best MPH on a trip is just under 25, but like others have said, 'who cares'. BTW, I have the 6 speed manual. The drop down wouldn't let me choose.
See ya!
Nick, 09/28/2010
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
My GXP is a garage queen. 3000 miles after 15 months. BUT it has been slightly modified. Kooks headers, Vararram cold intake, cat delete, SLP supercharger, engine tune and trans tune. It is simply the greatest sleeper ever. A 4 door sedan that can blow just about anything off the road! If you like 500 HP at the rear wheels, this is the way to go. Keep in mind Fly wheel HP doesn't tell the whole story! All these inflated HP numbers are at the Fly Wheel. They made me rate fuel economy. WHO CARES? At this performance level and low miles driven, it does not matter.
4 door Vette
2009 GXP, 11/12/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought a used 09 GXP for 32.7k with 5600 miles. Hot White with black & red leather. 6 speed manual. Added Corsa exhaust already and sounds great, much deeper and burbly. Love the car! Really fun to drive, and you never see one and I live in Houston. Have had zero issues so far. Car feels solid & unlike some I really like the stereo. It's not as clear as some, but the windows down I can be driving 60 and still hear very clear. No one has messed with me yet. I have people all the time ask me about the car and what it is. They can't believe the engine specs. You pop the hood and tell them the battery is in the trunk and they laugh. At my age 42, wife asked if I was having a mid-life.
What a Beast!
David P., 03/27/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had a G8 GT before this one, what a difference. The G8 should be the model that all other GM cars should follow. It seems like the Aussie's are the one's who are keeoing there end of the deal. People want more than just trucks and SUV's. Sure the fuel economy isn't the greatest, but let's be resonable here, it's a 6.2 litre! You have to pay to play. I put an air intake (RotoFab), aftermarket exhaust (Borla) and some SLP headers and that made a huge difference. This car is very responsive to performance upgrades, especially intake and exhaust. If you want a car that will give you a serious kick in the pants for a great value (0% financing, factory pricing), this is your car.
Get One If You Can
GXP_CraZy, 03/17/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
It was definitely worth the wait. This is the best performing car for the money out of the box. Great road trip car and when you get tired of cruising, grip the wheel and mash the pedal. If you can latch on to one you won't be disappointed. An aftermarket exhaust really wakes the beast and gives it a much more respectable tone.
You best be "Holden" on for this ride
Gary, 04/21/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Ok, all humor aside, this is a great car. It's fast, nimble, quiet, does what it does better than anyone else, for half the price, and I can't believe how many people ask me about it. This is quite an experience, sort of like dancing with the hottest person at the dance, and knowing you're definitely being envied. It's a very great car, which goes a long way to show that GM does it right, too bad most people don't realize just how well they do it. I love this car, it's easy to drive, simple in execution and delivery. What an AMAZING machine!
Get out of my way
thebigb, 04/28/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Oh my goodness, what a fast car! Last car I owned which even came close to the speed in this car was a 1986 Corvette. This car is truly a 4 door Corvette. Looked at a CTS with DI, but this baby was the one. No contest. I have no problem with GM folding Pontiac, it only made my GXP worth more down the line. This car should have been on sale 4 years ago and GM would not be in the trouble they are today.
Incredible and now rare beauty!
Leviathan, 05/04/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Just over a week adn 200 miles on my new 2009 G8 GXP in MGM with a A6. From the great 6.2l V* to the remarkable auto 6 speed to the surpsingly good sound system, this car does not disappoint. I will be able to really enjoy the car once I get through the self control testing initial break in period. I must control my right foot!!!
Mustang Killer
Extender32, 05/30/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had bought a fusion orange G8 GT just last year but but after learning about the demise of Pontiac, I thought it was time to upggrade to the GXP. The car is quick (about as quick as my 06' GTO)and the exhaust note is super too when you mash the petal. The GT was flawless for the 10,000 miles and the fuel mileage was acceptable (24 MPG to/from work). I don't expect that there will be any problems with the GXP either.
Mine is actually a Manual
Clay Garland, 06/08/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Stunning car. I was in the market for a new car, and I was shopping at the Nissan dealership because I loved my G35. Next door, there was a Pontiac dealership, and I remember being enamored with the the styling of the G8, but when I had first seen them they weren't available in a manual which is a deal breaker. Well, the GXP was out, and it was available in a six speed, and it was incredible. I walked out of the dealership with the new car that day. It was White, and traditionally, I'd never have purchased a white car, but I didn't care. This was the beauty with the beats under the bonnet.
WOW WOW
JOE S., 06/24/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had 07 300 SRT8, 05 CTS-V, The best car for the money hands down...sold both cars in search of the best of all worlds...AND I FOUND IT IN THE G8 GXP.....love this car....
WOW!!!! Sit back and hold on!!
Nick, 08/12/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I think I got the last one in the midwest. Whatever, I think there were only 1823 built. Still working on that one. This car is ridiculous, a 3900 lb. car 0-60 in 4.5? Yes. I'm 55, this is the best, most fun car I have ever owned, and I've owned some, from corvettes to T-bird Super Coupes that were not stock, very fast. This thing is it. Even the Stereo is ridiculous. Oh, by the way, I could care less what the gas mileage is. Wonder what this sucker will bring at the Mecum Auction in 15 years when all the muscle cars are gone????
Best Car I've Ever Driven/Owned
RWD-V8, 08/19/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After quite a bit of research, I purchased a slate blue, G8 GXP with a manual transmission. It's truly a Corvette for a family of five. It has more space, the same or better performance and is more fun to drive then an M5. I'm not interested in tons of electronics that will only fail and cause problems. This car is such fun to drive, I will never sell it. The fuel economy is great for the power/performance level. I get 20-22 mpg in mixed driving with the manual trans!
G8 GXP - The 4-door Corvette
pokerfred68, 10/13/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best vehicle owned to date. Well beyond expectations. Bad idea for GM not to continue to offer this in the US. Want one bad enough...go to Australia. M5 killer for half the price. Also have a 2009 Vette with same engine...G8 can almost keep up! Only regret: no offer of an in-dash nav. This is one of the top 5 sport sedans in the world...bar none...regardless of price. At 415 hp, it's only $100 per pony. Glad to have one of the very few GXP's sold...hopefully a collector for the future.
Mid life crisis
Mid life crisis, 11/14/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought a 2009 g8 gxp. Live in Houston n couldnt find any where. Found on eBay. Hot white with red n black interior. 6 speed. Wife asked if was going through mid life crisis. Fast loud with Corsa exhaust n very fun to drive. I really like stereo n love 6 speed n 2nd or 3rd gear. Very big car. Handles like a go-cart. Love no one else has. I have seem one silver gt. That is it. Love car. Very fast. I always have people ask what car is. No one has yet to try n race me. They know.
G8 GXP ROCKS!
spaycace, 12/24/2009
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drive my car 60 miles one way to work daily, and I'm glad I saved the 25 grand more that I would have spent on a CTS-V! This car is a 4-door Corvette & is more than FUN to drive! I race/beat "ponies" and Camaros as well. Tried to get a vette to race me, but the driver simply wouldn't do it. With a few mods/tweaks, this car has more power & is faster than a base vette, and ANY mustang, even the over- priced supercharged one! I LOVE this car! The traction control works AMAZINGLY well considering the power. MPG is acceptable, but then again, didn't buy it for economy. The best mpg I've seen is 22.8, but the car isn't broken in with only 8500 miles. BUY one if you can find one!
Hot Tamale
Addie Ward, 09/14/2016
updated 03/15/2018
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a one owner liquid red garage kept vehicle. It is driven less than 50 miles per week. New tires, Interior and exterior new condition. Showroom condition.Car has only been hand washed.
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One of the best cars ever made
GGJr, 02/24/2022
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is one of the best cars ever made. Great body lines with an aggressive front/rear end that stands out among the crowd & the 6.2 Ls3(corvette engine) packs major power for a N/A engine. And the suspension is tuned and feels great! I highly recommend this fantastic car that flew under the radar! A+
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Love it but lacks common features
costeld, 06/02/2012
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 18 people found this review helpful
Fast, comfortable and smooth ride on poor roads. Very quite cabin. Responsive steering. Good brake performance. Very supportive seats. Distinctive styling. Solid clutch and transmission. Good consistent power. Nice exhaust note. Head turner (thats a Pontiac?).