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Refined Muscle Car Defined (2006 GTO)
Tom Miller, 02/07/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Love my '06 GTO. Truly a refined modern muscle car with comfort. I now have 64K miles on my black/black Goat (have both factory options: 18"wheels and 6-Speed manual trans). First thing I did was replace the stock shifter with a HURST billet short throw unit (chrome flat handle/black knob). Other upgrades include a VOLANTE Cold-air intake, Magnaflow cat- back exhaust system, 180 degree TStat, E3 Sparkplugs, MSD plug wires, Royal Purple synthetic lubricants throughout and Diablosport tuning. The original 400HP/400TQ is estimated to be about 445HP/450Torque. Current best fuel efficiency is 28.51 MPG at 75mph sustained on a 1,360 highway trip. I average 19-20 city and 25-26 highway!
An honest assessment
tim, 07/04/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
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.
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takes your breathe away
airf15692526, 06/28/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
styling is awesome, and the comfort and ease of driving , and when you see the open road you are in comand, it gives you a feel of freedom and excitement at the same time ,
best GTO yet
Jim Colaianni, 10/19/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've owned many 60's & early 70's muscle cars. The 2006 GTO is the fastest cart I've driven.
What a Car!!!!
GTOgirl, 12/03/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is an unbelievable machine. It never ceases to amaze me with its power. The drive is just plain awesome. The 6-speed manual is a must. Just a few practicality cons, only because I use it for an everyday vehicle (which by the way I highly recommend). Access to the back seat is pretty close to impossible, in the rain the car is all over the place (which adds to the fun but takes away safety), and the trunk barely has room for groceries. But let me tell you I'd much rather have that engine than trunk space. It's such a monster. Better snatch 'em up while you can. Unless the decide to re-release at a later date, the 2006 is the last model.
A Total Monster !
MW, 04/01/2018
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Purchased 06 SRM 6 speed, two months ago, has Headers, Corsa’s, just Loud, Fast, and Kick Ass....exactly what you want from a Muscle Car....19” wheels, Nittos, handles well, what is not to like....get em while you can at a reasonable price, will only go up and up in value.
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You really do want one!
Bdav, 04/16/2017
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
2nd 2006 6sp I have had, 1st bought in 08 with 6k miles and drove every day for 6 yes until drunk driver totaled it @95k miles. Took a couple months to find another, had 23k miles. Have had muscle cars for most of my life (chevelle SS, cuda, coronet 440, mustang, and corvette) all either late 60's or early 70's and these GTO's have been the most fun to drive. Great, torque filled motor, solid trans, handles well, motor sound that will turn heads stock, and a very comfortable interior with what u need and not much else. Trunk space is small but so what. Back seat is tough to get in and out of, but again this is not designed as a BMW 5 series replacement. Perfect car, no.......until u get in and punch it. More fun than the law should allow. Maint costs are higher for many reasons but again, this is a muscle car, not a drive to get groceries car.......sure makes getting groceries fun though. Most underrated used car on the market, glad young kids don't know much about them, more power than inexperienced can handle. Few made, fewer left....future collector gem.
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lic plate..Bcnyea
b_cnyea, 11/01/2011
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
06 GTO A4 Cyclone Gray 6.0. When i was younger i helped restore my dads 67 rag top black on black..them wore the days! He let me take it to prom and every other Friday i got to drive it to school!! took the long road back home after school :) and now i got one of my own,hope fully i can keep it for many years and my son and i can restore it when its time.But for now its the best thing i have ever owned i have many stories to tell my son some day like my dad did with me his back seat has more room lol and when your 6'1 their is not much room in mine haha! its a fun car to drive and own and drive..keep it between the white lines!!
GTO
Dean Wheatley, 10/29/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I needed a sports car with back seats that actually had some performance - and that's one thing this car plenty of: performance. The vette V8 engine is the reason that you buy this car. Fit and finish is good (as good, if not better than the vette) but handling is, unfortunately, nothing to write home about. The suspension setup is a bit too soft and the tires are nowhere near grippy enough to keep traction. With 400 ponies, you need the traction! The stick shift is just awful and the stick shift is just OK (no overdrive ). Despite is many failings, I believe this is the best bang for the buck. Tighter handling than the gt-500 and almost as quick. A bargain!
Wide Open Goat
Sergio A. Ortiz, 05/10/2017
updated 05/04/2020
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Like when it was introduced to the world this car captured gear heads imagination and satisfied the need for speed of those who dared grab the horns of the Goat. In 2004 GM manage to do the same with the introduction of this Australian made monster of a machine, I personally owned a 06 red on red 6.0 beast that gave me all the ponies when I pushed it to 158 mph could have pushed for more as it wasn't even red lining but being the responsible driver I tame the beast back. . Inside I was treated to a plush leather interior, blaupunkt radio with Bose speakers plenty of room to stretch, it does not come with all sorts of gadgets that's why I gave it a 4 star in reliability driving normal tires only last 15 k miles and that's fine by me its a hell of a car it's a drivers car and it made me feel like a kid and gave me a smile every time I flipped that ignition on an all 8 cylinders come alive I would own one again but will never buy a new GM product again as they have shut down Pontiac. Sad day for Pontiac fans who the hell drives a Buick ????????
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GM’s hidden Gem!
GoldenLion, 03/03/2019
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Why own a GTO in 2019! I own a 2006 GTO “aka Holden Monaro” why? Because in GTOs comparable class, Mustangs-Camaros-Challengers- dare I say Corvettes are not 20+K better..GTO WILL do everything just as good or even exceed beyond the latest greatest built tech at a fraction of the cost! Thank-you GM for this hidden gem in the performance world that no one seems to know..Add to fraction of cost few minor bolt on full weight 11.9s 1/4mile runs at track:)
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Amazing car
branj70, 03/26/2012
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 13 people found this review helpful
I have an '06 6-speed in Spice Red and this is by far one of the nicest cars GM could have offered. The interior is as comfortable as a new Cadillac, and very original. NOTHING on the inside was borrowed from any other US GM cars, since it's Holden. The only problems I've had are the junk stock struts and they're not difficult to replace. Also, it's difficult to get replacement parts since you can only get them Australia, otherwise if you find them here in the US, you'll pay through the nose. It's an absolutely amazing and powerful car, just take care of them!!!
Buy a Ford
EJT, 12/08/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 10 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive good performance for the money. This is my second GM product and would buy a Ford next time. Have had a half dozen Fords and never saw the service department. This my second GM and new the service guy at both dealers on a first name basis. 5- weeks of ownership and already have my 3rd service appointment. Similar experience when I purchased a Cadillac Deville. No major problems but lots of small stuff. It s not the problems so much as the inconvenience. All the trips back and forth to the dealer, being late to work cause you have drop of the car and then having to leave early to pick it up.
Refined Muscle Car w Subtance over Style
StealthLS2, 02/08/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Re-introduced in 2004, the GTO early press reviews raved about the driving experience, interior and build quality, but the exterior styling left everyone underwhelmed. Many of us who fondly recalled the GTOs of the muscle car era felt the new version didnt live up to the memory, and sales didnt meet GMs expectations. Oh so many missed a great car. Open the hood and you will find one of the best motors on the planet, the General Motors LS2, a 400 horsepower V8 that can motivate you to 60 in under 5 seconds. Stealth looks combined with the LS2 power plant make for a modern muscle car with capabilities that require you take a deeper look to fully appreciate.
2006 GTO first hand
David, 09/22/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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.
GOAT
Dillon, 09/12/2017
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There's nothing to know. My 2006 GTO has 169xxx miles and runs perfectly. I get between 17 and 24 mpg. I can drive for hours and rarely get uncomfortable. Also, the real reason to buy this car... I have a 400 horsepower LS2 corvette engine, I never loose to any modern muscle cars and can beat some corvettes.
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GTO is awesome
JB, 10/09/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you love HP, you will love this car. It left my AMG55 in the dust!!! My friend just bought a new STI.. NO CONTEST!!! This cars quality and workmanship is one to beat for the price. Sure it doesn't have all the bells and whistles that some luxury cars do, but for the price I am saving on the sticker I can have those things installed, customized, and still beat them on the street and the price. I LOVE THIS CAR!! AND I LOVE DRIVING IT!! IT gets looks wherever I go.. Probably because they hear me coming!!!
Great even as a Daily Driver
John, 04/30/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I drive my GTO daily when I'm in town. Unfortunately the car sits at the local airport 3-4 days per week. The car is perfect for me as a daily driver. It has great power, it's unique in that the GTO is not so plentiful out there that people see them everywhere so they notice it when they do see one, it handles well for the muscle car it is and it's comfortable even for me at 6'4" tall.
Awesome
Mike, 06/17/2017
updated 07/29/2024
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun car to drive. Had the car about 3 years drive it once in a while only a toy. Has 17K miles all original, 6 speed.The shifter should have been better.It shifts fine but spacing is long throw. There is a upgrade for it but too lazy and want to keep it original. Plenty of power and great handling for my needs. Good highway mileage ( about 25 mpg) around town not so good. Best car I ever owned. Update >>> Had about 6 years now. Drive it very little. It only sees nice days and the car is so much fun to drive. Always puts a smile on my face. update>>> 7 or 8 years now. The hydraulic throw out bearing is a common problem. Mine failed.Keep resavoir filled with clean fluid you may avoid the problem. Haven't fixed it yet. Still love the car.
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First performance car!
gto400, 11/21/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
From the day I bought my '06 quicksilver GTO had a smile on my face everytime I get behind the wheel. I like the fact that you do not see one on every corner and get a wave from fellow GTO owners on the road. Averaged almost 25mpg and 400 miles to a tank when I drove from New Mexico to Michigan.
YES!
Austin, 01/29/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I wanted a GTO since they came out in 2004, I finally got one, in an automatic burnt orange. I couldn't be happier with this car. So far I have only put about 100 miles on it in town. It sure does turn some heads. This is pretty much the only sports car I can drive being that I am 6'7" 370lbs. I tried getting in a challenger, and charger, but the center console dugg into my leg in the wrong spot, and the insurance on the SRT8 was ridiculous. Plus the GTO will beat the 50k SRT8 all day long stock to stock. Hell if I put 50k into my Goat, I would have a 1500+hp car. In my opinion the GTO is the best muscle car. If you are looking at on, GET IT, if you have one LOVE IT!
Lots of Muscle
Richard Smith, 10/09/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Going from a 1991 Trans Am GTA to a 2006 GTO is like moving up to the penthouse suite. The GTO embodies raw power and a fun factor that is off the chart. Once you hit the gas in 3rd and 4th gear you had better be strapped in because the car takes off like a rocket; have some fun with a unsuspecting passenger. The ride is much different from other muscle cars, its nimble and handles the road like a mid size sedan. Thank you Pontiac for reviving a legitimate modern day muscle car.
the goat
busyduck, 07/13/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i just bought one of these cars coming out of a toyota supra turbo to this is a different change but i think i like this one a lot more more refined and still has the import build on the vehicle with american muscle with both combined it doesnt get any better than this
garage trophy
yuba4, 03/14/2011
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
bought new in 2006, manual trans. After initial problems with front struts (bad oil from factory), and subsequent front anti-roll bar link failure, car has run well. Its basically an engine with a car tagging along. Shifter rattles. Otherwise, I'm very happy with it. Love the styling and the ride, fuel economy good for a 400HP (typically 22.9 mpg). Low overhang in the back. I added a receiver (for bike rack), and it hits the ground on some driveway exits. Outward visibility is poor, but that's a style compromise. Ingress/egress hampered by low doorway - still hit my head on that. Love the car - probably keep 20 years.
Move out of my way!
gazpipe, 10/15/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my black on black goat in March of 2010. I didn't even drive it, i just started it up. I drove it off the lot and hit the highway from Modesto to Sacramento. The wheels chirp with a touch of the pedal and I love my car and thank God all the time for it. No mechanical problems. My auto shifter did break (the part that pushes in to engage the trans) but I glued with crazy glue. People love to scratch up my back bumper because they're haters and careless. Don't hate, appreciate. Maybe if they save up their money and if there are any left they can have one too. People always say "what! you have a gto!" I say "yes, black on black and I love it", it beats anything on the road!
This Car is a Wolf in Sheep's Clothing
GOAT Dude, 11/22/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
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.
The Great One
douglasrmyers, 12/27/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
GTO is by far the best car I have ever owned. Fast, powerful, comfortable, handles and rides beautifully. There is nothing else like it.
The Great One
PG, 04/27/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have a 6spd manual Spice Red Metallic with the black interior. It was love at first drive. I grew up riding in my uncle's 1968 GTO so when Pontiac came out with this car I knew that some day I had to own one. The torque of the LS2 is something you cannot describe accurately with words and the 6 spd makes it even more blissful. The suspension is adequate but you won't be winning any autocross meets anytime soon. Contrary to what some people may think as far as styling is concerned, the original GTO was nothing more than a dressed up Tempest with a bigger engine so I don't see the big deal with purists wanting a retro looking Goat.
baaaaad ls2 goat
thegovnr, 09/07/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I have a 6 spd manual and I have to say its the best car I've ever owned and I'm putting this against past cars of mine such as 91 mr2 turbo, 96 Impala ss, 95 infiniti g20 and 00 Lincoln ls v8. It rides better than the Lincoln and has more power than the Impala. On one hand it doesn't handle like an mr2 but for what it is its fun to push into the corners and bring out with 400 ft. Lbs ! Sideways. The tires are cheap to replace because of size. Exhaust tone is better sound to me than the very nice 6 disc blaupunkt stereo. Bose should have been the choice on that. Service is easy. With 20k for miles when I bought it for 18k it's a steal ! Avg mpg is 24 and thats from stop and go to 75 mph highway.
Goat-Tastic!
masteropunk, 09/04/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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.
How much can on person smile
sweetface, 01/18/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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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!
Pleasantly surprised
eddie gomez, 09/18/2010
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bang for my buck, endorphin inducer, i'm am very happy with my purchase
Best bang for you buck
Markie629, 02/10/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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!
Too Good to Lose
GTOgirl, 02/07/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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Bought this beast in Mar 06 n then I wrote a review in Dec 06. Since then, I've had a baby and because of the almost impossible feat to get into the backseat (esp holding a newborn) I was forced to sell it. I can't say enough about this car. I'm still unable to find the words to explain how awesome it is. Thick, solid, muscular, fast, sexy, sleek, smooth, low key but at the same time eye catching. Unbelievable
If you didn't get one, you lost out
rag, 06/08/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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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.
Ultimate Sleeper
John Bruning, 06/30/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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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.
Get one before it is too late!
jay baronoff, 06/29/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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Disregard what you hear about the new goat not being "retro" enough and buy one before gm kills it off. I had a 64 gto as a teenager and again about 15 years ago. I have waited a long time for pontiac to do it again and the wait was worth it. The performance and the quality are second to none. I changed the front grilles and spolier to the sport appearance package items. Also bought three sets of the "gto" letters from the '04 trunklid and applied one set on the right rear decklid and two sets on the rear quarter panels, just like the goats of the 60s. Makes a big difference in capuring the gto look. I bought this as a "keeper" to tuck away and drive on sunny days.
great car
jhh, 03/15/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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owned over a year now. had a few bugs to get worked out. r&r a/c conditioner twice, rf wheel hub asbly, paint on one of the rims was peeling,r&r steering wheel crome, door light asbly passenger door, all covered buy warranty. very pleased. i drive the car 2 or 3 times a week. mostly hwy. ave 24 mpg if i keep under 65, it realy likes 75 and 80 mph but then i only get about 18 mpg. i have had 97 trans am and a 00 trans am , just cant compare. the power is so much better in the gto. fit and finish, quality of metireals. it rides better and more room for passengers .
Everybody should have one!
Jam, 10/11/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I have owned a 350Z, Acura, and RX-8. When I traded in my mazda for this car I was a little hesitant, but I am glad that I did. Aside from the power, the car is very confortable and roomy. I feel as though I am driving a cadillac the ride is so smooth. Many have said that the car's looks don't appeal to them, well it looks much better from behind the wheel. I am lucky enough to have gotten a 6-speed and it has been a pleasure. Oh, and by the way it has a 6.0 liter V-8. Enough said. If you are in the market for a practical rocket, this is the way to go.
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Rick Joy, 10/28/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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For the price this is the best handling fastest car I have ever owned. It is a super fun car to drive. With the options available it is really nice looking.
Renesis
RENESIS, 10/24/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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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
The Legend Returns
autopower, 03/27/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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Acquired this car new after turning in an '04 BMW 330 coupe. Definitely great power for the money. It doesn't handle like a BMW or Porsche, but those aren't muscle cars. Got the 6spd manual with the 18" wheels. Average 21 mpg in mixed driving, when I behave. The rear can get sloppy with slight road imperfections or slippery surfaces, but it teaches respect. After over 2 years I still dislike the gearbox, though. I despise the 1 to 4 lock-out in city driving, and it repeatedly pops out of gear. But just one stab at the throttle removes all frustrations. The exhaust note sells the car. It is quiet when you're cruising, but loud when you get into it.
100%
muscle guy, 11/05/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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The body looks similar to other pontiacs, but still remains unique. Not only is it the strongest stock street car, excluding lambo's and what not, but it turns heads too. To make it look a little more hot, i bought front to tail custom work. New front kit, hood, rims,tires, roof,side kit, doors,tint, spoiler, rear kit, exhaust, cold air intake, a chip, QTEC, dyno, tranny, clutch, suspension.... yeah it was plenty of cash and voided the warranty, but who gives when you got a car this hot.
The new Vette
Dacius, 12/09/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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This car is simply amazing. 400 hp and for 30k. There simply is not a vehicle that can come as close. My salesmen said that the car is made in Australia and I am starting to wish I lived in the land down under. The car purrs at idle and growls as you go through the gears. The interior is something you would never expect from a Domestic car. Absolutely perfect car.
Best Car I've Ever Had By Far
Rick Francis, 04/07/2009
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I've got the more rare Impulse Blue Metallic '06 and I love her to death. Aside from a few things breaking (Water Pump went out, Radiator died twice, gas cap lock popping loose) I absolutely love this car. I've had several different Mustangs and once I drove this car I traded in the '94 Cobra I had to get this Lucky To Own car. I am actually designing a custom cold-air intake for mine and I hope to patent it and hopefully have it out for all you other goat lovers to buy at a much cheaper price than K&N intakes. Look for it soon! I've had mine on the 1/4 mile twice and had a huge grin all the way down the track. Especially since I went up against a Mustang GT and won on my first pass.
Goat
BOB, 12/14/2005
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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Great performance; handling on par with european cars; acceleration fierce; excellent interior fit and finish
Fast and Furious
Mr Norm, 11/16/2008
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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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.
2006 Pontiac GTO
Millefune, 12/22/2007
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I purchased my GTO in August 2007. Coming from a supercharged 2000 Honda Accord EX V6, this car's performance really blows me away. I'm still afraid to go full throttle with the traction control turned off. My only complaints are that the interior lighting would have been much better if it were red like the rest of of current day Pontiacs, instead of the green that it is, and that they put wider wheels and tires in the rear. It's just too easy to break traction by depressing the throttle a bit. But for the price of the car, you just can't get as much power and comfort. I love it when people stop and stare at her. I don't know what critics are talking about when they say GTOs don't look good.
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Jon Franken, 01/02/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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I bought the '06, but I wanted one without those ridiculous "nostrils" in the hood. GM says no. Straight line fun all day and all night, gotta love that. I can only assume other reveiwers praising handling have never driven a car that handles. My wife's VW GTI runs rings around this on any corner and my old Subaru STI would embarass it on any road circuit. I love the noise, I love the power, but I'll be spending a lot of money upgrading the suspension using GM Europe parts, adding sat nav and upgrading the stereo. I like the simple styling and, once I get my 2004 hood (no fake nostrils), I think this will be the finest looking coupe on the road.
torrid red
ed hill, 01/10/2006
2006 Pontiac GTO 2dr Coupe (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
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The way the car drives even at slow speeds it great. Most people have no idea what it is at first then the original GTO folks all of a sudden do not care for it.. The aussies did a fine job on the car only gripe is going from a z28 to GTO is the seat does not go low enough but i am fine with it now. The more new style muscle cars the big 3 build the better//