Is the 2008 Pontiac Solstice a good car?
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How do people like the 2008 Pontiac Solstice?
Consumer ratings and reviews are also available for the 2008 Pontiac Solstice and all its trim types. Overall, Edmunds users rate the 2008 Solstice 4.5 on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Edmunds consumer reviews allow users to sift through aggregated consumer reviews to understand what other drivers are saying about any vehicle in our database. Detailed rating breakdowns (including performance, comfort, value, interior, exterior design, build quality, and reliability) are available as well to provide shoppers with a comprehensive understanding of why customers like the 2008 Solstice.
Review
My wife and I where looking for a little 'mid-life crisis' fun - we are both in our early 50's. I had previously owned a 1974 Fiat Spider in my youth, so we looked at used re-conditioned Spiders - while from a nostalgia stand point it seemed fun, it wasn't practical - too many modern bells and whistles missing. We came across the Solstice on at a used sports car dealer with a good reputation - in really well kept shape and low mileage for a 2008 (30k) and attractive price. Very happy with it - we didn't need top end performance , but it is sporty, turns heads and a fun weekend play 'toy'. Stowage for gear isn't the greatest, but we can get what we need in it for an extended weekend get-away - a small duffle bag, camera and a couple of lens. Well worth the price we paid, decent gas mileage and alot of fun.
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What options are available on the 2008 Pontiac Solstice?
Available Pontiac Solstice 2008 Submodel Types: Convertible, GXP
Available Trims: Base, GXP
Exterior Colors: Cool, Aggressive, Mysterious, Sly, Deep, Envious, Mean, Pure
Interior Colors: Ebony leather, Ebony cloth, Steel/Sand leather
Popular Features: Aux Audio Inputs, Soft Top, Power Driver Seat, Hardtop, Trip Computer, Stability Control, Alarm, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Post-collision safety system, Tire Pressure Warning, Bluetooth
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded, premium unleaded (required), premium unleaded (recommended)
Drivetrains: rear wheel drive
