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Great Sports Car
pilot601, 02/21/2015
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
24 of 24 people found this review helpful
After selling my convertible Corvette two years ago I started looking for something to take its place. I found a 2008 Solstice that is white with a black top just like the Corvette was. The Solstice is actually more fun to own and drive. It's sporty, quick and just a fun little car to own. The Solstice has awesome lines and performs like sports cars three times its price.
feel like a kid again
bill45005, 05/28/2013
2008 Pontiac Solstice SCCA SSB Champion Edition 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought this car , a week ago and WOW!!!! I have had my fair share of great fun machines over the years , just to mention a few , 65 GTO convertable , a triumpth gt6, 69 firbird transam,a grifith (289 hi po with webbers etc it was a rocket ship)etc then I went into my big 4 wheel drive phase lol, the last of which was an avalanche 3/4 ton with 8.1 motor, so I have had experance with many hipo machine , but have never had any more fun than this car has given me . it is the scca model 2.4 5 m I bought it for a resonable cost and it only had 7,000 miles on it and gm certified car it is absolutly flawless . The fun I have already had is great ,top is not a big deal to put up or down
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Perfect for a weekend for 2
Carl, 07/13/2015
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
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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Great car with some small irritations
G. Kline, 06/25/2010
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had a base model for over 2 years now. I'm very happy with the performance, handling, and gas mileage. The car is beautiful and I've got some great and interesting compliments on it. It is great fun and I love it, but there are some bad points. As several others have said, the interior design is lacking. No storage space, bad cup holders, the temperature control is one of the worst I've seen (should have been more like my 2000 Firebird). I don't know why people complain about reliability. I have over 60,000 miles already (fun to drive, daily driver)and have had little to no problems. Too bad Pontiac folded, GM needs to keep producing these some how.
First Car
swankytigers, 10/07/2013
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I received this as my first car when I first started driving, and I can honestly say it's been the best car I have ever driven. For 15k, you get an engine that feels just as powerful as a 911. It has very sexy angles that perfect it. Go pontiac!
Finally!
Steve, 09/13/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've been in love with this car months before the first '06 ever hit the road. It was the day before I was to pick up a pre-owned 2008 G6 GT I had just purchased when I was told I just received a pretty substantial pay raise. That was it, it was finally my time!! 4 days later I was driving home my Brazen colored Solstice. I love this car. This car is sexy as hell and IMO blows the Sky away in the looks department. It's a blast to drive and never fails to turn heads. My only regret is I purchased it with only a couple of months of driving days left before it gets put up for the winter. That's ok - between employee pricing and end of season blowout they knocked $5k off the MSRP - what a steal!
I'm in love
pegboy, 02/22/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
My father told me to buy an S2000 and my brother said Miata, so I bought my Solstice. I have never enjoyed driving anything as much as I enjoy taking the top down and cruising in this. It is beautiful, sporty, roomy enough for what I wanted, and most deservingly a head-turner. As for the car critics 'not enough room, interior needs better styling, needs more power and handling,' don't get me started. If it were up to the major critical magazines and publications we would all be driving BMW's and Mercedes anyway. For less than 22K out the door, with rebates and employee pricing, I am fully satisfied and laughing at the Z4's and Kompressors. I think I'm gonna buy my wife the coupe. The top needs no improvement. I timed myself with no help other than my buddy pushing start on the stop watch. 10 seconds to lower the top, 8 to put it back up. Tell me your automatic put-the-car-in-park tops can do that.
Awesomeness Wow!!!
Angela Vega, 03/23/2018
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I found this 2008 yellow convertible soloist a month ago and for a ten yr old car it was perfect for me low miles 49K. I fell in love at first site my husband help me getting it and it's been my dream car it's slots of fun and it's a cool ride I'm a happy owner. So if you are thinking of getting one I say go for it pretty sure you will love it....
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Not Fun
Gene G., 01/25/2010
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
4 of 11 people found this review helpful
I drove this car for two years. Continually took it back to dealer for various leaks. Handled terribly compared to my Miata. Poorly and cheaply constructed. After two years I could see this car could not be relied on for the long haul. I sold it and bought a Honda Civic which is solid reliable, much better milage and handled more like a sports car than the Solstice. Good ridance. Stay away from.
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Danny, 06/22/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love the car and the way it handles. The red is a great color and the car gets a lot of heads turning. I have had so much fun driving this car with top up or down. All around fun to have. Have had no trouble out of this car.
Solstice Advantage
Happy camper, 03/03/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have always been a lover of the Old Vets but have never been able to buy one. The solstice gives me the ability to afford a fun car to drive with out costing me a fortune. I love driving this car and enjoy the looks the people give me when I drive by. There is nothing practicle about this car but that is the reason I bought it. It looks great and is a lot of fun to drive!
Very Satisfied
KyDave, 06/28/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After selling a Honda S2000 over year ago I decided to jump back into the vert world. The Solstice really wasn't in the running until I got the $3000 dollar coupon from my GMCard. I paid just over 16.5k for a brand new '08 with the wheel package, Monsoon radio (a must), and a few other goodies. The car stickered at $26,062. An unbelievable deal and I'm pleasantly surprised with the ride, handling and even the performance of the 2.4 ltr. The fit and finish is great and the materials aren't as cheap as I had expected from a GM product. This may just be the best car deal I've ever made.
I LOVE THIS CAR!!!!!!
lovemysolstice, 10/23/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my new 08 Solstice(base) 5 weeks ago and am loving every minute of it. Most of the reviews list similar negatives which are true, but as for the storage issues, lack of a spare tire, fussy top operation, plasticky interior and ridiculous cupholders, etc..., I would not want any of these items improved if it compromised the beautiful looks or low price of the car. Performance in my base model, while nothing exciting, is adequate. I am 6' 215 lbs and the car is plenty comfortable, although I am wishing I had gotten power windows, due only to the fact that the window crank protrudes in to the area where my left leg rests and is a bit uncomfortable. Did I mention that I love this car?
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happy owner, 10/25/2007
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car! The handling is great, no front end wandering, takes corners like they are not there. The fit and finish are teriffic, I worked in the auto industry for 30+ years and know about fit and finish. Have always driven GM and had two bad cars when GM had the quality issues, but those are gone and the product is now excellant. The styling looks good - we have had comments of "Cool car, Good wheels, Love your car" from teens and adults. You can ride with the top down at highway speed and carry on a conversation, and we do not have the opt. wind screen. With the top up wind noise is non-existent, just the soft rumble of the exhaust. A pleasure to drive!
My First Sports Car
My First Pontiac, 06/18/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Wow, Pontiac has excited me with this car! Its fun to drive and turns heads, all my lady friends want to drive it. As well as it handles and is magnetized to the road its hard to let anyone but me drive it. I purchased the car knowing there wasn't much storage space in it. Didn't buy it for storage anyway, as far as the cup holders, wouldn't care if they were there or not. Glad theres not an ashtray, gives me a reason not to let friends smoke in my car!
So Much Fun!
D Gearbox, 08/09/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I drive a lake road to and from work every day, it's like a road course, this car is the most fun you can have with your clothes on.
Weekend toy
redsol, 04/17/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My wife and I each have one, and they are toys for weekend use. Yes, the guy who placed the switches should be shot, but, in spite of al the complaints from magazine types, we can, with thought, place enough luggage for 2 for a 1 week trip. Just no big bags. There are plenty of storage slots if you look at it, even with the top down. Mileage is way better than EPA says. We get 25 mpg in town on both cars. The top can be a pain, but once you get a system, it's pretty easy. It is a fun car, and handling is great. Took mine to Phx In'tl Raceway's roadcourse and had a blast. yes, the interior design team must have had a party the night before, but the fun factor outweighs the negatives.
2008 Great Car
KAR, 10/31/2007
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The 2008 Solstice is a great car and fun to drive. This year the acoustic headliner, 1 year of OnStar, XM radio, input jacks, are all standard. The handling is also great with the Stabilitrac system. The exterior design is second to none.
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Danny, 05/11/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I just bought the solstice and I love it. The ride and handle is great. The inside a little cramped and the cup holders are in bad locations. Not much storage anywhere so don't go shopping on this car. But over all I love this car.
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ehc, 05/24/2008
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had no problems with my Solstice. The transmission is the only drawback -- stiff to shift and poor choices in gear ratios.
cool
denver jessie, 03/07/2017
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
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fun car go buy one !!!!!!!!!
roy, 03/01/2018
2008 Pontiac Solstice 2dr Convertible (2.4L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
not as safe as a full size car much safer than motor cycle , its a GREAT summer fun car , should be garaged in bad weather .
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