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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Solstice, so we've included reviews for other years of the Solstice since its last redesign.
2009 GXP Coupe
Chris, 06/25/2019
updated 06/25/2020
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2dr Coupe (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The 2009 GXP Coupe was only built for one year. I have had mine for six years and love it. It does however have its flaws as do all solstices i.e. both door handles broke, heating actuator failed twice, gas cap needed replacing, the turn signal lever failed, and the thermostat needed replacing. However, as I live in the Phoenix, AZ area the engine is subjected to considerable heat in the summer many times over 115 degrees in the afternoon. I have 47,000 miles on it and it is now broken in. The gas mileage went up by two mpg when it reached 40,000 miles and it runs much smoother now. The automatic transmission still clunks at times when downshifting from third to second but it doesn't seem to hurt anything. I owned a 2007 solstice and drove it over 100,000 miles with a clunking transmission without any serious mechanical problems other than the usual door handle and heat actuator problems. I am getting 40,000 miles to the OEM tires. The hard top is quiet and doesn't creak unless its very cold in the mornings, once warm it is quiet. The air conditioner is excellent and cools instantly. The battery lasted five years in the AZ heat which may be a record. Overall it is a great car with a lot of power. However, I keep the electronic nannies on all the time as it is a bit wild with everything turned off. Even with everything turned on it is a real handful in the wet, that just makes it perfect for Arizona. One other note I am just over 6 feet and I have two inches of clearance in the vehicle, more than I had in the 2006 Solstice. I also had to replace the two variable valve timing solenoids but they were only $35 each and very easy to install. It took ten minutes to complete. Because it is a simple car without any electronic screens, cameras, or high tech safety addons there is a lot less that can go wrong. You never have to pull the engine to fix anything.
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Solstice for Singles
Terry East, 01/16/2019
updated 01/19/2021
2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is a sports car. It's small and fast, holds the road very well and gets above 30mpg most of the time. It is not a family car, it has very little storage either in the trunk (that's where the convertible top folds away) or inside the cabin. But it is fun to drive to work every day and I also take weekend trips in it. There are a lot of small plastic parts on the car that are starting to break. Mostly connectors that hold all the control pieces for the top in place. So after a year, nothing much has changed. Car is still fun to drive and still too small to carry a lot of gear. During this year I've had to replace my top when the back glass came loose. Other than that, no problems noted. Another year gone by and still fun to drive. I love watching the turbo boost gauge spin up! Had to spend close to $2k for a brake control module, brake flush and new battery this year. Had intermittent TSP and ABS lights coming on. It's fixed now and working just fine. Update for 2020: I had Dave at DDM install the brace package and do his tune upgrade. Very easy to work with him. I stayed nearby and the car was ready the next day. What a blast to drive now! And on the way home from that trip I got a error light. I think it was stability. Turned out to be the Steering Wheel Position Sensor.Another $800 in repairs. And in the late summer it started getting higher than usual temps. Had to replace some cooling circuit unit. Almost $1800 there. These cars aren't cheap to have manitenance done on them!
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Gene, 10/11/2009
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
The car is more than I exspected. Fun to drive has the power and the sound of a true sports car and its American made. Driving it gives you a relaxed mind set. I don't know about the car turning heads as you go by I'm enjoying it to much!
Solstice GXP love affair.
edgar robertson, 08/03/2009
2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This car is very well received at any local show and shines, and parades, that I have entered it in. I have never found that lowering the top is a problem. And, I routinely complete the task, in 15 seconds. Raising it is only slightly more time consuming, requiring 28-30 seconds. The power window switches could have been better placed. I would have preferred wind up windows, and side pockets. The cup holders, I really could care less. A bigger trunk, would be a great help for weekend touring. But with some creative packing, two can go on a weekend cruise. I also, do not require A/C in a roadster, and would have appreciated the weight savings, and possible extra horse power. Stereo 1st class!
AWESOME
Tari, 10/16/2009
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2dr Convertible (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 5M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
After a summer of not enough time to drive this incredible machine I am sad to say I am taking it to the dealership to have it buffed out, oil changed and tuck it in for the salty months in WI. This car is what you want it to be.. pedal to the boards and 10mpg or out on the interstate getting 40 mpg. I had the power up pkg added and will never regret it. The GXP model is def worth the little extra. My other half just got the 2010 Camaro he ordered so now we're a transforming couple! LOL He got the 426 hp SS...it goes without saying an incredible car that doesn't disappoint, accept finding a place to really open it up!