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And i pretty much wont consider the g8 gt a proper sports sedan, until they offer it with a manual transmission. Roadkill roadkill garage dirt every day hot rod garage adam carolla goes racing engine masters best driver s car week long road to. This premium product is the best way to go for those looking for the highest quality replacement that offers supreme levels of quality. Pontiac g8 2008, replacement headlight by replace, nsf certified. The g8, a rebadged holden commodore, was released in early 2008 for the 2008 model year in the united states, and in 2008 for the 2009 model year in canada. To those of you whove eagerly awaited the launch of pontiac s superhot, australiasourced 2008 g8 sport sedan, were pleased to announce the following. For stopping power, the g8 gt braking system includes vented discs abs at the front and vented discs at the rear. It is really a great car for cruising and vacations, smooth all around ride, huge interior room and a lots of trunk space. In this application it has an output of 402 bhp 408 ps300 kw of power at 6000 rpm, and maximum torque of 545 nm 402 lb. The 2008 pontiac g8 will be available in dealerships early next year. Pontiac g8 production information from gm canada pontiac. The 2008 pontiac g8 gt sedan offers the performance and exhilaration of a sports car with the convenience of seating for 5 occupants, four doors, a usable backseat, and a decentsize trunk. The v6 engine in the g8 makes 256 horsepower and uses a fivespeed automatic with driver shift control.

Research the 2008 pontiac g8 at and find specs, pricing, mpg. We have 36 pontiac g8 gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 22 1owner cars, and 48 personal use cars. Fresh off its big debut as a concept car at the 2007 chicago auto show, the 2008 pontiac g8 production vehicle will stray from the concept only in its higher ground clearance and smaller tires. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2008 pontiac g8 4dr sdn gt at u. The g8 was pontiac s first fullsize car since the bonneville and the gto coupe last sold in 2006. The pontiac g8 gxp is a 4 door saloon sedanbodied car with a front mounted engine powering the rear wheels. The pontiac g8 is a rearwheel drive sedan that was produced by holden in australia, and then exported to the united states, where it was sold by pontiac. It has the wear and tear you would expect on a 12 year old car, but overall is in good shape. Start of production late 2007 dealer availability early 2008 models base v6, gt v8 bodystyle 5passenger sedan drive configuration rear wheel drive construction bodyframe integral, 2side galvanized, high strength. Read the complete first test of the 2008 pontiac g8 gt by the automotive experts at motor trend. Jun 01, 2008 car and driver offers exclusive car comparison tests. A gxp model beats even that with an ultrahighperformance v8 borrowed. Dont know why it took me so long to take a test drive video with my 2008 pontiac g8 gt, but here it is. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos.

Get specs on 2008 pontiac g8 from roadshow by cnet. Pontiac g8 gt performing a top speed run to see what this, arguably the greatest pontiac ever built, is capable of achieving in completely stock trim. Allnew for 2008, the australianbuilt pontiac g8 is based on a sporty rearwheeldrive platform and comes powered by either a v6 or, in gt trim, a powerful v8 engine. A bmw impersonator from down under shakes up the widetrack franchise. The pontiac g8 gxps engine is a naturally aspirated petrol, 6. If its ever revealed, we ll be even bigger fans of the pontiac g8 st. Gas fuel tank door stuck cant open the door to put fuel in my car. There are a number of v6 luxury cars that get 12 better mileage than the g8 gt with far less power and torque.

Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of pontiac g8 gt aut. Handsome styling, great motor with fine response, excellent 6speed automatic transmission. This vin has remote start, and is a first 888 has the dash logo to prove it. The agenda includes the g8 sedan and, the industry trades claim, a. My 2008 g8 gt has lukewarm heat on passenger side and no. The 2008 pontiac g8 handles excellently, yet rides comfortably, offers remarkable built quality and extensive safety equipment, and simply looks the business. Confirming its commitment to style and performance, pontiac introduced a show car version of an allnew, rearwheeldrive performance sedan at the chicago auto show. A base model came with a v6, but most buyers opted for the gt model with the 361horsepower 6.

If more than one driver will be piloting this car, that might. By december 2008, the rear wheel drive g8 had not become. Search preowned 2008 pontiac g8 gt listings to find the best local deals. The v6 comes with a fivespeed automatic transmission and the v8 gets a sixspeed automatic with manual shift mode. Used 2008 pontiac g8 from mint auto sales in orlando, fl, 32809. Like the holden commodore ve ss, the g8 gt gets a 6. Read the complete first test of the 2008 pontiac g8 gt by the automotive. The pontiac g8 is a sporty, powerful fourdoor that didnt stick around long. American market in 2008, where it replaced the pontiac bonneville. Recaro top product for gt and touring car sport to fia 88551999 the recaro pro. Damage to a component of the main structure of the vehicle. V6, which makes 256 horsepower and 248 poundfeet of torque. In 2008, pontiac decided to use its holden connection again.

Most passenger sedans these days come with frontwheel drive as a standard feature. The 2009 pontiac g8 gxp is just the sort of fourdoor corvette americans. With our huge selection of racing, sport, and custom seats you can upgrade the look and feel of your 2008 pontiac g8. By december 2008, the rear wheel drive g8 had not become the expected sales replacement for the previous frontdrive models, with 11,000 unsold g8s in the inventory and just,000 sold. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Just as pontiac introduces the g8 sedan, the kind of car gm has needed to come up. The g8 model is a sedan car manufactured by pontiac, with 4 doors and seats, sold new from year. Gm broomed the redface gauges of the 2008 model, all 2009s having. The g8 was a bit flashier than the gto and offered more engine options to fit more budgets. Used 2008 pontiac g8 gt for sale with photos cargurus.

Furthermore, if you actually look at the mileage on the g8 gt you will see its only slightly worse than the g35. Do you think g35 sales will collapse when gas gets more expensive. A condition where the automaker buys back the car due to warranty defects. The g8 is built on the new zeta platform and will replace the grand prix, though it is smaller than that car and its direct competitor, the dodge charger. The lease on her 2005 bmw 330i is up at the end of this month, and i highly recommended that she at least test drive a new g8 gt before leasing another bmw. The new 2008 pontiac g8 sport sedan will come in two models, g8 and g8 gt. Search from 34 pontiac g8 cars for sale, including a used 2008 pontiac g8, a used 2008 pontiac g8 gt, and a used 2008 pontiac g8 gt w premium package. The agenda includes the g8 sedan and, the industry trades claim, a forthcoming. You need all your lights to be functional for safe driving, to see the road and be seen by other drivers. Gts, the gxps most direct australian ancestor, the top g8 uses the 415hp.

It was a car which rivaled or exceeded the performance and handling. Features and specs for the 2008 pontiac g8 gt including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drive train and more. The g8 gxp was also the most powerful muscle car pontiac ever built. I have owned the g8 for almost 9 months now, and i still love it.

The worst complaints are lights, accessories interior, and cooling system problems. It features a stiffer suspension, limited slip differential, and larger wheels than standard g8 sedan, which allows it to take corners at amazing speeds. Afm would have dropped engine output by about 20 horsepower, says gm, landing the gxp too close to the 361hp g8 gt to merit the nearly. The g8 was pontiacs first fullsize car since the bonneville and the gto coupe last sold in 2006. Detailed features and specs for the used 2008 pontiac g8 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more.

Find out 2008 pontiac g8 gas mileage, horsepower, cargo space and more. Stock tire sizes are 245 45 on 18 inch rims at the front, and 245 45 on 18 inch rims at the rear. The headliner is now dropping down and will need repair. The worst complaints are rattling noise on startup, engine, and engine and engine cooling. Pretty much a typical gm vehicle meaning it runs great but the interior is starting to fall apart after 8 years. Full size sedan with rear wheel drive, plenty of power, and can easily be modified for more. The g8s familycar bloodline is evident from inside. This time around, it used the ve commodore as a basis. Two of the speakers have blown and i cut the wire to those to prevent speaker rattle. We have already tested the v8engined gt, which provides serious. We count the 2008 pontiac g8 gt as another all star in gms arsenal of new products, and like the cts did for cadillac, the enclave did for buick and the malibu did for chevy, it instantly. The g8 show car unveiled at the chicago auto show is representative of the production gt model, including use of the 362horsepower 270 kw 6.

In this edition of muscle car milestones, well take a look at the 2008 2009 pontiac g8 gt and gxp. For the first time in more than 20 years, pontiac finally had a true muscle car sedan. Both are fine gearboxes, but for a vehicle that aims to put driver enjoyment. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Engine masters best drivers car week long road to monterey put up. But even so, the poundperhorsepower index comes up short versus the g8s. Car and driver offers exclusive car comparison tests. For the first time in more than 20 years, a rearwheeldrive pontiac performance sedan will be seen on the streets of north america, as the allnew 2008 g8 arrives in dealerships. Until they do, however, the company is tinkering with a pontiac g8 gt. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2008 pontiac g8 sedan 4d gt.