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Replying to: captain2 (Mar 19, 2008 11:13 am) Judging by the interior I would say absolutely. The driving dynamic will most likely be more weighted to the sporty end than lux, but that is the case with most Nissans. I must say I am curious about other things such as FE, interior space and of course pricing. I would think this vehicle all loaded up may be only a tad under 40K. As for the CVT and possible TS issues, the only way to find out is to wait until they hit the lots and drive one. |
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Replying to: captain2 (Mar 19, 2008 12:08 pm) |
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I am really looking forward to the Pontiac G8. It seems like a great car, with all the power, handling capabilites, and comfort you could want. Plus the styling is great in my opinion. Watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJC0nzzm4xk (Great commercial too)
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Replying to: tncarman (Mar 19, 2008 12:41 pm) I'll have to wait till I get home to view the clip on YouTube...firewall here blocks it.
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Replying to: allmet33 (Mar 19, 2008 12:45 pm)
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Replying to: captain2 (Mar 19, 2008 1:18 pm) From all the reviews I read, the G8 is really a poor man's 5-series and on the other hand the 300C/Charger is just a muscle car with 4 doors.
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| There's a picture in the current issue of 'Automobile ' magazine taken from above showing the G8 and 5 Series side by side. The resemblance is uncanny. A perfect example of "Design 101's" adage: Form follows function. | |
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Replying to: louiswei (Mar 19, 2008 1:49 pm)
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an interesting question since both manufacturers are coming out with similar 'efforts' at a 'poor man's BMW - which company is perceived to make a better car and therefore might stand a better chance of succeeding with it? IMO, probably Pontiac and not because of quality perceptions - more like that Pontiac is generally accepted as a source of performance cars (the numbers would indicate that the Pontiac V8 should blow the doors off of the Genesis) , whereas I think Hyundai has got a battle on its hands in terms of quality and/or performance car perceptions.
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Replying to: captain2 (Mar 20, 2008 5:59 am) The Genesis OTOH is trying more to be a luxury car that happens to be fast. Until proven otherwise I don't think this car will be a handler. In the 3.8 form will be plenty fast and would think FE #s in the 18/28 range. As for the V8 they will sell some, but I will be willing to bet the 3.8 is the volume model. As for quality perceptions I would say Hyundai and Pontiac are about equal here..... which to say isn't that great.
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