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michael where did ye hear that the GXP version will get gas guzzler tax? If it's only available with 6-speed, i doubt there will be a guzzler tax. If there's a GXP with automatic, OK, I'd believe a guzzler tax for that one! If you are considering an automatic GXP, just give in now to "THE PRIUS HAPPENING".. OK, just kidding - any of you can buy a GXP automatic and I promise not to remind you more than once per month how much you wish you had got the stickshift.
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Replying to: elias (Jun 25, 2008 12:18 pm) The rest of the article can be found here.
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Replying to: michael1973 (Jun 25, 2008 2:26 pm) Regards, OW
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Replying to: circlew (Jun 26, 2008 3:17 am) I'm debating the following cars next winter/spring: G8 GT G8 GXP 2002ish 911 C4 Have to see how it works out moneywise etc. -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Jun 26, 2008 6:19 pm) Good luck and happy hunting! Regards, OW
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Replying to: circlew (Jun 27, 2008 3:52 am) -mike |
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I think the G8 should be the model car that Pontiac uses to create future models of their line up. It looks very sharp, classy. The overall look is quite simple, but that is what makes it look so nice. It is the fact that it does not look overdone and laid out very well. The newer design on the grills and lights look more upscale than before. I believe the darker gray, white are the best colors of the G8. The interior is more upscale, and seems to have a better fit and finish. Even without the leather interior, it looks great. Although, about the same size as its competitors, I know that it is sport sedan, but offering a high performance 4cyl, would be a great option, only since the gas prices have gone up so much. Many sedans of this size offer this, and I feel more would opt for this option, while get some performance, and economy. I would totally get the 4cyl on this car if they offered it. But, again it is target more for the sport enthusiast. If the option was there, I think it would sell more, and after all this car had a debut when the economy is not so hot. I am just thinking realistically. Hopefully they will sell successfully at this time. |
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jun 29, 2008 2:52 pm)  I'm not sure a 4cylinder engine can push a 4000lb vehicle. -mike
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Replying to: paisan (Jun 29, 2008 3:14 pm) Regards, OW |
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jun 29, 2008 2:52 pm) I know that if they offered it, I would opt for the 4cyl, and still be able to drive a sporty looking ride. I would be curious to see how many buy the car and then eventually see how it affects their gas budget. The G8 really isn't too much more expensive than its competitors. All I know is, I think it possible to do, unless Pontiac knows that is only going to produce a certain number per year, not making the G8 a car you see everywhere. However, having just leased my G6, I would love to test drive a G8, and possibly should have gotten numbers on that, but with it being new, no budging or sales on the car unlike the G6 where I got nearly 2,500 off the price. I am happy for now, but for us car people, there are always other cars we have our eye on. If I had it my way, I would trade about every year, I would be okay with that. Why not... The G8 is certainly going in the right direction, with competition so high now. Although my next car will be some kind of hybrid technology. I have an 08 G6, hopefully Honda/Acura will offer a TSX or Accord with the option.
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