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Sedans Pontiac G8 2008 Pontiac G8
1265 messages, Last post on Jul 21, 2009 at 10:14 AM
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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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Replying to: bvdj84 (Jun 30, 2008 9:08 am) The G8 is 197" long and, I believe, 4100+ pounds (for the GT.) That's a good bit bigger and heavier than those cars.
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Replying to: tayl0rd (Jun 30, 2008 11:08 am) |
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Replying to: tayl0rd (Jun 30, 2008 11:08 am) Absolutely! The Altima 2.5S has a 4 cylinder 170HP engine, and most come with a CVT, which gives the impression of higher power. The same engine with a regular auto in a 4000+ lb auto would probably drive like a dog. |
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| Does anyone know if Pontiac is leasing the G8 or are they going to only allow financing? If they'd offer the leasing, I would totally do it! It is truly an amazing car. I am still going to try to test drive it soon! I would get the white, with black leather with red inserts. I would probably go all out and get the V8 engine. | |
| After test driving the car, I was very impressed with its acceleration, handling, and price. I had recently test drove a BMW 335 with a sticker of $44,000 and can easily see why the G8 can be seen as a less expensive alternative to that car. You lose a little bit on the interior of the G8, but it is $10,000.00 less. Unfortunately once I had the opportunity to sit down and talk lease numbers (39 mos. and 15K miles/yr), I realized that nobody in the world is going to lease this car and I am not going to the be first. With my GM supplier number it was about $2,600 down (taxes, tags, etc.- no cap costs) and $570/month. That's right...$570/MONTH!!! Depreciation and interest rate available on the G8 keep the lease payments pretty close to the 335. If the lease payments are the same, BMW wins this contest without a problem. | |
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