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Re: 09 G8 GT loaded [learjet60]
by zq8
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Apr 19, 2009 (3:52 pm)
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Replying to: learjet60 (Apr 19, 2009 10:15 am)
Did you swap for the Base G8 (V6) wheels or the base G8 GT (V8) wheels ?
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Re: 09 G8 GT loaded [zq8]
by TwoGoldFish
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Apr 20, 2009 (7:54 am)
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Replying to: zq8 (Apr 19, 2009 3:52 pm)
I agree- the base wheels look much better!
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Re: 09 G8 GT loaded [zq8]
by learjet60
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Apr 29, 2009 (6:04 am)
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Replying to: zq8 (Apr 19, 2009 3:52 pm)
I now have Base G8 (V6) 18" wheels on my GT. I did not like either of the GT wheel designs. This was done on my Sport Pkg. equipped car by the dealer who was willing to accomodate me. Therefore, I now have the Sport Metallic Pedals and Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel on my car as part of the Sport Pkg, with the Base G8's 18" wheels and all season tires.
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Firehawk
by phatcobra
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Apr 29, 2009 (7:33 am)
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Thinking about ordering a G8 firehawk, looking for all opinions on this package? not thinking about driving it, just put it up on blocks. I have a GXP and it is my favorite car that i have ever owned. Does anybody think the value of these cars will hold true to the hype?
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Big incentives coming
by whoosierdaddy
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Apr 30, 2009 (7:29 am)
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GM president Fritz henderson said production of the G8 will end in 2009, and GM is "prepared to offer heavy incentives" to get them off dealer lots.
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When is the right time to buy?
by pumpkinfish
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May 15, 2009 (5:31 am)
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I currently have a Mazda3 hatch and want to upgrade to the GT or GXP (1st choice) with the addition of a second child. Should I wait to get a deal or are the dealers starting to move vehicles with all of these GM dealer closings in the news? I am in the Philly area.
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Re: When is the right time to buy? [pumpkinfish]
by pafromfl
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May 15, 2009 (9:58 am)
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Replying to: pumpkinfish (May 15, 2009 5:31 am)
GXPs are scarce, so I'd be surprised if dealers let them go for less than MSRP minus rebates. Waiting for a deal on a GT is less of a gamble if you don't have strong trim and color preferences. To get a bargain, you may need to purchase from very distant volume dealers (who will absorb the inventory of closed dealerships).
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Re: When is the right time to buy? [pafromfl]
by jmiller2032
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May 20, 2009 (2:13 pm)
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Replying to: pafromfl (May 15, 2009 9:58 am)
A high volume dealer in my area quoted me $700 below invoice before I even made an offer. So certainly you shouldn't have to pay anything near MSRP!
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Re: Big incentives coming [whoosierdaddy]
by snd1
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May 21, 2009 (11:18 pm)
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Replying to: whoosierdaddy (Apr 30, 2009 7:29 am)
So... I just saw the 2009 G8 today on my 1st day out looking for a new car (replacing my 2000 Accord) and am considering the V6 version as high performance sport driving is not a priority for me. My main concern is future parts and service given that the Pontiac line is being dropped. (My husband drives a 2007 Solstice). Are there concerns out there amongst you current G8 owners about future parts/service??? Do any of you have the V6 version and how do you like it???
Thanks!">
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Re: Big incentives coming [snd1]
by whoosierdaddy
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May 22, 2009 (12:21 pm)
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Replying to: snd1 (May 21, 2009 11:18 pm)
The V6 is fine for me, but others may disagree. Drive them both and decide. The V8 costs more to buy, more to operate (real-world MPG is about 13 w/V8, I'm averaging 19), and maybe more to insure; but it's a blast to drive, a rocket. Future parts & service? I'm more concerned about future cost of service and lead-time of parts from down-under; but I sure like this car. No other car has its combination of great ride plus great handling at a reasonable price, and it's a practical family sedan that looks cool. You pays your money and you takes your choice.
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