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02-10-07, 11:13
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New Pontiac G8
Has anyone else here checked out the Pontiac website lately and seen the G8? Looks pretty impressive to me, hopefully the price is right so it doesn't bomb like the GTO did. More info is available on the Pontiac website...here is a pic

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02-10-07, 11:15
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Re: New Pontiac G8
Looks a little like a CTS.
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02-10-07, 11:19
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Re: New Pontiac G8
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Looks a little like a CTS.
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Now that you say it I can definitely see that! I wish they would re-design the Grand Prix, it is long overdue.
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02-10-07, 11:23
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Re: New Pontiac G8
Here's a bunch more for anyone who's interested.
New Pontiac G8 Pictures & Video - GMInsideNews Forums
If you dig around a little there's also a lot of good info on that site about the new Camaro.
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02-10-07, 11:34
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Re: New Pontiac G8
love it!
check out this autoblog article for some great pics: Introducing the Pontiac G8 - Autoblog
Oh man, I'm excited. Why? Because they're finally bringing the gorgeous and well-powered Holdens over here. It's about time we start enjoying what the Australians have for years - I just wish Holden came over here themselves instead of allowing Pontiac to badge their cars. Oh well, just a debadge on the GTO or G8 and they look great again.
I love it even more because manual is finally an option again. Too long have manufacturers catered to our lazy culture with its obsession with autos. A high powered engine like the 6.0 L V8 in the G8 deserves a proper transmission, paired with a proper RWD drivetrain.
I like it, but wouldn't buy one myself since I'm just not looking for a heavy (near 4000 pounds) sedan at this time. Maybe in the future, though!
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02-10-07, 11:38
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Re: New Pontiac G8
The lines look *very* similar to the upcoming 08' CTS. Looks pretty good from that picture.
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02-12-07, 11:14
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Re: New Pontiac G8
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love it!
check out this autoblog article for some great pics: Introducing the Pontiac G8 - Autoblog
Oh man, I'm excited. Why? Because they're finally bringing the gorgeous and well-powered Holdens over here. It's about time we start enjoying what the Australians have for years - I just wish Holden came over here themselves instead of allowing Pontiac to badge their cars. Oh well, just a debadge on the GTO or G8 and they look great again.
I love it even more because manual is finally an option again. Too long have manufacturers catered to our lazy culture with its obsession with autos. A high powered engine like the 6.0 L V8 in the G8 deserves a proper transmission, paired with a proper RWD drivetrain.
I like it, but wouldn't buy one myself since I'm just not looking for a heavy (near 4000 pounds) sedan at this time. Maybe in the future, though!
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Yea, wonder how much it wold cost to bring in a holden front clip and hood? It looks much much better than the Pontiac!
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02-12-07, 11:23
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Re: New Pontiac G8
I really like it. It is actually a Holden VE Commodore
http://stadium.weblogsinc.com/autobl...lais_V_032.jpg
My bad, I just saw someone already stated that.
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02-12-07, 12:31
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Re: New Pontiac G8
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Now that you say it I can definitely see that! I wish they would re-design the Grand Prix, it is long overdue.
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They are replaceing the GP with the G8.
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02-12-07, 12:34
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Re: New Pontiac G8
I think this is a big step forward for Pontiac and GM as a whole. The hood scoops might be a little too much for my tastes, but overall its a sharp looking vehicle.
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02-12-07, 01:00
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Re: New Pontiac G8
+1 yea I have been following this on gminsidenews and cheersandgears.com.
to start at 25,000 for base V8 to start at 28,000 not too bad get alot of car their.
wiil be my next vehicle most likely.
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02-12-07, 08:32
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Vee-dub in da hauz, yah
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Re: New Pontiac G8
 I want one of these!!!
Too bad the Pontiac logo and grille can make any car instantly uglier. GM REALLY needs to change up the Pontiac design DNA.
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