New Pontiac G8

[Sherman8r44]

I really like the looks of the G8 (more-so the Impala RWD concept). It`s about time GM started bringing more cars in from Europe and Australia.

I just wish Ford would think about doing the same with the Euro Focus and the Mondeo mid-size.

True that! I dunno about the Ford midsizers though--I dig the new Fusion as much as the new Mondeo. Too bad we don`t get the Euro Focus--ours is still the first generation one! And the 2008 redesign is ugly and pointless IMO.

[Trbogolf]

And the 2008 redesign is ugly and pointless IMO.

I believe they designed a new chassis for the focus instead of using the C2(?) platform that the S40/mazda3 uses. They must have more money to waste than I thought.

[Sherman8r44]

I believe they designed a new chassis for the focus instead of using the C2(?) platform that the S40/mazda3 uses. They must have more money to waste than I thought.

I wish that was true. They used the original chassis, maybe with a few very minor changes. I`m still wondering why, after 10 years of selling this platform, they refuse to bring over the new one (I think it`s C1). It`s amazing how they can create such a great new car as the Fusion and "update" an obsolete small car that could substantially bolster sales and interest in Ford. And it`s not like cost can be an issue, since they`re already using the "new" (2004! lol) Focus platform to underpin the Mazda3 and S40 as you noted.

[66#1]

Looks nice to me!!



It just needs to lose a couple of doors.

[MikeN]

If it did that.. it would be a GTO

[BMW335i]

I dont like Pontiacs but the GTO and this are an exception. Very nice styling and what an aggressive look.. The rims on the G8 look HUGEE, wow..maybe too big.

[Kanchou]

those press pics have oversized wheels. standards will be smaller.

[Mr_Elusive]

:woot: 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.

I agree. The single grill from the Holden looks WAAY better IMHO. Overall, its still an attractive vehicle.

[Robymil]

Anyone knows who`s the girl on this video..

she looks like my friend`s girlrfriend..







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i appreciate any info: name or sites where can i find her..

[Joshua312]

Thought I would update this thread a little with some newer pictures of the car...Pricing is going to range from mid 20`s for the V6 and lower 30`s for the fully loaded GT with the V8



Notice the stichtching on the door panels...If Pontiac keeps the interior looking the way it does in the pictures, it may finally be moving away from cheap interior materials. In my opinion interior appearance/materials is just as important as exterior design. My interior while updated from the 99 I had, still seems very cheap.

[imported_morarch]

Pretty sweet looking.

[Beefhouse]

I`m saving my nickels and dimes for one....

[Joshua312]

I`m saving my nickels and dimes for one....

You and I both I figure by the time I graduate in 09 and get settled into a job there will be some nice low mileage ones for sale.

[66#1]

I hope it works out for GM and Pontiac!

[azenthusiast]

I think it is a very slick looking car, although I would still prefer a Charger. I also think Ford should drop the V8 from the Mustang into a sedan (Taurus SHO anyone?)