Pontiac g8 gt for the first time in more than 20 years, a rearwheeldrive pontiac performance sedan will be seen on the streets of north america, as the allnew 2008 g8 arrives in dealerships. Our vast selection of premium accessories and parts ticks all the boxes. Ive had this car 3 years now and plan on keeping it. The base g8, however, is powered by gms corporate 3. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2008 pontiac g8 4dr sdn gt at u. You can also browse through other fast cars made by pontiac by visiting our browse and search pages, or view pontiac g8 dyno results.
In this video i talk about if the pontiac g8 is worth buying and if its going to be valuable some day as a collectors item. Production stopped in mid2009, following the gm decision to suspend the pontiac brand. A base model came with a v6, but most buyers opted for the gt model with the 361horsepower 6. A rumbling 400plushorsepower v8 engine and sixspeed manual. With the demise of the firebird and the gto, the g8 filled the void. The g8 lives within a narrow price band, and the optional furbelows are few. The pontiac g8 is a sporty, powerful fourdoor that didnt stick around. This page contains details on a 2008 pontiac g8 gt. All car guys know that fun lives largest in reardrivers. The 2009 pontiac g8 gt is a smooth and unsuspectingly enjoyable automobile. The pontiac g8 gxps interior is driver oriented with aesthetic and tactile details like instruments with a sporty appearance that match the car s performance. Select from one or more dropdowns below, to find the right car for you. This rearwheel drive sedan was actually first built in australia before being exported to the united states and was one of the last models to come out of the pontiac marquee before it got suspended by parent general motors. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report.
Mention bmws seminal sport sedan and the 2009 pontiac g8 gxp. Pontiac cars were also notable for the silver streaks, narrow stainless steel strips that ran from the grille to the middle of the hood. The v6 comes with a fivespeed automatic transmission and the v8 gets a sixspeed automatic with manual shift mode. I went in with low expectations and was pleasantly made a fool in the end. The pontiac g8 is a rearwheel drive sedan that was produced by holden in australia, and then exported to the united states, where it was sold by pontiac. The g8, a rebadged holden commodore, was released in early 2008 for the 2008 model year in the united states, and in 2008 for the 2009 model year in canada. The new 2008 pontiac g8 sport sedan will come in two models, g8 and g8 gt. While it may no longer be assembled, the pontiac g8 will remain a respected presence on the road for a long time to come. Each pontiac car had its own unique design and style, and until 1956 an american headdress was used as its logo. Want to make your 2008 pontiac g8 one of a kind, keep it running at its peak, or turn it into a highpowered beast. Under fullthrottle acceleration, the new gxp model reminds us of a corvette, pasting us into the back of the seat as a guttural roar comes from under the hood. Apr 01, 2008 the g8 lives within a narrow price band, and the optional furbelows are few. Take advantage of our public wholesale pricing going on right now 2009 pontiac g8 gt this car comes with everything you need including. Testifyin in a holyroller showdown at the church of the biginch v8.
The dualport grille, fog lamps, bold wheels and confident, wheelsatthecorners stance are all unmistakably pontiac traits. The g8 show car unveiled at the chicago auto show is representative of the production gt model, including use of the 362horsepower 270 kw 6. Nov 21, 2008 the 2009 pontiac g8 gxp is just the sort of fourdoor corvette americans have long prayed for, with sharp steering, fabulous response from the fourpiston brembo brakes, exceptionally balanced and. The 2009 pontiac g8 gt is one stylish and smooth goodbye for. The g8 was a bit flashier than the gto and offered more engine options to fit more budgets. At the test track, the v6powered g8 performed creditably for a 3936pound vehicle, going from 0 to 60 mph in 7. Sep 24, 2018 the 2009 pontiac g8 gt is a smooth and unsuspectingly enjoyable automobile. Request a dealer quote or view used cars at msn autos. All of the performance and driver amenities make the g8 one rough. The g8 gxp was also the most powerful muscle car pontiac ever built, and it couldnt have come along at a better time. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of pontiac g8 gt aut. The g8 gt combines potent v8 power with responsive handling that belies its large size. The following year, pontiac improved its performance lineup with the gxp.
The g8 was pontiacs first fullsize car since the bonneville and the gto coupe. Also known as the dart, the logo design was updated in 1957. We have 36 pontiac g8 gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 21 1owner cars, and 47 personal use cars. The base g8 sedan is powered by an australian built 256horsepower 3.
The pontiac g8 is a rearwheel drive sedan that was produced by holden in australia, and then. Detailed features and specs for the used 2009 pontiac g8 including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. Apr 17, 2009 the pontiac g8 is a modern muscle car, with rearwheel drive and a snarly v8. Pontiac g8 forum since 2007 a community for pontiac g8 owners and enthusiasts, for all the information on your pontiac g8 sedan, g8 gt, g8 v6, and g8 gxp. I bought it new off the show room floor and it performs exactly as it did on day 1. I wanted a car comparable to or better than the 1970 pontiac gto i once had 350hp, 400ci, 3speed manual transmission. Pontiac g8 parts and accessories buy online from our largest collection of custom car parts at affordable rates. Partsforyourcar knows that its not uncommon for an owner of a g8 to want to add more performance and more appearance pontiac g8 parts to their hot ride. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2009 pontiac g8 sedan 4d gxp.
The table below shows all 2009 pontiac g8 specs by style, including mpg fuel economy, transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 2009 pontiac g8 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumpertobumper coverage and major components. It was a car which rivaled or exceeded the performance and handling capabilities of many of its class rivals at a fraction of the price of a comparable bmw or mercedes. Get detailed information on the 2009 pontiac g8 gt including features, fuel economy, pricing, engine, transmission, and more. Partsforyourcar knows that its not uncommon for an owner of a g8 to want to add more performance and. The pontiac g8 has made a bold impression in a short amount of time. The 2009 pontiac g8 gt is one stylish and smooth goodbye. Jan 25, 2016 in this video i talk about if the pontiac g8 is worth buying and if its going to be valuable some day as a collectors item. This involved supercharging either a gt or gxp to 500plus horsepower, as well as. A 20082009 pontiac g8 is a car that is in a class of its own. Its too bad that manual gate is on the far side of the console on lefthanddrive cars. If this wasnt enough, slp even brought back the firehawk name for the g8. On the eve of the gxps debut as the most powerful of the australianbuilt, holden commodorebased pontiac g8 lineup, the u.
You may recall, ye disciples of wheelspin, that cars such as thesemiddleclass american sedans with big ol american pushrod v8 engineswere once quite common. Not only does it promote power like a sports car, this fourdoor sedan also looks like a sports car. Purchased the car for the performance to value ratio. Review standard and optional interior, exterior, mechanical comfort, entertainment equipment and their warranties for a 2009 g8 gt 4dr sedan. Pontiac g8 rear, driver side power window regulator, with motor. I found the pontiac g8 gt to be a fun car to drive with all the attributes of a fourdoor sports car. Used 2008 pontiac g8 for sale at mint auto sales vin. It was a car which rivaled or exceeded the performance and handling. Most passenger sedans these days come with frontwheel drive as a standard feature. Used 2009 pontiac g8 gt w sports package, premium package. Discuss performance, tech, engine specs, body kits and more.
The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push. Based on general motors holden commodore from australia, the g8 handles and rides as well as the best cars in its class. Check out the full specs of the 2009 pontiac g8 gt, from performance and fuel economy to colors and materials. Read the complete first test of the 2008 pontiac g8 gt by the automotive. Its design, comfort, and sporty quality elevate it above most domestics in its class.
Test drivers are pleased with the g8s strong engine and smooth transmission options. The 20082009 pontiac g8 gt and gxp was the brands first muscle car sedan in over 20 years. Under fullthrottle acceleration, the new gxp model reminds us of a corvette. Used 2008 pontiac g8 from mint auto sales in orlando, fl, 32809. The g8 gt features a 361horsepower v8 thats smooth and.
It had the distinction of being pontiacs first fullsized car, and its design and performance characteristics. We have 29 2009 pontiac g8 gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 16 1owner cars, and 41 personal use cars. The pontiac g8 is a modern muscle car, with rearwheel drive and a snarly v8. The pontiac g8 gxps interior is driver oriented with aesthetic and tactile details like instruments with a sporty appearance that match the car. Visit and get the latest information, as well as detailed specs and features. The first rummage in gms antipodean attic produced the 2004 pontiac gto. General motors, gm, the gm emblem, pontiac, the pontiac emblem, are registered trademarks. If you would like to view more pontiac g8 timeslips click on this link, fast pontiac g8 timeslips. Pontiac definitely needed a shot of adrenaline in its lineup. In fact, the highperformance gxp is powered by a corvette engine.