2009 Pontiac G8

radio

The only downside I can find is the dash controls for the radio and HVAC take a little getting used too.

Down side is the radio is not a touch screen.

I have three small complaints about the interior 1 no redline on tachometer, 2 the car has Bluetooth and I don't believe you can play music through it (maybe I haven't figured it out yet) and lastly, 3 the large radio screen does not have a navigation feature.

It's becoming a little dated, and there are a few disappointments like the lack of an auto-dimming rear view mirror, or the ability to stream music via BT to the radio,

Make sure that when you test drive it to turn off the radio and go over some bumps in the road and listen for clicking or rattling sonds coming from the front suspension if ti does then I would be weary about buying the car AND if you do end up buying that specific car make sure the control arms and strut mounts are changed, this is a reoccurring problem with pretty much every G8 driver I've met.

The floor mats are very cheap and the radio/CD player is not my favorite, and the sound quality is simply not there.

noise

The cons to this car were front end components (all upper and lower controls arms and ball joints) were replaced at 13000 miles after developing a GM-known rattle

At regular highway speeds, there is almost no road noise, vibrations, etc.

Only real annoyance is a mild vibration felt while cruising.

The only annoying thing so far is a rattle in the rear deck partially due to the subwoofer I think.

navigation

Cons:
automatic transmission shifts a little rough ( takes some getting use to )
Wish it had indash DVD and Navi
No cup holders in the rear

There is no navigation and bluetooth compatiblity didn't come in until 2009.5 models and even then the bluetooth content is very light.

floor

The only thing that I do not like about the interior are the floor mats.

rear-view

First off, no auto diming rear view mirror, not available.

comfortable

Very Nice, fun ride; quick and handles very well; lots of comforts inside; large trunk area; love the remote start for cooling down in the heat; love the sound of a good Pontiac; great performance and overall satisfied with interior & exterior look!

its very spacious, comfortable, stylish, and provides a great amount of power for a V6.

Between the performance, and comfort I could not have been happier.

It's powerful, beautiful and comfortable.

Dual exhausts, spoiler, awesome color, plenty of pick up, 
Comfortable, and relatively economical for a sport sedan because of v6 engine.

Fast,  comfortable ride smooth it'll last a life time the vehicle is perfect.0

The clean sleek interior is extremely comfortable and roomy.

Great looks, comfortable and ergonomic interior.

If you like to be unique and want something that's fast and exciting along with great looking and comfy this is a must.

turn-handling

The handling is great with the 50&#47;50 weight distribution.

Very dependable, fast, stylish, and always turning heads!

The FE2 suspension provides stiffness in the corners and transfers the feel of the road to the driver,

The suspension handles extremely well on both the highway and in corners.

The BEST part is when you put you foot down after turning that corner and you hear that great American exhaust roaring in the distance.

The combined handling, acceleration, and looks make this the best value and performance package offered to this day.

The handling is very neutral, if the tires do slip it is easily recovered.

sporty

I recommend it to anyone looking for a sleek sport sedan with a muscle car flex.

it's still one of the best looking Pontiacs ever made, and arguably the best sport sedan ever sold by General Motors.

This was my first Pontiac, after numerous muscle &#38; sports cars &#38; few luxury cars ,now I wonder what I was waiting for.

The 4-cylinder fuel-saver mode pretty much ruins the car's throttle response (it can be turned off with a cheap handheld tuner)


Bottom Line:
Whether you are looking for a cheap BMW-esque sport sedan, or a car with a Corvette powertrain, or a car that just feels special, look no further than the Pontiac G8!

Sporty looks, powerful engine, and a roomy interior suitable for a family.

Great styling, size is perfect, handles like a sports car.

Overall, the car is one of my most valued possessions that I intend to keep for many years and I highly recommend either the base model or the GT model to anyone looking for a used sport sedan without the price of a German or British model.

I really enjoy this Pontiac, Lots of performance mods available for those who want to catch a little more excitement since it is based on the Holden.

It's a fun car to drive it hugs the roads very well no problem with the car next time I'll get a Gt G8.

There is so much I could write about how much fun it is to drive and how many people I have caught staring at it.

The 2009 Pontiac G8 is a beauty to look at, a joy to drive, and an all around great car.

Meets and exceeds.. family fun, sharp looking, head turner good in gas.

Love the car, great vehicle to have for fun and as a daily driver.

family

We bought a base model for our son and we liked it so much we bought a GT model for ourselves.

but that's what also can make it a great family car and a sleeper.

Moves like a sports car feels like a family car..

but has the alter ego of a muscle car every time some teenager in a hot-rod 4 cylinder pulls up beside you.

Stylish and Bold, perfect family vehicle and sports/ performance vehicle.

If you're looking for a good sized car to cart the family around in that handles great and has more than enough horsepower to satisfy most pedal mashers, than look no further than the Pontiac G8 GT.

but I was looking for something that I could transport my family around in with ease and comfort, yet not make me nausiated by having to drive a sedan (or minivan).

2010 Pontiac G6

interior

the interior was actually rather blandly styled, especially with black and grey cloth.

This is a good car for a small family or even a college student.

room

2009 Pontiac G6

lights

I didn't have any major problems with it other than wire corrosion in the headlights.

Some issues I did have were the transmission went out at 80,000 miles and I did have to replace the headlight wiring harness which the dealer charged me 1k to fix.

reliable

This has been one of the most reliable cars we have ever owned.

It has been one of the most reliable cars I have owned.

It was reliable, the V6 was powerful, and the stereo alone was worth the purchase.

I had bern driving an older Pontiac and I know they are dependable cars.

A sturdy reliable car that is great in the winter and fun with the top down in the summer.

Overall the G6 is a very reliable, sporty looking ride - considering it is properly maintained and cared for.

It rides close in comfort to my wifes 2013 Malibu.

Seating is comfortable both front and back.

A good, comfortable and reliable ride for everyday highway commute.

Drives really well and very comfortable. !

RIDE IS VERY COMFORTABLE, GOOD ROOM IN THE BACKS SEAT IT'S ACTUALLY USABLE AND PLENTY OF TRUNK SPACE.

Very comfortable seating inside front and back, and very stylish dash.

but the speed is amazing, it is comfortable.

THE INTERIOR IS VERY COMFORTABLE, I AM ABOUT 5 FOOT TALL AND I HAVE NO PROBLEM REACHING EVERYTHING COMFORTABLY, MY HUSBAND IS ALMOST 6 FOOT AND HE IS ALSO COMFORTABLE DRIVING OR RIDING IN IT.

I commute and put on over 20,000 miles per year. Driver seat has lumbar support and creates the most comfortable driving for me (I'm just over 5'.)

Fun to drive runs great plenty of power interior very good shape the body has a couple scratches and Tiny dings it's really fun with the top down

What a terrific car for him, it rides really nice and is quiet inside, not too mention very roomy, around town it gets around 23/ highway 32.

Interior is sporty and had many nice features.

Steering has a nice weight to it, the interior is simple

The interior styling especialy the look of the gauges is cheap looking.

Would like a spoiler and a place for my purse inside,

We are so sure of this car that we are giving it to our granddaughter now that she is turning 16.

He loves driving it, the AC still blows ice cold, handles great in the snow, and has plenty of standard features; ABS, traction control, stabilitrak, cruise, am/fm cd player, power seat, pwr windows/locks, daytime running lamps.

It still handles like a dream and is very solid around town or out on the highway.

I am in love with every aspect of the vehicle - from the way it handles to it's sporty character.

but over all the car has good curves and suited my needed perfectly!

SO FAR I LOVE THIS CAR GREAT HANDLING AROUND ALOT OF THE CURVY ROADS WE HAVE AROUND HERE.

She is alot of fun to drive on the high way, and she handles very well around tight corn's, and wet street when raining.

Pontiac has continued the tradition of agressive exterior styling combined with a zippy engine and tight handling.

Overall, the G6 is a very enjoyable car to drive.

Bottom line is the G6 is a head turner and very enjoyable to drive.

2009 Pontiac Solstice

The handling and acceleration are excellent.

Doesn't handle particularly well, slower than my Honda Fit in a straight line.

Aside from those impromptu moments, it handled very well in turns at 8/10ths.

2009 Solstice GXP Coupe It's sweet it turns heads !

I would take this car over the latest Porsche model any day. As "Car and Driver" magazine said about the Solstice - "It has all the sexy curves of Queen Latifah,

Sharp, crisp turns, great acceleration thanks to the turbo, and just pure fun in the sun!

The turbo-charged engine rockets you when you need speed, corners as well as a Porsche (yes, I have owned one,) & handles like a dream!

Tight cornering, quick, interior is mainly plasic w/leather seats, monsoon stero, subwoofer is behind the passenger seat will rumble to "Another one bites the Dust" Lots of fun with the top off.

but if you ENJOY driving you will be disappointed.

Beautiful fun eye-catcher convertible sports car with chrome wheels and no flaws!

This Car is Fun to Drive on Curvy Roads It's Like a Turbo Go Kart!

Boy did Pontiac drop the ball| 
 This one will be used for fun and as an investment.

But for those that love a true sports car, the GPX is a delight to drive.

The base coupe, while great looking, isn't much of a sports car.

I have wanted a red sports car forever and we came across MY 2009 and I love it.

I just love my 2008 Pontiac Solstice GPX, great sports car at a great price.

I love my Pontiac it an amazing sports car.

but I have never had one that behaves like you would expect a sports car to behave.

The Solstice is a true, bare bones, no- frills sports car that's all performance!

However, if you're a true sports car enthusiast as I am, you will love this car!

convertible

The 2009 Pontiac Solstice Convertible is made by Pontiac

I was looking for a classic American roadster convertible, and the GXP fulfilled my expectations.

turbo

Had I been choosing the car, it would have been the GXP trim with a 260hp turbo and the five speed manual.

If you ever see a 2009 GXP Turbo for sale, snap it right up because it's a true enthusiast's dream!

2009 Pontiac G5

failure

It had a couple minor issues along the way, with the standard recalls and a faulty fuel pump, that died around 38,000 miles.

Love it I have put 151,000 miles on car so far with out any failures, except a temp sensor I've had none of the issues people talk about with this car, would purchase another

So far only two components have failed in the vehicle: the traction control module after 500mi (electronics) and a front wheel bearing at 93k mi.

backseat

but it was a necessity (the whole back seat/kid leg room thing).

It is definitely suited for a smaller person - a little awkward to get in and out of (especially the back seat as it is a 2dr) and some of my passengers have complained about the hard, uncomfortable seats.

leg-room

My only complaints are the cheap plastic interior and the leg room in the back is dreadful.

Just like most, if not all, cars in this price range, road noise can be loud and the cup holders aren't in the greatest location.

The road noise and texture radiates from the front end in to the passenger compartment

I am very happy with his car I'm 83 years old and it's easy to get in and out of excellent handling very economical hasn't lost Style compared to the present cars on the market!

The ride is like a Lexus and it handles almost like a sedan.

The car handles well, accelerates fine and is very silent for a compact with 100K mi (I had a Neon and Cavaliers before, not quiet vehicles).

fuel

Gas leak, ignition recalls, shocks and struts wear quickly.

I bought this car new in 2009 for the great stereo, fuel economy and it's still peppy to drive.

brake

Drive like a beast in snow even without traction control or antilock brakes.

I've only had to put brakes and tires on it so it's very economical.

tire

economical

2009 Pontiac G3

My biggest complaint was it had manual Windows and the engine was too noisy.

We purchased a Chevrolet Cobalt at the same time and it has water in the tailights, knocking from the rear shock and a rattle from the front passenger side that drives me nuts and hesitates when it is cold out.

Unless you’re traveling across the state you live in you can bet &#36;20 for gas in this car will last you a week.

this car was perfect for me to go to work, great on gas comfortasble and really fun to drive it since it compacted.

I think for as small as it is fuel economy could have been much better.

Gas mileage is good, and I don't expect a boat load of power, it is a 4 cylinder.

It is comfortable, roomy, stylish, has great fuel economy, has electric everything, sunroof and a great sound system.

small-size

Is a small nice vehicle with a with little bit of room

i bought this car brand new in 2009 because i needed something small and reliable.

although the car is small the space on the inside is roomy.

Don't think I will fit 3 in back comfortably (2 adults and 1 child)

The back seats fold down making a nice size cargo space for this size car.

the interior is amazing with lots of room!!

roomy

2009 Pontiac Torrent

Had this thing a year now and had to put a new injector wire harness, new injectors, intake gasket, egr valve, converter, wheel bearing, oxygen sensors, auto door locks don't work, and it's won't start right now because the fuel pump went out,

The stability traction light acting up, gas smell in car

The turning radius could be tighter, and the fuel tank could use a couple more gallons.

engine

The car motor on driver side window has stopped after being fixed for the second time.

The motor on the drivers side went, sunroof leaked, motherboard was replaced, ignition replaced, kept stalling when I was driving , now my airbag light is on, my window switches are not working again, the wire broke in the drivers door and my window fell in the door at the US boarder driving my friend back from the Buffalo Airport.

wheel

This is a very comfortable car for all 4 of our family plenty of leg room and a nice larger driving seat I love the space in the trunk for my stuff my only complaint is the wheel when i turn it it doesnt turn as well as other vehicles

feature

I like the sliding rear seat feature and of course if folds down for more room too.

It has so many more features than any other car and was affordable.

2008 Pontiac G6

Only problem is tire pressure warning system.

but it's been on for couple weeks.After we had cold snap and snow recently, the power steering I figured probably was harder to turn when it would randomly happen thinking it was cold weather maybe thickening steering fluid up so not flowing right through pump-or with a bunch of snow and ice packed in wheel well maybe less room for tires to turn &  making car harder to steer-it would randomly steer harder.

but tire issues, brakes and rotors, wheel bearings and working on my 6th control arm within 6 years.

The car has all possible options: Remote enter, remote start, power pedals - driver convenience, power windows, windows move down when opening the door, power seats, heated seats- driver and passenger, window and mirror defrost, aluminum tires, new brakes and calipers.

If you get a flat tire, you will discover that the car also does not have the tools to change to a spare, so you have to call someone to change it for you.

Custom paint job comes with three custom hoods custom interior two sets of custom rims did not like the whale tail on the back customize my my own spoiler on the back is very unique so one of a kind car projector headlights with LED lights 20000 Looms custom blue fog lights 10000 Looms Bose stereo system it's a one-of-a-kind car you'll never see anything like it on the road you can change the hood in the rims if the car look different

Only complaint, is I've never liked the low beam headlights.

steering

Nine months later power steering is out again and they told my wife the whole power assist motor has to be replaced.

It was doing this off and on now for last couple of days where you start it up and drives fine until it doesn't and you are using all of your weight to pull wheel down to steer car or while driving slow trying to turn-it again SUCKS to have this issue in winter on snowThe dash said nothing of check power steering so when it flashed on menu display figured I was prob low on fluid-to my surprise this is first car I've owned that has no peer steering pump to add fluid-but since it's a 4 cylinder- it's got the electric automatic steering (EPS) just looked up what is maybe causing it if not a fuse and see whole page of recalls from tranny issues to the EPS and torque system.so hoping the GM dealer like it says will replace issues- looks like some issues will be fixed by dealer for life of vehicle.So hope it is valid they do!

Bad things - the rotors seem to warp about every 25K miles (or every summer for me it seemed) and the power steering went at 85K miles on my last 2006 model.

But other than that, I love that I can get On-Star service if I want, love the XM radio option, love the controls on the steering wheel, LOVE LOVE LOVE the Speed Sensitive volume!Gosh, who wants to have to turn up their volume manually as they accelerate, to muffle the sound of the powerful V6??

windshield

The back windows and back windshield are much smaller than other Pontiacs that I have owned.

LOL I also found the windshield wipers for this car are $30 PER WIPER.

My only regret is that I didn't get more bells and whistles on it, like leather seats and rain sense wipers. I thought I'd just use it to go to the golf course and back,

The front end make a small popping noise when i take off from a stop.

The only small issue that I have is that when you step on the gas too hard,plenty of torque steer will be the result.

It’s very comfortable and has a amazing monsoon sound system.

The seats are comfortable years later, the doors are soft close as in you don't have to slam them.

Rides nice and has pretty comfortable seats.