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The pontiac g8 gxp is a tremendous performance bargain, built with the best parts from the gm parts bin. With more go comes more stop, in the form of brembo brake calipers, clamping 14. I know it has the ls3 corvette engine but i could easily just add to the gt to. The g8 gxp was also the most powerful muscle car pontiac ever built, and it couldnt have come along at a better time. The g8 was a bit flashier than the gto and offered more engine options to fit more budgets. A good car is greater than the sum of its parts, yet all equivocating aside, as a driver s car its so very good that its a little hard to believe. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2009 pontiac g8 sedan 4d gxp. Please check out the motor trend and articles and car and driver articles done on the g8 firehawk at. We reserve the right to make changes without notice, and are not responsible. It borrowed a 415 horsepower ls3 from the corvette, and backed that up with and available tremec tr6060. Get the best deals on seats for pontiac g8 when you shop the largest. See instrumented test results and photos, and read about the 2009 pontiac g8 gxp automatic at car and driver.

The car was purchased new by the husband of the seller and now shows just 10,841 miles. Dec 01, 2009 on tuesday, we posted an audio recording of a mystery cars exhaust note. Jun 25, 2015 the 20082009 pontiac g8 gt and gxp was the brands first muscle car sedan in over 20 years. The 20082009 pontiac g8 gt and gxp was the brands first muscle car sedan in over 20 years. Production stopped in mid2009, following the gm decision to suspend the pontiac brand. 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.

With the demise of the firebird and the gto, the g8 filled the void. Used 2009 pontiac g8 gxp for sale with photos cargurus. The g8 grew even more appealing when the gxp model arrived boasting a 6. On the eve of the gxps debut as the most powerful of the australianbuilt, holden commodorebased pontiac g8 lineup, the u. Base models come with 18inch alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, fourway power front sport seats, a tilt. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 96 g8 models nationwide. Currently, the g8 carries a hagerty vehicle rating of 79 on a 0100 scale, which means its hot. Interesting thing to note is that the stock gearing of the 6l80e actually means that the gt with the 2. Single c8 filament for both high beam or low beam quantity sold. Get the best deals on seat covers for pontiac g8 when you shop the largest online selection at. Though pontiac g8, gxp car insurance rates may vary for the same coverage depending on your location, driving history or by your age, the types of coverage are basically the same and differs only in details. It has the luxury and telepathic handling of a european car, but with the power, soul, and exhaust note of.

Pedders original replacement shock absorber with smoother and quieter ride characteristics. Search preowned 2009 pontiac g8 gxp listings to find the best local deals. 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. My family is expanding so its time for an suv 2009 g8 gt 102,281 miles. Wed call the g8 a sports sedan, at least from the mid. I am getting a barely used 15,000 mileage g8 but cannot decide between the gxp or gt trim. Gxp has higher rear end ratio tranny is same, and no afm. From the drivers seat, the g8 feels smaller than it is, and thats a compliment. May 17, 2019 the g8 was a bit flashier than the gto and offered more engine options to fit more budgets. The gxp is not a daily driver in winter i have a 91 buick century beater for that. G8 gxp, 6speed automatic with driver shift control, maverick silver.

The g8 gxp is a performancetuned variant of the pontiac g8, which ranks high in the muscle car class for its mighty powertrain options, composed handling dynamics, aggressive design and comfortable interior cabin for 2009, pontiac builds upon the success of the muchdesired g8 by mating it to a 415horsepower corvettesourced v8. Other elements of the gxp package include bilstein monotube front strutsa first for a front drive gm car, according to minchand forged aluminum 18inch wheels 8. Visit car and driver to research 2009 pontiac g8 gxp auto show. The pontiac g8 gxp s interior is driver oriented with aesthetic and tactile details like instruments with a sporty appearance that match the car s performance. Mileage in the city will be even worse than the gt. With the demise of the firebird and the gto, the g8 filled the void quite nicely with its aggressive styling and track. 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. Partsforyourcar knows that its not uncommon for an owner of a g8 to want to add more performance and.

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. And, as this is a rare car only 1829 made in the whole of north america, i have no plans to modify it beyond what has been currently done. Pontiac g8 2009, rear driver or passenger side shock absorber by pedders suspension. There are dents and dings and scratchs because its a daily driver in nyc.

But after driving it, its hard to consider it rationally at all, because this car is hell. Get the best deals on seats for pontiac g8 when you shop the largest online selection at. New listing universal gray faux leather car seat cover driver front cushion w storage bag fits. The 2009 pontiac g8 gxp is just the sort of fourdoor corvette americans have long prayed for, with sharp steering, fabulous response from. Pontiac upped the ante for 2009 with the 415horsepower g8 gxp, which is the trim level i tested.

Rear main seal and driveshaft support were just replaced. The following year, pontiac improved its performance lineup with the gxp. On tuesday, we posted an audio recording of a mystery cars exhaust note. During summer, it will be used more often, including entering a number of car shows. Pontiac definitely needed a shot of adrenaline in its lineup. Datadriven analysis of used cars for sale, and specifically the market for pontiac g8 models.

From the driver s seat, the g8 feels smaller than it is, and thats a compliment. Not only does it promote power like a sports car, this fourdoor sedan also looks like a sports car. The 2009 pontiac g8 is a performanceoriented large sedan available in base, gt or gxp trim. The gxp is an immensely gratifying sports car, which is why its so disappointing that it will.

May 17, 2019 2009 pontiac g8 gxp despite the g8 being a flash in the pan, there is a devoted contingent of enthusiasts that seems to be growing. This 2009 pontiac g8 is one of 1,829 gxp models produced, just 846 of which feature the 6speed manual transmission equipped on this example. 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. Pontiac g8 gxp the dream car experience plus automotive. Seat armour 2 piece front car seat covers for pontiac black terry cloth.