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12-17-2007, 05:33 PM
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What about the upcoming Pontiac G8
I haven't seen anyone mentioning the new upcoming Pontiac G8. Unless I missed it which I probably did. I would say that would fit into the ideal family man who loves sportcars and still have the space of a family car right? It's at over 360 horses and over 380 torque and a rear wheel drive platform. Whats your take on it?
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12-17-2007, 06:17 PM
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I really like it and plan to make it my new DD when it comes out. I am also looking forward to seeing what simple bolt-ons and a premium fuel tune will do.
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12-17-2007, 06:19 PM
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That might be the start of a whole new club too lol. I do like it myself
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12-17-2007, 06:57 PM
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I'll probably pick one up in 2-3 years depending how the new camaro is
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12-17-2007, 07:13 PM
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2.92 rear...that sucks
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Last edited by bubba428; 12-17-2007 at 07:13 PM.
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12-17-2007, 08:54 PM
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no manual trans?
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12-17-2007, 09:10 PM
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I plan on making that car my first "New Car" and daily driver.
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12-17-2007, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 90FormulaWS6
no manual trans?
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I believe the 6 speed will debut 6 months to a year after introduction....
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12-17-2007, 09:28 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tru2Chevy
I believe the 6 speed will debut 6 months to a year after introduction....
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good things 
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12-17-2007, 10:10 PM
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I'm still leaning towards the G8 as my next DD, but after seeing the Malibu I am having second thoughts.
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12-18-2007, 07:35 AM
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You have a 4 door that can blow 13 second 1/4 mile times and looks good doing it. And have the same kind of good fuel economy as my Formula does. I am in need of a 4 dr very soon and looks like the G8 will be the one. So I will test drive it and trade in my cobalt SS if its thats good.
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12-18-2007, 07:48 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Untamed
I'm still leaning towards the G8 as my next DD, but after seeing the Malibu I am having second thoughts.
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I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor
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12-18-2007, 09:56 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bubba428
I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor
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FWD vs RWD is a major decision factor. I'm no fan of FWD V8 cars - seems like a waste. Plus according to http://www.chevrolet.com/malibu/ there is no V8 option in the Malibu. Is that coming later?
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Last edited by BonzoHansen; 12-18-2007 at 10:02 AM.
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12-18-2007, 10:15 AM
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No there wont be a V8 option for the Malibu. Its competition for the mid size car class V6 AND v4
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12-18-2007, 02:03 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bubba428
I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor
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Are you on crack? There's no V8 in the Malibu.
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12-18-2007, 04:19 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Frosty
Are you on crack? There's no V8 in the Malibu.
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hes probably thinking of the new grand prix or the impala
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12-18-2007, 04:56 PM
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I'll be getting one in 2010. I love the look of it. It will make a great DD.
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12-19-2007, 10:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Predator86
hes probably thinking of the new grand prix or the impala
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it was the impala...i don't know why i was thinking the malibu
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12-20-2007, 03:22 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by firebirdcrazy
No there wont be a V8 option for the Malibu. Its competition for the mid size car class V6 AND v4
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v4 eh? 
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12-20-2007, 07:53 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Savage_Messiah
v4 eh? |
SWEET its got a bike motor!!!
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12-20-2007, 09:20 AM
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I saw on GMI the other day that the first shipment of G8's is on the water and on it's way.
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12-20-2007, 10:37 AM
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if i wasnt getting the camaro i would def be trading in my gp on this. 6 speed of course 
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12-20-2007, 04:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Iroc-z86
if i wasnt getting the camaro i would def be trading in my gp on this. 6 speed of course |
Auto or manual?
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12-21-2007, 12:37 AM
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The new Cadillac CTS is a wicked four door.
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12-24-2007, 04:10 PM
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Quote:
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The new Cadillac CTS is a wicked four door.
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direct injection v6 with 300+ hp....god i hate being poor 
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