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09-28-2008, 04:12 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Middlesex, NJ
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Pontiac G8 GXP....I want one!
I drove a base model G8 at work and the interior alone had me smitten! So now ive been looking at all the models and now i really want an orange 6 speed GXP. Im finally building credit with Snap-On now and i figure in a year roughly i'll be able to put a down payment on one. Im a young guy and I'm still in school so it will be awhile
So i have yet to get any feedback about this animal so i would like some lol
For starters...I cant find anything about a navigation option on it but i find it hard to believe it comes without one?
thank you
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09-28-2008, 07:50 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: West Long Branch
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No navi. Onstar and XM standard. OnStar will have turn by turn navigation, but no screen-based navi.
G8 GT is an awesome car, and IMO...the best car GM makes currently.
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09-28-2008, 07:59 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Mays Landing, NJ
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A NAV system would complete that car...GM wants to target the European audience well throw a damn NAV system in there.
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2010 Infiniti G37x-Moonlight White w/Graphite interior. Stock...for now. Xpel XR Black tint(hey it's a mod lol)
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09-28-2008, 08:32 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: West Long Branch
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Problem is that where the screen is placed in the G8, its too low for US standards. So its just a radio screen.
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09-29-2008, 10:29 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Hillsborough, NJ
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Yup I want a black on black G8 GT.
The G8 doesn't need the Navi because it's touted as a performance sedan, not a touring luxury car. As Al said, the turn by turn with OnStar will be here soon, if you really need help. Or, instead of paying several hundred for the Navi thats in the dash, pay just 250 for a dash mounted GPS. Better supported, more accurate, a lot cheaper.
G8 > 2010 Camaro 
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09-29-2008, 10:45 AM
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Meet Coordinator
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yeah but when you want to go swing your nuts around, built-in navigation helps i guess.
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09-29-2008, 12:00 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2005
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Untamed
Yup I want a black on black G8 GT.
The G8 doesn't need the Navi because it's touted as a performance sedan, not a touring luxury car. As Al said, the turn by turn with OnStar will be here soon, if you really need help. Or, instead of paying several hundred for the Navi thats in the dash, pay just 250 for a dash mounted GPS. Better supported, more accurate, a lot cheaper.
G8 > 2010 Camaro |
...even the 'vette has Nav so I don't buy that. I understand the reasons why it doesn't have it however if it's being compared to European cars it should have Nav IMO.
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2010 Infiniti G37x-Moonlight White w/Graphite interior. Stock...for now. Xpel XR Black tint(hey it's a mod lol)
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09-29-2008, 12:08 PM
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Sliderule / Moderator
Join Date: Oct 2004
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Anyone see that Procharger has a system for the G8. 540HP!
http://www.procharger.com/G8.shtml
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09-29-2008, 12:28 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: West Long Branch
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It sure as hell does need Navi. It has it in Oz, its just cant be certified for US markets cause of the location.
Lame..yes.
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09-29-2008, 12:30 PM
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NJFBOA Co-Founder
Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: All up in your kool aid!
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I want a Firehawk!!!
: puts on flame retardant jacket : 
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09-29-2008, 01:53 PM
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Hippy Mod, Bergermeister Meisterberger, Moderator
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Who needs Nav, Onstar or XM? They just add weight and slow down the car! 
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09-29-2008, 03:09 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Hillsborough, NJ
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It doesn't need a navigation system. What it needs is a DIC that looks more modern, not something out of the 1980's. A Navi system would make it more expensive than it already is, and introduce something else that needs to be fixed / updated / replaced. Burned out screens, out of date software, poor wiring, ad naseum...
I like it the way it is, just wish it had an updated look to the DIC.
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http://www.cardomain.com/id/untameddave
Wanted this - , but ended up with this - for free. Can't argue with free.
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09-29-2008, 09:29 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Wayne, NJ
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here's a question..... G8 GXP or a base Corvette?
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09-29-2008, 09:33 PM
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Token v6 Guy
Join Date: Sep 2004
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Corvette DUH!
As for g8 - meh
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09-29-2008, 10:18 PM
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I <3 sheep
Join Date: Mar 2005
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NJSPEEDER
I want a Firehawk!!!
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they're all over ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Ponti...mZ190251725724
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09-29-2008, 10:53 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: West Long Branch
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Untamed
It doesn't need a navigation system. What it needs is a DIC that looks more modern, not something out of the 1980's. A Navi system would make it more expensive than it already is, and introduce something else that needs to be fixed / updated / replaced. Burned out screens, out of date software, poor wiring, ad naseum...
I like it the way it is, just wish it had an updated look to the DIC.
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The DIC between teh guages is damn near Audi-esque.
And the large color LCD screen for the radio and hvac is awesome.
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10-01-2008, 01:45 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Middlesex, NJ
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Untamed
It doesn't need a navigation system. What it needs is a DIC that looks more modern, not something out of the 1980's. A Navi system would make it more expensive than it already is, and introduce something else that needs to be fixed / updated / replaced. Burned out screens, out of date software, poor wiring, ad naseum...
I like it the way it is, just wish it had an updated look to the DIC.
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I dunno about that...i drive a car from the 80's and i dont see the resemblence
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1986 FireBird LG4
-FlowMaster 3inch American Thunder -Edelbrock Elite Series Intake -WS6 Style Functional Ram Air Hood -B&M Shift Kit -American Racing Outlaw II Alloys -Fuzion HRI Tires
8/26/07 Just reached 160K and running great!
1/15/09 Just reached 180K and still running great!
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10-01-2008, 01:47 PM
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Stalker
Join Date: Aug 2004
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Quote:
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he meant a G8 firehawk, not an f-body
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10-01-2008, 01:49 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Hillsborough, NJ
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In an age of color screens, the DIC on the '08 G8 (and maybe thats my issue, only having seen the '08's) is just plain red text on a screen. Looks very simplified like its older technology.
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http://www.cardomain.com/id/untameddave
Wanted this - , but ended up with this - for free. Can't argue with free.
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10-01-2008, 02:55 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2004
Location: West Long Branch
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09's have the same DIC between the guages.
Then there is a large color screen for the radio. I think it looks good. Its very clean, and it not as pixelated as some older ones, its very modern looking IMO. The Camaro has the same screen, only its in blue.
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10-01-2008, 09:34 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2006
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10-02-2008, 06:10 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2007
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1986 FireBird LG4
-FlowMaster 3inch American Thunder -Edelbrock Elite Series Intake -WS6 Style Functional Ram Air Hood -B&M Shift Kit -American Racing Outlaw II Alloys -Fuzion HRI Tires
8/26/07 Just reached 160K and running great!
1/15/09 Just reached 180K and still running great!
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