Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth

**nsap** · 03-04-2008, 10:18 PM

Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth
http://www.gminsidenews.com

GM has updated their online ordering guide to include the 2009 Pontiac G8. GMI has been told that the 2009 model G8 will start production in April of this year, so nonetheless, the 2008 model-year is going to be a short one for the G8.

2009 is going to add XM Radio and Bluetooth hands-free calling standard on all G8 models. The Bluetooth includes a "Human-Machine Interface."

There are also rumors that the G8 is going to gain a GXP performance model. The car is supposedly powered by the 6.2L LS3 V8 with a 6-speed manual and optional 6-speed automatic. The GXP's body is said to resemble the Holden Commodore HSV.

fenderbender · 03-04-2008, 10:21 PM

Great news Nsap. I'm guessing no nav untill the next gen. or MCE if there even is one.

DuSpinnst · 03-04-2008, 10:22 PM

Hmm...

G8 V6 loaded w/ XM and Bluetooth for $30k, I might be looking at that as a Winter Car BUY after I keep getting $300+ lease quotes from Saturn, Chevy, Pontiac, and Saab on various vehicles...

bhoppes · 03-04-2008, 10:30 PM

I thought that Bluetooth was going to be standard/available throughout the entire GM lineup or am I just thinking Cadillac?

**nsap** · 03-04-2008, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bhoppes

I thought that Bluetooth was going to be standard/available throughout the entire GM lineup or am I just thinking Cadillac?

Yes, it will be on nearly every 2009 GM model. However it was questioned on the G8 due to the fact that it uses different switchgear/electronics.

eb110americana · 03-04-2008, 10:32 PM

Any word on a 6 speed manual for the GT or base model (heck, even a 5 speed stick for the V6 would be better than nothing). I know most people will be getting the automatic, but the G8 is not a proper revival without one. I'd forgo leather, power locks, windows, etc. in exchange for a stick--just to show how important that is (although I shouldn't have to).

The G8 has a lot of stuff in it that is done right, being the first RWD Pontiac sedan in 20 years, not the least among them. But the purists will want a stick, and right now purists are the only ones who even know or care that Pontiac exists. The CTS is a great car, but it is also a luxury sedan in addition to a sports sedan, so Pontiac would do well to attack the sport sedan angle (which is also the purist angle), and it can't even pretend to do that without a stick. Great job GM. Now finish it.

DuSpinnst · 03-04-2008, 10:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eb110americana

Any word on a 6 speed manual for the GT or base model (heck, even a 5 speed stick for the V6 would be better than nothing). I know most people will be getting the automatic, but the G8 is not a proper revival without one. I'd forgo leather, power locks, windows, etc. in exchange for a stick--just to show how important that is (although I shouldn't have to).

The G8 has a lot of stuff in it that is done right, being the first RWD Pontiac sedan in 20 years, not the least among them. But the purists will want a stick, and right now purists are the only ones who even know or care that Pontiac exists. The CTS is a great car, but it is also a luxury sedan in addition to a sports sedan, so Pontiac would do well to attack the sport sedan angle (which is also the purist angle), and it can't even pretend to do that without a stick. Great job GM. Now finish it.

GT should get the stick in 2009.

Base I don't think ever will.

camaro_freak · 03-04-2008, 10:47 PM

it's a step in the right direction... the sooner these "goodies" make it across the board, the better.

uvaeeman · 03-04-2008, 10:55 PM

I thought the online ordering system had a more advanced engine option buried in it too... remember reading it on one of the g8-specific websites.

uvaeeman · 03-04-2008, 11:04 PM

Oh, I think it was dealerworld.
http://g8gt.com/t2984/

ctaylorzl1 · 03-04-2008, 11:06 PM

I am impressed ALL G8's get Bluetooth! And GXP's will resemble the Commodore HSV, someone must be listening! Now if only they would get NAV in the G8, lord know its made for it!

FStephenMasek · 03-04-2008, 11:09 PM

Let's see the GXP! What is the cause of the delay?

vsd · 03-04-2008, 11:20 PM

Does anyone have a list of all the GM cars getting Bluetooth?

Aych Es Vee · 03-04-2008, 11:27 PM

GXP to resemble HSVs =

MisterMe · 03-04-2008, 11:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nsap

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2009 is going to add XM Radio and Bluetooth hands-free calling standard on all G8 models. The Bluetooth includes a "Human-Machine Interface."

...

Why would anyone want to buy the 2008 model?

03-04-2008, 10:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
nsap Administrator Join Date: Jan 2003 Drives: 2006 Pontiac G6 GTP 2009 Ford Focus SEL Posts: 15,021	Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth http://www.gminsidenews.com GM has updated their online ordering guide to include the 2009 Pontiac G8. GMI has been told that the 2009 model G8 will start production in April of this year, so nonetheless, the 2008 model-year is going to be a short one for the G8. 2009 is going to add XM Radio and Bluetooth hands-free calling standard on all G8 models. The Bluetooth includes a "Human-Machine Interface." There are also rumors that the G8 is going to gain a GXP performance model. The car is supposedly powered by the 6.2L LS3 V8 with a 6-speed manual and optional 6-speed automatic. The GXP's body is said to resemble the Holden Commodore HSV. __________________ E-Mail Me Engine Guide Updated!! -- Revised layout, more info., up-to-date Last edited by nsap : 03-04-2008 at 10:34 PM.

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fenderbender 5.3 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hicktown, PA Drives: 99 Black Chevy S-10 ZR-2 5 Speed Posts: 1,366	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Great news Nsap. I'm guessing no nav untill the next gen. or MCE if there even is one. __________________ Fender Bender My Rides 1999 Chevy S-10 ZR-2 5 speed -K&N Intake \| Custom Dual Exhaust \| Cowl Hood Panasonic Head Unit \| Dual Speakers \| Legacy Rebel Amp \| 10" Kicker Comp Subs 2005 Yamaha Kodiak 450 4X4 -3000lb. Xtreme Winch\| Removed Baffle Fog Lights

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DuSpinnst Starship Enterpise Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 17,211	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Hmm... G8 V6 loaded w/ XM and Bluetooth for $30k, I might be looking at that as a Winter Car BUY after I keep getting $300+ lease quotes from Saturn, Chevy, Pontiac, and Saab on various vehicles... __________________ The moderation here gets an F for FAILURE.

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bhoppes 3.8 Liter V6 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Portland, Michigan Drives: 1987 Olds 442 (10,600 miles) 2003 Cadillac Sevill Posts: 410	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth I thought that Bluetooth was going to be standard/available throughout the entire GM lineup or am I just thinking Cadillac? __________________ 2003 Cadillac Seville SLS 1989 Cadillac Brouhgam (for sale) 1987 Oldsmobile 442 (6,427 original miles with factory astroroof) 1987 Oldsmobile 442 (10,600 original miles with factory t-tops) 1927 REO Wolverine 6

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eb110americana 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Pasadena, CA Drives: 1998 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Posts: 647	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Any word on a 6 speed manual for the GT or base model (heck, even a 5 speed stick for the V6 would be better than nothing). I know most people will be getting the automatic, but the G8 is not a proper revival without one. I'd forgo leather, power locks, windows, etc. in exchange for a stick--just to show how important that is (although I shouldn't have to). The G8 has a lot of stuff in it that is done right, being the first RWD Pontiac sedan in 20 years, not the least among them. But the purists will want a stick, and right now purists are the only ones who even know or care that Pontiac exists. The CTS is a great car, but it is also a luxury sedan in addition to a sports sedan, so Pontiac would do well to attack the sport sedan angle (which is also the purist angle), and it can't even pretend to do that without a stick. Great job GM. Now finish it.

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03-04-2008, 10:47 PM	#8 (permalink)
camaro_freak 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 3,588	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth it's a step in the right direction... the sooner these "goodies" make it across the board, the better. __________________ John Crichton: It's beer o'clock. Where's my riot?

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uvaeeman 3.5 Liter V6 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North Carolina Drives: 1998 White Bonneville SE Posts: 296	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth I thought the online ordering system had a more advanced engine option buried in it too... remember reading it on one of the g8-specific websites.

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uvaeeman 3.5 Liter V6 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: North Carolina Drives: 1998 White Bonneville SE Posts: 296	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Oh, I think it was dealerworld. http://g8gt.com/t2984/

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ctaylorzl1 5.3 Liter LS4 V8 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Indiana Drives: 1996 Dodge 3500 CTD 4x4 1992 Camaro RS 305 Posts: 3,303	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth I am impressed ALL G8's get Bluetooth! And GXP's will resemble the Commodore HSV, someone must be listening! Now if only they would get NAV in the G8, lord know its made for it! __________________

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FStephenMasek 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Southern California Drives: 2006 Ford Explorer EB RWD V8 2002 Mercedes-Benz Posts: 1,999	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Let's see the GXP! What is the cause of the delay? Last edited by FStephenMasek : 03-05-2008 at 10:31 PM.

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vsd 6.2 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,912	Re: Confirmed: 2009 G8 Gets XM, Bluetooth Does anyone have a list of all the GM cars getting Bluetooth?

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