SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept - Page 2

BORG · 10-31-2008, 10:53 PM

GM is nearly broke and they are wasting money bringing thing to our shores. They can barely sell the awesome G8, let alone a useless, and ugly as sin 2-seat version. What is wrong with Lutz and why is he still employed?!

page2171 · 10-31-2008, 11:06 PM

If I didn't have three kids I would be all over the ST, but since I do have three kids I would prefer a sportwagon.

Orbit Orange · 10-31-2008, 11:20 PM

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maybe as a second vehicle for family guys who'd buy it, rather than have something that struggles to get double-digit fuel economy and has the driving - and parking - dynamics of a whale.

You hit the nail on the head describing my situation. I will own one and I don't give a damn how many people thinks it sucks. It will fulfill a vehicle want and need at the same time. I don't want or need a full size mammoth guzzler truck that handles like a brick. Haters can keep drinking the haterade. I'll be happy.

**BigAls87Z28** · 10-31-2008, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FierySolstice

This car/truck is a joke. They should of brought the coupe and wagon over.

What coupe?

GMusa · 11-01-2008, 12:22 AM

I dont think they are thinking it will sell well.. i think its just to bring more attention to the brand.

TimR · 11-01-2008, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28

What coupe?

Exactly...there is no coupe...and that is a shame because the G8 is a sexy car but I won't buy a four door.

**BigAls87Z28** · 11-01-2008, 01:02 AM

Why not?
G8 ST is a 2 door, with a big ol'trunk.
I think that Holden would love a coupe, but without North American support...

powervette · 11-01-2008, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Aych Es Vee

You dont need an aftermarket company, Holden makes them themselves

thank You for your precious time you spend on searching the links

. Of course I know it. But being lazy, I'd rather order them from one company.

Col Klink · 11-01-2008, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by BORG

GM is nearly broke and they are wasting money bringing thing to our shores. They can barely sell the awesome G8, let alone a useless, and ugly as sin 2-seat version. What is wrong with Lutz and why is he still employed?!

Ugly as sin - I don't think so, hey ute's aren't my thing but compared to some of the ugly junk GMNA sells it is at least nice (not beautiful) ie the HHR to quote Arnie in Predator - that is one ugly Mutha F###er, they sell those don't they.

Col Klink · 11-01-2008, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by BigAls87Z28

Why not?
G8 ST is a 2 door, with a big ol'trunk.
I think that Holden would love a coupe, but without North American support...

Agree Holden has to say TTFN now to NA forget them build it (coupe) for local & middle East only.

tgagneguam · 11-01-2008, 08:19 AM

Marketed correctly-a big "if" for the General-this car could definitely find a following in the U.S. Then again, I like this GM Australia line of vehicles (sedan, coupe, Ute, and wagon), so my judgment could be clouded.

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Originally Posted by Aych Es Vee

On a non sequitur note, I still think the V-Rod is the best bike on the street, as sacrilege as it is to suggest to true fans of H-D (I envision desmo9's eyes rolling as he reads this).

Admittedly, I could do without the green-ish paint job.

Eddie Fiero · 11-01-2008, 11:43 AM

For those who like to be different, to stand apart from the crowd that drive Camrys and Accords, who crave to drive something totally unlike anything else brand new off the showroom floor -- welcome G8 ST! I think it looks HOT! And I will always hold out hope for the SportWagon to come here, too. Cadillac is expanding the CTS family by adding a coupe and wagon, so why not have a full selection of G8s? There are currently three G6s -- sedan, coupe, convertible -- and how practical is the convertible? I read a lot of car enthusiasts screaming for Pontiac to be unique and stand out like the good ol' days -- well, if the ST doesn't do that, what will? Make mine Stryker Blue!

jwrebholz · 11-01-2008, 12:04 PM

I still think this is a good substitute for a small truck, for someone who needs a truck some of the time but doesn't need to haul big loads. Didn't they say this thing could tow like 5 thousand pounds?

TJ95GAGT · 11-01-2008, 01:31 PM

I think it'll be ok, it should sell in the limited numbers GM wants it to. I do think it's somewhat silly not to offer a V6, considering how GM seems to be so concerned with CAFE and the elimination/downsizing anything big. Do they not offer a V6 Ute in Australia?

TriShield · 11-01-2008, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by stevecmh

im sorry..

am i the only one that thinks bring this to America is a bad idea.

i do not think it is the time for it.. i think it will not sell good

As a Pontiac yes, a terrible idea.

As a Chevrolet, a great idea. The Commodore sedan should have been a Chevrolet from the beginning as well.

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BORG 2.8 Liter Turbocharged V6 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rochester Hills, MI, USA Drives: 2007 Lincoln MKZ & MKX 2009 Lincoln MKS Posts: 982	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept GM is nearly broke and they are wasting money bringing thing to our shores. They can barely sell the awesome G8, let alone a useless, and ugly as sin 2-seat version. What is wrong with Lutz and why is he still employed?! Last edited by BORG : 10-31-2008 at 11:52 PM.

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page2171 4.6 Liter Northstar V8 Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Camp Pendleton, CA Posts: 1,593	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept If I didn't have three kids I would be all over the ST, but since I do have three kids I would prefer a sportwagon.

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GMusa 6.2 Liter LS3 V8 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Toledo, Ohio. U.S.A! Posts: 3,073	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept I dont think they are thinking it will sell well.. i think its just to bring more attention to the brand. __________________ -JD My Ride: 2005 Ford Mustang GT Coupe (Getting ready to trade up!) Project Car: 1969 Javelin SST 290 Family's Cars: -2010 Ford Fusion SE (Sport Blue) -2007 Chevy Cobalt Sedan LT -2007 Pontiac Grand Prix GT -1997 Chevy Camaro V6 30th Anniversary Edition -1998 Ford Taurus SE -1997 Oldsmobile Acheiva Sedan

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Eddie Fiero 2.5L Iron Duke Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Spring Hill, TN ~ home of the Chevy Traverse Drives: 02 Saturn L200, 92 Trans Sport, 89 Cavalier Z24 Posts: 25	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept For those who like to be different, to stand apart from the crowd that drive Camrys and Accords, who crave to drive something totally unlike anything else brand new off the showroom floor -- welcome G8 ST! I think it looks HOT! And I will always hold out hope for the SportWagon to come here, too. Cadillac is expanding the CTS family by adding a coupe and wagon, so why not have a full selection of G8s? There are currently three G6s -- sedan, coupe, convertible -- and how practical is the convertible? I read a lot of car enthusiasts screaming for Pontiac to be unique and stand out like the good ol' days -- well, if the ST doesn't do that, what will? Make mine Stryker Blue! __________________ Jesus Eddie Fiero: Mouthpiece for the Unborn www.nrlc.org former rides: '72 Bonneville, '75 Grand Am 455, '76 Grand Prix LJ, '84 Fiero, '82 Cavalier My review of the G8 and other misc. stuff: http://www.springhillinformer.com/?cat=22

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11-01-2008, 12:04 PM	#28 (permalink)
jwrebholz 4.6 Liter Northstar V8 Join Date: May 2004 Posts: 1,688	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept I still think this is a good substitute for a small truck, for someone who needs a truck some of the time but doesn't need to haul big loads. Didn't they say this thing could tow like 5 thousand pounds?

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TJ95GAGT 3.6 Liter SIDI V6 Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: DE Drives: 09 G8 GT Posts: 1,009	Re: SEMA 08: Pontiac G8 ST Concept I think it'll be ok, it should sell in the limited numbers GM wants it to. I do think it's somewhat silly not to offer a V6, considering how GM seems to be so concerned with CAFE and the elimination/downsizing anything big. Do they not offer a V6 Ute in Australia?

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