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Cuban Classics, great photography of the last American cars in Cuba
Written By nyit on Saturday, February 19, 2011 | 1:43 PM
Pontiac GTO Review past
Written By nyit on Thursday, November 4, 2010 | 8:46 AM

The Pontiac GTO may have been the first true muscle car, but that distinction has never been enough to assure it an uninterrupted production run. Already, the Pontiac GTO has used up two lives. Originally produced from 1964-'74, the "Pontiac GTO" was resurrected for the 2004 model year after a 30-year hiatus. The new GTO (née Holden Monaro) was a definite sleeper style-wise, but in keeping with its muscle car heritage, it brought some serious under-hood heat.
Most Recent Pontiac GTO
Bland exterior styling was another weak point.
The bigger engine took the GTO up to a cool 400 horsepower, but between the 2 2 coupe's high price and dull styling, Pontiac simply couldn't sell enough of them. As a result, the Pontiac GTO was discontinued after the 2006 model year.
Past Pontiac GTO models
Introduced in 1964, the original GTO went through six generations before dying off after the 1974 model year. Always a rear-wheel-drive car, it was sold as both a two-door hardtop and a convertible with an assortment of big V8s. Legend has it that Pontiac stole the Pontiac GTO name from the equally legendary Ferrari 250 GTO, a car whose name was an acronym for "Gran Turismo Omologato."
The ostentatious GTO Judge model, sold in both body styles, is also less common.
A split dual-exhaust system adds an ominous rumble to the Pontiac GTO. A limited slip differential, three-channel traction control system, and four-wheel-disc anti-lock brakes come standard, along with a sport-tuned suspension for tenacious handling abilities. The '06 Pontiac GTO is distinguished by revised taillamp styling, which now features a black background instead of red.
Pontiac's first Holden Monaro-based GTO isn't even out yet--and here we are, speculating on the next model. Building it for several markets makes the Pontiac GTO economically viable. It also creates conflict because Holden needs a car that appeals to its customers' tastes. While the Aussies tend to like big, rear-drive V-8-powered cars, like we do, Holden is in the midst of shifting its design philosophy to match GM Europe's.
Pontiac GTO
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2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP Coupe Pictures
Written By nyit on Monday, August 30, 2010 | 8:56 PM
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP Coupe
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP Coupe
2009 Pontiac Solstice GXP Coupe Interior
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2009 Pontiac G8 GXP Pictures
Written By nyit on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 | 6:04 PM
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Pontiac g8
Written By nyit on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 | 7:23 PM
Pontiac g8 grill unlocks all of the luxurious potential that has been waiting to be released don't turn your back on it - this is where supreme class begins.
After years of offering a powerful and responsive rear-wheel-drive sports sedan designed for auto enthusiasts, the Pontiac G8 has been taken out of production.
If you recently purchased a new G8, you're still covered by the Best Coverage in America, including a 5-Year/100,000-Mile Transferrable Powertrain Limited Warranty,1 plus Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation.

In addition to aerodynamic styling and that trademark, unmistakable Pontiac front grille, the 2008 G8 is offered in Base and GT trims, with engines ranging from a zippy and smooth 256 horsepower 3.6-liter V6 to a very capable 361 horsepower 6.0-liter V8 under the hood mated to either a 5-speed or a 6-speed electronically-controlled automatic transmission. Inside, it offers seating capacity for up to five and a nice list of standard equipment, including auto climate control, heated seats, airbags and ABS.
us news rankings the pontiac g8 is a full-size sedan derived from holden ve commodore and assembled by the gm subsidiary holden in australia replacing the grand prix, the g8 is pontiac's largest
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Pontiac G6 2009 Interior
Written By nyit on Saturday, October 17, 2009 | 4:28 AM
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Pontiac Solstice 2009 Pictures
Written By nyit on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 | 8:16 PM
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Pontiac Solstice 2009 interior
| Base Price | $30,995 |
| Price as tested | $33,630 (est) |
| Vehicle layout | Front engine, RWD, 2-pass, 2-door coupe |
| Engine | 2.0L/260-hp/260-lb-ft turbcharged DOHC 16-valve I-4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Curb weight (dist f/r) | 3054 lb (52/48%) |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in |
| Length x width x height | 157.2 x 71.3 x 50.9 in |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4 sec |
| Quarter mile | 14.0 sec @ 100.0 mph |
| Braking, 60-0 mph | 119 ft |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.89 g (avg) |
| EPA city/hwy fuel econ | 19/28 mpg |
| CO2 emissions | 0.87 lb/mile |
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2009 Pontiac G6
Written By nyit on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 | 7:33 PM
2009 Pontiac G6
2009 Pontiac G6 Views
2009 Pontiac G6 interior
| Vehicle layout | front-engine, FWD, 5-passenger sedan, 4-passenger coupe and convertible |
| Engine | 2.4L/164-hp/156 lb-ft DOHC 16-valve I-4; 3.5L/221-hp/220 lb-ft OHV 12-valve V-6; 3.6L/252-hp/251 lb-ft DOHC 24-valve V-6; 3.9L/222-hp/238 lb-ft OHV 12-valve V-6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic |
| Curb weight (dist f/r) | 3305-3855 |
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in |
| Length x width x height | 189-189.1 x 70.4-70.6 x 56.4-57 in |
| Headroom, f/r | 38.4-39/36.1-36.5 in |
| Legroom, f/r | 42.2/34.2-37.6 in |
| Shoulder room, f/r | 54-55.4/44.8-55.4 in |
| Cargo volume | 5.8-14 cu ft |
| EPA City/Hwy Econ | 15-22/22-33 |
| CO2 Emissions | 0.75-1.11 lb/mile |
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2009 Pontiac G5
2009 Pontiac G5
2009 Pontiac G5 behind views
2009 Pontiac G5 dashboard
| Vehicle layout | Front engine, FWD, 5-pass, 2-door Coupe |
| Engine | 2.2L/155-hp/150-lb-ft DOHC 16-valve I-4 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic; 5-speed manual |
| Curb weight (dist f/r) | 2754-2836 lbs (mfr) |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in |
| Length x width x height | 179.8 x 67.5 x 55.6 in |
| Headroom, f/r | 38.1/35.7 in |
| Legroom, f/r | 42/32.2 in |
| Shoulder room, f/r | 53.1/49.3 in |
| Cargo volume | 13.9 cu.ft |
| Weight dist., f/r | 60/40 |
| EPA City/Hwy Econ | 23-25/32-37 mpg |
| CO2 Emissions | 0.66-0.72 lb/mile |
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Pontiac Cars
Written By nyit on Thursday, August 28, 2008 | 3:46 AM
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