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firebirdcrazy
12-17-2007, 04:33 PM
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?

http://www.flickr.com/photos/gmblogs/1170021569/
Blackbirdws6
12-17-2007, 05:17 PM
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.

-Brian
firebirdcrazy
12-17-2007, 05:19 PM
That might be the start of a whole new club too lol. I do like it myself
Rich189
12-17-2007, 05:57 PM
I'll probably pick one up in 2-3 years depending how the new camaro is
bubba428
12-17-2007, 06:13 PM
2.92 rear...that sucks
90FormulaWS6
12-17-2007, 07:54 PM
no manual trans?
ar0ck
12-17-2007, 08:10 PM
I plan on making that car my first "New Car" and daily driver.
Tru2Chevy
12-17-2007, 08:17 PM
no manual trans?

I believe the 6 speed will debut 6 months to a year after introduction....

- Justin
90FormulaWS6
12-17-2007, 08:28 PM
I believe the 6 speed will debut 6 months to a year after introduction....

- Justin
good things :nod:
Untamed
12-17-2007, 09:10 PM
I'm still leaning towards the G8 as my next DD, but after seeing the Malibu I am having second thoughts.
firebirdcrazy
12-18-2007, 06:35 AM
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.
bubba428
12-18-2007, 06:48 AM
I'm still leaning towards the G8 as my next DD, but after seeing the Malibu I am having second thoughts.

I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor
BonzoHansen
12-18-2007, 08:56 AM
I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor

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?
firebirdcrazy
12-18-2007, 09:15 AM
No there wont be a V8 option for the Malibu. Its competition for the mid size car class V6 AND v4
Frosty
12-18-2007, 01:03 PM
I like new Malibu better. Its only the 5.3 but thats still a strong motor

Are you on crack? There's no V8 in the Malibu.
Predator86
12-18-2007, 03:19 PM
Are you on crack? There's no V8 in the Malibu.

hes probably thinking of the new grand prix or the impala
Featherburner
12-18-2007, 03:56 PM
I'll be getting one in 2010. I love the look of it. It will make a great DD.
bubba428
12-19-2007, 09:37 PM
hes probably thinking of the new grand prix or the impala

it was the impala...i don't know why i was thinking the malibu
Savage_Messiah
12-20-2007, 02:22 AM
No there wont be a V8 option for the Malibu. Its competition for the mid size car class V6 AND v4

v4 eh? :lol:
bubba428
12-20-2007, 06:53 AM
v4 eh? :lol:

SWEET its got a bike motor!!!
slugger27nj
12-20-2007, 08:20 AM
I saw on GMI the other day that the first shipment of G8's is on the water and on it's way.
Iroc-z86
12-20-2007, 09:37 AM
if i wasnt getting the camaro i would def be trading in my gp on this. 6 speed of course :)
Featherburner
12-20-2007, 03:42 PM
if i wasnt getting the camaro i would def be trading in my gp on this. 6 speed of course :)
Auto or manual?
fastback79
12-20-2007, 11:37 PM
The new Cadillac CTS is a wicked four door.
Predator86
12-24-2007, 03:10 PM
The new Cadillac CTS is a wicked four door.

:drool:

direct injection v6 with 300+ hp....god i hate being poor:|