2009 Pontiac G8 Gxp 415+ Hp 6-speed Auto Trans 27,217 Miles Rebuilt Title on 2040-cars
Clawson, Michigan, United States
Vehicle Title:Rebuilt, Rebuildable & Reconstructed
Engine:6.2L 376Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Pontiac
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: G8
Trim: GXP Sedan 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 27,217
Exterior Color: Black
The Specs
The G8, a North American version of the Holden Commodore built in Australia, came ashore midway through the '08 model year as a 256-hp V6-powered base model and in the GT format that features a 6.0-liter 361-hp generation IV V8.The 6.2-liter LS3 engine allows the GXP to assume top-dog status over the GT by putting out 415 hp and an equal amount of torque. In fact, the GXP is the most powerful Pontiac ever. The company claims 0-to-60 mph times of 4.7 seconds (about a half-second quicker than the GT) and a 13-flat quarter-mile time at around 108 mph.
The G8 GT's 6.0-liter V8 and the GXP's 6.2-liter engine both have aluminum blocks with cast-in-place iron cylinder liners. But the larger LS3 features a 4.06-in. versus 3.99-in. bore with an identical 3.62-in stroke. High-flow cylinder heads with larger valves and a revised valvetrain with offset intake rocker arms combine with the larger diameter, higher rpm pistons to allow the LS3 to rev to a 6600 rpm redline versus the 6000 rpm limit of the 6.0-liter GT engine. Besides better breathing, the LS3 also benefits from a high-flow intake manifold and high-flow fuel injectors. Compression ratio also gets bumped to 10.7:1 versus 10.4:1, enough to require premium fuel. Conspiracy theorists, along with the merely curious, should know that the 15 additional horses listed for this same engine in the Corvette are the result of less restrictive exhaust tuning.
A Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic with 3.27:1 final drive ratio (versus the GT's 2.92:1) comes standard on the GXP. The GXP is the only G8 model to offer a six-speed manual transmission as an option in the form of a Tremec TR6060 with 3.70:1 rear gearing. A limited-slip differential is standard on all GXPs.
Only minor tinkering and a few badges were added to the G8's already aggressive exterior to distinguish the GXP from its siblings. The lower front fascia has an enhanced splitter while at the rear a black air diffuser sits below the bumper between the twin dual-exhaust outlets. Interior tweaks include alloy-trimmed racing pedals and GXP-logo-embroidered seats with optional two-tone leather.
The Drive
The moment you wrap your hands around the beefy leather-wrapped wheel, slot the manual-shift lever into first and hit the street in the GXP, you'll feel a rush of 1960s muscle car deja vu courtesy of the rumbling exhaust, firm ride and torquey throttle response. Credit some of that to the track-tuned (including hot laps on the Nurburgring) suspension setup GM calls the FE3 package. It has 20 percent firmer shock and spring settings than the more compliant FE2-level setup of the base G8 and GT. Also included on the GXP are front and rear antiroll bars measuring 18 mm and 22 mm, respectively.Fortunately, your trip back to the '60s ends as soon as you point the GXP at the apex of the first turn of a tight and twisty road. Nicely weighted steering lets you position this car exactly where you want it to go, and the FE3 suspension and P245/40R19 performance tires take you there with serious grip. For added entertainment, even with the stability control engaged, it is possible to balance steering and throttle response for a little tail-wagging cornering fun. And should you need to stop quickly, the capable Brembo brakes, 14-in. four-piston caliper front, 12.76-in. single-piston rear are more than up for it.
Mileage is rated at 14 city and 20 highway for the stick, with automatic consuming 1 mpg more in each category. We came close to those numbers under moderate driving but dipped to about 11 mpg when our right foot got twitchy.
The Bottom Line
The Pontiac G8 GXP arrives at dealers in January. At $36,995 (before destination and gas-guzzler fees) the latest Pontaic G8 is a performance bargain compared to many of the hot European performance sedans. And best of all, this GXP should build back some credibility for Pontiac as GM's performance division.Pontiac G8 for Sale
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