whos driven a g8?

ULTIMATEORANGESS · 08-05-2008, 07:54 PM

i test drove a G8GT yesterday with an auto stick. i prefer a manual but this car was nice. real nice! a bargain imo for what its sticker is. that heavy car doesnt feel heavy at all and gets right out from a stop. nice ride, very comfortable and very nice interior. it made my GTO feel ancient. it probably isnt as fast but thats not a big deal.

for those that have one or have driven one what was your impression?

Jak · 08-05-2008, 08:37 PM

I test drove a G8GT a couple months ago. for a four door it handles great. I really liked it, that's why it's one of my fall backs if the Camaro gets priced out of range.

ULTIMATEORANGESS · 08-05-2008, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jak

I test drove a G8GT a couple months ago. for a four door it handles great. I really liked it, that's why it's one of my fall backs if the Camaro gets priced out of range.

i imagine this will be a nicer car and be priced higher than a comparably equipped camaro. a GXP version is going to be an animal but yet have a nice ride in addition to better handling and braking.

these cars are priced to sell.

storm79 · 08-05-2008, 10:22 PM

was gonna drive one but then found out u had 2 be 18 haha

Cubanaso · 08-06-2008, 04:22 PM

I love the look inside and out of the G8, it's priced pretty good, but read a thread I'm about to post for more...

Urthman · 08-11-2008, 05:00 PM

I own one and love it every time I'm in it. The G8 is in my opinion the best American car on the road right now.

Cubanaso · 08-11-2008, 09:37 PM

What type of fuel economy are you seeing...city and highway?

jojohn33 · 08-11-2008, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Urthman

I own one and love it every time I'm in it. The G8 is in my opinion the best American car on the road right now.

How is it a american car?

*Camaro_Corvette* · 08-11-2008, 11:15 PM

I test drove one, but it was a base model w/cheap seats and a v6, the next week the same dealer got in a fully loaded GT, and i test drove it. Loved it, much better than the base model, more comfortable, and Damn fast.. fastest four door i have ever driven, thats for sure.

JEFF2010SSMANUAL · 08-12-2008, 09:48 AM

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Originally Posted by camaro_corvette

I test drove one, but it was a base model w/cheap seats and a v6, the next week the same dealer got in a fully loaded GT, and i test drove it. Loved it, much better than the base model, more comfortable, and Damn fast.. fastest four door i have ever driven, thats for sure.

COOL. I looked at the G8 GT last week and liked the fit and finish along with the nice interior, but I didn't drive it. Very high quality IMO.

Cubanaso · 08-12-2008, 10:01 AM

I was ready to go look at it but then GM forced an auto in it.

G8GT4now · 08-12-2008, 01:13 PM

I own one. I too wanted a stick, so when the GXP version comes out later this year I will trade my GT in. I previously owned a 2001 Firebird Formula. The backseats were useless in the Formula, and I suspect it will be the same in the Camaro.

The GT is tuned for 87 octane from the factory. When it is tuned to run on premium gas, many owners are getting an increase of 35 RWHP, which puts its number near the automatic V8 Camaro.

Cubanaso · 08-12-2008, 03:59 PM

Quote:

The backseats were useless in the Formula, and I suspect it will be the same in the Camaro.

This is the reason I think the dream of a camaro is dead for me.

:o(

So, what type of fuel economy are you seeing?

Congoman775 · 08-12-2008, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by G8GT4now

I own one. I too wanted a stick, so when the GXP version comes out later this year I will trade my GT in. I previously owned a 2001 Firebird Formula. The backseats were useless in the Formula, and I suspect it will be the same in the Camaro.

The GT is tuned for 87 octane from the factory. When it is tuned to run on premium gas, many owners are getting an increase of 35 RWHP, which puts its number near the automatic V8 Camaro.

I dont think so... if you have ever been in the back seat of a GTO those seats are comfortable!!

not the crap in the back of the rustangs, but sport buckets. and as long as your not a big person, you'll fit!

08-05-2008, 07:54 PM	#1
ULTIMATEORANGESS Drives: 1999 Hugger SS 2005 QS GTO Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: new jersey Posts: 42	whos driven a g8? i test drove a G8GT yesterday with an auto stick. i prefer a manual but this car was nice. real nice! a bargain imo for what its sticker is. that heavy car doesnt feel heavy at all and gets right out from a stop. nice ride, very comfortable and very nice interior. it made my GTO feel ancient. it probably isnt as fast but thats not a big deal. for those that have one or have driven one what was your impression?

08-05-2008, 10:22 PM	#4
storm79 Drives: 2007 GMC Sierra Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Middle of nowhere Posts: 281	was gonna drive one but then found out u had 2 be 18 haha __________________

08-06-2008, 04:22 PM	#5
Cubanaso Follower of CHRIST! Drives: 2005 Mazda RX8 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central FL Posts: 299	I love the look inside and out of the G8, it's priced pretty good, but read a thread I'm about to post for more... __________________ A GM V8 in every home....

08-11-2008, 09:37 PM	#7
Cubanaso Follower of CHRIST! Drives: 2005 Mazda RX8 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central FL Posts: 299	What type of fuel economy are you seeing...city and highway? __________________ A GM V8 in every home....

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Camaro_Corvette 36.58625, -121.7568 Drives: Team 1LE Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Earth Posts: 23,710 View My Garage	I test drove one, but it was a base model w/cheap seats and a v6, the next week the same dealer got in a fully loaded GT, and i test drove it. Loved it, much better than the base model, more comfortable, and Damn fast.. fastest four door i have ever driven, thats for sure. __________________ I am seriously never serious vv V vv Next order of business

08-05-2008, 08:37 PM	#2
Jak Drives: 03 Dodge Dakota Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 627	I test drove a G8GT a couple months ago. for a four door it handles great. I really liked it, that's why it's one of my fall backs if the Camaro gets priced out of range.

08-11-2008, 05:00 PM	#6
Urthman Future Camaro Owner Drives: 2010 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4dr Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Virginia Posts: 544 View My Garage	I own one and love it every time I'm in it. The G8 is in my opinion the best American car on the road right now.

08-12-2008, 10:01 AM	#11
Cubanaso Follower of CHRIST! Drives: 2005 Mazda RX8 Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Central FL Posts: 299	I was ready to go look at it but then GM forced an auto in it. __________________ A GM V8 in every home....

08-12-2008, 01:13 PM	#12
G8GT4now Drives: 14 SS Sedan Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 474	I own one. I too wanted a stick, so when the GXP version comes out later this year I will trade my GT in. I previously owned a 2001 Firebird Formula. The backseats were useless in the Formula, and I suspect it will be the same in the Camaro. The GT is tuned for 87 octane from the factory. When it is tuned to run on premium gas, many owners are getting an increase of 35 RWHP, which puts its number near the automatic V8 Camaro.

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