Can't decide

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

I'd go for the G8. You'll see a Charger on every corner (including police cruisers) and the styling will grow old just as fast as the previous model did.

[Raza]

Get a Magnum SRT.  Those things were badass. 

[SVT666]

Get a Magnum SRT.  Those things were badass. 

The thought crosses my mind every time I see one, but the mileage blows.

[S204STi]

I'm still a huge fan of the G8, because it was probably the best car ever sold under the Pontiac brand, but the fact that it's discontinued and that parts come from the other hemisphere and across the pacific makes it hard for me to recommend it from a practical standpoint.  But if you feel you are able to find parts for it, then I'd go for it.  Just a heads up, GM is huge on networking things, and making them all interdependent, so things like the stereo are going to be a major hassle to repair and it's not as easy as putting a double-din aftermarket head unit in its place, trust me.  The radio is not only cosmetically the entire center console, it's also a module integrated with the onboard LAN, so it's not something to mess with too much. 

[Onslaught]

I wouldn't go for the G8. Not because I don't like the car because I think it's kind of cool. But if it's going to be something you use and need as a DD then it's taking a big risk that it won't turn into a problem down the road.
If you wanted a toy car and wanted a SKY or something that was just for fun then it be one thing. But a car you really need all the time is something different.

That's just my take on it anyway.

[Vinsanity]

I suspect Madman might have a thing or three to share about owning a captive import...

[r0tor]

What does that mean? He has one and used the law to return it? What were the issues?

Multiple electrical and mechanical issues... The nail in the coffin was they couldn't get the sunroof to stop leaking

[sportyaccordy]

It's sexy alright and would be a consideration if the car was going to be driven by my wife for the vast majority of the time...but I really want RWD and over 300 hp

Are you gonna be drifting + doing many WOT runs?

What about a 335i? Boring to look at but seems to cover all the other bases.

[68_427]

Are you gonna be drifting + doing many WOT runs?

What about a 335i? Boring to look at but seems to cover all the other bases.

He said too expensive, and it's pretty small.

[SVT666]

Are you gonna be drifting + doing many WOT runs?

Yes.

[SVT666]

It may or may not surprise you that the enthusiast in me is not listening to the practical part of me and the G8 is currently on the top of my list.  The availability of aftermarket parts for this car is staggering, the styling is fantastic, and I can always improve the handling (which is pretty good) with springs and dampers.  The rarity of the car is very attractive despite the possible headaches in getting body or chassis pieces if ever required.

[r0tor]

I'd personally take a 335i... It's just a beautiful dancing partner

[SVT666]

I'd personally take a 335i... It's just a beautiful dancing partner

It's also $10K more.

[S204STi]

It may or may not surprise you that the enthusiast in me is not listening to the practical part of me and the G8 is currently on the top of my list.  The availability of aftermarket parts for this car is staggering, the styling is fantastic, and I can always improve the handling (which is pretty good) with springs and dampers.  The rarity of the car is very attractive despite the possible headaches in getting body or chassis pieces if ever required.

I dig this.

[68_427]

It may or may not surprise you that the enthusiast in me is not listening to the practical part of me and the G8 is currently on the top of my list.  The availability of aftermarket parts for this car is staggering, the styling is fantastic, and I can always improve the handling (which is pretty good) with springs and dampers.  The rarity of the car is very attractive despite the possible headaches in getting body or chassis pieces if ever required.

If anything happens you can just go with Vauxhaul/Holden/Chevy parts.  

BTW I saw a blue G8 GT today and it was smexy.

Also you could just get an auto GXP, but you'd have to buy one down here.

[SVT666]

If anything happens you can just go with Vauxhaul/Holden/Chevy parts. 

BTW I saw a blue G8 GT today and it was smexy.

Yeah, I really dig it in blue, white, and dark red.  But I think I like white the best.

[68_427]

Every once and a while I see an old couple romping around in a blue one.  Makes me smile.

[thewizard16]

Yeah, I really dig it in blue, white, and dark red.  But I think I like white the best.

I like where your mind is at. Go for it! One of my neighbors up the street has a G8 in black, and it's a gorgeous car.

[Vinsanity]

Maybe the replacement parts issue won't be much of a problem once the Caprice cop cars start hitting the road

[Eye of the Tiger]

I serioudly would not worry about replacement parts.

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

Fund a white one for you that pretty cheap. Miles are kinda high tho!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-G8-GT-6-0L-Auto-Roof-Leather-/380382304393?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item58908d5889#ht_19591wt_1164

[SVT666]

Yeah, I won't be going over 45K miles.

[Vinsanity]

Yeah, I won't be going over 45K miles.

If you have your heart set on a G8, you might want to pick one up sooner rather than later, then. They stopped selling them on this continent in 2009(?), and at that rate, the bulk of them will be reaching 45k miles during the coming year.

[Byteme]

It's hard to leave Ford because my SVTF, Explorer, Mustangs, Freestyle, and trucks were all trouble free.  Not a single repair (that wasn't related to maintenance) on any of the Fords I've ever owned, but Ford hasn't built a sedan I want to buy in...well...ever.

You might want to wait and see what the 2013 Fusion looks like.  Spy shots I've seen look pretty decent.

[SVT666]

You might want to wait and see what the 2013 Fusion looks like.  Spy shots I've seen look pretty decent.

FWD V6.

[SVT666]

If you have your heart set on a G8, you might want to pick one up sooner rather than later, then. They stopped selling them on this continent in 2009(?), and at that rate, the bulk of them will be reaching 45k miles during the coming year.

There are hundreds of them for sale right now across the US with under 30,000. 

[68_427]

Any auto GXPs?

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

Any auto GXPs?

I found 4 on Ebay. They where in the 28-32k range.

[68_427]

I found 4 on Ebay. They where in the 28-32k range.

One silver and three red?  I saw them too. 

[sportyaccordy]

It's also $10K more.

You're already talking about aftermarket parts....

335i is much better in bang for buck dept for go fastness, between the 400lb weight advantage and cheap bo0st options.

Prob won't need much, if any, suspension work either.

Just sayin "