C&G Pontiac census

[Camino LS6]

1. How many new Pontiacs have you purchased (or leased) in the last decade (since the '98 model year)?

2. Do you intend to purchase/lease another new Pontiac in the next two model years?

For me:

1. Two - 2002 Formula Firehawk and 2004 GTO

2. Yes - the G8 Sport Truck ( true name still unknown)

[Satty]

0 and nope

In fact, I only know 1 person who has purchased a new Pontiac in the last decade, and she traded her Bonneville in for an Acura TL Type-S.

[Camino LS6]

0 and nope

In fact, I only know 1 person who has purchased a new Pontiac in the last decade, and she traded her Bonneville in for an Acura TL Type-S.

Seems you have forgotten to count your C&G friends. :AH-HA_wink:

[z28luvr01]

1. None.

2. Possibly. Depends on how finances go. The G8 ST and both Solstice variants are on the list.

[ocnblu]

1. Zero

2. Possibly. Candidates: Solstice coupe, G6 coupe, G5 GT. Other Pontiacs I like are out of my price range... G8 ST.

[griff7774]

1. no

2. yes

[Intrepidation]

1.) 0

2.) I want the Camaro and a Challenger first, but a G8 is most certainly on my list. It's just ashame I'd have to get a manual unless I paid extra for a GXP.

[FUTURE_OF_GM]

1) Zer0

2) Pontiac is probably the FIRST place I would go for a new car to either buy a G8 GXP or Solstice Targa GXP. I would even consider a G5 over the Cobalt if it had original styling and a sporty nature.

Notice how there are so many people who HAVEN'T bought a Pontiac but are now WILLING to look? That shows progress GM, the kind of progress you need for GROWTH instead of shrinking your market share.

Edited June 27, 2008 by FUTURE_OF_GM

[Intrepidation]

1) Zer0

2) Pontiac is probably the FIRST place I would go for a new car to either buy a G8 GXP or Solstice Targa GXP. I would even consider a G5 over the Cobalt if it had original styling and a sporty nature.

Notice how there are so many people who HAVEN'T bought a Pontiac but are now WILLING to look? That shows progress GM, the kind of progress you need for GROWTH instead of shrinking your market share.

Also notice which models are getting the attention...but conversely two members just bought G6's...

[cletus8269]

1. g'parents just traded 97 bonne for a 08 g6

2. since no rwd impy is in the works i'd heavily consider a g8 gxp if i had disposable income.

[AAS]

1. 0

2. No

[prinzSD]

1. 2001 Montanna, (thought I still own my 2 TAs that were bought new, they don't count).

2. The G8 is on my list.

[buickguy]

I had a used LeMans, and wanted one of the late 80s early 90s Sunbird convertible really bad when they first come out., but couldn't afford it.

By the time I could afford one Pontiac had turned the Sunbird into a total chick car. White tops, swishy stickers on the side, and then it became the Sunfire.

When I was a kid I love the Firebirds, and might be one if they made it now.

[prinzSD]

1. How many new Pontiacs have you purchased (or leased) in the last decade (since the '98 model year)?

2. Do you intend to purchase/lease another new Pontiac in the next two model years?

For me:

1. Two - 2002 Formula Firehawk and 2004 GTO

2. Yes - the G8 Sport Truck ( true name still unknown)

LS, didn't you just buy a G8 or am I confusing you with another CnGer? I know you want the ST, but for some reason I thought you got the sedan in the meantime.

[Camino LS6]

LS, didn't you just buy a G8 or am I confusing you with another CnGer? I know you want the ST, but for some reason I thought you got the sedan in the meantime.

Wasn't me, I'm not big on sedans nor automatics.

I will be waiting for a manual ST.

[mustang84]

1. 0

2. The G8 would be on my list if I could afford it. If Pontiac builds a RWD Alpha coupe in the next couple years, I will be very interested.

[Robert Hall]

1) 0

2) I will definitely test drive the G8 GT

[§carlet §wordfish]

1. I can't remember if we got our '00 Sunfire new or used.

2. Maaaaybe a Vibe.

[Chevy Nick]

1) 2006 Pontiac GTO

2) '09 G8 GXP

[REDO1GPGT]

1. No, just a used 2001 Grand Prix.

2. Yes, possibly G6 or G8 when I graduate college.

[daves87rs]

1. 0

2. Maybe a Vibe or G6

[Blake Noble]

1. None. Our Pontiac G6 was purchased used.

2. The G8 and Solstice hardtop are tempting.

[gm4life]

1. I have owned... A 1971 Bonneville (got it new) a 1977 Bonneville (got it new) a 1990 Grand Prix (program car) and a 2005 Bonneville SLE (CPO dealer driven car. 1st one to title it) and a 2007 Pontiac Torrent FWD (new) so five Pontiac's I DON'T have commitment issues. I like my Pontiacs.

2. Within the next two years unlikely however it could happen. Just like I said with Chevrolet and Caddy, but don't worry I love the G6 Coupe, Solstice and G8 Series.

Edited June 28, 2008 by gm4life

[!!!TED!!!]

1. Zero

2. Unlikely.

[hyperv6]

1. How many new Pontiacs have you purchased (or leased) in the last decade (since the '98 model year)?

2. Do you intend to purchase/lease another new Pontiac in the next two model years?

For me:

1. in the last 10 years 2 new Pontiacs and 1 GMC if that counts now.

2. I had planned to look at a G8 Truck but with gas going up I many be going Turbo 4 cylinder.

I will buy a new GM car next year and as of now it is going to be a Solstice coupe, HHR SS or a long shot chance a Camaro V6.

Right now the HHR SS fits my needs of a fun car to drive, family hauler and truck replacment. The G8 truck is my personel pick but with rising gas but the fact it would give me 3 vehicles and leave me with only one that would carry more than 2 people would not be a practical choice. This also hurts the Solstice too.

I may have to get the HHR SS as my daily beater and if it is still around a G8 for the wife to replace her GP in about 3-4 years.

I hope to pick up a Solstice later used as a play car.

I never really considered a 4 cylinder or a HHR but my test drive in the SS left a mark on my memory. I did not have a saleman with me and I could let here go. It was a good ride in a cheap package that will do all I want it to do. Just if they could get rid of the FWD. Plus near 30 MPG is a plus.

[Oracle of Delphi]

1. 12

2. Me none, I'm so done with Pontiac, wife may want a Vibe or Torrent if we come back to the USA, but I tell her the same as I tell y'all, better hurry!!!!

[BigPontiac]

For me:

1. 0

2. maybe - I need to see how the G8 GXP 6MT turns out

[SoCalCTS]

1. None

2. Probably not. I might consider the Solstice Coupe if it gets Navigation... otherwise, a categorical NO!

[ToniCipriani]

1. How many new Pontiacs have you purchased (or leased) in the last decade (since the '98 model year)?

Just one, my G6 in 2006. Previously had the leased Cavalier in 2002.

2. Do you intend to purchase/lease another new Pontiac in the next two model years?

Depends, if the Solstice is still around I might think of it and depending on my financial situation. Probably as a second car. Or if the G6 returns NOT AS A REBADGED MALIBU and has a proper manual option not on the top of the line.

[DetroitNut90]

1. None

2. To answer the question as-posed, no. I will be too busy with student loans. But if I did have the money for a new car, I would go to my local BPG dealer and buy the Panther Black G8 V6 they have on their lot.

[Cremazie]

1. Yes, 1999 Grand Am SE V6

2. Maybe a G8

[haypops]

1. 1999 Grand Am GT

2. not really in the market for a new car, but if I were I would consider Pontiac. I jokingly told my Toyota son in law the best way to meet the hands free cell phone requirement starting in July is to buy a new Solstice with On Star.

Previous Pontiacs 1949, 1954 Star Chieftain, and a 1973 Catalina (used).

[Z-06]

1. 0

2. G8 GT or GXP with stick. Truck if it comes with stick. G3

[2QuickZ's]

1) None

2) Possibly a G8 in 2010 but leaning more toward other vehicles

[Brougham-Holiday]

1. Yes new 2007 Pontiac G6 V6 (dads)

2. Me no, dad wants a new on in a few years when he retires.

[bobo]

1. 0

2. Very slight chance of getting a G8 ST.

[PonchoFan]

1. One, a 2000 Grand Am.

2. Hopefully a G8.

[network engineer]

1. Yes 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (traded it in)

2. Potentially a G8 GT. Good value for under $30k The GXP will probably be outside my price range

[caddycruiser]

For me AND the 'rents:

1. Parents, never. I just bought a loaded new '08 G6 GT coupe after a fun test drive, my first Pontiac AND my first new car.

2. Very possible, for either me or them. Now with the G6 I'm turned back on to the brand, and if more and better products keep coming, we very well could.

[Diehard GrandPrix Fan]

1. Three: 92 Sunbird, I know, older than 98, 99 Grand Am, and my current 08 Grand Prix

2. No. Unless they bring back North American designed/made Grand Prix and Bonneville to live on forever, Kill all Holdens and imports(Vibe), never to return, from their line up and returns to the NASCAR with the Grand Prix, while dropping Toyota from NASCAR while killing Chevy Impala never to return and diss all the Chevy re-badges in exchange for their own body design(like Impala and Grand Prix was, that were different in looks). Otherwise, I won't be comming back to GM.

Edited June 29, 2008 by Diehard GrandPrix Fan

[Intrepidation]

1. 3: 92 Sunbird, I know, older than 98, 99 Grand Am, and my current 08 Grand Prix

2. No. Unless they bring back North American designed/made Grand Prix and Bonneville to live on forever, Kill all Holdens and imports(Vibe), never to return, from their line up and returns to the NASCAR with the Grand Prix, while killing Chevy Impala never for it to return and diss all the Chevy re-badges in exchange for their own body design(like Impala and Grand Prix was, that were different in looks). Otherwise, I won't be comming back to GM.

There's a lovely Kia Reo waiting for you then.

[Diehard GrandPrix Fan]

There's a lovely Kia Reo waiting for you then.

Nope, I hate Imports, even for my native country Korea's. My next car will probably be either Dodge, or Chrysler. Well, in about 20 years, since I will never part with my Grand Prix. Well, even if I get my 4th car. If it dies on me, I am going to restore it and still keep it, for it was the car I wanted for so long and the one GM killed without mercy.

[Intrepidation]

Nope, I hate Imports, even for my native country Korea's. My next car will probably be either Dodge, or Chrysler. Well, in about 20 years, since I will never part with my Grand Prix. Well, even if I get my 4th car. If it dies on me, I am going to restore it and still keep it, for it was the car I wanted for so long and the one GM killed without mercy.

Well good for you, keep that baby going.

[vonVeezelsnider]

1. Off Lease: 2007 G5 SE Sedan

2. Never Again.

[GMTruckGuy74]

1. 3 (Leased: 1999 Grand Am GT1, 2000 Grand Prix GT; Financed: 2008 G6 V6)

2. Possibly, depending on my needs and what models are being offered

[zabolots]

1. 2000 Grand Prix GTP, 2005 Grand Prix GXP

2. Interested in G8 GT once Bluetooth is available

[FUTURE_OF_GM]

This thread proves that Pontiac is hitting it's target demographics since the answers have been pretty universally "yes" AND we're all enthusiasts.

[FUTURE_OF_GM]

1. 12

2. Me none, I'm so done with Pontiac, wife may want a Vibe or Torrent if we come back to the USA, but I tell her the same as I tell y'all, better hurry!!!!

So why are you so anti-Pontiac?

Did the division leave a bad taste in your mouth.... Or is that taste just from CPF?

:AH-HA_wink:

Did someone from Pontiac piss in your cornflakes? Oh I forgot, Uncle Bob is why right? Did he deny you a promotion or are you just professionally jealous? You want to kill Pontiac and Holden because you (and your faction) hate Uncle Bob. It all makes so much sense now! You sold your soul to the CPF side of the company because you, for some reason, hate GMNA leadership. Now this little gasoline spike is just the stroke of luck you needed to see things go your way and prove a point at the expense of the company AND it's enthusiasts.

It's great to see that the leadership at GM is so mature and intelligent these days. It's just too bad someone hasn't retired you yet PCS.

On a related note, I enjoyed the praise heaped onto the G8 from a CALIFORNIA reader in one of this months rags (C&D maybe?) talking about how "cars like this are what GM needs to sell in markets like Cali"

Edited June 29, 2008 by FUTURE_OF_GM

[Oracle of Delphi]

So why are you so anti-Pontiac?

Did the division leave a bad taste in your mouth.... Or is that taste just from CPF?

:AH-HA_wink:

Did someone from Pontiac piss in your cornflakes? Oh I forgot, Uncle Bob is why right? Did he deny you a promotion or are you just professionally jealous? You want to kill Pontiac and Holden because you (and your faction) hate Uncle Bob. It all makes so much sense now! You sold your soul to the CPF side of the company because you, for some reason, hate GMNA leadership. Now this little gasoline spike is just the stroke of luck you needed to see things go your way and prove a point at the expense of the company AND it's enthusiasts.

It's great to see that the leadership at GM is so mature and intelligent these days. It's just too bad someone hasn't retired you yet PCS.

On a related note, I enjoyed the praise heaped onto the G8 from a CALIFORNIA reader in one of this months rags (C&D maybe?) talking about how "cars like this are what GM needs to sell in markets like Cali"

What are you going on about?

[FUTURE_OF_GM]

What are you going on about?

What's wrong?

No witty comeback? Too close to home? Do I know too much?

Hmmm....