G5 GT? when did this come out?

magyver · 01-09-2007, 05:12 PM

well, i thought i was seeing a cobalt SS.. but it turned out to be a pontiac G5 GT. it must be on the cobalt unibody as it has the same stance, but has the tradition pontiac grill and ohter differnt looks. but was passed by it and was like WTF! so, it was brand new had dealer plates on it. was small like the cobalt which i like.. i might have to go check this out.. anyone else seen or heard any news about this?

Mike Jung · 01-09-2007, 05:22 PM

FIRST LOOK: Pontaic Pursuit

(Pontiac Sunfire replacement.)

Mike Jung · 01-09-2007, 05:24 PM

2007 Pontiac G5 News: Brand will receive entry-level coupe

2003SCT · 01-09-2007, 05:25 PM

Really what Pontiac needs more than the Cobalt cone is the new Holden Astra compact. Saturn is getting it but Pontiac should first...anyone checked it out yet? It's very cool!

CHRIS

2003SCT · 01-09-2007, 05:30 PM

The VXR variant is the hottest hatch out there for the Astra based coupes:

http://www.hsv.com.au/index_eseries....series/vxr.asp

CHRIS

LoboMan7409 · 01-09-2007, 07:38 PM

yeah that think is cooler than a rebadged Cobalt

bigbenSC · 01-09-2007, 10:00 PM

The G5 is a badge engineered piece of crap and is a perfect example of how GM got the reputation it has now. There was no need for the car.

notsoaveragej0e · 01-09-2007, 10:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

The G5 is a badge engineered piece of crap and is a perfect example of how GM got the reputation it has now. There was no need for the car.

They originally weren't even going to bring it here, but it sold really well as the Pursuit in Canadadiadeh, so they decided to bring it over here. It's all about the bottom line, biggie.

lone_wolf025 · 01-09-2007, 10:17 PM

I saw one of these in a parking lot a few weeks back. Struck me as a a G6 wanna be. Elicted a nice yawn as I got into MY much better looking car.

FuriousG · 01-09-2007, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LoboMan7409

yeah that think is cooler than a rebadged Cobalt

My friend that owns a Cobalt SS tells me that his car is basically an Opel Astra with different body panels. I'm not sure how true that is though since my landlord's brother owns an Astra and they don't really look all that similar to me. That and his Astra is German specs so chances are it would leave the SS sucking exhaust fumes.

Personally, I'm not a fan of these little 2 door domestic ricers.

LoboMan7409 · 01-10-2007, 12:01 AM

sorry I had a typo, I ment that that thing is better then the G5

MMGT1 · 01-10-2007, 07:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lone_wolf025

I saw one of these in a parking lot a few weeks back. Struck me as a a G6 wanna be. Elicted a nice yawn as I got into MY much better looking car.

^^^^I'm with you^^^^^^^^^

gaowners32 · 01-10-2007, 07:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2003SCT

Really what Pontiac needs more than the Cobalt cone is the new Holden Astra compact. Saturn is getting it but Pontiac should first...anyone checked it out yet? It's very cool!

CHRIS

I cant believe im going to say this but im buying a saturn when that comes out....where did you hear of this anyway?

EDIT: Found it never mind!!! Doesnt look very much like the holden but its better then the grand am

GregFarz78 · 01-10-2007, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigbengt67

The G5 is a badge engineered piece of crap and is a perfect example of how GM got the reputation it has now. There was no need for the car.

pontaic is doing a good job changing their image they need to get rid of this garbage if people want a cheap econobox go buy a chevy cobolt

Cormaster · 01-10-2007, 04:30 PM

The reason the G5 is just a quick re-badge of the colbalt is because GM felt pontiac needed an Entry-level coupe to buyers in the dealership. It also lowers their starting price. I imagine if it becomes a big hit they'll restyle it to be less colbalt like. After all, the Saturn Ion is on the platform and you can barely tell!

What i thinks redicolous is that this is GM's "sport" division, and they don't have a version of the Supercharged SS for the G5! Pontiac should ALWAYS have the bigger motor imo

AaronGTR · 01-10-2007, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2003SCT

The VXR variant is the hottest hatch out there for the Astra based coupes:

http://www.hsv.com.au/index_eseries....series/vxr.asp

CHRIS

Now that is a cool little car. And the stock wheels... 19x8" with 235/35-19 tires... why can't they put something nice and low profile like that on the solctice/sky instead of the big ol' chunkers on there? And get rid of the fender gap while they're at it...

Ajaxus · 01-10-2007, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cormaster

The reason the G5 is just a quick re-badge of the colbalt is because GM felt pontiac needed an Entry-level coupe to buyers in the dealership. It also lowers their starting price. I imagine if it becomes a big hit they'll restyle it to be less colbalt like. After all, the Saturn Ion is on the platform and you can barely tell!

What i thinks redicolous is that this is GM's "sport" division, and they don't have a version of the Supercharged SS for the G5! Pontiac should ALWAYS have the bigger motor imo

You don't know much about how they classify cars in the industry do ya? One of the pt cruisers is considered part of the "truck" division so that they can meet requirements for trucks meeting better fuel economy standards. You do what benefits you the most before what impresses the customer the most. The cash in your pocket and bank account come first for staying in business, and one good way is to meet government restrictions.

Not saying this is necessarily the case, but it is a very good possibility.

Cormaster · 01-11-2007, 05:11 AM

Well honestly I see nothing wrong with the G5 if they do it right, in which they aren't right now. Yeah right now the only thing that lines up with the rest of the lineup is the name! The only few differences between the colbalt and the G5 are the front and rear bumpers, and the red lighting in the dash for pontiac. Granted yeah it looks like a pontiac, its just when you park one next to a colbalt its pathetic!

However I do think the pontiac front end looks better on the Colbalt, than the standard front end. When I see a Cobalt I can't help but think "hey they brought back the corsica!"

. Really the only good looking Colbalt is the Supercharged SS, the rest look like @$$ especially the sedan!

crazypontiac03 · 01-11-2007, 09:51 PM

The G5 is nothing more then a quick Bottom line Money maker. Along with a Entry level Pontiac untill Pontiac is converted into all RWD. Only except tp see the G5 For 5 year's if that.

Hurricane · 01-12-2007, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazypontiac03

The G5 is nothing more then a quick Bottom line Money maker. Along with a Entry level Pontiac untill Pontiac is converted into all RWD. Only except tp see the G5 For 5 year's if that.

I have to disagree with the point on the G5 being nothing but a money maker. Traditionally GM has made very little, if any, money on their small and midsize cars. I'm not positive that this has changed yet.

I will agreed that it is a rebadged POS and one of the major reasons for it existing is to generate sales numbers.

01-09-2007, 05:12 PM	#1
magyver Blue Light Special Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: midwest Age: 39 Posts: 1,575 Vehicle: 00 ga gt coupe black	G5 GT? when did this come out? well, i thought i was seeing a cobalt SS.. but it turned out to be a pontiac G5 GT. it must be on the cobalt unibody as it has the same stance, but has the tradition pontiac grill and ohter differnt looks. but was passed by it and was like WTF! so, it was brand new had dealer plates on it. was small like the cobalt which i like.. i might have to go check this out.. anyone else seen or heard any news about this? __________________ Giggity

01-09-2007, 05:25 PM	#4
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01-09-2007, 05:30 PM	#5
2003SCT GAGT - Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Age: 41 Posts: 1,710 Vehicle: 2003 Grand Am SC/T	The VXR variant is the hottest hatch out there for the Astra based coupes: http://www.hsv.com.au/index_eseries....series/vxr.asp CHRIS __________________ UNLV Alumni...Go Rebels! 2003 Grand Am SC/T Coupe in White. Borla Cat-Back, F/R Speedbuilt sway bars, H&R Sports/KYB, 18" Misano Lightweights wrapped in Falken FK-452 Euro-Sports and ZAINO! 2000 Chevrolet S10 Flareside: K&N Intake, Truxedo Tonneau and Gibson Cat Back

01-10-2007, 04:30 PM	#15
Cormaster 'core' - master AKA: Cory Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 41 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle: '04 Cavie, '04 Lancer	The reason the G5 is just a quick re-badge of the colbalt is because GM felt pontiac needed an Entry-level coupe to buyers in the dealership. It also lowers their starting price. I imagine if it becomes a big hit they'll restyle it to be less colbalt like. After all, the Saturn Ion is on the platform and you can barely tell! What i thinks redicolous is that this is GM's "sport" division, and they don't have a version of the Supercharged SS for the G5! Pontiac should ALWAYS have the bigger motor imo __________________ Check out my ride! http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2566913

01-11-2007, 05:11 AM	#18
Cormaster 'core' - master AKA: Cory Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 41 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle: '04 Cavie, '04 Lancer	Well honestly I see nothing wrong with the G5 if they do it right, in which they aren't right now. Yeah right now the only thing that lines up with the rest of the lineup is the name! The only few differences between the colbalt and the G5 are the front and rear bumpers, and the red lighting in the dash for pontiac. Granted yeah it looks like a pontiac, its just when you park one next to a colbalt its pathetic! However I do think the pontiac front end looks better on the Colbalt, than the standard front end. When I see a Cobalt I can't help but think "hey they brought back the corsica!" . Really the only good looking Colbalt is the Supercharged SS, the rest look like @$$ especially the sedan! __________________ Check out my ride! http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2566913

01-09-2007, 07:38 PM	#6
LoboMan7409 User account under probation AKA: Alan Join Date: May 2006 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 884 Vehicle: 2003 GT1	yeah that think is cooler than a rebadged Cobalt

01-09-2007, 10:00 PM	#7
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	The G5 is a badge engineered piece of crap and is a perfect example of how GM got the reputation it has now. There was no need for the car.

01-10-2007, 12:01 AM	#11
LoboMan7409 User account under probation AKA: Alan Join Date: May 2006 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 884 Vehicle: 2003 GT1	sorry I had a typo, I ment that that thing is better then the G5

01-11-2007, 09:51 PM	#19
crazypontiac03 MiDnIgHt AKA: Jason/Sparky Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: IL Age: 37 Posts: 3,019 Vehicle: 2008 HHR/05 Galant	The G5 is nothing more then a quick Bottom line Money maker. Along with a Entry level Pontiac untill Pontiac is converted into all RWD. Only except tp see the G5 For 5 year's if that. __________________ Ashes to ashes, dust to dust, if it wasn't for FORD's our tools would rust! "Unions were the rise and will be the fall of this Great Nation" "A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in... And how many want out." Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ 2. The American G. I. One died for your soul, the other for your freedom. -Tony Blair

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