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  1. 11-22-2009, 08:23 AM #1
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    Default Pontiac G8 reliability - better info

    I wanted more up-to-date car reliability information that included actual repair rates. So in late 2005 I started getting people together to make this possible. TrueDelta now updates actual repair frequencies, not just dots, four times a year, to track cars closely as they age.

    99 G8 owners signed up so far. A great start. The more owners participate, the better the information we can provide on these cars.

    To encourage participation, participants receive full access to all results, not just those for the G8, for free.

    For the details, and to sign up to help out:

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  2. 12-28-2009, 08:43 AM #2
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    We've updated the results for the Pontiac G8 to include owner experiences through September 30, 2009. With a reported repair rate of 84 successful repair trips per 100 cars per year, the G8 is now worse than average.

    The suspension has been a common problem area.

    We'll have further updates in February and May. The more owners participate, the better the information we can provide.

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  3. 12-28-2009, 08:58 AM #3
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    Is NOW worse or NO worse?

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    "the G8 is NOW worse than average"

    According to his post's last sentence, 1st paragraph.
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    Yes, now worse. That said, if and when the suspension problems are resolved the reported repair rate will probably improve to about average. The analysis always covers the previous year.
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    Quote Originally Posted by RapidG8GXP View Post
    "the G8 is NOW worse than average"

    According to his post's last sentence, 1st paragraph.
    Yeah I read that and wanted to make sure it was NOW and not NO. People do that all the time around here and that one letter makes as you know a HUGE difference.

    Not surprising. I've put all new control arms on my car personally so I didn't have to go to the stealer.

    I have also fixed all the squeaks and rattles myself.

    Chris

    2009.5 MSM GXP 500ish N/A RWHP. Mods include but aren't limited to: Texas Speed 418 (6.8L) fully forged held together with ARP from top to bottom, PRC 255cc heads, Rick Crawford intake plenum, TB port, polish and tune, Roto-Fab 102mm CAI w/LS7 MAF, Kooks 1-7/8" headers wrapped with DEI, Corsa catless system, Circle D 3200 Stall, 3.45 final drive, BMR's complete street bushing kit and sway bars, Eibach Pro Kit, G-Force Axles, running on staggered VMR 710's with Bridgestone RE11 rubber. HSV triple gauge pack with Calais smokers kit mod, V6 tails, debadge/rebadge, V6 door handles, AU black door trim, Maverick Man under hood strut covers, & washer and bolt kit, fully corrected paint thanks to Adams Polishes and my hard work. Built with reliability in mind with some power for those times when you need to pass or go over a big hill. Just a poser, not a racer!
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    Just an FYI to participants in the survey: DIY repairs can and should be reported.
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  8. 01-31-2010, 09:28 AM #8
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    Updated results next month, including additional stats for the percentage of cars with no repairs and those with 3+ repair trips.

    Not yet signed up? Details here:

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  9. 01-31-2010, 11:01 AM #9
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    I still like my car....
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    Quote Originally Posted by 99-LS1-SS View Post
    I still like my car....
    Agreed... Best car I've ever owned. No car is perfect

    2008 Liquid Red G8 GT - RotoFab CAI, Pace Setter long tube headers, X-Pipe, Cincy Speed dyno tune. 355 rwhp/370 lbs ft torque.

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