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    Default The G8 must be a true piece of shit. (RIP)

    All I read on G8 forums is what creaky, sloppy, noisy, problem infested hunks of crap the G8's are.

    I hope I don't put the hex on my current G8 GT, but I have never had one single issue of ANY kind with either the '08 (11K) or the '09 (5K).

    Not one tiny little trip to any dealer, ever. Never had to repair anything myself either.

    So, before the firestorm of rightious indignation from the multitude that have massive problems with this car, I will make the only comment that any sane person could make after reading post after post about true and actual problems that owners have experienced ad infinitum. I am NOT questioning the existence of these problems. Many of them quite serious.

    " The Pontiac G8 should never have been brought to market in the first place and we are all fortunate that this devilish beast has been put to rest forever."

    I can only guess that Holden LTD. saved every defective, lemon infested Commodore ever made in a lot in the desert and saw a chance to dump them all by putting a different hood and some Pontiac badging on and cramming them all into big boats to America. Those that have had problems will assuredly jump me with nasty posts. Once again, I do not question the existece of your problems. I weep for you, as we all had such high hopes for this car, only to have them dashed on the rocks of shitty-ness.

    Please understand, I am not doubting the veracity of these complaints, nor the reality of the problems.

    Just tired of reading this stuff. No doubt one day I will get what's coming to me when I start having the same problems.
    So, in conclusion, I repeat the opening statement: "The G8 must be a true piece of shit."

    Now, I have met and gotten to really like many folks on the forum, and I know that they will read this post all the way through before exploding in rightious indignation. As to the few that don't or can't, I don't like you anyway.

    So,I quietly put down my mouse, back away from the computer, and wish you all the best in resolving this mess in whatever way works best for each individual.

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    I was thinking the same thing as you. Just wouldn't have said it quite as eloquently. But then again i don't speak penguinese.
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    A lot of it has to do with the fact that there are a number of G8 owners who are spoiled douche bags and no mater what they have it will never be good enough for them.

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    eh, how many times does somebody leave positive feedback. However, if you run into a problem, all hell breaks loose. Most people who aren't having problems with their G8's are likely enjoying them and not posting much. Those of us with problems, of course want solutions, and we want them now.

    I for one am very happy with my car....and I've had quite a few problems That I think says it all. For all the issues those of us had with our cars, how many still enjoy them? I'm betting a few hands will show. Most G8 owners I would guess are pretty picky and budget-minded. A tough crowd to please indeed. I for one am glad the G8 made its way over to the states and I'm quite proud to own one. I can only hope my second engine lives to see past 12,000 miles.
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    It's VERY common on sites to hear ALL the negatives because they are solved a lot of times by bringing them up on a forum.

    Overall my car is a love hate relationship. Other then the motor mount, lower control arm, radius rod and the cheap paint, I really love the car. It can't be beat for the money IMO.

    That being said...

    It may be my last GM for a while.

    We'll see. I could drive a CTS I guess...

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    I love my car but hate how much mods cost.
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    As much as I initially loved the G8, the longer I have it, the less I like it. The drive line is has really let the air out of my sails. I have to be almost afraid to go WOT with it for fear something will break. For those of you with out "any" issues I'm truley envious because I miss that giddy feeling I used to get every time I biumped the key and raised the garage door.
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    My car is leaving a lot to be desired *at this point* between the shitty transmission (my wifes Equinox shifts smoother!!), terrible mileage in city driving even with a light foot (15mpg wtf) and the creaking front suspension that I have no time to get looked at because of my work schedule. I still love the car and its the nicest one I've ever personally owned, but its the little things that can ruin part of the experience. If I can ever get the shift flare resolved and get the front suspension fixed, I'll be a lot happier.
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    I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. And I live in the most unlucky place on earth!!



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    they just don't look as good lol
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