Some High Res pics from Pontiac Underground:

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=49&stc=1&d=1170810337

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=50&stc=1&d=1170810337

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=51&stc=1&d=1170810575

:eek2:

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=49&stc=1&d=1170810337

Bluetooth, Nav, and and Aux-In outlet. Sign me up.

Edit: Almost forgot the dual-zone climate control.

mmm sexy.... and the shifter looks like that out of a goat... nice

wow that is so clean.

That interior color is really starting to grow on me. I like it. And how about that tach? 8,000 RPM. That thing is just begging to be modded.

wow that is so clean.

+1... why the hell has it taken GM so long to get here???

looks like we'll have to get more aeroforce gauges and **** if we want oil pressure and etc

That is NICE!!! I see we get Blaupunkt again which is good.

Sharp details and design...comtemporary This will put the Dodge/Chrysler gang to shame!!

im loving the interior more and more.

one for you gto guys... its got a dead pedal :)

looks like we'll have to get more aeroforce gauges and **** if we want oil pressure and etc

Look at the red digital display. Volts and Oil Pressure.

Pics look nice.. good quality. cheers!

You will notice the red display above the radio with the Oil Pressure and Batt
Voltage metre.. a common complaint amongst owners here in Oz is that they
should have done something better here.. i.e be able to change the display.

The models here are just getting the Sat Nav components installed for the
head unit. The BlueTooth works really well and in between the two round gauges you will find yourself always using the digital speedo instead of looking
at the analogue one ;)

I must admint that colour combo inside is really quite nice. We don't have that
option here.

Look at the red digital display. Volts and Oil Pressure.

oh no ****....

wonder if you can dial through those like the vette... Alright Chris White, start with the homework on modding them ****ers for us

do you all get optional heated seats by any chancs?

lol i actually posted in some other area here about that to your post ;) But it's not an option here is Oz.. so maybe not.

wow, better then i thought...this is a DEFF that this is the production model...no more changes, right

lol i actually posted in some other area here about that to your post ;) But it's not an option here is Oz.. so maybe not.

k saw ur post there now. thanks for the info

Is that leather stitching I see on the instrument surround? (9:30 on steering wheel)

Thats obviously something that will change for the production version

Is that leather stitching I see on the instrument surround? (9:30 on steering wheel)

Thats obviously something that will change for the production version

Yeah, that could be costly unless the GT is meant to be priced much higher than the entry level 6 cyl model. We are only about 6 months from when these cars could show up so I'll bet this is close to the production specs.

Time will tell......very soon!!:D

if this is true, i will be mad!!!!!

http://www.caranddriver.com/autoshow...ontiac-g8.html


Quote:
The G8 GT Pontiac showed in Chicago is not, in fact, exactly what the G8 GT is going to look like when it hits showrooms early in 2008. This car is dolled up with a few SEMA-style tweaks that will not make it into production. For example, if you like the 20-inch wheels, tough nuggets. They won’t make the cut. Ditto for the ride height (production will be about a half-inch higher), the paint color, the hi-po brakes and painted calipers, and most tragically of all, the lovely two-tone leather interior. An available sport package will include alloy pedals and a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shifter, but the leather-wrapped dash is a show-car one-off. So sorry.

I am surprised it has a ashtray...

Also I really really hope the entire surrounding can be replaced with the HSV triple gauge setup :)

http://www.g8board.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26&stc=1&d=1170818211

http://www.g8board.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26&stc=1&d=1170818211

didn't you know americans smokes more than aussies :P


that is a seriously good looking setup

if this is true, i will be mad!!!!!

http://www.caranddriver.com/autoshow...ontiac-g8.html


Quote:
The G8 GT Pontiac showed in Chicago is not, in fact, exactly what the G8 GT is going to look like when it hits showrooms early in 2008. This car is dolled up with a few SEMA-style tweaks that will not make it into production. For example, if you like the 20-inch wheels, tough nuggets. They won’t make the cut. Ditto for the ride height (production will be about a half-inch higher), the paint color, the hi-po brakes and painted calipers, and most tragically of all, the lovely two-tone leather interior. An available sport package will include alloy pedals and a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shifter, but the leather-wrapped dash is a show-car one-off. So sorry.

That's more than a few tweaks. This is getting kind of depressing. First we see this car that's awesome and has all these things we want, and than they take it all away. It just doesn't make any sense.

if they take away the brakes...rims..and the height this is just gonna be a bloated g6 with RWD...wtf

You still get either the 18" or 19" wheels, so they wont be small.

Ooo, hi-res pics. I really like the interior a lot. It even looks better than the GTO interior. I can't wait until all the GM pics are released tonight at midnight. This might be my Grand Prix replacement.

Robert

seriously though.....if the C&D deal is true.....oh man, it will be back to the same 'ol GM in my mind.....i will be pissed off.

Actually those rims on the press pics are the same as the rims we get on the top of the range HSV GTS. They are a 20" wheel. Standard on the SSV gets 19" and standard on the SS gets 18" wheels. However we have lots of options with wheel combo's. Hence I opted for the 20"'s from delivery. A lot of people here find the ride height a little high and lower them anyway.

if this is true, i will be mad!!!!
Quote:
The G8 GT Pontiac showed in Chicago is not, in fact, exactly what the G8 GT is going to look like when it hits showrooms early in 2008. This car is dolled up with a few SEMA-style tweaks that will not make it into production. For example, if you like the 20-inch wheels, tough nuggets. They won’t make the cut. Ditto for the ride height (production will be about a half-inch higher), the paint color, the hi-po brakes and painted calipers, and most tragically of all, the lovely two-tone leather interior. An available sport package will include alloy pedals and a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shifter, but the leather-wrapped dash is a show-car one-off. So sorry.
I can't take it!!:cry:

i honestly doubt much of the C&D stuff is true. maybe for a lower model (if there is more than just one model) but definately not the top.

This is due to two reasons:
I personally dont trust much of what auto mags say
and more importantly, if they only show one car, that is what it will be. there isnt another auto show season to show the final version. again, this is it.

Pics look amazing, hopefully those C&D rumors aren't true. The only one that concerns me is the stock ride height.

Please GM don't screw this up. I dont' want a damned 4X4.

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=49&stc=1&d=1170810337

Bluetooth, Nav, and and Aux-In outlet. Sign me up.

Edit: Almost forgot the dual-zone climate control.

Did any of the other GTO guys notice the Blaupunk navigation/radio? Is there any chance this would fit in a GTO without modifications or is it a different size. Just curious.

I noticed that the gauges are not red?? Do you think they will change color at night? Also, is that CD player mp3 cd compatable?

Color=I don't know
MP3=yes

man that is just sooo damn sexy

in between the two round gauges you will find yourself always using the digital speedo instead of looking
at the analogue one ;)

Something that I'm glad my GTO has. I always drive with it running.

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=51&stc=1&d=1170810575

:eek2:

I want one in black...tomorrow. droooool

I am surprised it has a ashtray...

Also I really really hope the entire surrounding can be replaced with the HSV triple gauge setup :)

http://www.g8board.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=26&stc=1&d=1170818211

I was wondering where I saw that set of guages. I hope we can change all of that too. Those are smokin' hot.

The interior is just amazing. Better than any Merc or BMW right now.

i honestly doubt much of the C&D stuff is true. maybe for a lower model (if there is more than just one model) but definately not the top.

This is due to two reasons:
I personally dont trust much of what auto mags say
and more importantly, if they only show one car, that is what it will be. there isnt another auto show season to show the final version. again, this is it.

Well 20" wheels and leather dash I could see not making it in to production. Brakes and two tone interior would be nice

I dont understand what all of the hate is towards the facts that were released saying what will not make it to the G8 for production. I could have told you that the 20 inch wheels, brakes and ride height were a bit much for a production model- and that two tone leather interior would have added at least $5k to the bottom line, and I dont even think its adds that much.

Seriously though, dont like the wheels? Go aftermarket.
Dont like the brakes? Go aftermarket
Dont like the ride height? Go aftermarket.
Dont like the paint job? Go aftermarket.

I would have much rather compromised the cosmetic stuff so long as they keep the mechanicals untouched, the interior similar and the great transmission selections. With all of the cosmetic things on the show car, the V-6 version would be around the $30k price tag and we would all be lamenting that the General dropped the ball again.

I dont understand what all of the hate is towards the facts that were released saying what will not make it to the G8 for production. I could have told you that the 20 inch wheels, brakes and ride height were a bit much for a production model- and that two tone leather interior would have added at least $5k to the bottom line, and I dont even think its adds that much.

Seriously though, dont like the wheels? Go aftermarket.
Dont like the brakes? Go aftermarket
Dont like the ride height? Go aftermarket.
Dont like the paint job? Go aftermarket.

I would have much rather compromised the cosmetic stuff so long as they keep the mechanicals untouched, the interior similar and the great transmission selections. With all of the cosmetic things on the show car, the V-6 version would be around the $30k price tag and we would all be lamenting that the General dropped the ball again.


you are missing the point. most people dont want to go aftermarket for their cars. they would rather the production ready car be the the car they love, and not have to then dress it up.

Looks like you cant put an aftermarket radio in there the HVAC is built into the stock system.

you are missing the point. most people dont want to go aftermarket for their cars. they would rather the production ready car be the the car they love, and not have to then dress it up.

I just find it odd that some people are going to turn down a potentially great car with a great engine, great interior, great chassis, a car that people have been begging GM to release because of some simple things that could be changed in the aftermarket. Not every car is going to be perfect to all people- I am sure some people look at those 20 inchers and shudder at the thought of driving them on their pot-holed local roads- same with the ride height.

I guess if the people who want the elements of the show car that will be missing on the production version, they may have to wait for the GXP version, or go aftermarket.

Some High Res pics from Pontiac Underground:

http://www.g8power.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=49&stc=1&d=1170810337

:eek2:

Man, that radio/nav display looks like it was lifted right out of an Audi.

Very nice...

are we sure the GXP version will look like this? i mean many are still waiting for the concept Aura to come out as a redline....

are we sure the GXP version will look like this? i mean many are still waiting for the concept Aura to come out as a redline....

Nope. The wheels, ride height and brakes are very good possabilities, but nothing is certain. The color, who knows- this could be some $5000 a gallon paint made special for the show car.

Here is a link to GM media images of the G8 as posted on GMInsideNews.com. You guys might want to check it out (images are 3000x2000).

http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/*query?g8&Source=all

Here is a link to GM media images of the G8 as posted on GMInsideNews.com. You guys might want to check it out (images are 3000x2000).

http://gm.wieck.com/forms/gm/*query?g8&Source=all

great stuff
:)

That resonator on the intake is terrible. They're trying to quiet this thing down too much.

That resonator on the intake is terrible. They're trying to quiet this thing down too much.

well it is meant as a family car

well it is meant as a family car

True, but isn't the CTS-V just a high performance family car? :D

So is it getting the L76 with DOD or the L98? I was under the impression that it would have the L98.

http://us.tnpv.net/2007/GMC200702/GMC2007020683222_PV.jpg

not sure if it's been asked already; I see that it should be mp3 capable (which is awesome if the screen works as a menu and you can go through folders/artists/etc.), but does anyone know if it will have iPod/mp3 player capabilities too? right below the second knob near the Blaupunkt nameplate, it looks like an AUX-in (i think that's what they are called; like a headphone jack..)

Looks like you cant put an aftermarket radio in there the HVAC is built into the stock system.
I'm sure they will figure out a way to adapt it but it does have me curious.

So is it getting the L76 with DOD or the L98? I was under the impression that it would have the L98.

http://us.tnpv.net/2007/GMC200702/GMC2007020683222_PV.jpg
It's getting the L76 with DOD. 362HP

not sure if it's been asked already; I see that it should be mp3 capable (which is awesome if the screen works as a menu and you can go through folders/artists/etc.), but does anyone know if it will have iPod/mp3 player capabilities too? right below the second knob near the Blaupunkt nameplate, it looks like an AUX-in (i think that's what they are called; like a headphone jack..)

im almost positive thats an aux in port to put in any protable media device u may want.

It's half an inch, i'm sure it won't be that bad. The tires will probably be the same diameter, just a larger side profile tire as opposed to the rubber bands.

not sure if it's been asked already; I see that it should be mp3 capable (which is awesome if the screen works as a menu and you can go through folders/artists/etc.), but does anyone know if it will have iPod/mp3 player capabilities too? right below the second knob near the Blaupunkt nameplate, it looks like an AUX-in (i think that's what they are called; like a headphone jack..)
I'm pretty sure it has got an iPod input.

a 1/2 inch in ride height will not make it a 4x4 vehicle. And aftermarket I'm sure will address any such changes that GM wants to make.

I'm pretty sure it has got an iPod input.

Yes there is an MP3 jack:bubbrubb:

I hope they keep the gauge backlighting white. Not a big fan of the Pontiac orange.

mouth watering :laugh::shiner:

I hope they keep the gauge backlighting white. Not a big fan of the Pontiac orange.

But it is Pontiac orange...

But it is Pontiac orange...Actually based on the new info in Automobile and Motor Trend (special GM ad in the 12/07 issue), it is white background lighting for the speedo, tach, temp and fuel gauges.