just wondering. I'm 17 and this'll be my 1st car:boink:

17????!!!! :err::err:

You should be getting a coupe ;)

I'm 26. :)

34.. I have a Coupe for sale in a few months :)

I'm 33.

21 !

28 in three weeks.

40 ya young whipper snapper..:driving:

39 yesterday.

just wondering. I'm 17 and this'll be my 1st car:boink:
Whippersnappers, HA! I'm 64 when I can remember. ( My wife wrote it down for me.)

So, let the "ancient old fart" comments begin.

33 years old......

37 yo

52 years

50 years young

17????!!!! :err::err:

You should be getting a coupe ;)

I'm 26. :)

they dont make the gto's anymore soooo ya. haha

41 - looking forward to my second 21st this year ...

This idea of a brand new sports/muscle car as a first car is a strange on to me, yet it seemed quite common with GTO's as well. In Australia, most people get an older (5 - 10 year old) Commodore or Falcon. It is unusual to spend more that $20K on your first car. You then have a car that it is not the end of the world if you bend it.

Good luck to you if you can manage to fund a $30K piece of Oz muscle car though. I know it will treat you well.

Just turned 27 a couple weeks ago...I think it's all down hill from here ;).

Downhill from 27? o.O

48 years

Just turned 27 a couple weeks ago...I think it's all down hill from here ;).

You have a couple of years left, lol. It starts at 30.

im 20

I am 28.

I'm 29!!!!!!!

23...

58 and still kicking. This will be my 15th and probably last car. So you are just getting started kiddo!

34 going on 12

52 in April

55 here ... first car was a 58 Buick Roadmaster .. Pink no less ... what a ride .. could carry the whole cheerleader squad in the backseat :) Then a 68 Grand Prix ... what a car, 5 gallons to the mile and ate those Firestones, but what a sound that 428 ?? Made .. my now wife could hear it from a mile away ... have been waiting for this car since then ... the Vette is a Sunday ride car..

25....

Im 21

Dirt-
(actually 55, and I consider this mid-life as my mom turns 91 next week and still drives)

48 here. First car was the HQ coupe visible in my profile pic costing $4K in 1979 and third car was the V2 in it $47K in 2005 (second was another HQ coupe (1K) but it was never a runner - long story!).

I am 21 now will be 22 when I get one.

25 now, I'll definitely be over 26 when I have a G8, because I don't think we'll be seeing manual transmission G8's stateside by then.

*sigh*

44...Waiting for the GXP

21 thus far, but by march 22. I hope the grays don't start coming out this year.:confused:

44, and I'll be waiting for an ST GXP manual.

Pretty interesting demographic...should make Pontiac happy.

36 going on 16.

Almost the oldest - I am 63. First car ever was a '57 Chevy Convertible, have owned 4 Corvettes, 1 T-Bird Convertible, 1 Studebaker Golden Hawk, current car is a "97 Grand Prix GTP, wife of 40+ years drives Mustang GT convertible. Never did have a GTO in college, trying to make up with a G8 GT. Also have a '61 Ford Galaxie Convertible. No more boring cars!!!!!!!!!!!!

And the target buyer is supposed to be 35 to 45? Guess us old farts will throw off those demographics just a bit!

25 Plus my first born son was born on 12/29/2007 Looking forward for the G8 as the family hauler/ Charger killer. Insurance seems to be high for my age. Allstate wants $238 a month for 6 months.

Almost the oldest - I am 63. First car ever was a '57 Chevy Convertible, have owned 4 Corvettes, 1 T-Bird Convertible, 1 Studebaker Golden Hawk, current car is a "97 Grand Prix GTP, wife of 40+ years drives Mustang GT convertible. Never did have a GTO in college, trying to make up with a G8 GT. Also have a '61 Ford Galaxie Convertible. No more boring cars!!!!!!!!!!!!

64 myself

Mike

I am 44.

32 here

35 here !!

And the target buyer is supposed to be 35 to 45? Guess us old farts will throw off those demographics just a bit!


It says the target is also males so what about us 20 year old women on here?

Guess you have to get a G6 instead...jkg

I'm 27

It says the target is also males so what about us 20 year old women on here?

Get it, get in, and have a blast :)

Whocares about statistics

Get it, get in, and have a blast :)

Who cares about statistics

That is what I plan to do. :-D

Get it, get in, and have a blast :)

Whocares about statistics

are we talking about cars or girls:boink::boink:?

Damn the demographics. My aunt drives our 9 second dragster so why not girls driving the G8?
http://www.dragracecentral.com/stories/photos_go_here_05/LODRS1-2COSTA.JPG

I am 24, willing to wait for the manual or GXP if rumors prove true.

I'm 32 years of age and this will be my 20th vehicle, but only my 5th new vehicle.

34 here. Tired of the boring family car and ready for something sporty again!

I'm 36. Back in November, I ordered my G8 GT with 19 inch wheels. The dealer told me to expect arrival in April or May. I'm ready.

My current car: 2004 Grand Prix.

Previous cars:
1998 Grand Prix
1992 Grand Prix
1988 Bonneville
1979 Monte Carlo

A Monte Carlo in oz is a cookie...........

64 myself

Mike
YEE HAW! We get to share the "old Geezer" trophy!:zzz:

just wondering. I'm 17 and this'll be my 1st car:boink:
Sweet Jesus! How the times change. my 1st car(?) was a '58 rear engine water cooled Fiat 600 that looked like an egg with a nose. It exploded in a cloud of steam so often we used to practice quick bailouts and running for the nearest cover almost every day.

haha you should see my friends' cars

haha you should see my friends' cars

What do they drive? My husband is on my case about getting a brand new car at 21 saying I am still young. I know when I was 17 my high school most of us had older cars (mind 90 and up).

335's,g37's,g35's,one or two m5's, 650's,is350's,cls's,clk's,c classes, range rovers...it goes on

Gee, I remember my first car a '54 Chevy station wagon my parents gave me for a high school graduation present. Got $150 when I sold it and bought a '62 VW bug. How times have changed!

335's,g37's,g35's,one or two m5's, 650's,is350's,cls's,clk's,c classes, range rovers...it goes on

Wow. I wish I could have had any of those cars when I was in high school.

335's,g37's,g35's,one or two m5's, 650's,is350's,cls's,clk's,c classes, range rovers...it goes on

You must live in Laguna Beach. haha that show sucks.:boink:

Some teenagers are spoiled rotten, some lie. Others just prefer buying their own cheap cars. And others don't mind driving the parental units' cars until they can earn the car they want themselves. ;)

You must live in Laguna Beach. haha that show sucks.:boink:

hahahaha no I actually live in The Hills(beverly)

33 with a station wagon. I figured if I got the wagon sorted early, I could have my mid life crisis earlier too.

Some teenagers are spoiled rotten, some lie. Others just prefer buying their own cheap cars. And others don't mind driving the parental units' cars until they can earn the car they want themselves. ;)

how about none of the above;)

24 currently. Grad of Texas A&M college of Engineering. Going to be the turning the golden 25 this June and will have enough money saved to put half this car down, buy my GF a ring, and enough left to pay for 1 tank of gas.

See you all on the roads! Currently driving a 96 Jeep Cherokee Sport! Which i've had since i was 16 and it still runs smoothly. The G8 GT will be the family sedan hehehehe don't tell mom whats under the hood!
Future wife drives a 06 Crossfire because she thinks she can afford it!

I just turned 26 on the 8th! :)

Im 24. Looking for the G8 to be my second new car (first being a 2001 10th anniversary Firehawk which I greatly regret selling). But it looks like I might be waiting for the GXP with a 6-speed. I currently have a fairly large F-body collection cosisting of a 1971 Firebird Formula 400 with a 4-speed, a 1980 Turbo Trans AM, a Yellow Gold 1987 IROC-Z (1 of less than 1000), a 1992 Z28 originally 305TPI 5-speed now LT1 6-speed (1 of less than 500), a 1994 B4C ex-state police camaro (runs low 12s@115mph and is 1 of 669), a 1998 Z28 LS6 crate motor with a 6-speed and a GT67 turbo making 8psi of boost and 584rwhp and my tow rig is a 1998 Silverado 3500HD 4x4 6.5 turbo diesel. The fiance's ride is a 2003 Grand Prix GTP. The G8 will be a nice addition to the collection.

Jeremy

Also curious - what ages are wanting to buy this car, the GT? I will start -

56, but its just a #, a kid at heart

I'll be 34 when I take delivery of it.

I am 38, but I think the G8 will have a broad following agewise.

http://www.g8board.com/forums/showthread.php?t=737

I'm 63.

Current Cars: '97 GP GTP, '00 Mustang GT Convert, '61 Galaxie Convert

Prior Cars: '57 Chev Convert, '60 T-Bird Convert, '56 Studebaker Golden Hawk, '60 Vette, '66 Vette 350 HP 327 Roadster, '71 Vette Roadster, '78 Vette L-82 Silver Anniversary Coupe.

Don't believe in boring cars.

:bubbrubb:

ill be 21 by the time i get one

I'll be 20.

58 here! And 58 when I take delivery!:drool:

http://www.g8board.com/forums/showthread.php?t=737


Sorry, did not see this. Interesting age group, pretty divergent.

You have a couple of years left, lol. It starts at 30.

That's what I've heard. Now, at 30, I believe them. It looks like I will be getting an ST (hopefully) when I'm 31.

I will be 43 when I purchase the '09 GT model. Looking forward to putting a sizable down-payment on mine when all is said and done.

29.5

I am 34

22 IN 8 days.

26 years old

43. I just ordered an STS-V while I wait for the GXP to come out. Yep - some of us *do* cross shop Pontiac and Caddy - surprise! Luxury? Meh. Performance? Uhuh.

25.

42 years young. Currently I own a 1998 Chevy Camaro Z28 and a 2004 Chevy Silverado. It's almost time to replace the Camaro. The G8 GT is on my very short list.

I love Lemans Blue Corvettes! Welcome to the forum Z06. Oh, 34 here...

I love Lemans Blue Corvettes! Welcome to the forum Z06. Oh, 34 here...

Thanks, I do too. It is a gorgeous Vette and should sell to the first person that actually comes and looks at her. I just enjoy my red Z06 more!

Surprised at the following the G8 has, love this forum, thanks for starting it. My purchase of one will be for my wife to mainly drive and for trips with our grandson and when guests stop in, so we don't have to take 2 cars to dinner. Curious as to what others reasons are for the purchase - is there a post on that?

I'll be 35. It will be hard to see the TBSS go, but I think the G8 GT will quickly make me forget it, until the snow starts flying that is.

I'm 26.... but I'll be 27 when I actually buy one.

in Australia the SS really seems to attract the mid-late 20's, up to mid 40's crowd, then they steer more towards the Calais/Statesman and the G8 sits somewhere between those models

"36"

Age 51. I'm in outside sales and I believe in driving a great car all the time, all year round. Nothing better than enjoying high performance and high quality 100% of the time and not having to wait for the weekend. I put on over 25k per year (18k business) and if I'm going to do that it's going to be in a car I enjoy, not a little mixer or a pickup truck.
Driving an '05 G35 Coupe /Auto now and looking forward to the GT or GXP this fall when my lease is up. All you guys out there driving nice cars and then saying it's your wives', who are you kidding?

28 :pir_flag:

23!:bubbrubb:

39....

Probably 40 or 41 by the time I get a G8 (unless somehow I am able to get rid of the GTP first...). Waiting for the GXP anyway.

I'll be 40 (next year) when I get mine.................

going to be 25 in June and will shortly after that buy one if:

A. they accept my supplier discount
B. have liquid red
C. get HID lights

D. optional they get more creative with the interior.

i still got a year but when i turn 18

i still got a year but when i turn 18


Help an old(er) guy out, why does a young person want this car? When I was your age it was Camaros, Firebirds, Chevelles, Mustangs, etc - all 2 door cars.
I am glad to see the youth wanting an GM car and not a Honda, Mitsubushi, Toyota, etc. Just curious as to what attracts an under 25 year old to this ride.

Thanks! Grand Dad Bob

Age 51. I'm in outside sales and I believe in driving a great car all the time, all year round. Nothing better than enjoying high performance and high quality 100% of the time and not having to wait for the weekend. I put on over 25k per year (18k business) and if I'm going to do that it's going to be in a car I enjoy, not a little mixer or a pickup truck.
Driving an '05 G35 Coupe /Auto now and looking forward to the GT or GXP this fall when my lease is up. All you guys out there driving nice cars and then saying it's your wives', who are you kidding?

I will drive mine on trips with my wife. During the week she will drive it, as I work 20 miles away in a heavily populated deer area. I won't drive my Vettes or my G8 out there when its dark in the am. Weekends - Corvette Z06 time, going on an errand in her now! L8r!

Help an old(er) guy out, why does a young person want this car? When I was your age it was Camaros, Firebirds, Chevelles, Mustangs, etc - all 2 door cars.
I am glad to see the youth wanting an GM car and not a Honda, Mitsubushi, Toyota, etc. Just curious as to what attracts an under 25 year old to this ride.

Thanks! Grand Dad Bob
I think coupes blow. Roadsters are acceptable in my book, but I absolutely HATE having to push the front seats forward and having someone cram through the small gap to get in the back (mostly because I'm the one that has to cram through a few times a week in my brother's GP GTP). That's why I'm looking at a four-door sedan. Also, I plan on driving it into the dirt so there's a possibility that I might need the room if I have a family (I'll probably still have it when I'm 30 or maybe even 35). Additionally, I'd like to have the extra doors in the meantime so I can give a ride to friends or family (and of course, let the marvel at my 385lb-ft).

I'm not looking at the G8 because it's a GM. If Toyota offered a sedan with 350hp for around $30k, I'd be all over that one too. The Charger and 300 are both ugly in my book and the Genesis just cries fake, so Pontiac is who I'll be buying from.

Oh, plus I would like to wipe the smirk off of the drivers of any Honda/Scion/WRX/Evo/Mustang/Camaro/etc when they get shown up by a full-size sedan weighing a full two tons.

I think coupes blow. Roadsters are acceptable in my book, but I absolutely HATE having to push the front seats forward and having someone cram through the small gap to get in the back (mostly because I'm the one that has to cram through a few times a week in my brother's GP GTP). That's why I'm looking at a four-door sedan. Also, I plan on driving it into the dirt so there's a possibility that I might need the room if I have a family (I'll probably still have it when I'm 30 or maybe even 35). Additionally, I'd like to have the extra doors in the meantime so I can give a ride to friends or family (and of course, let the marvel at my 385lb-ft).

I'm not looking at the G8 because it's a GM. If Toyota offered a sedan with 350hp for around $30k, I'd be all over that one too. The Charger and 300 are both ugly in my book and the Genesis just cries fake, so Pontiac is who I'll be buying from.

Interesting answer - coupes blow, first I have heard that said. I guess my wife must think that! Well, for any reason glad to see you buying GM. I would say American, but since they come from Aussieland...

Interesting answer - coupes blow, first I have heard that said. I guess my wife must think that!
Yeah, I just don't like the concept. If you're going to extend the cabin to have room for 2-3 more, just give it the extra few inches and put two more doors on it, whether the lines are screwed up or not.

Well, for any reason glad to see you buying GM. I would say American, but since they come from Aussieland...
In today's global economy, I don't really care so much about foreign vs domestic. I want America to do well, but not because Americans have to be 'patriotic' and buy lower quality for a higher price (as is the case in at least some instances).

You brought up an interesting point, too. Buying a "domestic" Pontiac is going to be imported from Austrailia just like other "domestic" GMs can be imported from Canada, Mexico, etc whereas if I bought a "foreign" Hyundai or Toyota, it would most likely be built and assembled right here on our land (e.g. Alabama's $1.4B Hyundai plant).

Whenever I hear someone say "remember, buy American!" on the TV, I just want to get up, smack the TV, and say, "No, seriously. I'm going to buy foreign until you give me a reason to do otherwise". I suppose the 'reason to do otherwise' is that, generally speaking, the overpowered cars are still from the "domestic" companies.

[QUOTE=yevot;13727]Yeah, I just don't like the concept. If you're going to extend the cabin to have room for 2-3 more, just give it the extra few inches and put two more doors on it, whether the lines are screwed up or not.

You brought up an interesting point, too. Buying a "domestic" Pontiac is going to be imported from Austrailia just like other "domestic" GMs can be imported from Canada, Mexico, etc whereas if I bought a "foreign" Hyundai or Toyota, it would most likely be built and assembled right here on our land (e.g. Alabama's $1.4B Hyundai plant).

I look at it as who is getting the money, GM is in the instance of the G8. Hyundai is getting it from their Ala. plant. I have good friends in Detroit who hate my driving the Honda. I can see their point, especially at my age and have decided to have all American company owned cars as soon as I get this next one and sell the Honda.

I guess the biggest reason I asked the question is that I could not understand a younger person wanting a full sized car. I always liked the smaller ones, though I am 6'5. I am going to have to see the G8 before deciding its the car for us. Was looking at the Malibu, nice looking car, right size, just not enough power under the hood. If they made an SS version....

Hey, ya shoulda said, "Age of those buying a G8" and "Age of those having one bought for them"

hehehehehehehehehe

Hey, ya shoulda said, "Age of those buying a G8" and "Age of those having one bought for them"

hehehehehehehehehe

You don't know that for a fact. I know that at that age I was bagging groceries and working hard for tips and putting virtually all of it into my car fund! Continually updating my rides as I worked. It taught me how to save and how to spend it on cars! Not everyone gets everything given to them.

You don't know that for a fact. I know that at that age I was bagging groceries and working hard for tips and putting virtually all of it into my car fund! Continually updating my rides as I worked. It taught me how to save and how to spend it on cars! Not everyone gets everything given to them.
Right. It's not too hard to afford a new car on most full-time wages. Though I wouldn't recommend it, you could probably afford a new GXP on a full-time, minimum wage job if you didn't care much about where you lived. I'm going into the Air Force and I should be able to have it paid off within two years (although depending on the interest rate, I might want to pay it off over a few more years just for cash flow).

You don't know that for a fact. I know that at that age I was bagging groceries and working hard for tips and putting virtually all of it into my car fund! Continually updating my rides as I worked. It taught me how to save and how to spend it on cars! Not everyone gets everything given to them.

No, but most 18 year olds that drive 30000 plus cars get them bought for them. I never commented on whether I agree with it or not. Just the fact that it happens.

Right. It's not too hard to afford a new car on most full-time wages. Though I wouldn't recommend it, you could probably afford a new GXP on a full-time, minimum wage job if you didn't care much about where you lived. I'm going into the Air Force and I should be able to have it paid off within two years (although depending on the interest rate, I might want to pay it off over a few more years just for cash flow).

Minimum wage jobs afford 35000 dollar cars? Wow..... no wonder there's a "credit crisis" in this country.

Anyways, take a loan from a bank, you'll get a better interest rate. Not to mention, that I wouldn't go in and just accept a rate that anyone offers. I'd negotiate for that as well. Although, the younger you are the higher the interest.

Right. It's not too hard to afford a new car on most full-time wages. Though I wouldn't recommend it, you could probably afford a new GXP on a full-time, minimum wage job if you didn't care much about where you lived. I'm going into the Air Force and I should be able to have it paid off within two years (although depending on the interest rate, I might want to pay it off over a few more years just for cash flow).

Thank you for service to our country. I wish you all the luck. I have a son in the Navy now, very proud of him even though he owns a Porsche and an EVO!

Minimum wage jobs afford 35000 dollar cars? Wow..... no wonder there's a "credit crisis" in this country.
Yeah, I suppose that's true, but 72+ month loans make most cars seem affordable to even the poorest. It wouldn't surprise me to find a welfare-recipient cruising down the road in one of these. :eek2:

Thank you for service to our country. I wish you all the luck. I have a son in the Navy now, very proud of him even though he owns a Porsche and an EVO!
Don't thank me now because I haven't signed over my soul yet, but it seems to be my calling and where I should be. :patriot:

Oh man, the Navy. That's the one branch I don't think I have it in me to do. I would go ballistic if I had to be on a ship for very long, but if I could, I think I'd want to be in the Navy because of all the traveling involved! Either way, though, it's not a bad way for me to get through the rest of college.

Don't thank me now because I haven't signed over my soul yet, but it seems to be my calling and where I should be. :patriot:

Oh man, the Navy. That's the one branch I don't think I have it in me to do. I would go ballistic if I had to be on a ship for very long, but if I could, I think I'd want to be in the Navy because of all the traveling involved! Either way, though, it's not a bad way for me to get through the rest of college.

Retired after doing 22 years in the Coast Guard. From E-1 through Chief Warrant Officer 3. Never regretted a minute, except loss of family time. Still it is a good way to earn college $$ and learn how to be a grown up person, lots of responsibility as you progress up the ranks. Don't think you will be rolling in $$ thou, unless you are going in via ROTC as an officer. Might want to see what your looking at for posting assignments before you sign up for an expensive new car. (Oh, and you might want to wait until you are through with boot camp, OCS, whatever, then use the military credit union or USAA for financing) Its the pits to have to leave it behind for months while you wile away your time at some remote location. Just a little insight from someone who has been there, done that!:patriot:

Help an old(er) guy out, why does a young person want this car? When I was your age it was Camaros, Firebirds, Chevelles, Mustangs, etc - all 2 door cars.
I am glad to see the youth wanting an GM car and not a Honda, Mitsubushi, Toyota, etc. Just curious as to what attracts an under 25 year old to this ride.

Thanks! Grand Dad Bob

there are no camaros, firebirds, or chevelles. and mustangs blow:fawkdance:

there are no camaros, firebirds, or chevelles. and mustangs blow:fawkdance:

Wrong!! They just aren't "new"! There are lots of Camaros, Firebirds, Mustangs (that are still made by the way) and even some vintage Chevelles out there. Those of us of the older generation didn't always have a "new" car to call our own and made due with ones a few years old. You might be surprised what a nice ride a well kept used car can be!:oldfogey:

Wrong!! They just aren't "new"! There are lots of Camaros, Firebirds, Mustangs (that are still made by the way) and even some vintage Chevelles out there. Those of us of the older generation didn't always have a "new" car to call our own and made due with ones a few years old. You might be surprised what a nice ride a well kept used car can be!:oldfogey:

I know...but I am looking for new

there are no camaros, firebirds, or chevelles. and mustangs blow:fawkdance:

Camaros and Challengers are just around the corner, my boy. New ones that is, there are plenty of used ones around, ya just gotta look. There are nice cars everywhere. Grow up, look around! Put away the finger salute, it gets you nowhere ya need to be going.:eek2:

I'm getting ready to hit 30. Was gonna jump on a 08 G8 GT, but with the 09 GXP coming out I can't see why I would buy a 08 G8 GT, when I can get a LS3, Manual, better suspension/brakes and my boy wing spoiler.
Tate

Currently 28. By the time I take delivery of my brand new, 6M G8 GXP, I will probably be close to 30. Can't wait...

Help an old(er) guy out, why does a young person want this car? When I was your age it was Camaros, Firebirds, Chevelles, Mustangs, etc - all 2 door cars.
I am glad to see the youth wanting an GM car and not a Honda, Mitsubushi, Toyota, etc. Just curious as to what attracts an under 25 year old to this ride.

Thanks! Grand Dad Bob

I have to jump in on this as well even though I am 30... have you ever tried to get into the back of a coupe with two cheerleaders?... that alone should be good reason to get a G8 with its 'limosine shaming back seat'. :D

Second... look at whats available for modern coupes at entry level prices! Not too much really... most of them are small FWD japanese/korean cars. The Mustang is there sure.. but it's REALLY common and not that hot. The Challenger?! You know too many kids who can swing $38K? Nah.

The Camaro and the new Hyundai Coup are the only 2 RWD, 300+hp coupes I know of that will be anywhere near $25k. You can also get G35s used for that, but they are usually AT which is less fun.

I plan on getting a G8 GXP and I'll be 32 by then. I'm also cross shopping the Camaro Z28 (SS?) but I may have a family by then which will drive the extra set of doors.

~LSx

Moving to the point... "What do inexperienced little twerps need with 360+HP?"

:p They think their great drivers until they plow into a tree ;)

hehehe

I have to jump in on this as well even though I am 30... have you ever tried to get into the back of a coupe with two cheerleaders?... that alone should be good reason to get a G8 with its 'limosine shaming back seat'. :D

Second... look at whats available for modern coupes at entry level prices! Not too much really... most of them are small FWD japanese/korean cars. The Mustang is there sure.. but it's REALLY common and not that hot. The Challenger?! You know too many kids who can swing $38K? Nah.

The Camaro and the new Hyundai Coup are the only 2 RWD, 300+hp coupes I know of that will be anywhere near $25k. You can also get G35s used for that, but they are usually AT which is less fun.

I plan on getting a G8 GXP and I'll be 32 by then. I'm also cross shopping the Camaro Z28 (SS?) but I may have a family by then which will drive the extra set of doors.

~LSx
AMEN!:angel:

Moving to the point... "What do inexperienced little twerps need with 360+HP?"

:p They think their great drivers until they plow into a tree ;)

hehehe

"how bout why 40 year old men are jealous of 17 year olds?"

Moving to the point... "What do inexperienced little twerps need with 360+HP?"

:p They think their great drivers until they plow into a tree ;)

hehehe

Every man (and especially boy) wants more power than he can handle. Otherwise, it's simply not as much fun...

"how bout why 40 year old men are jealous of 17 year olds?"

Whoa, I'm not there yet buddy :p I still have 14 years to go until I get there.

But more to the point, I can see I succeeded in getting at least one person going. :angel:

Seriously though, I don't know about you, but when I was a teenager, and my dad wasn't in the car I wasn't exactly babying it. Inexperience is a big thing (as we saw with the 18 year old + M5). When a teenager gets behind the wheel of a hot car, showoff instincts take over, especially when the pals are in the car. Its just a recipe for disaster. Usually, it ends up with some stupid kid wrecking my car with his.

Now some of us had reasonable limits. I didn't push the limits, but most of my friends did. So maybe you're the exception to the rule. But for most, I doubt it. That's the issue. Has nothing to do with jealousy. Rather, if alot of teenagers were driving around in 360+ rated cars, I'd be buying really cheap ones to offset the risk of being hit by one. As well as wearing a suit of armor whilst riding my bike ;)

Whoa, I'm not there yet buddy :p I still have 14 years to go until I get there.

But more to the point, I can see I succeeded in getting at least one person going. :angel:

Seriously though, I don't know about you, but when I was a teenager, and my dad wasn't in the car I wasn't exactly babying it. Inexperience is a big thing (as we saw with the 18 year old + M5). When a teenager gets behind the wheel of a hot car, showoff instincts take over, especially when the pals are in the car. Its just a recipe for disaster. Usually, it ends up with some stupid kid wrecking my car with his.

Now some of us had reasonable limits. I didn't push the limits, but most of my friends did. So maybe you're the exception to the rule. But for most, I doubt it. That's the issue. Has nothing to do with jealousy. Rather, if alot of teenagers were driving around in 360+ rated cars, I'd be buying really cheap ones to offset the risk of being hit by one. As well as wearing a suit of armor whilst riding my bike ;)

its all good. I was j/k. But ya, I'm not one of those careless kids with expensive fast cars although it may seem that way:p:dunno:

I tried to push the limits but (1) usually saved it for roads rated at 50mph or more and (2) only had my parents' cars to mess with, a Mercury Grand Marquis and Buick LeSabre. They both had a decent amount of low-end torque, mainly how I got my kicks, but weren't too much fun out of first gear. I don't know how fast either of them went because the speedometers went to 85 and 100, respectively, and since I lived in the Tampa Bay, FL area, there were plenty of bridges around where I could bury the needle. I think I was pretty safe though. I only went beyond my abilities once and met a curb at 10-15mph (with the wheels going 45ish), bending the wheel, so that was that. I was so cautious that I wouldn't even let my girlfriend carry on a conversation with me when I was driving with more than just her (especially important when there were *******s screwing around in the back that I had to keep my eye on so they wouldn't moon some other driver, screw up my mom's car, or (accidentally) whack me in the back of my head while driving). I remember green light "racing" some friend of a friend in a Nissan Sentra in the LeSabre and when he was like "wow!", my friend told him "yeah, he's got like a V8 in that", so the driver said "he's got like twice my power!". Oh man, that 3800. It was the perfect engine for burning some ricers with torque but weak enough that you didn't really care to go past the speed limit (if only because the ricer would catch you shortly after).

And there ya have it ;). Legit reason why a teenager does not need a 360+ HP car.

I know for DAMN sure that it would have been a bad idea when I was a teenager too :p.

And there ya have it ;). Legit reason why a teenager does not need a 360+ HP car.

I know for DAMN sure that it would have been a bad idea when I was a teenager too :p.

Well they don't NEED even 50hp. They don't even need a car period (with few exceptions). :eek2:

I'd let my kid have a powerful car but I'd first install a passenger brake in my car and make him speed and do stupid stuff on empty roads until I was satisfied that he'd seen and properly reacted to all of the stunts I would've done at 15. When he turns 16, I'm still undecided as to whether I'd buy him a car, give an amount enough to get a decent car but let him choose (or upgrade with his own money), or not give him car at all, but I'd be confident enough that he'd be relatively safe and hopefully react well when he does screw up yet know his limits well enough that he rarely would go beyond control. My parents didn't give me or my siblings a car when we turned 16 (even though they could well afford it) and said that it was, ya know, building character, teaching us that things cost money, etc. but none of my friends seemed to be damaged by getting a cheap car from their parents. I digress.

PERFORMANCE DRIVING SCHOOL!!! :cursin:

You want kids to REALLY understand what all that power is doing? Let them try it in a controlled environment!

http://www.skipbarber.com/driving_school/new_driver.aspx

I just can't say enough about how good these programs are... they teach kids what it REALLY feels like to be out of control in a car, and what they can do to prevent it. In fact, performance driving schools are probably the #1 Best Place to spend money if you are a serious car enthusiast... no where else can you do so much to become a better (faster) driver.

A 150hp Civic can still go 100mph, which is MORE than fast enough to kill you, your friends, and the little old lady in the minivan... it really has nothing to do with the car!

The best nut to fix in any car is the one behind the wheel!

~LSx

I'm only 20...

but then again, ~5% of all cumulative miles I've driven so far are road track.

I'm 54, not quite old enough to get a discount breakfast at Bob Evan's.
I've always bought what I wanted, not something that fits someone's version of demographics.

I'm 54, not quite old enough to get a discount breakfast at Bob Evan's.
I've always bought what I wanted, not something that fits someone's version of demographics.

I am with you Ray, though like I said earlier I am 56 and I do get Senior tea at Chik-fil-a! Free tea, can't beat that for an ole guy! Won't be going with the bright red on the G8, though I really would like it if they would come out with a deeper metallic red like on the Malibu this year. Waiting on an 09 for more color selection.:yumyum:

As we old farts sit and sip our tea, the young lions will be keeping the tire companies in business in their GT/GXPs. I'm like you two, I earned the right to have what I want in a car. I did my fourbanger years when I was young, before Al Gore "discovered" global warming. So if I want a V8 with 425HP, I've already done my CO2 credits, and its time to cash them in while I can still enjoy 'em!:bubbrubb:

As we old farts sit and sip our tea, the young lions will be keeping the tire companies in business in their GT/GXPs. I'm like you two, I earned the right to have what I want in a car. I did my fourbanger years when I was young, before Al Gore "discovered" global warming. So if I want a V8 with 425HP, I've already done my CO2 credits, and its time to cash them in while I can still enjoy 'em!:bubbrubb:

I don't know, think I am making the tire companies happy still. I just got in from a spirited back roads drive in my Z06 with a buddy following in his Lingenfelter heads and cam C6. I must confess I wiggled the rear end a few times in blasts around corners and accelerating out of them. Though I think I will be able to contain myself with the G8 GT and drive like the ole fart I am! A tip of the tea to ya both!

Just put away the Z, nice bath and blow dry for her - she deserved it!

Originally Posted by BBBBGXP
As we old farts sit and sip our tea, the young lions will be keeping the tire companies in business in their GT/GXPs. I'm like you two, I earned the right to have what I want in a car. I did my fourbanger years when I was young, before Al Gore "discovered" global warming. So if I want a V8 with 425HP, I've already done my CO2 credits, and its time to cash them in while I can still enjoy 'em!

Oh no you can't. Al Gore decrees that everybody must conserve so he can continue to glut.

Afterall, he has to power his large home somehow!

Didn't he put solar panels and huge bird killing wind mills up recently?

It just never stops. But because Al is the environmentalist's chieftan of the day, they don't say anything to him... They just let him buy his Carbon credits, which do nothing but make him feel better, and continue to pester the rest of us.

South Park tells me all that I need to know about manbea--Algore.

Regarding "Big Al", can you say "talk the talk". Be nice to see him "walk the walk"; other than the last five years. Guess inventing the internet just wasn't enough for him! Must have gotten to him riding around in all those limos and private planes all those years as a politico!:eek2:

This is quite possibly the last V8 or high performance car I'll ever buy.... unless GM settles down from its knee jerk reaction to CAFE and produces more Pontiacs like this in the future. I can't say I wouldn't be satisfied with a Pontiac version of the Volt or even that Saab 9-1...

I say, if Pontiac engineers can't design anything for themselves, then bring on the rebrandings from people that maybe can?

This is quite possibly the last V8 or high performance car I'll ever buy.... unless GM settles down from its knee jerk reaction to CAFE and produces more Pontiacs like this in the future. I can't say I wouldn't be satisfied with a Pontiac version of the Volt or even that Saab 9-1...

I say, if Pontiac engineers can't design anything for themselves, then bring on the rebrandings from people that maybe can?

:iagree:

YEE HAW! We get to share the "old Geezer" trophy!:zzz:
Not so quick, dudes. Ya got another 64 here that's buying one for the wife so she'll quit stealing my GTO!

I'll be 48 by the time they hit the dealers. This will be my 1st Pontiac, but my 2nd Holden.

im 19 and will probably move my truck to Utah at my family's vacation house

i would get a new Mustang GT black, but as much as i like mustangs.....i love sedans more

i would love if Ford brought the Falcon over here for some muscle sedan rivalries:thumbsup:

i want either a black or white G8 GT, i would like a manual but the auto in the GT ain't half bad, actually its pretty good

... I'll probably be over 100 before
I see, touch, drive a G8 GT...

[[ Just kidding - sort of..... ]]
- Ray
Not gettin' any younger...

... I'll probably be over 100 before
I see, touch, drive a G8 GT...

[[ Just kidding - sort of..... ]]
- Ray
Not gettin' any younger...

Hey Ray, what say we make a deal as to who pushes the wheelchair first! At this rate we'll be going to the dealership in medicabs to pickup our G8's!:gr_jest:

Hey Ray, what say we make a deal as to who pushes the wheelchair first! At this rate we'll be going to the dealership in medicabs to pickup our G8's!:gr_jest:

Perhaps they can put dual exhausts on my wheelchair...??

Perhaps they can put dual exhausts on my wheelchair...??

I want a six speed manual! Not waitin this long for nothing!:gr_jest:

20 here!

My buddies at GM Corp. would kill me if they new I leaked this but here is who they were targeting with this car:

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q184/sloloco/G8Demo.jpg

Now according to this, you young guys are about 10-15 years ahead of the marked demograph for this auto. Not saying you won't love the thing! I'm not one to talk anyway as I owned an E55 AMG at age 27 and I think the demograph for that car was 40-60... But man did I love smoking Vettes with that 4 door!

well i'm only 20 lance!! Looks like i already proved them wrong!!LOL

and I am over the hill at 56. Hey, I got a Vette that you might want to try to smoke......:angel:

My buddies at GM Corp. would kill me if they new I leaked this but here is who they were targeting with this car:

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q184/sloloco/G8Demo.jpg

Now according to this, you young guys are about 10-15 years ahead of the marked demograph for this auto. Not saying you won't love the thing! I'm not one to talk anyway as I owned an E55 AMG at age 27 and I think the demograph for that car was 40-60... But man did I love smoking Vettes with that 4 door!

don't worry, already seen it. I think i have it saved on my comp. haha

well i'm only 20 lance!! Looks like I already proved them wrong!!LOL

For sure buddy, I think many will prove the planners wrong. One thing's for sure, this car is going to make its mark in the industry as far as sedans go.

34 on Tuesday - want it, want it, want it

im 24, and ringing in here a little late lol. the g8gxp will be my second "new" car, and my 7th car on the tally. no offence to anyone, but im actually happy to see all the old farts on this site! it will definately keep the mood around here alot more easy going. you guys dont mind me calling you "old farts" right? ;) lol

chrish

... waiting for the belt or paddle to be brought out by the old folks haha

Well, the marketing folks would have to be shot if they marketed a big sedan with roomy rear seats to 20 year olds without even a wife; you can forget the kids. I'm not even married yet, and by the time I have kids, this car will probably be 5 years old in my garage; and they won't ever be big enough by the time it is retired to even need the big back seats. So I want it for thrills.

Folks from 35 - 45 however typically have kids who are entering their teens. When I say typically, I mean median; extremes can be left out. These children are at just the age where they start whining about everything; including seating space. I always had to sit in the middle when I was that age. What I wouldn't give when I was 16 for a more roomy back seat in that LUMINA!@#%#Q@@!

In the end, what does a 18-22 year old need with a car like this other than reinforcement of their greatness? What do I need with it other than the same thing? LOL Point being; you can't prove the planners wrong. Because if you're buying this car just for yourself; you are buying above your needs because of desire (when is this not true? hehe). However, they will happily welcome the sale. How many 20 year olds do you see driving around in such cars? Not many. Demographics are the folks who are most likely to buy it. Most families don't buy G6 coupes. Younger folks or single folks do. Married folks buy sedans or Tanks...... erm.... SUVs....

well said ramsesii, i know im getting this for desire! sure i could have a new g37 coupe, or a new gt mustang vert, all slicked up... but nope, not me... give me a big body sport sedan that has muscle to back and im set. nothing wrong with driving around a little class. with that being said, even though the 300csrt8's are direct competition, i still love those cars as well! maybe im just an old fart in a younger guy disguise...

chrish

... just waiting for one of the "older" guys to just my bones =)

I How many 20 year olds do you see driving around in such cars? Not many.

Only when they are driving Mommy and Daddy's car.......or the one M&D bought for them!:gr_jest:

Only when they are driving Mommy and Daddy's car.......or the one M&D bought for them!:gr_jest:

I don't know about anyone else, but I'm glad my M&D didn't buy me a car. It felt so much better driving around in something I paid for. Otherwise I'd have this nagging guilty feeling that wouldn't let me enjoy the car; I'd have to have myself shot.

But of course, my M&D are always advising me on what I shouldn't buy. Especially my dad. :oldfogey:

Good for your Dad! Hope you listen to him every now and then, be a shame to waste all that livin' for nothing!:angel: This from a Dad with two grown sons, who occasionally listen to me!:gr_jest:

Well, if I didn't listen to him I would already have a GT on the way... LOL

But as usual, I've thrown that out for a GXP. So effectively his advice has backfired in that respect. However, I have acknowledged his suggestion that I wait. :oldfogey:

(I just love that smily, its funny hehe)

(I just love that smily, its funny hehe)

Careful there! That thing:oldfogey: resembles some of us out here!:gr_jest::gr_jest:

'sactly :p

Folks from 35 - 45 however typically have kids who are entering their teens.

I would agree with this up until the "Me" era of the 80's. I fall under the "30 something" crowd and most my friends in their 30's have babies and toddlers while my 40 something friends have tweens.

I think the 18-20 somethings are just a smart bunch that have learned the secret to owning a sleeper ;)

Sloloco - I love the terminology you used for the G8 -- a "sleeper" (LOL) sounds like this car is like a player in a fantasy baseball or football leauge and you get this "draft pick" in a middle to late round, turns out that this "draft pick" leads the league in every category and YOU were the only one who picked him, kudos!!!

34 here. Married and have a 12 year old son. Imo the perfect car for the money.
Btw this will be my 1st new car purchase and I'm looking so forward to it.

and there are people like me that think the inventor of the coupe should be shot for making people squeeze into the back through the front. Is that ever NOT awkward? So we're forced to choose between a roadster (Solstice or etc with about 0.5 cubic feet of cargo room) or a sedan large enough to accommodate a passenger in each available seat (because we do have friends, ya know). I know there are intermediates (large coupes like the GTO) and you don't have to carry the 3rd or 4th passenger.. but then it's just wasted space and/or you're loading up the seats with junk.

and yes, the sleeper aspect is very nice. I want to be able to have a serious, non-racer-boy car that can still knock the doors off of any ricer it lays headlights on. 100hp/L isn't crazy now-a-days and with 6.0L, that's a bunch o' power.

Old fart, hunh, at 64? I like sleeper better. I've never grown up. Went through college with no car. Got a used one for $500 when I was in grad school, then got drafted and spent over a year in 'Nam drooling over new cars and wondering if I'd ever make it home to buy one. Saved my pennies and bought my first new car ('70 Plymouth GTX 440 A3) and converted it into a real sleeper (description posted elsewhere here). That what I like about my '05 GTO -- looks like a GrandAm -- same thing most people criticized about them. I seriously considered removing the little GTO fender badges and replacing that 6.0 on the back with a 1.8 from some Toyota salvage yard, but haven't done that yet. :gr_jest: The G8 isn't exactly a sleeper with big 19" rims, but I like the fact that it doesn't have some stupid screaming chicken on the hood, or huge whale-tail spoilers on the rear, yelling "woo, hoo, look at me."

Subtlety is way more fun than trying to look like the hottest thing on the block. A little white hair and a slighly bald top adds to the fun when some kid in his ricer pulls along side and drowns out my jazz with his fart-can muffler, then tries to beat me to the merge lane to cut in front. Or the kid who tailgates me as we approach the onramp. Or the SUV that flies up behind me doing 15 over on the interstate when I'm passing traffic in the left lane and can't get out of the way 'til traffic clears in front of me. Just like it there if I want it. And I feed the Goat an occasional hemi for lunch. Much more fun to toss a nimble car around an Ozark mountain road with a big, torquey V8 and a 6-speed than to risk getting tickets for stoplight racing. Pickups and SUVs die on a skidpad. I love watching things get smaller in the rear view mirror.

Age is what you make of it. You still see the world out the same window, it's just that so many of us have quit having fun and started acting like retirees, driving big soft Buicks, Cadillacs, Navigators and Lexus' to try to prove we've "made it." My idea of safety is control, not sheer mass. Hit a Peterbilt head-on and you die, no matter what you're driving. Give me a performance car and I've got a far better chance to avoid it.

You'll notice that the other "old farts" on this board also had a long history of being gearheads. Once you know and love automotive technology, you never lose it. It's nice, after decades of working, that you can afford what you want, and buy what you want, not what society says is your prototypical ride. I think back on those early days with no money, no car, sitting in the jungle promising myself that it will be worth the wait. Yeah, it is. And it's great to see a once proud performance-oriented name like Pontiac return to some semblence of its former greatness. I hope the economy doesn't prove them too little, too late. Building cars like the G8 can only force Chrysler and Ford to catch up, then we all win. :oldfogey:

So we're forced to choose between a roadster (Solstice or etc with about 0.5 cubic feet of cargo room) or a sedan large enough to accommodate a passenger in each available seat (because we do have friends, ya know). I know there are intermediates (large coupes like the GTO) and you don't have to carry the 3rd or 4th passenger.. but then it's just wasted space and/or you're loading up the seats with junk.

Solution is to either compromise, or own more than one vehicle. All vehicles are a compromise. Haul freight or haul ass. Your choice. :)

Bluegoat, I like your post, how true! I have had a love of cars all of my life - 56 now and proud to have made it to the ole fart age and senior tea at Chik-fil-a! No matter how old you are, you are still that same kid that loves cars and driving them inside, ya just have more money to buy better ones with!
I was at a Pontiac dealership yesterday and mentioned to the young man that my last Pontiac was a 1978 Grand Am that came in with Grand Am on one side and Grand Lemans on the other and painted pinstripes on the trunk that ran downhill from one side to the other. He looked at me and said that he wasn't even born in 78! Though we both had the love for fast cars. He mentioned he had an 800hp+ Mustang that he drags in the eighth mile and before I left he had to look at my 07 Z06 and what I had done to change to look and performance of it. :oldfogey: and proud of it!

Im 32, and this is also my first "new" car puchase. The wait is killing me!

29 & no kids...

My buddies at GM Corp. would kill me if they new I leaked this but here is who they were targeting with this car:

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q184/sloloco/G8Demo.jpg

Now according to this, you young guys are about 10-15 years ahead of the marked demograph for this auto. Not saying you won't love the thing! I'm not one to talk anyway as I owned an E55 AMG at age 27 and I think the demograph for that car was 40-60... But man did I love smoking Vettes with that 4 door!

:rolleyes: Those are not top secert. If they were, dealers would not get them. A pdf copy of it is posted here somewhere.

EDIT: http://www.g8board.com/forums/showthread.php?t=846

30 here... This will be my 3rd car. Ive owned a Geo Metro (the Ghettro) and my 99 GTP.

This will be vehicle number 5 in our family. I'm 33 w/ three little ones. The boys are looking forward to another quick car.

My buddies at GM Corp. would kill me if they new I leaked this but here is who they were targeting with this car:

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q184/sloloco/G8Demo.jpg

Now according to this, you young guys are about 10-15 years ahead of the marked demograph for this auto. Not saying you won't love the thing! I'm not one to talk anyway as I owned an E55 AMG at age 27 and I think the demograph for that car was 40-60... But man did I love smoking Vettes with that 4 door!

I like the part about "modest upbringing" is it just me or do others translate this into "I come from a blue collar background" ?

I like the part about "modest upbringing" is it just me or do others translate this into "I come from a blue collar background" ?
It means they're a product of the public education system. :drink:

I like the part about "modest upbringing" is it just me or do others translate this into "I come from a blue collar background" ?

That or at least a work ethic background. Ususally, financially conservative and you don't flaunt what you have would be other characteristics of a modest upbringing.

Chip

i am the first asian buy the G8 GT :D

btw i am 27

Uh oh... an Azn with a Hemi Ram? Clear the streets!

partial JK because I do know some Asian drivers that live up to the stereotype

Uh oh... an Azn with a Hemi Ram? Clear the streets!

partial JK because I do know some Asian drivers that live up to the stereotype

lol, i just never have interest on the jap car.

i like american V8. cause the sound, the power, and $15 for water pump on chevy 350!!!

I am happy to see so many 50 and overs on here. Now I'm not saying I expect that age bracket to be buying red Vette's or anything! Like the GTO, this car has seemed to attract all ages and the common shared trait seems to be the love for a well-rounded car at a killer price.

I must also say that those of you pulling the trigger now are the wiser. Many are waiting for the '09's for additional options. The downside is the guys at GM Corp. told me the price would be going up even on the base after the initial launch. They knew some dealers would bump the sticker (market adjustment) so they adjusted the sticker down to still make it an excellent buy.

^^^^what????????

Bought mine yesterday. I am 37.

26, I would've never bought a 4 door sedan if I didn't have a family. Does that make me the youngest?

26, I would've never bought a 4 door sedan if I didn't have a family. Does that make me the youngest?

17 here:pimp:

17 here:pimp:

Yes, you are indeed a pimp if you are buying a G8 at the age of 17.

23 here :)

24, and a 1/2 ;)

37, like the "Spy-Hunter" marketing ad, target acquired.

Just purchased my G8GT yesterday. I'm 27yo

^^^^what????????

My post about age confuses you? Let's try using quotes and be more specific.

the guys at GM Corp. told me the price would be going up even on the base after the initial launch. They knew some dealers would bump the sticker (market adjustment) so they adjusted the sticker down to still make it an excellent buy.


i dont get it:confused::shiner:

40 -- Picked mine up last night.
http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c128/DaveN308/G8/DSC02361a.jpg

45 and waiting on GT

39 and........................a female!!!

i'm 18 and i'm picking up my gt tomorrow.

21...

Something is fishy here. Originally, the G8 was supposed to be the "youth car" that brings young buyers back into the brand. Their recent advertising confirms that to me, what with the image of young men associated with the G8 in the commercials and the addition of music to the website targeted squarely at the under thirty demographic.

Yet, GM's own internal brochure states that they are looking for 35+, and that GM doesn't understand income levels. Hell, if a guy is making $70,000 by himself, he's out for a 335i or a 528i (if he has a family). I don't know anyone making that much that buys cars like the G8.

Families? Yah, I know plenty of families that do, and families making more than $70,000 with the age demographic 35+ do make sense.

Still, that seems to defeat the idea that this is a "young" car.

21...

Something is fishy here. Originally, the G8 was supposed to be the "youth car" that brings young buyers back into the brand. Their recent advertising confirms that to me, what with the image of young men associated with the G8 in the commercials and the addition of music to the website targeted squarely at the under thirty demographic.

Yet, GM's own internal brochure states that they are looking for 35+, and that GM doesn't understand income levels. Hell, if a guy is making $70,000 by himself, he's out for a 335i or a 528i (if he has a family). I don't know anyone making that much that buys cars like the G8.

Families? Yah, I know plenty of families that do, and families making more than $70,000 with the age demographic 35+ do make sense.

Still, that seems to defeat the idea that this is a "young" car.

Looks like a hit on their hands to me. Older people like it and are buying it. I don't want a German or Japanese car anymore. I want to buy American. I know, its Australia, but its a GM product car and I want to support our people. Reason for selling the Honda, though a great little car. Making the money is not the issue for me for the car, I like it. Going to get one. Compliments the red Z06 in the garage!

Hell, if a guy is making $70,000 by himself, he's out for a 335i or a 528i (if he has a family). I don't know anyone making that much that buys cars like the G8.

Umm...well I can say I make enough, but there isn't any way in hell I am buying any BMW crap or any Japanese stuff either. I am sure its a bit of Michigan heritage, but I have no desire to buy foreign...

Also, just because you make a decent amount of money doesn't mean you have to buy a pricey car, house, boat etc. Most people that drive expensive cars, have no real appreciation for the engineering in them anyway...they just want use it as a status symbol..

Look at what you get for the price...its a heck of a deal, at a price point that more people can afford.

26.

35
picked up #611
Black on Black

I am 28, wil be 29 in Aug and in (when) i get my G8 GT it will make for my 14th vehicle. It might be a year or so, but i cant wait.
1984 Ford Bronco II
1977 Chevy Corvette
1995 Acura Integra
1998 Suzuki GSX-R 750
1977 Porsche 924
2002 Toyota Tacoma
2004 Ford F350
2004 Honda CBR 1000RR
2000 Isuzu Axiom
1998 Acura Integra
2004 Infiniti FX35
2006 Honda CBR 1000RR
1990 Ford Bronco

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'99 Silverado -> '05 G6 GT -> '07 Grand Prix GT -> '08 G8 GT

I think I'm pontiac's target market.
:D

Haha wow, Johnh, from ClubGP, I havn't seen you in a loooong time.

21...

Something is fishy here. Originally, the G8 was supposed to be the "youth car" that brings young buyers back into the brand.

Since when is a full sized roomy sedan for the YOUTH!?>!?@#!@$@! !@#$@#! @#$ @#$@ @!@ !@$ @#$

It doesn't make sense to market such a car to 18-24. Pontiac has too much youth appeal to it with the G5, G6, Solstice (not that I don't like it, I love it), and even the Vibe. Time for the dying Prix to be replaced with class meant for folks of an appropriate age for such a car.

It appeals to youth, but it isn't marketed to youth. I'm 26, will probably be 27 when I buy one. But what do I need with it besides that I WANT it ;) I may be obsessed, but I think it would be a marketing disaster if GM advertised this one for "young folk." :bomb:

Hell, if a guy is making $70,000 by himself, he's out for a 335i or a 528i (if he has a family). I don't know anyone making that much that buys cars like the G8.

THAT much? 70,000 with a family is not exactly rich you know.... It doesn't exactly equate a 5 Series. But then, why do you think there is a "credit/mortgage crisis" in the US of A. "Oh, you mean I have to spend wisely? I can't have a 3 AND 5 Series, a 4000 square foot house, and a big yard with my modest salary? HAH!! I'll do what ever I want. YOU can't tell me what to do." And they plan on bailing the fools out too. Can't figure out how to spend your money? Well you're gonna learn now, too bad.

"I'll buy what I want... and if I get in trubble.. the Gubbermint will bail me out."

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At 64+ I'm just happy I lived long enough to drive my G8. I had a '65 GTO back when I was 22. The G8 GT is a HELL of a lot more car.

Those old clunkers weren't packing a heck of alot of horsepower either hehe.

35. My G8 GT will be my first new CAR, as my two previous new vehicles were SUVs. 1996 Jimmy, 2002 Envoy.

I'm 53; wife 63; My current ride - an '06 GTO; her's - an '02 Envoy. She gets the next new car. First impressions after a short test drive, she was impressed with the G8. Just not sure if she wants to give up the "sitting up high, see everything around you" ride that the Envoy provides.

I'm 25 now, but I will be 27 when I get the car(that feels very weird to say by the way). This will be my 19th car, 17 of which I bought myself. I've gone from the little 3cyl Metro and 4 cyl corolla to the turbocharged I6 supra and procharged V8(procharged LT1 camaro), and even done the german thing (Mercedes.) No family, not even married (might be changing by the time I get the car) But I haul friends a lot, and I travel a lot. I do St. Louis to Chicago at least once a month. I just like the idea of not having to cram my friends into a space they don't fit into. Did a test fit in the G8 at the Chicago NAIAS and I was able to sit comfortably with my 6'4" 350lb friend sitting behind me comfortably. That is impressive to me cause right now I can't do that and I have a "Full size sedan."

Just not sure if she wants to give up the "sitting up high, see everything around you" ride that the Envoy provides.

Talk to her about side curtain air bags, far superior braking, and grossly better rollover protection. :)

I'm 28, but dont plan on picking one up for a few years. I'm buying a house soon. :patriot:

I'm 20 (have an 05 GTO) and my fiance is 27 (has an 05 supercharged Mustang) and we're getting a G8 when the time comes.

53 in a few days

According to my Driver's License, 55. Sure don't feel like it.

21...

Something is fishy here. Originally, the G8 was supposed to be the "youth car" that brings young buyers back into the brand. Their recent advertising confirms that to me, what with the image of young men associated with the G8 in the commercials and the addition of music to the website targeted squarely at the under thirty demographic.

Yet, GM's own internal brochure states that they are looking for 35+, and that GM doesn't understand income levels. Hell, if a guy is making $70,000 by himself, he's out for a 335i or a 528i (if he has a family). I don't know anyone making that much that buys cars like the G8.

Families? Yah, I know plenty of families that do, and families making more than $70,000 with the age demographic 35+ do make sense.

Still, that seems to defeat the idea that this is a "young" car.

$70K doesn't get you into the middle class in NNJ . If you got a family, you'd be buying used or a Malibu at best.

Guys just out of college are going to be looking at a G5, not a G8. Student loans you know. Plus the G8 might come across as a bit of a family car...yes a cool family, but a family car nevertheless.

An even us guys who are making much more than $70 like a good deal. That other $30K saved by buying a G8 GT instead of a 550i can be spent on a larger or second home.

Besides the G8 GT looks like BMW's OUGHT to look...
G8 owners don't have to put up with BMW's Bangled ugly stick styling.

So far got you all beat!! Turned 60 in Jan. This is my 48th car! Other memorable cars; 76 golden anniversary Grand Prix with T tops, 71 and 73 Cameros, 67 and 70 Riveria, 68 Eldorado, Still have a 04 black Titan to pull the boat and 215hp Seadoo. I wonder what I will be driving when I am 70 or 80?????

So far got you all beat!! Turned 60 in Jan. This is my 48th car! Other memorable cars; 76 golden anniversary Grand Prix with T tops, 71 and 73 Cameros, 67 and 70 Riveria, 68 Eldorado, Still have a 04 black Titan to pull the boat and 215hp Seadoo. I wonder what I will be driving when I am 70 or 80?????

With the new CAFE standards, probably a 4 banger.

I view the G8 as "Last call" for an affordable V8 for the average man.

68 Eldorado...That the one with the knife edge fenders...or was that 69-70. All time great looking car and inspiration for Caddy's current "Art & Science" styling.

Besides the G8 GT looks like BMW's OUGHT to look...
G8 owners don't have to put up with BMW's Bangled ugly stick styling.

I’m not sure exactly what this has to do with the age of ( possible ) G8 GT buyers.
[I’ll be 59 ( OMG ) this summer. ]
But:
The basic body shape of the G8 GT with the Sport Pkg. \ 19” wheels & tires looks almost EXACTLY like I’d expected the new BMW 5 series to look, back when the current version was introduced.

I dislike the 7 series styling - a lot.
And the 5 series almost as much.
I find the current 3 is better than the 7 or the 5, in this respect – but none look ( to me ) as good as the previous version(s).
But styling is largely subjective.

- Ray
With the G8 GT’s tail lights the only styling aspect I’m not particularly fond of . . .

I’m not sure exactly what this has to do with the age of ( possible ) G8 GT buyers.
[I’ll be 59 ( OMG ) this summer. ]
But:
The basic body shape of the G8 GT with the Sport Pkg. \ 19” wheels & tires looks almost EXACTLY like I’d expected the new BMW 5 series to look, back when the current version was introduced.

I dislike the 7 series styling - a lot.
And the 5 series almost as much.
I find the current 3 is better than the 7 or the 5, in this respect – but none look ( to me ) as good as the previous version(s).
But styling is largely subjective.

- Ray
With the G8 GT’s tail lights the only styling aspect I’m not particularly fond of . . .

yeah the 5 series is an ulgy duck, the 7 lseries ooks like a whale. Even the 3 series has got somewhat bangled up styling...between I-Drive and Bangle...BMW looks like they are forgetting what got them their fan base.

55 and crawling under a car isn't all that much fun anymore...

It doesn't make sense to market such a car to 18-24. Pontiac has too much youth appeal to it with the G5, G6, Solstice (not that I don't like it, I love it), and even the Vibe. Time for the dying Prix to be replaced with class meant for folks of an appropriate age for such a car.

It appeals to youth, but it isn't marketed to youth. I'm 26, will probably be 27 when I buy one. But what do I need with it besides that I WANT it ;) I may be obsessed, but I think it would be a marketing disaster if GM advertised this one for "young folk." :bomb:

You got that right... The younger generation for some unknown reason tend to be attracted to the funny sounding cars with Wrong wheel drive..

When I was in HS every kid wanted a Camaro or a Mustang, or if they were a redneck a Jacked up 4x4 truck. Not anymore.. Don't believe me? Drive by your local high school and scope out the parking lot.

You got that right... The younger generation for some unknown reason tend to be attracted to the funny sounding cars with Wrong wheel drive..

When I was in HS every kid wanted a Camaro or a Mustang, or if they were a redneck a Jacked up 4x4 truck. Not anymore.. Don't believe me? Drive by your local high school and scope out the parking lot.

Problem is the supply of used mustangs and camaros (and firebirds) has dried up. NO Camaros for over 5 years now, and not a lot of older stangs. Cheap beater Hondas are all over the place. They take a civic, put on new wheels and one of those coffee can muffler pipes so it sounds as if it has a real engine in it. Feel sad for those kids.

I am 32 but wont be able to get one till I am 33. So there is not going to be a M6 for the G8 GT at all. Only on the GXP?

58 here. Sold my C5 that I owned for 9.5 years last year.

Will probably purchase the 09 GXP. Presently own a Lexus and Hyundai.

I'm 38, not quite to mid-life crisis yet and way too big to be folding myself into a 'Vette or small convertible.

My wife and I are both 23, but I already have my toy (h/c 02 ws6), so the GT goes to her!

I am 32 and my wife is 27. Bought both the G8 for me and a 2008 Mustang GT 5-Speed for her on Friday. Yes, we have no kids yet. Figure we should do it before a family comes and sucks our income dry and selfishness into obliteration.

56 and I just picked mine up today, nice and red ls3.
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33 and picked up my white G8 GT Monday....wish I could have waited til later in the year for a GXP :(

24 and this is my first brand new car. I can't wait. It is supposed to come in next week!

-Brian

What are you doing with your TA? Did you sell it. Looks like a nice car.

What are you doing with your TA? Did you sell it. Looks like a nice car.

The TA is going no where. I've had this car since I was 17 and it's been in the family since new. Honestly, the cars value is not much to speak of so it wouldn't even be worth selling it. I have too much blood, sweat, and tears to just let it go. It will be the weekend toy however it may get neglected just a little bit because of the G8. :gears:

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-Brian

21....
(dont have it just yet but soon...)

I was gunna wait for the Camaro but i got a lil boy now so i cant just think of myself...

i already test drove one and i immediatley forgot about the camaro...

before i actually test drove the G8 i was obsessed with getting the camaro...

lets just say i found a new obsession.... :)

I am 23 and just out of college.

I may not be in the target demographic for the G8, but really for me there was no question when it came time to buy. To me, there is a certain kind of badassness from a full size V8 sedan that can simply not be found in a Honda, a turbo-charged small car, or even something like a Camaro/Mustang. I'm sure it partly has to do with the sleeper aspect, and partly because I simply prefer the lines of a well-designed sedan to those of most sport coupes and small cars.

Sure they might give up a little in performance (although with the G8 not much), but what also can't be overlooked is that I am a single guy, and only own 1 vehicle. If I need to haul 4 people, or big things like TV, furniture, etc, and still be able to have a blast driving when I'm not, I don't think there is a better compromise than a large, powerful sedan.

Just 2c

Hey, can we get a "Post your Repo" section for those who buy one but couldn't afford their payments? *snickers*

Hey, can we get a "Post your Repo" section for those who buy one but couldn't afford their payments? *snickers*

Kind of like a sub-prime loan section for G8s?:gr_jest::gr_jest:

Blaammo!! hehehe

Think we'll be able to get a Federal bailout for them?:gr_jest::gr_jest:

:The_Villagers::The_Villagers:

If that were so, I'd send these ^ guys after them.... :p

They look like IRS enforcers! :laugh:

Where is the smily-con for ROTFLMAO.... :p

Yes another 17 yr old :D im not spoilt, just fortunate. get it in 2 weeks g8 gt premium + sport pkg. luv the car. i told my dad if i even get as much as a speeding ticket or bump he can take it off me. ( i dont wanna kill myself ) i just like knowing that it has the power if needed and like the other guy... takes the stupid smiles off the scion,sti,lancers,mustangs,toyota, thinking there cool in there crappy cars teens faces! im not a speeder but like to no i have the power. im not gona race them but they no they havnt got a chance! :D