Foxxer Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Hello guys, I don't really know if this is the correct forum to post on this kind of question, mods feel free to move it if necessary.. My question is, we got some Pontiac dealers over here but I never saw any G8's around , is it only to be released in the States? Chevy dealers have the exact copy of it but it is called CR8, same engine and tranny I guess. Is it the same? Please help! The CR8's are really popular here... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mc2hill Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 I'm guessing that is the Vauxhall VXR8 version of the Holden. The Australian Holden is the base for both cars. Here is a Top Gear review of the VXR8 http://www.topgear.com/UK/vauxhall/vxr8/road-test/6.2-v8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Slow Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Yes it is the same. As mc2hill stated they are all based on the Holden Commodore. Holden was selling a Special Edition in Australia to use up the remaining Pontiac G8 parts inventory. I wish we could have had the option of a hood without the hood scoops and a different spoiler. The rear spoiler does not sit completely flush and I always end up with residual matter of some sort at and under the seam. I'd rather have one like the ones in your post because I could get a wash pad under there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 I thought the midddle east countries had it as the Chevy Lumina... Either way, they're basically the same thing. We have the L76 motor which I don't believe you do. You have the LS3 and L98. Our GT's have displacement on demand L76 whereas the GXP version has the LS3 without DOD. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 That is cool!!:burnout: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxxer Posted August 30, 2010 Author Share Posted August 30, 2010 I thought the midddle east countries had it as the Chevy Lumina... Either way, they're basically the same thing. We have the L76 motor which I don't believe you do. You have the LS3 and L98. Our GT's have displacement on demand L76 whereas the GXP version has the LS3 without DOD. Chris That's true, Lumina's are around too. But the CR8's-G8's looks sharper and they got a nice suspension better than a Lumina. D.O.D., hum... I disabled it already on my truck, need to do so mechanically too... who cares about 2-3 MPG when your exhaust sounds like a 4 cylinder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 The ones with the slit tail lights are the HSV equivalents and while being related to ours, they have ALL top shelf components. The Lumina SS, Commodore SS, and the G8GT are basically the same. My DOD is still operational. In manual mode it's not, but I need the mpg. I could care less how it sounds. When it chirps the tires into third I think it gets its point across. lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxxer Posted August 30, 2010 Author Share Posted August 30, 2010 The ones with the slit tail lights are the HSV equivalents and while being related to ours, they have ALL top shelf components. The Lumina SS, Commodore SS, and the G8GT are basically the same. My DOD is still operational. In manual mode it's not, but I need the mpg. I could care less how it sounds. When it chirps the tires into third I think it gets its point across. lol Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I agree Love them manual! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GXPaycheck Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 Too bad GM screwed the pooch and dropped the G8 over here. I am firmly convinced that GM is currently being run by undercover Ford and Mopar execs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted August 30, 2010 Share Posted August 30, 2010 Too bad GM screwed the pooch and dropped the G8 over here. I am firmly convinced that GM is currently being run by undercover Ford and Mopar execs lol... Ford has their stuff together IMO. Buick's doing pretty well too. I WOULD like to see a couple of 4 door RWD performance platforms from GM and Ford though. At least Ford has the AWD SHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 lol... Ford has their stuff together IMO. Buick's doing pretty well too. I WOULD like to see a couple of 4 door RWD performance platforms from GM and Ford though. At least Ford has the AWD SHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordgrey Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 Well GM via Caddy does have the Cadillac CTS-V. 6.2L 556 HP, 551 lb/ft Speed had Paul Tracy driving one on Battle of the Super Cars last week. The thing is a monster!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 I would love a CTS V but they are a little rich for my blood right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordgrey Posted September 5, 2010 Share Posted September 5, 2010 Just watching Speed Test Drive and they have a great looking American sedan. All three of the test drivers really liked it! 2L Turbo for a power plant, pumping out 220 hp and 258 ft/lb. They had it doing 140 mph on the Autobahn. Oh yeah, the car? The 2011 Buick Regal.......... really! Priced in around 29k and this thing looks sharp! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuhTeng Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Just watching Speed Test Drive and they have a great looking American sedan. All three of the test drivers really liked it! 2L Turbo for a power plant, pumping out 220 hp and 258 ft/lb. They had it doing 140 mph on the Autobahn. Oh yeah, the car? The 2011 Buick Regal.......... really! Priced in around 29k and this thing looks sharp! Wait until the GS comes out with 280 or 290 hp and AWD. I can't wait to see that Buick in action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewy Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Ya I was thinking a car for middle income buyers... I'd LOVE to see the Falcon come here... It won't happen though... Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Team Adam's Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 Do want. <object width="480" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkiZdcAR6WU?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkiZdcAR6WU?fs=1&hl=en_US&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiterp199 Posted September 7, 2010 Share Posted September 7, 2010 As do I. I would love the have that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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