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I'm looking...
For a G8 to replace my old and tired 2000 Grand Prix. Are there anything to look for or ask about when scoping out the G8s? I'm seeing the prices for these cars all over the place. There is a local G8 base that has 49k miles and looks like it's in excellent condition and they want $16,900 which seems high. Others I'm seeing have about 60,000-75,xxx miles around $13,000 ish. I think I rather have the gt with the v8. Insurance for the gt is like $11 more over 6 month period than the base G8. Any advice or tips are welcomed
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Doubt you'd be happy for long with a base model of anything. Only takes one look at an upgraded model...
Sit tight, the right one will come along.
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2009.5 Liquid Red,Onyx Red, Premium Package, e85 Surprise Package
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GT +1. Back in 09 was considering a Base/V-6. The wife said "What? Are you nuts!" Nuff said.
The stock struts, strut bushings and shocks were crap so if they were upgraded that would be a plus (but not a deal breaker). Also, any noises from the front end would have to be chased down and repaired.
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09GT black 97k miles $14,995
09GT silver 107k miles $14,8xx
09GT black 71,425 miles $16,890
09 GT red 94,437 miles $15,587
09GT blue 81,824 miles $16,900
These are the GTs in my area. All have leather, some have the red sport leather and it's a hit and miss on sunroofs. Hate to pay $17,000'for a car that's 7 years old. Dang. Decisions decisions
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Check out the threads about sunroof leaks. They've been a nightmare to some...
With parts getting harder to find, roof. Isn't be a liability down the road?????
things are not what they appear to be.....
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True but there isn't much difference between the base and GT. It has the same suspension and same appearance as each other. Only difference is wheels and tails (and engine of course). You can get base models with leather, sunroof and blaukpunkt radio.
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I was singling out the sunroof as an option. Just me, but something I think I'd steer clear of.
things are not what they appear to be.....
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GT has a 6 speed auto and limited slip differential. The base does not.
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Also has 2 extra cylinders and a LOT more options for upgrading power.
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Originally Posted by
tchr49
I was singling out the sunroof as an option. Just me, but something I think I'd steer clear of.
I concur.
2009 GT PBM Sport/Premium Packs
Kook's / Corsa / Roto Fab CAI with HSRK / Polished Camaro's with Nitto Invo's / Camaro Brembo's / GRRRR8 Hose & ARP Bolt kits / VG Fin / GXP diffuser / Black door trim & other goodies from CP / UPR catch can / Livernois / BMR / Russell / Jet-Hot / SunTech tint by Drew / MM / Adams / Klearz / TSS